Sukkot Events in Jerusalem: Chol HaMoed Festival Program
Sukkot events in Jerusalem offer residents and tourists a variety of activities during the Chol HaMoed days. The holiday program covers several city districts and includes cultural, musical, and environmental events. Safra Square will traditionally serve as the main location, with a dedicated area for visitors.
Traditional Celebrations and Marches
The Mayor’s Sukkah at Safra Square opens on September 26 and welcomes guests until October 2. The venue operates daily from 08:00 to 20:00, with performances for children and adults.
The renowned Jerusalem March takes place on September 28. Participants can join organized walking routes across the city, ending with festivities at Sacher Park.
Cultural and Environmental Festivals
The Saharana Festival takes place on September 27 at the Museum of Tolerance. The event runs from 16:00 to 23:00, and admission is free. On the same day, from 15:00 to 22:30, Derech Beit Lechem Street hosts a festival featuring music, art, and creative workshops.
Nature enthusiasts can attend the “Green Inside and Out” festival on September 28 and 29. The program includes themed tours focused on ecology and environmental protection. The holiday events conclude with the Ein Kerem Festival, held on October 1 and 2 from 17:00 to 23:00. Visitors can enjoy artistic performances and educational tours, with free entry.
Events, activities, exhibitions, and concerts in Jerusalem and Israel
