Oktoberfest BIG EAST Festival Returns to Be'er Sheva with Culinary and Musical Stars
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The Oktoberfest BIG EAST festival will be held in Be'er Sheva from October 21-23, 2026, expecting 20,000 visitors. The event will feature around 25 types of beer, food from local businesses, and live music. Notable chefs Israel Aharoni and Moshik Roth will participate. The festival also includes a memorial section for fallen soldiers of the Swords of Iron War, with a 25 shekel entry fee for those 18 and older.
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- The Oktoberfest BIG EAST festival is returning to Be'er Sheva from October 21-23, 2026.
- The event is expected to attract approximately 20,000 visitors over three days.
- Chefs Israel Aharoni and Moshik Roth are among the featured participants.
- The festival will include around 25 types of beer and numerous food stalls.
- A special memorial section will honor fallen soldiers of the Swords of Iron War.
- Entry is restricted to individuals aged 18 and above, with a 25 shekel ticket price.
The Oktoberfest BIG EAST festival is returning to Be'er Sheva for its second year, scheduled to take place from October 21 to 23, 2026, at the BIG EAST complex in the city. Organized by the BIG group in collaboration with the "Eating in Be'er Sheva and the Surroundings" community, the event is expected to draw approximately 20,000 visitors over its three days. The festival will feature a wide selection of beers from Israel and abroad, numerous food stalls, and live musical performances.
Attendees can anticipate trying around 25 different types of beer and a diverse range of dishes from southern Israel's restaurants and food businesses. Notable participants include Chef Israel Aharoni, who will be present with his chicken food truck, and Chef Moshik Roth, showcasing his FRANKCO food brand. The culinary offerings will span smoked meats, fish dishes, pasta, traditional meals, poke bowls, and desserts, with prices set at 30, 40, or 50 shekels per dish.
The musical lineup includes performances by Acropolis, KALISPERA, and DOOST on Wednesday, October 21, followed by Avihai Pinchasov's Rhythm Club on Thursday, October 22, and The Simchas band on Friday, October 23. DJs will also provide entertainment throughout the festival, with Chef Israel Aharoni scheduled to take over the DJ booth on Wednesday.
In addition to the food and music, the festival will host a special memorial section dedicated to the fallen soldiers of the Swords of Iron War and to honor reservists. This section will feature several commemorative initiatives, such as "Tomer Beer," created in memory of Tomer, son of Ezra Najar, and a beer project from "Ha'ma'abara" that includes beer packages with memorial postcards for fallen soldiers. A special cocktail will also be presented in memory of the late Ben Shimoni, as part of a project established by his family.
The festival is open to individuals aged 18 and above, with an entrance fee of 25 shekels. Operating hours are from 5:00 PM to 11:00 PM on Wednesday and Thursday, October 21 and 22, and from 11:00 AM to 4:00 PM on Friday, October 23.