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A WhatsApp community for hikers who never hit the trail without their dog: dog-friendly routes, field-tested tips and group hikes across Israel.
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Events for young adults, with a fresh calendar posted every month.
A closed group only for burger bloggers — anyone who's tried 50+ burger joints. To join, DM the Hamburgigi burger blog on Instagram.
Community pageA group for leaders, visionaries and anyone who wants to make a change.
Community pagePowerful women's leadership circle in Tel Aviv. For women only.
The largest Israeli Facebook group for board games.
Community pageA weekly board games meetup on campus.
A weekly board-games evening at a café.
For lovers of heavy 3–4 hour strategy games (euro-style) — strategy over luck.
For those with Hebrew in their soul — language teachers, editors, and academy-level grammar and syntax debates.
Hebrew-language discussions on English grammar, advanced vocabulary and learning the language.
Russian grammar, the six cases and the structure of the language — for learners and for patient native speakers happy to teach.
Language-exchange meetups at Abraham Hostel — practice a foreign language face to face.
A weekly language-exchange meetup.
A language-exchange meetup in Jerusalem.
Weekly language-exchange meetup in Be'er Sheva (Mondays).
An international language-exchange community.
Community pageA community for English-speaking olim in Tel Aviv.
'Home Away from Home in Tel Aviv' — a community for olim.
A social initiative by the Ramat Gan municipality connecting young Jewish adults (ages 20–40) from all over the world to the city and to Israel: olim, native-born Israelis, and Israel Experience participants — through social networking and community programming.
A nationwide network of communities for olim.
Community pageTel Aviv's young-adults center — the strongest group of them all.
A young-adults center in Tel Aviv.
A young-adults center in Tel Aviv (credit: Keren Atar).
Workshops, courses and cultural events in the neighborhood (credit: Keren Atar).
Ramat Gan's young-adults center.
Herzliya's young-adults center — from the phrase 'ein zo agada' ('this is no legend'). One of the best in Israel.
The young-adults hub of Kfar Saba.
Ra'anana's young-adults center.
Petah Tikva's young-adults center.
Yavne's young-adults center.
Rosh HaAyin's young-adults center — a learning-space group and an events group.
In partnership with the municipality.
A social group in Rehovot.
An activists' community.
Community pageAn activists' community.
Community pageStand-up events and a comedy-loving crowd.
Community pageA home for stand-up creators and for lovers of the genre.
Community pageAn accessible, eye-level introduction to Judaism.
Community pageEvents for olim and for anyone curious about Judaism.
Community pageA spiritual gathering place for the Jewish people — Hasidic classes and workshops.
Community pageJewish cultural events.
An international student organization connecting young Israelis with world Jewry at Tel Aviv University.
JTLV's Shabbat community: prayer at 11:00, followed by a generous kiddush that is really a social gathering — around 70 people on a regular week, mostly single men and women from all over the world, and a crowd that makes it easy to join a conversation even if you come alone.
Shabbat community on Frishman.
Eli and Sara's community on the coastline.
Shabbat 11:30 — a French-American-English crowd, many families, a top-notch kiddush.
Friday night and Shabbat morning — a small, warm, joyful place with singing.
Occasional events; a Shabbat picnic at 14:00 in Gan Meir.
Shabbat stays for traditional folks in Jerusalem.
Shabbat and holiday stays, plus an English-language international program.
Jams, bonfires, gatherings and events — an open community with a Pardes Hanna spirit.
Community pageSinging circles and gatherings.
Community pageA map of Tel Aviv WhatsApp groups by neighborhood.
Everything happening in the city, before anyone else.
A regional arts and culture center run by the Tel Aviv-Yafo municipality.
A young Tel Aviv community — gatherings, talks and great people.
The Tel Aviv-Yafo young adults unit.
A free co-working space run by the Tel Aviv municipality for tech entrepreneurs.
'Come meet people who are actually interesting to talk to.'
Everything happening at the Center before anyone else, plus exclusive perks.
A cultural and intellectual hub on Givat Herzl — talks, films, workshops (phone-free gatherings).
Social events, sports, live shows and networking.
Israel's home of karaoke, all week long: an open queue for any genre — heavy metal to Disney songs — newcomers get priority in line, and the room welcomes people who show up alone. Worth booking a table ahead, especially on Thursdays.
