Pardes Hana Jazz Festival

The Pardes Hanna-Karkur Jazz Festival is a new annual cultural initiative, taking place for the first time in April 2026 in Pardes Hanna-Karkur, Israel's tourism capital in the Northern Sharon region.

The festival presents three days of authentic Israeli jazz, ranging from classic and bebop to contemporary East–West fusion. The program features original music, virtuosic improvisation, late-night jam sessions, educational masterclasses, children’s performances, and a dedicated stage for selected youth ensembles.

The festival was founded by Adi Stern and Alon Stern, with Alon Stern serving as Artistic Director. It operates under the non-profit association The Jazz Way (Derech HaJazz), which works year-round to cultivate live music, education, and community engagement. The festival is a natural extension of this ongoing activity.

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The Pardes Hanna-Karkur Jazz Festival is a new annual cultural initiative, taking place for the first time in April 2026 in Pardes Hanna-Karkur, Israel's tourism capital in the Northern Sharon region.

The festival presents three days of authentic Israeli jazz, ranging from classic and bebop to contemporary East–West fusion. The program features original music, virtuosic improvisation, late-night jam sessions, educational masterclasses, children’s performances, and a dedicated stage for selected youth ensembles.

The festival was founded by Adi Stern and Alon Stern, with Alon Stern serving as Artistic Director. It operates under the non-profit association The Jazz Way (Derech HaJazz), which works year-round to cultivate live music, education, and community engagement. The festival is a natural extension of this ongoing activity.

Produced by a cooperative of artists and ensembles, the festival is built on a collaborative, transparent, and fair model. Each ensemble preserves its unique artistic identity while contributing to a unified cultural experience.

The festival is held in partnership with the Pardes Hanna-Karkur Municipal Council, reflecting a broader vision that views culture as a strategic tool to strengthen community life and regional tourism.

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