Event Dates
From: Monday, Feb 22nd, 2021
To: Friday, Feb 26th, 2021
Purim is one of the biggest celebrations in Israel and Tel Aviv is the epicenter of the party during this two day event that spans into a long weekend of parties and festivals. Purim has become something of a mashup between Halloween and Mardi Gras, especially for those who aren’t very religious.
The Purim celebration finds its religious roots in the story of how a plot against the Jewish people was foiled. This led to a holiday for feasting – marked by traditions such as exchanging gifts of food and drink, donating to charity, and sharing celebratory meals. Like so many cherished holidays, Purim has taken on a life of its own, and it’s celebrated by the whole nation of Israel – from religious Jews in Jerusalem to secular Tel Avivans.
Purim parties take place across Israel, filling almost every city with its street parties and their carnival atmospheres. More secular pastimes of the holiday include drinking, donning masks and costumes and engaging in general public revelry. So visitors can get all the joys of visiting Israel (great weather, gorgeous landscapes, stunning beaches, modern cities, history everywhere) plus a fabulous nationwide costume party.
The largest of all these public celebrations is in Kikar Hamedina in Tel Aviv. It’s a day-long rave attended by young and old, families and singles, gay and straight people. And it’s a happening all over the city.
Celebrations are memorable both in Tel Aviv’s popular gay bars (like Shpagat) and at circuit events thrown by organizers like the POP Ring, who transform everyday warehouses into LGBTQ wonderlands. Save some energy for AFTER-Purim: very popular with gay party people, it usually starts around 6am on Saturday of Purim week.
Here are the hotels we recommend that have good reviews and keep you close to all the action
Carlton Hotel, Royal Beach Hotel, Brown Beach Hotel, Hilton Hotel.
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We have only put the real gay bars into the map as the gay one nighters in the straight bars and clubs change so often, it is better for you to pick up a local gay guide from one of the bars we have listed. We have chosen Hotels close to the gay bars that have high reviews on booking.com our hotel partner.
A beautiful new apartment in the heart of the city. The perfect location! Fully equipped kitchen & bathroom. Amazing balcony with outdoor furniture. the apartment is walking distance from the beach, Sheinkin street, and the Carmel Market.
Well designed, Beautiful brand new 2 bedrooms apartment close to colorful Carmel Market and Rothshild Boulvard. Perfect central location, walking distance to anywhere in the city. With an amazing sunny terrace with sea view. Nice secured clean building
This splendid apartment decorated in a Telavivian style in a new building is located in one of the most trendy areas of Tel Aviv 2 minutes from the famous farmer market Shouk Hakarmel, 2 minutes from Allenby and less than 8 minutes from the beach.
Designed and inspired by the flows of the Carmel Market and the nearby Sea, The huge windows and terrace observe right above the authentic rooftops, the charming alleys and right into sunsets over a relaxed sea. The balcony has amazing views
Purim in Tel Aviv
Gay life permeates every part of Tel Aviv and venues are scattered across the city, however the gay beach is the main focus of gay life during the day, at Hilton Head. We have picked hotels that are a short taxi ride from most of the popular venues such as Evita.
This property is 4 minutes walk from the beach. Set directly on Tel Aviv’s Marina, Hotel Carlton features a rooftop terrace with pool and views of the sea. Rooms have a private balcony, overlooking the sea or the city
This property is 2 minutes walk from the beach. Royal Beach Hotel is a modern and luxurious hotel offering an outdoor pool, an à-la-carte restaurant and bar, a Spa and Wellness Area, an Executive Lounge and a fitness centre.
This property is 3 minutes walk from the beach. Offering a spa & hot tub, Brown Beach House by Brown Hotels is located in Tel Aviv, 100 m from the seafront. It has a Kosher café-restaurant, free WiFi & air-conditioned rooms & suites.
This property is 2 minutes walk from the beach. Set within the Independence Park and providing direct access to Hilton Beach and Tel Aviv promenade, the Hilton Tel Aviv features a large outdoor salt water pool.