Fun In Jerusalem Blog

Updated January 2022 People often ask me what I am doing for Pesach. With my work life in tourism, they think I have the magic answer. Maybe I do? As a family we have done it all in the last 14 years since we made Aliyah. My family enjoys staying at home and participating in […]

Are you looking for a unique technology-based bar or bat mitzvah project that is fun and rewarding? Are your kids interested in innovation, engineering, design and technology? Do they love new challenges? Zomet, the Gush-based high-tech Institute which specializes in creating technology designed to meet halacha, has just launched a special technology workshop, ideal for […]

Entertaining kids in the summer is a full time job so we are lucky that Jerusalem has some of the best museums in the country.  We reached out to our favorite Museum Expert, Nachliel Selavan and asked him what families can do this summer in our local museums. Nachliel agreed to write a guest post […]

Five GREAT reasons why you should do a ScaVenture scavenger hunt with your family this summer…in Israel or abroad! Whether you’re looking for a solution for those long August vacation days, if you’re planning a family get-together, or if it’s Bar/Bat Mitzvah season for you – here are some great reasons to choose a scavenger […]

Last updated July 28, 2021 At Fun in Jerusalem, we’re lucky to work with some of the most talented and creative people in Jerusalem. Many of our vendors stepped up immediately as Corona restrictions tightened, and refocused their physical or onsite activities to virtual, remote and online platforms. Whether it’s an art kit or food […]

As an educator, we know you have a lot on your plate right now. From preparing lessons, ensuring your students are entertained, and providing material – whether it’s sending packets, Zoom lessons, class conference calls and more – we thank you from the bottom of our hearts! Keeping up with your students is important and […]

Hanukkah is just around the corner and Jerusalem is gearing up to celebrate this great holiday with local families and tourists. Don’t let the planning stress you out. We’ve done the work for you! Here are some fun family highlights, to give you a taster of what’s on offer. The Train Theater Puppet Festival We’re […]

Here in Israel, everyone knows that things only really start moving “Acharei HaChagim” (after the holidays). After a busy holiday season filled with special events and fun activities, one would expect things in the city to slow down in early Fall.  After all, everyone is taking a breath after the holidays and getting back into […]

Visit the Snow Show Festival at the Botanical Gardens in Jerusalem The annual tradition returns as the Botanical Gardens hosts another special family festival this summer. They have chosen the perfect theme – SNOW – a welcome distraction during our hot summer in Jerusalem. The Snow Show Festival brings the magic of snow, ice inspired […]

If you are learning here for the year in a seminary or yeshiva program or have a child who is, then you are probably trying to figure out how to keep them entertained the week before Pesach. No need to have a car…Jerusalem has lots of accessible workshops that you can book in advance for […]