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Jerusalem's Hutzot HaYotzer Festival Celebrates 50 Years with Top Israeli Artists
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First reported by Srugim · Jun 29, 2026
What happened
Jerusalem’s Hutzot HaYotzer Festival celebrates 50 years from July 30 to August 13 with major Israeli artists performing at Sultan's Pool. The event features a metals-themed art and culinary experience, including an interactive lock bridge and a new food area by chef Rafi Cohen.
- 01Hutzot HaYotzer Festival marks 50 years with events from July 30 to August 13 in Jerusalem.
- 02Ishay Ribo opens the festival; Idan Amadi closes it, with many top Israeli artists performing.
- 03The festival theme is metals, reflected in art exhibits, a lock bridge installation, and culinary zones.
- 04An artists’ market and vintage pop-up area will be featured, with booths made from shipping containers.
- 05Chef Rafi Cohen leads a new food section divided into four metal-themed culinary areas.
- 06The festival is organized by Jerusalem Municipality’s Ariel company and held at Sultan's Pool near the Old City.
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