Free Events in Tel Aviv

Concerts, exhibitions, screenings and other events with free admission in Tel Aviv and Jaffa. Some programs also include paid activities.

Nomzy-Con brings geek culture to Jaffa Port over Hanukkah

The Nomzy-Con geek convention runs December 9-11 at Beit HaMekholot in Jaffa Port. Entry to the venue is free, with free shuttles.

Tel Aviv to hold citywide events on violence against women

From November 15 to December 1, Tel Aviv-Yafo hosts free talks and events on spotting the warning signs of abuse in relationships.

Tel Aviv hackathon takes on the city’s messy ficus fruit

Tel Aviv-Yafo is inviting entrepreneurs, researchers and residents to a free hackathon on ficus fruit, November 22-23 in Ganei Yehoshua.

Free repair bar and clothing swap at Dizengoff Center

On November 27, the city's sustainability center will fix bags, glasses, toys, furniture and computers for free and host a clothing swap.

Felicja on Bialik Street hosts a free weekend of sound art

The Sound/Resistance exhibition at Felicja adds a sound walk, an artists' talk and a HaTzimer takeover, November 12-14. Free entry.

Public Movement marks 20 years with free show at Suzanne Dellal

The performance group stages a free event on November 14 at 6 p.m. in the Suzanne Dellal Center's main plaza, ending with circle dancing.

Jaffa Port’s Beit HaMekholot hosts fall fair November 20-21

Dozens of Israeli makers and designers, young entrepreneurs under 18 and a talk by illustrator Dana Barlev. Free entry.

Women’s business fair U ARE PERFECT comes to Jaffa Port

A two-day fair of women-led businesses, talks and family activities at Beit HaMekholot, November 27-28. Entry is free.

CCA’s Free Festival Brings Three Days of Art and Performance

“El: HaSadeh” runs November 12-14 at CCA Tel Aviv-Yafo, 2 Tzadok HaCohen Street, with music, video, talks and a cyanotype workshop for children ages 6 and up. Admission is free.

Free Music Nights at Alsheikh’s Black Magic Festival

Ziv Yehezkel, Itamar Borochov and TEMINNE are among the performers at Alsheikh’s fifth Black Magic festival on November 11, 12 and 14. Admission is free, subject to capacity.

Jaffa Farmers Market Celebrates Its First Year in November

Four Wednesday events on November 4, 11, 18 and 25 will mark the market’s first anniversary, with olive oil, local wine and citrus. Admission is free, from 3 to 9 p.m.

Four Free Senior Tours at Bialik Square in November

Senior tours at the City Museum, Beit Reuven and Liebling House take place November 16, 23, 24 and 25. Each lasts about an hour. Advance registration is required.

Free Family Robotics Festival at Beit Dani on November 18

Festibotika 4 brings robot driving, robot soccer and 3D printers to the Beit Dani forecourt on November 18, 4-8 p.m. The family event at 21 Simtat Kabir is free.

Alenta Exhibition Tour and Artist Studio Talk at Faitlovitch

A guided tour of Alenta and a studio conversation with artist Maayan Tahio take place November 13, 11 a.m.-noon, at Faitlovitch, 10 Vitkin Street. Exhibition admission is free. Advance registration is required for the tour.

Florentin Fair: Local Creations and Secondhand Finds on November 6

The Florentin Fair takes place at 24 Florentin Street on Friday, November 6, from 10:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. Admission is free, with local creative work and new and secondhand items at the stalls.

Art and Dedications at Kiton: A Free Self-Guided Visit

Kiton restaurant at 145 Dizengoff Street opens for self-guided visits among its art and guest dedications on November 2 and 9, from 6 to 9 p.m. Admission is free.

Free Family Sports at Beit HaMecholot on Election Day

Target games, bowling and soccer come to Beit HaMecholot at Jaffa Port on October 27, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Admission and activities are free, and all ages are welcome.

A Free Election-Day Program for Kids at HaTachana Park

Yuval Malchi, a kids' ballot box, creative activities and games come to HaTachana Park on October 27, from 10:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Admission and all activities are free.

Ziv Koren’s Photography Exhibition Comes to Habima Square

Thirty photographs from Hiriya Recycling Park will be on view at Habima Square from October 26 to November 6, 2026. Admission is free.

A Free Exhibition Brings 36 Artists to Jaffa’s Amiad Center

A free exhibition opens at the Amiad Center on October 27, alongside talks, guided tours and a dance performance. The accompanying events require advance registration, and some charge a fee.

Jaffa Hosts a Makers’ Fair and Guided Tours on October 27

A free makers’ fair brings local creators and street artists to Jaffa’s Greek Market on Tuesday, October 27. Fashion and food tours are available separately for a fee.

Heroez Card EXPO Brings More Than 60 Collectibles Stalls to Jaffa

The collectors’ event takes place at Beit HaMechulot in Jaffa Port on Friday, October 30, from 10am to 4pm. Admission is free, with trading-card stalls, a grading station, raffles and activities.

Tel Aviv-Yafo Jazz Festival Returns with Eight Stages and Free Entry

The festival takes over Beit Romano and nearby spaces on November 19-21, with free admission. Artists include Liraz and Sahba Motallebi, Neil Sugarman, Emma Smith and Johnny O’Neal.

Brothers of Light Launch an Art Book at HaTachana Park

The street-art duo celebrates a decade of work at Pavilion 14 on October 22-24, with an exhibition, music, book signings and a pop-up shop. Admission is free, with an artist talk on Friday at noon.

