A seaside city. Seen by locals.Summer archive
Concerts, theatre and family events. Dates come from organisers’ programmes.
October 23, 08:00–17:00: windsurfing, foil and SUP races in memory of On Barzilai. Spectators are welcome; competitors must register. The event depends on wind and sea conditions, with final confirmation expected about three days beforehand.
Uri Shani introduces the instruments and how they work, followed by a workshop tour and mini-concert. October 24, 11:00–12:30. Admission is ₪80, or ₪60 when registering by October 21 at 23:00; drinks included. Advance registration required; cash payment on arrival.
On October 24, the host welcomes visitors for a home-cooked vegetarian and vegan Druze lunch with personal stories. The meal runs from 12:00 to 14:00. It costs ₪120 per person; children under six attend free. Advance booking is required.
On October 24, cook Akko dishes with Mimi Khatib, then share the meal and take home the recipes. The menu includes chicken maqluba with a vegetarian option, vegetable dishes and dessert. This adult workshop runs from 12:00 to 15:00, costs ₪300 and requires advance booking.
Boris Cohen’s exhibition opens on October 24 at Naomeh Gallery near Old Akko’s fishing port. The announcement gives the opening date but no exact opening time. Regular gallery hours are Thursday and Friday 10:00–15:00 and Saturday 11:00–16:00; check current hours with the organiser before visiting.
On October 24 from 12:00 to 17:00, Aviva Khouri hosts a home lunch of Galilean salads, pastries, kubbeh, mujaddara, stuffed vine leaves and mansaf. Children's craft stations are included. The price is ₪150 per person and advance booking is required; the organiser marks the venue as not accessible.
On October 24 from 10:00 to 15:30, Galiloka leads a route through local kitchens and small producers, with homemade cheese, traditional baking, family dishes and residents' stories. The price is ₪320 per person; children aged 6–12 pay half price. Advance booking is required.
October 27 dives are scheduled at Achziv Canyon at 08:00 and the Turkish Ship at 10:00. Both are listed as suitable for one-star certified divers. Register in advance and arrive at the club 30 minutes early; dives depend on sea conditions. No price is stated.
On October 27, Thomas Cafe opens 10:00–14:00 and the historic shoemaker’s workshop 11:00–13:00. Merkevot HaSade outings around the kibbutz require advance arrangement. Prices are not stated in the announcement.