Summer

The best end-of-summer events across Israel

With one week left of summer break, explore the best free and budget-friendly events, parks, and outdoor screenings across Israel for the final stretch.

A Summer Camp for One Family.
The aqueduct at Armon Hanatziv, City of David | Photo:The aqueduct at Armon Hanatziv, City of David.

End of summer vacation: Last-minute family outings in Jerusalem

Sea water and chlorine can damage the skin’s protective barrier in different ways

The common mistake most of us make right after the sea or the pool

Around 50 of Israel’s leading floral designers worked for weeks. The “Journey Between Worlds – FLOWERS” exhibition.

Three million flowers: The exhibition transforming Tel Aviv into a fairytale world


England and Wales wildfires reach record level as heatwave fuels new blazes

Phil Garrigan, chair of the National Fire Chiefs Council, told Reuters the number of wildfires had now exceeded last year's total of 1,017.

An aerial view shows burnt houses as the wildfire continues to spread to the golf course on August 14, 2026 in Stourbridge, England. During the UK's hottest day of the year, with temperatures soaring to 38.1°C, an extensive wildfire has spread to at least six homes on the edge of the golf course in

Heatwave leaves no choice: Indoor air-conditioned attractions for the summer vacation

Severe heatwave sends families to air-conditioned fun in Netanya, Rishon Lezion, Kfar Saba, Ra'anana, Petah Tikva, and Hod Hasharon: Cinema, circus, and sports.

Family, illustration.

Jerusalem offers NIS 160 family pass to six Jewish Quarter heritage sites this summer

The program, which began in July, will continue through the end of August.

The Rova

First circus city opens in Israel, combining ninja, water, and extreme attractions

A new venue in Petah Tikva merges a 360-degree international circus show with ninja courses, extreme inflatables, water and foam zones, and interactive workshops.

All the action in one place. Circo Land by Florentin Circus

The secret northern pool: A short summer route leading to a cool spring

A year-round spring, ancient mill, and Syrian camp await on a short Nahal Jilabun trail - ideal for a refreshing northern dip without a full-day hike.

Officers' Pool, Ein Jilabun.

Surf’s pup: Some 20 dogs make a splash at annual World Dog Surfing Championships in California

This year’s overall winner was five-year-old Labrador retriever Rippin Rosie, followed closely by Iza, a French bulldog from Pleasanton, and Bradley “Shortboard” Cooper from Long Beach.

Sally jumps off her board while competing in the World Dog Surfing Championships on August 01, 2026 in Pacifica, California.

July spending record: Daily average reached NIS 1.771 Billion

Shva data for July points to a 5.8% surge in charge card spending compared to last year, reaching NIS 54.857 billion. Meanwhile, cash withdrawals from ATMs climbed to a record NIS 6.057 billion.

Money bills

August with the kids: When the desert comes alive after the sun disappears

This month, the High Negev's Cool Summer Nights festival offers moonlit hikes, night photography, farm and khan stays, and meetings with local desert residents.

The price for a night in a pipe ranges from NIS 490 to NIS 590. Naot Farm

North awakens: 7,000 attend opening of Summer Festival in the Galilee

Osher Cohen and Noam Kleinstein opened the northern festival as Itay Levi performed in Merom Hagalil. Dozens of events will take place over 3 weeks.

Yalla Galil Festival.

Overusing skincare products, overdressing, and improper heat exposure can harm newborn skin

The Israeli summer can be harsh on newborns' delicate skin. A pediatric dermatology expert explains how overdressing, excess skincare products, and heat exposure can cause irritation and rashes.

headline: Mother massages her baby’s feet with oil