Free Reggae and Dub Session at HaTachana Park on October 30

One-A-Way and Bazzie Hi-Fi bring roots, reggae and dub to HaTachana Park on Friday, October 30, from noon to 8pm. Admission is free.

The Architect’s Dream Opens at Liebling Haus in November

Roi Zevulun and Maya Gratzfeld bring architectural sculptures and textile works inspired by Haifa’s Hadar neighborhood to Liebling Haus. The opening is November 12 at 7:30pm, with free admission.

Free Parent-and-Child Activities Come to Tel Aviv Cafes

The Taf-Nit program brings storytimes, Contakids sessions and parental-leave groups to Tel Aviv businesses in November and December. Participation is free, with advance registration and limited places.

Tel Aviv Children Can Vote for Their Neighborhood’s Next Show

Children can choose which show comes to their community center on October 20-26. Ballot boxes will be placed at 18 centers across Tel Aviv-Yafo, with free participation.

Dog Adoption Day at Mivne Migdaley Tel Aviv This Friday

Meet dogs looking for homes on October 23. Let the Animals Live is offering first-year support to the first 100 families across its adoption campaign.

PHOTO IS:RAEL Brings Free Photography Exhibitions to Cinematheque Square

PHOTO IS:RAEL runs November 11-21 at Tel Aviv Cinematheque Square, featuring over 200 photographers from Israel and abroad. Admission is free.

European Literature Night Returns to Liebling Haus for Two Free Evenings

Liebling Haus hosts European Literature Night on October 20-21, with readings in Hebrew, live music, short films and a late-night illustration workshop. Admission is free.

Zman Dizengoff Brings Four Evenings of Music, Food and Tours

Dizengoff Street hosts four Monday evenings of live music, walking tours, workshops and special food offerings from October 19 to November 9.

Halloween Month at Jaffa Port: Workshops, Kids’ Market and a Family Party

Beit Hamicholot and Warehouse 2 will host Halloween activities for children and families every Saturday in October. Some events are free, while workshops are paid and offer a Digitel price of NIS 20.

Legal Art Market Comes to Beit Hamicholot at Jaffa Port

Legal Art Market will take place at Beit Hamicholot in Jaffa Port on October 9 and 10. Entry is free, with artist and maker stalls, music, DJ sets and children's workshops.

Mimztulot Festival Brings Two Nights of Selichot to Tel Aviv-Yafo

The Mimztulot Festival returns September 16-17 with music, theatre, tours, study and communal singing at HaTachana, Jaffa Port and 9 Maze Street.

Free Bicycle Fair at HaTachana Park

HaTachana Park will host a free bicycle fair on September 9 with repairs, decorating workshops, a circus show, refurbished kids' bikes and a design exhibition. Some activities require advance registration.

Free Avant-Garde Night at Beit Barakat

Beit Barakat will host a free night of creative music, improvisation and experimental sound on September 9. The program features three performances by six musicians.

Accessories Fair Returns to Jaffa Port’s Container House

The Container House will host a two-day market for jewelry, vintage finds, local art, records and home accessories on September 4 and 5. Admission is free.

Free Opera for Children: “The Ugly Duckling” at Arlozorov 97

The interactive opera "The Ugly Duckling" will take place on Thursday, August 27, at Arlozorov 97. Admission is free with advance registration, and the performance is intended for ages 5-8.

End-of-Summer Party at Beit HaMekholot: Rock and Dance with the Kids in Jaffa

Beit HaMekholot at Jaffa Port will host a free family party on Saturday, August 29, 2026, from 11:00 to 15:00. The program includes music, games, face painting and temporary tattoos, magnet photos and stalls.

Summer Cinema at Begin Park: Two Free Family Screenings

Menachem Begin Park will host two free Hebrew-dubbed screenings in August: "Lilo & Stitch" and "Super Charlie." Both will begin at 20:00, on August 11 and 25, 2026.

Three Free Afternoons for Kids at Tel Aviv Port

Port Kef will run from July 20-22, 2026, on the Children's Avenue at Tel Aviv Port, near SKY JUMP, Building 31. Admission is free, with a main show and creative workshops each day.

Pedal Boats, Workshops and Shows: August for Kids at Gan Ha’ir

"Children's Island" will run at Gan Ha'ir throughout August with free workshops and shows, pedal boats in the fountain and a back-to-school fair.

Children’s Summer Festival Returns to Suzanne Dellal with Six Premieres and Free Performances

The Children's Summer Festival will take place at the Suzanne Dellal Centre in Tel Aviv from July 15 to 18, 2026. The program includes six premieres, dance, theater, music, circus, family workshops and free events in the plaza.

Tzlilei Kayitz: Four Free Music Evenings at the Performing Arts Center Plaza in July

The 'Tzlilei Kayitz' (Summer Sounds) series will take place in July 2026 at the Tel Aviv Performing Arts Center plaza, from 20:00 to 22:00. Admission is free, with a Greek taverna, klezmer, a Latin fiesta and a Tu B'Av evening on the program.

June 17 and 18: Free Market, Music and Art Events in Jaffa

Two free evenings will take place in Jaffa on Wednesday and Thursday, June 17-18, 2026. The route includes the farmers' market at the flea market, performances at Jaffa Port, an outdoor cinema at HaPisga Garden and an art fair on Olei Zion Street.

Tel Aviv Pride Parade 2026: Route, Times and Road Closures

The Tel Aviv-Yafo Pride Parade will take place on Friday, June 12, 2026, along the promenade and continue to Charles Clore Park. Admission is free.