Israel Festival 2025: This Year, Events Go Beyond Jerusalem

From July 16 to August 14, the annual Israel Festival — one of the country’s leading cultural events — will take place across Israel.

This year, the festival extends beyond Jerusalem to include Kiryat Shmona, Tel Hai, Kfar Blum, Majdal Shams, Ofakim, and the kibbutzim Orim and Tze’elim.

Audiences can expect theatrical and musical performances, literary events, special productions, and concerts — many inspired by recent events.

According to the organizers, the festival aims to respond to the country’s current challenges by using art to support and unite society.

Festival Program and Tickets:
For the full schedule and ticket prices, visit the official website: israel-festival.org and the culture portal habama.co.il 

Ticket prices range from 50 to 160 shekels. Discounts are available for students, seniors, soldiers, and residents of peripheral areas.