Tirat Carmel is preparing for an especially colorful summer, one that promises experiences for every age, taste and style. During the months of July and August 2026, the city is expected to be filled with dozens of diverse events. The program includes performances by the best artists, World Cup screenings, festivals, youth workshops, children's plays, sports tournaments and many community activities, most of which are free.
Opening event and activities in July
The month will begin on July 1, 2026 with Summer Opening Happening Under the Sign of Free Love, in the parking lot of the community hall at 21 Weizman Street, which will include inflatable complexes, giant games, food and craft stalls, and free admission. Later this month, graffiti workshops for youth will be held, fun days at the Mimidon and at the amusement park, creative activities for children, screenings of the World Cup semi-finals and finals in a festive open-air atmosphere, and special courses such as cake design and gel polish lessons.
Throughout the month of July there will be:
- Zumba classes in various parks led by Etty Basson
- Graffiti workshop and cake design course for youth at the youth center at 6 Carmelim Street, and a stand-up show for youth by Daniel Styupin.
- On 14-15/7/2026 – the semi-final matches of the World Cup will be screened at Gan Nahum
- On 7/19/2026 – the final match will be screened at the stage complex on the corner of Etzel and Ya'a HaShtotaim streets, with a happening and food stalls – all with free admission.
- On 7/20/2026 – The 3X3 Streetball Basketball Championship will be held at the Rowing School
- On 7/21/2026 – the Mayor's Cup in football will be held, the traditional tournament at the community center field, which includes game stations and a tribute game against Hapoel Haifa veterans.
- On 7/24/2026 – a Shabbat reception will be held with the Ibrahim Ensemble band and beer and food stalls, at the commercial center on 2 Herzl Street, and on 7/28/2026 – a Tu B'Av event will be held with a performance by Regev Hod at the commercial center.
Festivals, workshops and end-of-summer events in August
The month of August will offer a wide variety of activities:
- Yoga classes – In the courtyard of the municipal library at 6 Palmach Street, they will be held on August 2, 9 and 16, led by Amalia Amikam.
- Zumba classes – In the library courtyard, they will be held on August 4, 11, and 18, hosted by Etty Basson.
- Youth will be offeredSurfing, sewing, sushi and chocolate lessons, as well as summer dancing For adults, guided by Yael Twito and Nurit Shimoni at Avner School.
- On August 11th and 12th, there will be Film Festival For families with screenings and food stalls in the stage area
- On August 13th, there will be beer festival In the same complex with performances by Hatikva 6 and Eviatar Adir, beer and food stands – admission is free.
- On August 18th, there will be Inflatable water happenings In a community ballroom
Towards the end of the summer, two major events will be held in the HaMitar parking lot on Ariel Sharon Boulevard:
- On August 25th, an end-of-summer event for youth with performances by Ofek Adnak and Nadav Khantzis
- On August 26th, the big end-of-summer event with performances by Nasreen, Eyal Levi and Roy Boy, Beer complex, food stalls, amusement park and inflatables – admission is free.
Children's plays at Eshkol Pais (Darka Shifman) at 14 Ezra Laniado Street, for a symbolic cost of 10 shekels:
- On July 27, "Apartment for Rent" will be presented for ages 3–8.
- On August 3, "The Egg in Disguise" will be presented for ages 3–7.
- On August 17, "Ay! Ouch! Eww!" will be presented for ages 3–7.
- On July 26, a "KKL-JNF Heroes" event for families and children will be held in a community auditorium, including a performance, photo booths, creative workshops, and interactive activities with free admission.
Seniors will be offered special events at the Lazarus House on 43 Jabotinsky Street, with free admission upon pre-registration:
- On July 25, "Singing in Public" hosted by Shuki Azoulay
- On August 29th, a karaoke and bingo event hosted by Shuki Azoulay