A vocal-and-educational singing initiative.
Community pageFour hours of Broadway and Disney.
Community pageA soloists' community — you're the stars of the evening (₪80 cover including drinks).
Community pageDating and connection events.
Community pageA WhatsApp events bot — a bot that finds you events and you can chat with. Save the number 050-424-4206 and send it a message.
Community pageA neighborhood café at 43 Yona HaNavi St., Tel Aviv, that became a hub for language exchange meetups and social gatherings — cozy vibe, outdoor couches, open late (4.5 on Google with 650+ reviews).
Guided food tours through Tel Aviv's markets and neighborhoods with Yan — tastings, stories about the places and people, and a different route every time.
A WhatsApp group for hi-tech events and updates — meetups, talks and networking for the tech community.
Community pageAn active Facebook group for new olim in Tel Aviv-Yafo — questions, advice, events and meeting fellow newcomers in the city.
Bi-weekly language-exchange meetup in Ramat Gan (Tuesdays) — same community, different branch.
The official municipal LGBTQ+ center of Tel Aviv-Yafo — events, support groups, cultural programs and workshops for all ages.
One of Tel Aviv's iconic queer parties and nightlife spots — dance nights, drag and music with a colorful, mixed crowd.
A bar-club in the heart of Tel Aviv that became a classic meeting point for the LGBTQ+ community — warm vibe, a regular crowd and ongoing events.
Israel's biggest dating platform for vegans, vegetarians and conscious-lifestyle folks — a community, events and connections that start from shared values.
Community pageThe Israeli vegan community — recipes, restaurant tips, new products and events for community members across the country.
Community pageRegular chess meetups on the Tel Aviv University campus — open to students and to any player who loves the game, beginner or advanced.
Israel's largest padel community: regional WhatsApp groups for finding players and partners, organized leagues and tournaments all year round.
Community pageA nationwide, supportive WhatsApp community of mothers and lactation consultants: dedicated groups for breastfeeding, pregnancy, birth and young parenthood.
Community pageIsrael's largest social network for ages 60 and up: fitness classes, Zoom lectures, trips, meetups and connections — proof that life is just getting started.
Community pageIsrael's largest environmental volunteer organization: an activist grassroots movement for environmental justice, with activist groups across the country.
Community pageA veteran nonprofit (45+ years) of English speakers in Israel: branches nationwide, social and cultural activities, classes and community volunteering.
Community pageThe official organization of Israel's anime, manga and Japanese-culture community since 2007 — conventions, events and year-round community activity.
Community pageThe largest and most central Facebook group of Israel's anime and manga community, active since 2014 — recommendations, discussions and connections.
Community pageTel Aviv's largest bridge club: games, tournaments and courses for every level — from your first steps to competitive tables.
Israel's central Dungeons & Dragons community: discussions, player-finding threads and campaign matchmaking across the country.
Community pageIsrael's national community-gardens network: connecting garden leaders and volunteers, supporting new initiatives, with annual gatherings.
Community pageWhatsApp groups for pregnancy and postpartum, organized by stage — with professional guidance from a midwife, doula and lactation consultant.
Community pageEasy Saturday-morning runs and networking: founders, investors and tech people running and talking shop — the Tel Aviv chapter of a global network.
One of Israel's largest entrepreneurship communities on Facebook: founders, startups and investors sharing insights and real talk on business and tech.
Community pageA community of young professionals from East and West Jerusalem: networking meetups, industry talks and connections that cross the city.
The central Facebook group for finding and posting volunteer opportunities across Israel, with organized threads by region.
Community pageIsrael's largest volunteering database: a search engine that matches you with opportunities by cause and location.
Community pageA social initiative teaching spoken Arabic for free: online courses and community practice meetups, with tens of thousands of learners.
Community pageA WhatsApp group for shared hikes among 25-40 year olds: trails all over Israel and new company for the road.
Community pageA WhatsApp community for travelers who keep kosher and tradition: recommendations, tips and trip planning in Israel and abroad.
Community pageA large Facebook community for hikers and camping lovers: shared trails, overnight campsites and field-tested recommendations.
Community pageThe official association of Israel's climbing and bouldering community: courses, competitions and a nationwide climbing-wall directory.
Community pageA WhatsApp community for recommendations on retreats, meditation workshops, breathwork and wellness experiences in Israel.
