Events for 2012
Israel International Jazz Festival
Jerusalem
June, 2012
Jazz aficionados come together to enjoy both classical and contemporary jazz performances in venues across Jerusalem. Artists such as Slide Hampton, Noa, and Oi Va Voi have been known to grace festivals past.
Red Sea Jazz Festival
Eilat
July 30 - August 2, 2012
Over four days in summer, one of the largest jazz festivals in the Middle East takes place in Eilat, on the shores of the Red Sea. Here, as many as 40,000 people enjoy more than 30 open-air jazz concerts throughout the city.
Middle Eastern Dance Festival
Kibbutz Sha'ar Hagolan, Jordan Valley, Israel
October, 2012
This festival combines the beauty and variety of Middle Eastern dance classes and performances with the joys of sightseeing, shopping and swimming. Check back for specific dates for 2012.
Red Sea Underwater Photography Competition
Manta Diving Club, Eilat, Israel
November, 2012
This annual event consists of amateurs and professionals alike competing for a $10,000 prize. Come route for your favorite as you enjoy several parties and screenings along the way! 2012 dates TBD.