Jerusalem Guidebook · Festivals
Israel Festival Jerusalem
International arts, music, dance & theater — July 28 – August 20, 2026
The Israel Festival is the country's leading international arts celebration — cutting-edge music, contemporary dance, avant-garde theater and public performance art. The 2026 edition runs from July 28 to August 20 at the Jerusalem Theatre and outdoor public spaces citywide.
Dates
2026: July 28 – August 20, 2026. Program typically opens with a large free outdoor spectacle and closes with an international headliner at the Jerusalem Theatre's Sherover Hall.
Venues
- • Jerusalem Theatre (Sherover, Rebecca Crown, Henry Crown) — Main indoor stages
- • Gerard Behar Center — Contemporary dance and experimental theater
- • Public plazas & parks — Free outdoor performances at Safra Square, Independence Park and the Old Train Station
Program Highlights
- • International contemporary dance companies from Europe and Asia
- • Experimental theater premieres — often site-specific and multilingual
- • Classical & world music concerts
- • Public performance art — free flash-events across the city
- • Artist talks and workshops open to the public
Tickets
Single tickets typically 90–290 ILS. Festival passes available for multi-show discounts. Outdoor performances are free. Program and booking release each May on the official site.
Official Israel Festival Site