Jerusalem Festival of Light 2018Wed | Jun 27 | 8:00PM

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Jerusalem’s light festival attracts hundreds of thousands of visitors from Israel and abroad who stroll the picturesque lanes of Jerusalem’s Old City taking in its enchanted ambiance while its walls and cobblestone streets are illuminated with an amazing variety of modern light art installations created by local and international artists. The juxtaposition of the historic Old City with innovative and captivating artwork is a sight to behold.

Every year, different tracks are offered, each clearly marked by a different color light, taking visitors from one art instillation to another. Details about the pieces exhibited along each track are readily available, allowing guests to choose a route based on their preferences. The routes are in and around the Old City.

The artworks which are usually huge in size include three-dimensional installations, videos on landmark Old City walls and sound-and-light shows. There is also an art fair featuring work by a wide range of light designers displaying and selling their artworks. Some attractions around the Old City are open as well during the evenings of that week as well. It is a feast for the eyes.

The Jerusalem Festival of Light 2017, one of an elite group of light festivals held around the world, is proudly presented by the Jerusalem Development Authority, the Ministry of Jerusalem and Diaspora Affairs, the Jerusalem Municipality and the Ministry of Tourism. It is produced by the Ariel Municipal Company.

This illuminating festival is appropriate for visitors, locals, families, artists and creative enthusiasts.

Festival of Light 2018 events will be updated as they become available.

Jerusalem Festival of Light 2017 Highlights

Dundu

A giant illuminated puppet is brought to life by 5 puppeteers to move in harmony with special live music, interact with the audience, tell a wonderful story and create unforgettable moments of togetherness, love, light and peace.

Where: Jaffa Gate Plaza, Old City, Jerusalem

Cathedral of Mirrors

A 3-dimensional structure with 12 motion-activated mirrored LED columns that react to the movements of the audience as they walk through, creating a stunning and unique nonstop light show.

Where: Gan Habonim, Old City, Jerusalem

Journey into Space

Where: The corner of New Gate Road and Ha Achim Pereire Street, Old City, Jerusalem

The Pool

Jerusalem evenings can be cool. Bring something warm to wear.

Photos courtesy of the Jerusalem Festival of Lights