Israel: Tourists and visitors to Tel Aviv this week are in for a special treat. On Thursday, June 30, 2022, Tel Aviv-Yafo will resume its annual tradition of celebrating White Night throughout the city after a temporary pause due to the pandemic.
White Night is a celebration that includes dozens of events held simultaneously– both outdoors and in cultural centres – from the early evening hours into the night. The events vary in content, are accessible to everyone, and are mostly free or offered at discounted rates. Events will include performances by leading artists, folk dances in a white dress, theatre and street circus, musical ensembles and much more. As one of the biggest happenings in the city, “White Night” is a celebration for all, locals and tourists alike.
The tradition of celebrating “White Night” began in July 2003 when UNESCO declared Tel Aviv “The White City” – a World Heritage Site. The city centre is home to more than 4,000 Bauhaus-style buildings, the largest architectural collection of its kind. Tel Aviv’s unique historic, architectural, and cultural makeup, along with its reputation as the “Non-stop city” come together to form our famed “White Night” celebration.
Tel Aviv-Yafo serves as a home for many cultural institutions, artists and creators. The city is seen as a source of inspiration for a diverse array of cultural works, and its municipality is always open to discovering new art and entertainment that thinks outside the box (maybe-new frontiers in the world of art and entertainment).
All tourist information centres around the city will remain open throughout the night and Tel Aviv Global and Tourism will hold exclusive nighttime guided tours.