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The annual outdoor International Jerusalem Arts and Crafts Fair, called Hutzot Hayotzer (sometimes spelled Khutsot HaYotser or Chutzot Hayotzer), is certainly one of Jerusalem’s highlights of the summer if not the entire year. Hutzot Hayotzer can be translated as “the Creator Steps Out,” which is precisely what happens; dozens of artists meet at this event, showcasing their creations, selling their crafts and allowing thousands to take in what Jerusalem and the world has to offer.

Hutzot Hayotzer is held at one of Jerusalem’s most special venues, Sultan’s Pool, which creates the perfect ambiance for this summer festival. Just at the foot of the Old City, this valley and its surrounding areas sit adjacent to the permanent artist colony, also named Hutzot Hayotzer.

Visitors stroll from stand to stand, taking in local and international artisans’ work from watches to hammocks to paintings, often being sold by the original artists, and much more. From the depths of the Sultan’s Pool, entrenched in the earth’s Jerusalem stone, with the Old City lit up in the background and the stars above, the romantic, artistic and friendly environment envelops guests.

The festival, produced by Ariel Company, includes nightly live concerts and dance performances by popular Israeli artists, as well as many food stands and workshops scheduled throughout.

The fair is a great place to purchase art and functionally designed items. Or at the very least, it is inspiring to see all the creativity emerging from Israel and countries around the world.

Hutzot Hayotzer Events 2018

The festival is open every day (except for Friday), 6:00 pm – 11:00 pm, and Saturday from 9:00 pm – midnight. The festival takes place at Hutzot Hayotzer Compound, Mitchel Gardens, and Merrill Hassenfeld Amphitheater at Sultan’s Pool. 

The Israeli Pavilion

150 Israeli artists will display drawings, prints, ceramics, jewelry, textile, Judaica, toys, works in wood, and more.

The International Pavilion

International artists will present their works. The International Pavilion includes varied and authentic art.

Far East: Indonesia, India, Nepal, Chine, Sri Lanka, South Korea

South & Central America: Uruguay, Ecuador, Bolivia, Guatemala, Dominican Republic, Mexico, Panama, Chile, Colombia, Peru

Asia: Uzbekistan, Ukraine, Turkmenistan, Kirgizstan, Russia

Europe: Germany, Hungary, Romania

Africa: Ghana, South Africa, Zimbabwe, Madagascar, Kenia

Dance performances from Mexico and South Korea will take place at the International Compound. 

Main Stage at Sultan’s Pool

The best Israeli Musicians will perform daily on Sultan’s Pool Main Stage, starting at 9 pm.  

Tav Café – Pop-Up Coffee House by Tav Group
Tav Group invites everyone to join their wandering courtyard for an interdisciplinary experience and a coffee. The program includes: coffee and pastry, monologue, a slice of bread with honey and cheese, dancing shadows, storytelling and song, and a gypsy tune.

Children’s Compound

Special children performances will take place every day. First Show at 6:30 pm; Second Show at 7:30 pm

Complementary & Alternative Medicine Workshop

Every day at 6:30 pm for 40 min.

International Food Fair

Delicious foods from all around the world with ethnic music, coffee houses and wine bars.

Beer Garden

The “Beer Garden” is a Bavarian tradition that originated in the 19th century and has been very popular even since. The festival will provide a beautiful garden with shared tables and huge glasses of beer. There is also food and live music, so you better be there.

Bezalel Compound

Original works by students of Bezalel Art Academy will be displayed. You can find animation movies, video art, designs, drawings, sculptures, works in glass, photography, fashion, and more. The students will also lead art workshops for the general public.

The Artist Colony at Hutzor Hayotzer

The Artist Colony is a unique place that includes workshops and galleries presenting works of contemporary artists all year round. The galleries and shops are open to the general public and you can meet the artists and experience the art.

The artist workshops are open all year, Sunday – Thursday, 10am-5pm, and Fridays 10am-2pm

www.ArtistsColony.co.il

Facebook: Artists Colony – חוצות היוצר

Twitter: @Artists_Colony

Instagram: artists.colony

Get Tickets (including groups) at Bimot: Call Tel. 02-6237000 or book online here

For details, call the Municipality Call Center at 106 or Tel.02-5314600

www.artfair-jer.com

Parking is at Mamilla Parking, Karta Parking, Safra Parking, Bell Park Parking, and The First Station.

Production: Ariel Municipal Company

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Photos by Mel Brickman, Ilan Bashur, Zoharon, Eldad Refaeli, Guy Kushi, Riv Fein