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Jerusalem Cultural Events Calendar 2018

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Happy New Year!

January 2018

Exhibition Ai Weiwei. Maybe, Maybe NotTill March 3

Born in Beijing in 1957, Ai Weiwei is an artist and an activist. The works in this exhibition cover decades of creative activity. Some are spectacular, others provocative, others still surprisingly delicate. Yet bubbling beneath their attractive surface is a call to each and every one of us to be informed members of civic society, to maintain a vigilant and critical state of mind, to cast doubt, to take nothing for granted. In this age of tectonic shifts in the geopolitical arena, Ai Weiwei’s questions may be more relevant than ever: Is what we are told true? Is what we see real? Maybe, maybe not….Israel Museum

Exhibition Metabolism: Eastern and Arab Identity in Young and Contemporary DesignTill April 7

A selection of works by young designers who address the cultural and aesthetic reciprocal relationship between east and west, Arabs and Jews, Israel and Europe, the Middle East and Israel, and Arabic and Hebrew. The exhibits convey the influence of Arabic ornamentation, Arabic lettering and Arabic calligraphy. The artists offer a diverse range of approaches, taking in body decorating, the home and family, the living environment, origin, nation and nationality. Some of the works attempt to provide space for traditions pushed to the fringes by the Israeli melting pot, and some pose the question of how Israel would like if it were dominated by a different ethos.Museum of Islamic Art, Jerusalem

Tu BiShvat

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February 2018

Winter Noise

Winter Noise

Winter Noise

Winter Noise

Cultural Festival Winter NoiseEvery Monday in February

Jerusalem’s streets are transformed into a lively cultural venue full of surprises as thousands of young people come together for this exciting series of cultural happenings, including music, dance, street theater, video art, cooking workshops, parties, artist masterclasses and exhibitions. Downtown Jerusalem and Old City


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Valentine’s Day

Winter Noise

Winter Noise Old City

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March 2018

Purim Shushan Purim

Sports and Health Expo

Jerusalem Arts Festival


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International Jerusalem ‘Winner’

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Sounds of the Old City

Sport International Jerusalem ‘Winner’ MaratonMarch 9

The city is expecting more than 25,000 participants, with 4.000 arriving from abroad. Events such as the Sports and Health Expo are only a fraction of the festivities (6.3-8.3.) The track goes through all of Jerusalem’s landmarks combining sport with breathtaking views.

Festival Sounds of the Old CityMarch 12-15

Jerusalem’s Old City alleyways are already flowing with magic and charm, but the Sounds of the Old City Music Festival bring even more enchantment to the ancient cobbled streets. This is the first festival of its kind emphasizimg the cultural diversity of Jerusalem’s different people and faiths. The contrasting character of the Old City’s four quarters is expressed via music performed by different groups.

Jerusalem Arts FestivalMarch TBA

Around 34 plays, dance shows and concerts by professional and semi-professional artists take place throughout one week in the spring in the city’s major concert halls and theaters; including the Jerusalem Theater, the Gerard Behar Center, the Khan Theater, the YMCA, Beit Shmuel, and St. Andrew’s Church. Free performances take place every evening before and after the main performances at the Jerusalem Theater.

EXPO

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April 2018

Holocaust Memorial Day

EasterJerusalem Arts

Festival

Memorial Day Independence day

Sport GFNY Jerusalem Bicycle TourApril 27

GFNY racing is now coming to Jerusalem where you will get a chance to race through the most historic city in the world. Your race will begin at the Jerusalem Arena, from where you will ride right outside Jerusalem’s Old City and other history’s most iconic landmarks. You will be able to choose between a long and short distance route. The GFNY Jerusalem expo and race packet pick-up this year will be for two days (April 25 and April 26th at the first station) you will be introduced to the newest products and brands from the bicycle and endurance sports industry.

