Festivals in Palestine

Festivals

Season or date: Islamic month of Shawwal 1

Major festival celebrating the end of Ramadan. Family visits, gift-giving, and sweet-making are popular.

Season or date: Islamic month of Dhul Hijjah 10

One of Islam''s greatest celebrations coinciding with the pilgrimage season. Sheep are slaughtered and shared with the poor.

Season or date: December 24-25

Midnight Mass and procession at the Church of the Nativity draw pilgrims from around the world.

Season or date: October

Cultural festival in Ramallah showcasing handicrafts, traditional dabke dance, and music.

Season or date: Late October-November

Villages host olive picking experiences, oil mill tours, and home cooking tastings.

Season or date: January

Citizen marathon running at the world''s lowest point. Dead Sea scenery is popular.

Season or date: July

Summer event bustling with fishing boat parades, beach sports, and live music.

Season or date: March

Public demonstration of traditional olive soap manufacturing process and direct sales market.

Season or date: September

Candle-lit World Heritage terraces with grape and fig tastings.

Season or date: November

Screening Middle Eastern and international films across West Bank cities to foster exchange.