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A celebration of colors and magic: Why visiting Bulgaria in March?

Red-and-white decorations, ancient rituals, and unique traditions: The surprising reason that makes Bulgaria a perfect spring destination—plus, where to celebrate Baba Marta in Israel.

By MAARIV TOURISM
08/03/2025

From retro comebacks to Netflix hits: The costumes taking over this year

Purim 2025 brings variety: From IDF soldier costumes and animated characters to classics and gaming-inspired outfits, all set to shine in the annual carnival.

By MEITAL SHARABI/MAARIV
25/02/2025

Purple south: The first lupine celebration in Gedera kicks off

In celebration of its 140th anniversary, Gedera invites you to explore purple blossoms, heritage sites, and history with three Fridays of tours, photography workshops, and family activities.

By MEITAL SHARABI/MAARIV
25/02/2025

Meditation and kiddush: A festival of wellness and Israeli Shabbat

From yoga to Shabbat: We explored the Fit&Soul festival by Shabtava, blending wellness and Jewish tradition, with performances by David D'Or and Avri Gilad, and lectures by Prof. Rafi Carasso.

By TALY SHARON
24/02/2025

Imagine Festival: Connecting to Nova survival through music & dance

At this past Imagine Festival, we witness the healing process of those who made it out of Nova – and Israeli youth as a whole.

Back to roost: Singer-songwriter Zohar Ginzburg to light up the Hamagber Festival

Ginzburg’s slot is on February 5 (10:30 p.m.), with singer-songwriter Rona Kenan joining her and her quintet on stage.

02/02/2025
 A person performs at the opening night of a drag festival.

Israeli hostages get heartfelt tribute at Tel Aviv drag festival

Yellow ribbons of solidarity with Israel's Gaza hostages featured alongside colorful performances at Tel Aviv's drag festival that opened this week.

By REUTERS
23/01/2025
 JAN VOGLE wows them at Eilat’s Royal Garden Hotel auditorium.

Isrotel ClassiCameri Festival: virtuosity, variety, and unforgettable performances

There were quite a few Anglos in the jam-packed audience. The pianist parried the protest with aplomb, and a winning smile, before getting back to the musical business at hand.

16/01/2025

Darom Adom Festival to be held in solidarity with hostage families

Doron Ashtan Nachmani, the CEO of the association, said they “cannot celebrate or proceed with our traditional festival until all our brothers and sisters are safely returned.” 

Hope springs eternal: The eighth annual Outline Festival sheds light on some dark corners

The principal artistic premise of the event is the illustrative side of the visual realm, in addition to a slew of workshops, guided tours, master classes, live music, and animation screenings.

04/01/2025
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