Giro D’italia Jerusalem

GFNY Bicycle Tour

Jerusalem Bike Week

Jerusalem Bike Week

Jerusalem Expo

Sabbath of LightApril 1 According to Christian belief, in the last week of his life, Jesus visited Jerusalem. Every year, devout Christians reconstruct his story that week - the climax culminating with Easter. The week before Easter was called the great (and solemn) week: on Friday, Jesus was crucified, dead, and buried, and on Sunday, upon visiting his grave, it was found empty. The New Testament says that Jesus was resurrected. In preparation for the ceremony, thousands from all over the world gather in the Holy Sepulcher, holding a 33-candelabra (for 33 years of his life). A symbolic light is passed on to the believers according to Greek Orthodox legacy.

Sabbath of Light

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May 2018

Jerusalem Day Begining ofRamadan

International Museum Day

Israel Festival

Giro D’italia Jerusalem

Jerusalem Bicycle Tour

Shavuot eve

Shavuot

Lag Baomer

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Israel FestivalMay 24 - June 9

Spectacular of art, music, dance and theatre, Audiences are able to enjoy works by artists from all over the world, as well as premieres of Israeli pieces and free performances of street theatre. Across the city.

Giro D’italia JerusalemMay 5

The 2018 Giro big start will based around the holy city with a 10.1km time trial to kick off the race on May 5, before two sprint stages finish off the race’s time in Israel.www.cyclingweekly.com

Celebrating the KingdomMay 8-10

March of 50 musicians and actors, acrobats, mural paintings, light installations, acoustic live shows to kick off the first year of the celebration. Across the city.

International Museum Day May 18

Celebrated annually with the intention of exposing the public to the cultural wealth in museums. During the last Museum day 75 museums opened their doors for free throughout Israel.

Jerusalem Bike Week

Celebrating the kingdom

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June 2018

Israel Festival

Light Festival

Eid al-Fitr

Jerusalem Opera Festival

Israel Festival

Jerusalem Design WeekJune 7-15

Design exhibitions, tours, seminars and meetings with designers are all part of Jerusalem’s annual Design Week, exposing visitors to the multidisciplinary creativity of the local design field. Venues across Jerusalem.

Jerusalem Opera Festival June 7

The festival features Verdi’s powerful drama “Nabucco”, performed by international opera singers, the Israeli Opera Chorus, and the Jerusalem Symphony Orchestra. Set at the Sultan’s Pool, the festival juxtaposes the cultural vibrancy and energy of the opera.

Light Festival June 27 - July 5

This annual light festival brings the greatest light sculptors in the world to Jerusalem. Their works will light up the streets and alleys of the Old City, major tourist sites and public spaces. Artists from Israel and abroad take part in the festival and use light in order to create statues, installations and performances.

Design Week

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July 2018

International film festival

Maccabiah

Light Festival

Nylon #2

International Film Festival

Tisha B’av

International Film FestivalJuly 26 - August 5

The festival features 10 jam-packed days of screenings, special guests, panels and festivities. The festival takes place at the Sultan’s Pool and in the Old City and provides an arena for Israeli film and the world’s finest cinematic trends.

Light Festival June 27 - July 5

This annual light festival brings the greatest light sculptors in the world to Jerusalem. Their works will light up the streets and alleys of the Old City, major tourist sites and public spaces. Artists from Israel and abroad take part in the festival and use light in order to create statues, installations and performances.

International Children’s Games 2018July 29 - August 2

In 2018, Jerusalem will host, for the first time, the International Children’s Games. In the competition 2,000 kids will participates at the ages of 12-15 from 70 countries. There will be competitions in Soccer, Basketball, Judo, Rhythmic Gymnastics, fencer and many more.

International Children’s Games 2018

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A White Night - Nylon #2

Klezmer FestivalAugust TBA

Dozens of klezmer musicians from Israel and around the world gather in Jerusalem for a variety of musical performances. This unique festival brings together the mystical sounds of Jewish klezmer with a variety of musical styles from around the globe.

Arts & Crafts FairAugust TBA

Held at the Hutzot Hayotzer Arts and Crafts Center, Mitchell Gardens and the AmphiTheatre in the Sultan’s Pool (located at the foot of the Old City walls), hundreds of artists, local and international, take part in this colorful event.