Community pageAmateur women's soccer in Tel Aviv: weekly coached sessions for beginners and experienced players alike.
Tel Aviv's open-mic and jam community: weekly meetups in Florentin for musicians, singers and performers.
A Facebook group connecting musicians and music lovers who meet to play and improvise around the city — all instruments, all styles.
Netanya's municipal young-adults center for ages 18-40: lectures, workshops, personal guidance and an entrepreneurship space — active since 2013.
Hadera's home for young adults ages 18-35: academic and career guidance, events and social entrepreneurship.
The young-adults center of Modiin-Maccabim-Reut for ages 18-40: events, workshops, shows and lectures with an active monthly calendar.
Ashdod's municipal young-adults center for ages 18-35: employment, education, entrepreneurship and a cultural scene for the city's young people.
The young-adults center of the Hof HaCarmel regional council: WhatsApp communities for young adults, young parents and local initiatives.
Afula's municipal young adults center for ages 18-40, running since 2008: community, education, employment and workshops for the Jezreel Valley's young crowd.
Beer Sheva's municipal young adults center for ages 18-40, with active WhatsApp groups for jobs, leisure, scholarships and city events.
Jerusalem's municipal body for young adults: studies, career, community, culture and housing — everything you need to build a life in the city.
Israel's largest tech community for women, running since 2013: weekly branch meetups nationwide, hands-on coding and a mission to get more women into software.
Community pageA leading community advancing women in Israeli tech: mentoring programs, professional events, a job board and an active Facebook group.
Community pageTel Aviv-Yafo's city running team: structured training toward 5K and 10K races, open to total beginners and seasoned runners alike.
A veteran running club founded by runners, for runners: regular group training for all ages and levels, with a genuine community feel.
Israel's active surf community since 2012: around 3,500 surfers, regional WhatsApp groups and real-time wave reports.
Community pageThe community of the PHOTO IS:RAEL organization: photography meetups, open calls, an active WhatsApp group and an annual international photo festival.
Community pageOrganizers of Israel's biggest acro conventions: Sukkot gatherings, family conventions and community meetups in nature — the address of the Israeli acro scene.
Community pageIsrael's acrobalance and acroyoga community: open practice meetups in parks and on beaches across the country.
Community pageTel Aviv's swing and lindy hop school and community since 2010: weekly classes, dance parties and a vintage soul.
The central portal of Israeli folk dance: find harkadot and classes nationwide, tune into folk dance radio, and plug into the scene.
Community pageThe Facebook group of Israel's bachata community: party updates, workshops and new music — everything moving in the scene, every weekend.
Community pageThe Facebook group of Israel's salsa dancers: party updates, workshops and dance meetups across the country.
Community pageA motorcycle riders' club with active WhatsApp and Telegram groups: shared rides, running updates and connections between riders nationwide.
Community pageA volunteer-run national riders' club: organized motorcycle trips at no cost and an active Telegram channel with all the updates.
Community pageA Facebook community for Israeli cyclists and bike tourers: route sharing, gear advice and shared rides out on the trails.
Community pageThe Facebook group of Tel Aviv's cyclists: shared rides, city cycling tips and connections between riders around town.
A Haifa Meetup group bringing together residents from different backgrounds and cultures for social gatherings in English — locals and internationals alike.
A community for young English-speaking professionals in Jerusalem, run by OU Israel since 2016: classes, Shabbat meals and social events.
An Israeli anime community on Discord with over 1,600 members: Hebrew anime translations, discussions and round-the-clock community activity.
Community pageIsrael's Facebook community for wine lovers: winery and shop recommendations, food pairings and honest talk about the next bottle.
Community pageOngoing Dungeons & Dragons groups in Tel Aviv for young adults and adults, including beginner-friendly tables — a seat, a DM and an adventure waiting.
An Israeli gaming community with an active Discord server and Instagram updates — a place to talk games and find people to play with.
Community pageAn Israeli gaming community running since 2021, focused on MMO games: an active Discord server, shared play sessions and community events.
Community pageA home for Dungeons & Dragons and tabletop RPG fans: guided game sessions and community events — including for those who always wanted to try.
Community pageIsrael's veteran roleplaying community: living forums, a meetup board and a long-standing home for D&D, RPG and board-game fans.
