Last updated September 13th 2019

Tuesday 17 September is Election Day in Israel!  It’s a day off work, and a great day to be in town, with loads of parties, meetups, and cultural events…

For all the latest events, check the Secret Tel Aviv Calendar!


Parties

Election Day Rooftop Party @ The Kerem House, Central Tel Aviv | 12pm | 40 NIS

Watch the election and dance to a hot selection of tunes from the best DJs in Israel. Read More.


ElectionDay Fish Grill and Party @ Bicicletta, Central Tel Aviv | 1pm | Reservation Recommended

After voting, head down to Bicicletta for the their famous fish grill… show you voted and get a free chaser. Read More.


Honest Party – We Choose the Roof @ Mesilat Yesharim 1, South Tel Aviv | 6pm | FREE

Celebrate election day at this crazy rooftop party! With top DJs and cheap drinks! Read More.


Roda de Samba da Antiga @ Shaffa Bar, Jaffa | 8pm

Hoda (Roda or “Samba Circle” in Portuguese) is a traditional Afro-Brazilian custom, an informal celebration where a group of musicians and commentators gather around a large table for a session Of eating, drinking and playing samba and all the participants around join in singing and dancing. Read More.


Meetups

Tel Aviv Makers Open Day Party @ Tel Aviv Makers, Derech Kibbutz Galuyot 45, South Tel Aviv | 4pm | FREE, donations accepted

After voting, head down to Tel Aviv Makers to meet awesome people and build some cool stuff! Read More.


Community Meditation Night @ Shraddha Yoga Studio, South Tel Aviv | 8.15pm

We’ll meet on Tuesday 17th September – Election Day, no less – where we’ll explore the theme of ‘Letting Go’. Read More.


Tours

The White City – Tel Aviv’s World Heritage Site @ Rothschild Boulevard, Central Tel Aviv | 10am and 12.30pm | FREE

A tour of Tel Aviv’s White City and oldest boulevard, located next to the city’s first kiosk and streetlamp. You’ll hear stories about the houses that line the boulevard and the people who lived in them, in addition to becoming acquainted with the renowned Bauhaus architecture. The tour will also review the efforts currently underway to preserve and restore the buildings designed in this style.

Meeting point: 46 Rothschild Blvd Time: 10am, and 12:30pm

No registration required! Just come :]


The Carmel Market Tasting Tour @ Shuk HaCarmel, Central Tel Aviv | 10am | FREE

The Carmel Market is an area brimming with life, aromas and flavors, and mostly people who make the market what it is – such as Itzik who sells artichokes, Amrani and his aromatic spices, Dorfman with his chicken fat and, of course, the famous “Inal HaOlam”…

A tour with a wealth of flavors.

Meeting point: 56 Allenby St. Time: 10am

Click here to register. Once you register you are signed up! Just show up!

**Look for the tour guides wearing a white shirt with a Tel Aviv logo, They will wait at the meeting point 10 minutes before leaving.


Tour of the Tel Aviv Museum for Children and their Parents @ Tel Aviv Museum of Art, Central Tel Aviv | 4.30pm | 145 NIS

A tour of the arts, culture, society, geography and politics for the whole family. Read More.


Shows

Igor Moiseyev Ballet @ Israeli Opera House, Central Tel Aviv | 8pm | From 195 NIS

The Russian Igor Moiseyev Dance Company returns to Israel for another special performance! Read More.


Tali & The JAX @ Dancing Carmel, East Tel Aviv | 8.30pm

We have been trying for years to get these two amazing singer/songwriters together and now it’s happening! We are so happy we can’t stop giggling! Read More.


TLV Guitar Nights @ Beit Kandinof, Jaffa | 8.30pm | Registration Required

The plan is simple… Bring together the best guitarists and musicians in a wonderful Tel-Aviv venue. Read More.


Shopping

Antiques Garage Sale @ Givon Square, Central Tel Aviv | 10am-6pm | FREE

A special event with a selection of vintage items, collectibles, and antiques. Read More.


Traveling to Tel Aviv for DLD?

Where to stay?

Your first step is to find somewhere to sleep. We have guides for all of the Best Hotels in Israel, including Tel Aviv’s Best Hotels (best of the best), Tel Aviv’s Best Boutique Hotels (exclusive and tasteful) and Tel Aviv’s Best Hostels (fun and affordable)! You can book hotels directly through Secret Tel Aviv’s Booking.com Platform. (That amazing pool on the left belongs to The Norman Tel Aviv).


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Israel is a country with thousands of amazing things to see and do. We’ve teamed up with two of Israel’s top tour companies to find the Best Tours in Israel, including tours in Jerusalem, Tel Aviv, Petrathe Dead Sea, West Bank and Christian tours. There is something for every taste – sightseeing tours, walking tours, camping tours, Segway tours and more.


Where to eat and drink in Tel Aviv?

Tel Aviv is a foodie’s paradise with amazing food from all over the world, check out our Food and Drink Guides voted by our community of over 150K Tel Avivians, we have everything from Tel Aviv’s Best Breakfast and the Best Sushi in Tel Aviv, to Tel Aviv’s Best Bars and Clubs and Tel Aviv’s Best Cocktail Bars. For more ideas, click here to check out all the Food and Drink guides.


What to do during the week?

Tel Aviv is full of cool things to do! One of the favorite activities in the city is going to the beach to relax during the summer, exercise or play a sport. Check out our events calendar to find Tel Aviv’s best parties, and our weekly newsletter for the top weekly tips,  including pop up markets, concerts and exhibitions, escape rooms and other cool activities. Check out our Top Things to Do in Tel Aviv guide for more ideas!


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