Jerusalem’s light festival celebrates 10 years! This unique 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 Jerusalem Festival of Light 2018, 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.
UV DIMENSION III
12 high power lasers create one multilayered image in a spectacular 3D laser show by Ad Lib Creations. The show will take you to a new world, full of magical light and fantasy.
Where: Jaffa Gate Plaza
LIGHT MILLS
How do you turn wind into light? Chinese artist Feng Jiacheng is bringing more than 700 windmills to show you just exactly how. Come watch a beautiful homage to nature that plays with natural elements and makes you contemplate about freedom, energy, and the secrets of this world we’re living in.
Where: Habad Street
PATTERNS
Like Instagraming? This one is for you. This absolutely breathtaking screening displays a colorful collage that reveals the graphic richness of Middle Eastern cultures and creates a new visual and cultural language.
Where: Gan HaTkuma
TIME DRIFTS JERUSALEM
Batei Machase Square undergoes a metamorphosis with this colorful and post-modern work of art by German artist Phillip Geist. Visit the Jewish Quarter and enjoy a powerful experience that uses content and light to explore knowledge and time in ways we have never seen.
Where: Batei Machase
Don’t go to the festival on an empty stomach! There are plenty of amazing restaurants near the Old City, whether you’re looking for a quick bite, something romantic or family-friendly!
Location:OLD CITY, JERUSALEM
Date and Time:2019/07/01-2019/07/31