Community pageIsrael's community of fishing enthusiasts: techniques, baits and angler-to-angler advice — a large Facebook group plus an active WhatsApp group.
Community pageA WhatsApp community of 600+ Israeli anglers: fresh fishing reports, gear advice and partners for your next trip out.
Community pageA community for religious young adults aged 23-35 in Jerusalem: meetups, shared Shabbatot and events — a place to truly belong.
Yavne's mothers community on WhatsApp and Facebook: introductions, advice and mutual support — local moms helping each other.
WhatsApp groups for expecting mothers by due month: hundreds of women in each group going through the exact same weeks — together.
Community pageWhatsApp and Telegram groups for tech job seekers — juniors and experienced alike: focused content, support and people on the exact same journey.
Community pageLearn spoken Arabic from the people themselves: language-exchange meetups with young Arabic speakers, real conversations and cultural connection.
Community pageIsrael's English-speaking hiking community: an active Facebook group plus a new WhatsApp group for young nature lovers.
Community pageA network of hiking WhatsApp groups by style: serious trekkers, easy walkers, hikers under 40 and the Israel Trail — everyone at their own pace.
Community pageOver 170 WhatsApp groups for Israeli travelers in the East, organized by destination and topic — one of the biggest Israeli backpacker networks.
Community pageA community bouldering club in Haifa: climbing, events and community meetups — a wall with people behind it.
The Facebook group of Israel's yoga practitioners and teachers: sharing practices, workshops and events from across the country.
Community pageWhatsApp groups for yoga, meditation and retreat lovers by region and interest: events, workshops and people on the same frequency.
Community pageAmateur basketball groups and classes for women and men at all levels, at several central-Israel locations — back on the court, serious and fun.
Community pageThe largest basketball group on the Israeli web: discussions, games and a living community of fans and players who breathe the game.
Community pageThe Facebook group for finding amateur football games around Tel Aviv: regular weekly games and players looking for exactly you.
A WhatsApp community for hikers who never hit the trail without their dog: dog-friendly routes, field-tested tips and group hikes across Israel.
Community pageIsrael's first LGBTQ football club, on the pitch since 2012: regular games and practices in an open, welcoming atmosphere.
A nonprofit accompanying new olim through every stage of absorption — help with bureaucracy and citizenship, guidance through the healthcare system, and Hebrew conversation clubs with volunteers, judgment-free and for every age.
A standing networking community for English-speaking young adults ages 21–35 — new olim, diaspora Jews and Israelis — run by the Shurat HaDin (Israel Law Center) NGO. Events pair guest speakers (including former Mossad and Shabak officers) on security, diplomacy and law with social evenings like pizza and beer, sushi and wine, and private movie screenings.
The events board updates weekly — take a peek at what's on.

I'm Itay. I moved to Tel Aviv barely knowing anyone and simply started walking into rooms where people meet. Dozens of communities later, everything I found lives here. There's a whole story behind this site.
My storyStories, tips and field notes: everything that helps you find your next community.
I met the actor from "Fauda," ate like royalty, and got a private screening — but what actually stuck with me from the community's second meetup was the people. A recap and photos from the night.
Read the full postI showed up in my finest clothes, an elegant kippah, and no shortage of nerves. Within an hour I was reciting Kiddush from memory in front of a room full of new immigrants — seated, of course, on the Russian-speaking side of the table.
Read the full postI volunteered to teach Hebrew at "Yad LaOlim," alongside new immigrants — most from the former Soviet Union — who just want a place with zero judgment. I've already been back twice, and I'm already planning a third.
Read the full postNot just communities: the apps that help you connect: to events, to new people, and sometimes to love.
An app for discovering events and RSVPing — find nearby events, sign up in one tap, and host your own. Very popular in Tel Aviv's meetup and events scene.
A dating app that's also great for connecting Israelis with new olim — a wonderful way to meet new people in the city, beyond your usual circles.
Where real networking happens: events and meetups from tech companies and communities — meet people from the industry, open doors, and sometimes even land your next role.
A venture fund and community running high-signal tech events, talks and founder meetups — one of the most active players in Israel's startup scene.
A founders community and networking hub — a space that connects entrepreneurs, investors and product people over honest conversations.
A boutique law firm working closely with the tech and startup world — regularly hosting meetups and events for the community.