Holy Week
Jerusalem
28 Mar - 4 Apr, 2010

Holy week in Jerusalem is an important spiritual undertaking for many visitors as it is a celebration of the Passion of Christ. Events and ceremonies will depend on denominations, so there will be a variety of different activities to attend during this special week.

Jacob's Ladder Festival
Lake Kinneret
May 2010

This fair presents a wonderful opportunity for families to relax and enjoy a variety of musical styles, including country rock, folk, and even a few Irish jigs. There are also assorted musical and craft workshops available throughout the festival.

Israel International Jazz Festival
Jerusalem
Jun 2010

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
28 Aug - 31 Aug, 2010

Over four days in August, 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
Oct 2010

This festival combines the beauty and variety of Middle Eastern dance classes and performances with the joys of sightseeing, shopping and swimming.

Red Sea Underwater Photography Competition
Manta Diving Club, Eilat, Israel
Nov 2010

This annual event consists of amateurs and professionals alike competing for the $10,000 prize. Come route for your favorite and enjoy the several parties and screenings as well!

Festival of Lights
Jerusalem
Dec 2010

Hanukkah, one of the major winter holidays, is celebrated across Israel. More than 2000 years ago, the country celebrated the eight day burning of oil in the Holy Temple, and today, this tradition is honored and continued.