Nightlife

Weekdays are fun in Tel Aviv, but there’s no beating the weekend for parties, concerts and other events. This weekend promises to be particularly eventful in honor of Hanukkah.

Thursday

Don’t forget that the weekend in Israel starts early, otherwise you’ll miss one of the best nights of the week.

The Martinez Brothers at The Block

Truly some of New York’s finest, the Bronx-born Martinez Brothers are one of the biggest acts on the international house and techno circuit, and they’re coming to Tel Aviv’s most respected club for what will no doubt be an unforgettable night funky sounds and dirty beats.

Where: The Block, 157 Salame St, Tel Aviv
When: 11:30 pm
Admission: 90-110 NIS
Tickets: Buy online here

Andrew Rayel at Haoman 17

Dutch DJ and producer Andrew Rayel takes over the decks at one of Tel Aviv’s top clubs for night of uplifting and progressive trance. Local DJs Yuval Zach and Yaniv Amario will open up the party.

Where: Haoman 17, 88 Abarbanel St, Tel Aviv
When: 11:30 pm
Admission: 100-120 NIS
Tickets: Buy online here or call 054-335-2991

Orphaned Land at Reading 3

Metal of all kinds, Middle-Eastern folk and Jewish and Arabic traditions come together for a night of musical mayhem in Tel Aviv as Israeli progressive metal  band Orphaned Land take the stage at Reading 3 in the Namal.

Where: Reading 3, 3 Ha’Tarucha St, Tel Aviv
When: 9:00 pm
Admission: 99 NIS
Tickets: Through website

Midburn Community Initiation at Florentine Circus

Everything you wanted to know about Israel’s regional Burning Man event, but didn’t know who to ask. There will be a meet and greet with the Midburn organizers and plenty of time to get yourself informed.

Where: Florentine Circus, Hakfar Hayarok, Ramat Hasharon
When: 7:30 pm
Admission: Free

Friday

The stores may be closed for Shabbat, but the bars and clubs of Tel Aviv certainly aren’t.

Friday Noon Chill at Bicicletta Bar

Okay, it’s not technically nightlife, but there’s no reason not to kick off your Friday early with chill tunes from DJ Asaf Samuel, Bloody Mary’s from the bar and pancakes from the kitchen.

Where: Bicletta Bar, 29 Nahalat Binyamin, Tel Aviv
When: 12:00 pm
Admission: Free

Brain Candies at Ozen Bar

Check out some modern Psychedelic rock in Hebrew and English as Israel’s own Brain Candies take the stage at Ozen Bar.

Where: Ozen Bar, 48 King George St, Tel Aviv
When: 10:00 pm
Admission: 40-50 NIS
Tickets: Through website

Saturday

It’s not a work night if you’re a tourist.

Mind Games Party and Art Installation at Comfort 13

Local artists and party-goers get together for a night with a distinctly Burning Man atmosphere as volunteer performers take the stage with music, acrobatics, live art of all kinds and much more. 

Where: Comfort 13, 13 Kampert St, Tel Aviv
When: Doors at 5:00 pm
Admission: 70-100 NIS
Tickets: Click here