November in Tel Aviv is packed! While the rest of the world cools down, the city’s cultural calendar is heating up with non-stop festivals, high-energy takeovers, and creative pop-ups. From multi-stage jazz at Teder and immersive performance art in Old Jaffa to fashion week, literature, and the dusty magic of Midburn, November is stacked with crazy events. Ready to fill up your calendar? Scroll down for our top festival picks for November!

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1. 1-8/11 – Tel Aviv Festival @ Tel Aviv Museum of Art ✨

November 1-8yh | Sderot Sha’ul HaMelech 27

Artistic director Shlomi Shaban transforms the entire museum into a dynamic, living space for a multidisciplinary week of music and art. Live performances, gallery-spanning installations, and unique genre-bending collaborations take over every corner of the venue throughout the evening. Find more info on the Secret Tel Aviv App.

2. 1-7/11 – String Festival @ Tzavta Theatre 🎻

November 1-7th | Shlomo Ibn Gabirol St 30

Pianist Gil Shohat gathers top-tier Israeli vocalists and virtuoso instrumentalists for seven evenings of classical-pop crossovers and intimate chamber arrangements. Live tributes to Elton John, Michael Jackson, and classic Israeli songbooks take center stage alongside solo piano and string quartet showcases. Find more info on the Secret Tel Aviv App.

3. 2-7/11 – Midburn 2026 🏜️

November 1-7th | Northern Negev Desert

Israel’s iconic Burning Man regional event rises from the desert floor at the foot of Mount Tzin for six days of radical self-expression, immersive theme camps, and art installations. The temporary communal city operates entirely on gifting and participation, culminating in the massive Effigy burn on Thursday night. Find more info on the Secret Tel Aviv App.

4. 5-7/11 – For Crying Out Loud Festival @ Old Jaffa 👀

November 5-7th | Old Jaffa

Old Jaffa’s ancient stone alleys and outdoor spaces host a three-day live art festival featuring performance art, immersive installations, and dynamic visual creations. Artists from across the country gather along the historic winding streets to showcase high-energy live works from dusk into the evening. Find more info on the Secret Tel Aviv App.

5. 9-12/11 – Israel Canada Fashion Week Tel Aviv 2026 💃🏻

November 9-12th | Kremenetski St 7

Top Israeli designers and bold emerging talent take over Kremenetski Street for four jam-packed days of runway showcases centered around female empowerment. Twenty-eight distinct collections line the schedule, putting cutting-edge local style and creative vision front and center. Find more info on the Secret Tel Aviv App.

6. 11-14/11 – Loving Art. Making Art. 🎨

November 11-14th | Around Tel Aviv

The municipality’s flagship culture event takes over the city for a four-day celebration packed with gallery open houses, museum freebies, and outdoor activities. Anchored by the main exhibition Suppressed Desires at HaKovshim Garden, over 180 local artist studios open their doors alongside 30 participating galleries across Tel Aviv-Yafo. Find more info on the Secret Tel Aviv App.

7. 19-21/11 – The Tel Aviv-Yafo Jazz Festival @ Teder 🎺

November 19-21st | Derech Jaffa 9

Dozens of performances across eight distinct stages transform Teder into a multi-level jazz hub for three full days. International headliners and local virtuosos take over the courtyard and indoor venues for dynamic live sets, original productions, and late-night sessions. Find more info on the Secret Tel Aviv App.

8. 19-21/11 – Write — Festival of the Written Word @ Beit Ariela ✍🏻

November 19-21st | Sderot Sha’ul HaMelech 25

Celebrated authors, musicians, and performers including Etgar Keret, Sasson Gabai, and Alma Gov gather for a weekend dedicated to sound, text, and storytelling. The three-day literary celebration features carnival-style opening night performances, live podcast tapings, creative writing masterclasses, and interactive calligraphy workshops across the iconic cultural center. Find more info on the Secret Tel Aviv App.

9. 20-22/11 – International Music Showcase Festival 2026 🔥

November 17-22nd (starts at Jerusalem 17-19th, then hits Tel Aviv 20-22nd)

Jerusalem’s iconic Yellow Submarine brings its flagship showcase festival to Tel Aviv with performance slates taking over major cultural hubs like Teder, Beit Radical, and HaMeretz 2. Dozens of local bands and solo musicians take the stage in front of international music executives, booking agents, and festival directors for three packed days of live sets. Find more info on the Secret Tel Aviv App.

10. 24-28/11 – Soundtrack Tel Aviv Film Festival @ Tel Aviv Cinematheque 🎞️

November 24-28th | HaArba’a St 5

Narrative features and music documentaries take center stage for five days exploring the powerful connection between cinema and sound. Screenings, director Q&As, and audio-focused panels explore how music functions as a core storytelling element across international and local films. Find more info on the Secret Tel Aviv App.

11. 24-28/11 – Tmuna Festival 2026 @ Tmuna Theater 🎭

November 24-28th | Soncino St 8

Veteran creators and emerging artists gather for five days of contemporary fringe theater, dance, music, and performance art. The multidisciplinary festival marks a historic moment as the iconic venue bids farewell to its long-standing Soncino Street space with live shows across multiple halls before relocating. Find more info on the Secret Tel Aviv App.

12. 25-28/11 – Design Week Israel 🎉

November 25-28th | Around Tel Aviv

Creatives and designers take over three major hubs—Jaffa, Noga, and Gan HaHashmal—for four days of open studios, masterclasses, and networking mixers. Walkable routes link independent boutiques, artisan workshops, and evening events celebrating local innovation across the city. Find more info on the Secret Tel Aviv App.

Best Events in Tel Aviv, November 2026