Wine FestivalAugust TBA

Hosted by the Israel Museum, this festival is an excellent opportunity to sample wines from the country’s leading wineries in the museum’s splendid sculpture garden. There will be about 35 wineries that can be sampled with the cost of admission.

Art A White Night - Nylon #2August 16

A big art exhibition in a beautiful location – the Tower of David. More than one hundred artists will transform the beautiful ancient citadel into a living, interactive, evolving art exhibition. Art, music, theater, video art, performance art, architecture and so much more.

International Children’s Games 2018

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September 2018

Rosh Ha’shana Eve Rosh Ha’shana Rosh Ha’shana

Eid al-Adha


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Chamber Music Festival

Jerusalem March

Chamber Music FestivalSeptember 5-8

Held annually at the YMCA, this festival brings together prominent classical musicians for a series of intriguing concerts. The 2018 festival will highlight chamber pieces by Schubert and will offer special shows in collaboration with the Opera Festival.

MekudeshetSeptember TBA

A magnificent three week festival that calls musicians from across the globe to celebrate their sacred traditions in the most sacred city in the world. The festival brings its own unique voice into millennia-old caves, gardens and fortresses. Tower of David and Zidkiyaho Cave

Jerusalem MarchSeptember 25

The Jerusalem March is an organized offering of walking tours through the city. Locals and visitors can choose between a 12 km or a 6 km tour guided by knowledgeable hosts. Festivities follow the march, with performances and lively music.

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Simchat Torah

Contemporary Art Festival ManofimOctober TBA

The official event of the contemporary art scene in Jerusalem, which kicks off the city’s exhibitions season. Manofim is an independent initiative that emerged from the ranks of artists who live and create in Jerusalem, and is directed by them.

Architecture WeekOctober 17-20

One weekend a year Jerusalem opens up a diverse variety of generally private spaces to the public in this huge event; houses, synagogues, gardens and more become available to public eyes, in some of the most private, renowned spots. This year a architecture week will be held on 17-20.10). Across the city.

Architecture Week

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November 2018

International Oud FestivalNovember TBA

The festival presents the oud as a unique instrument, which bridges between various musical cultures and traditions across the Middle East, the Mediterranean and the Indian subcontinent. Confederation House, Beit Shmuel and Jerusalem Theater.

Open Restaurants in JerusalemNovember 13-17

The urban culinary festival, will present a wide array of cultural and multidisciplinary events, showcasing the capital’s multitude of cultural institutions, chefs, manufacturers, restaurants and local culinary personalities. Across the city

Open Restaurants in Jerusalem

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December 2018

Christmas Eve Christmas

Hanukkah Warm Winter, Long Nights

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Israel-Ethiopian Arts Festival HullegebDecember TBA

The Hullegeb Festival brings together traditional Ethiopian culture in theater, dance and music, with Israeli and western culture. The festival features theater, concerts and dance performances. Beit Shmuel, Confederation House and Gerard Bechar Center.


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Save the Date!

MayIsrael Festival (24.5-9.6)International Museum Day (18.5)Giro D’italia Jerusalem (5.5)Celebrating the Kingdom (8.5-

SeptemberMekudeshet (5.9-8.9)Chamber Music FestivalJerusalem March (25.9)

JulyLight Festival (27.6-5.7)International Film Festival (26.7-5.8)International Children’s Olympic

OctoberArt Festival ManofimArchitecture Week (17.10-20.10)

AugustKlezmer FestivalWine FestivalArts & Crafts FairA White Night - Nylon #2 (16.8)

NovemberInternational Oud FestivalOpen Restaurants in Jerusalem (13.11-17.11)

DecemberArts Festival Hullegeb

JuneJerusalem Design Week (7.6-15.6)Light Festival (27.6-5.7)Jerusalem Opera Festival (7.6)

MarchJerusalem ‘Winner’ Maraton(9.3)Jerusalem Arts FestivalSounds of the Old City (12.3-15.3)

FebruaryFestival Winter Noise (Every Mon)

AprilGFNY Jerusalem (27.4) Bicycle TourSabath of light (1.4)

Jerusalem’s Annual Events 2018

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