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Joanna Shebson

Joanna Shebson is a mother of three living in Jerusalem with her husband and kids. She made aliyah in 2007 from Los Angeles with an MBA and a love for children's marketing. Starting out as a mommy blogger, Joanna created Fun In Jerusalem (www.funinjerusalem.com) and has grown it into a successful tourism business. She is dedicated to sharing the most up-to-date information about activities, attractions, events and FUN for families in the Jerusalem area. Joanna writes the "Behind the Fun In Jerusalem"column in the In Jerusalem section of the Jerusalem Post. She has appeared on the tv show "House Hunters Jerusalem" and is always looking for new ways to spread her love for Jerusalem.
Paintball at Summer Military Boot Camp.

Organized summer fun in Jerusalem: A guide to choosing the best summer camp for your kids

Whether you are a tourist or a local, there are a few things to keep in mind when choosing the right day or sleepaway camp to make sure your kids have the best summer ever!

MAY 31, 2025
Children are seen spelunking in the Biyar Aqueduct.

Let my people go have fun! 48 things to do for Passover in and near Jerusalem

48 ways to celebrate Passover – Fun In Jerusalem provides the guide

APRIL 6, 2025
A sufganiya (jelly doughnut) tour of Mahaneh Yehuda in Jerusalem for Hanukkah (Illustrative).

Hanukkah fun in Jerusalem: Activities for everyone for the Jewish festival of lights

A sneak peek at some of the fabulous family activities happening in Jerusalem this Hanukkah.

DECEMBER 23, 2024

Sukkot fun in Jerusalem: Family activities for the holiday

We all need a break: A sneak peek at some of the fabulous family activities happening in Jerusalem this Sukkot.

OCTOBER 13, 2024
The world's largest sukkah is seen in Jerusalem's Safra Square, home of the Jerusalem Municipality, for the Sukkot holiday.

Passover 2024: Fun activities to do in Jerusalem

it’s up to you to choose which activities your family will enjoy. Whatever you do, you’ll be sure to have fun in and around Jerusalem this Passover!

APRIL 19, 2024
Explore the ancient history at Israel's Genesis Land.

Sukkot: Fun holiday activities in Jerusalem you can't afford to miss

Sukkot the perfect time to go with the family to a museum, take a holiday-themed workshop, go to a music concert, or to any of the special events in and around Jerusalem.

SEPTEMBER 22, 2023
HIDDEN VALLEY jeep tours of the Judean Mountains.

Passover in Jerusalem: Holiday activities for the whole family

Now it’s up to you to choose which activities your family will enjoy. Whatever you do, you’ll be sure to have fun in Jerusalem this Passover!

APRIL 1, 2023
KOL HAMARBEH Street Festival.

Hanukkah, Christmas in Jerusalem: Fun family activities for the holidays

This year, Hanukkah and Christmas overlap, so we are looking forward to welcoming visitors of all faiths to celebrate the two holidays.

DECEMBER 17, 2022
HANUKKAH AT the Tower of David.

Sukkot: Fabulous family activities happening this holiday

It’s up to you to choose which activities your family will enjoy. Whatever you do, you’ll be sure to have fun in Jerusalem this Sukkot! 

OCTOBER 8, 2022
EIN YAEL Sukkot festival

Here are Jerusalem's biblical zoo upcoming plans

Corona times have proven challenging for most of Jerusalem’s attractions, but for the zoo's team, it has provided them with amazing opportunities for growth and renewal.

DECEMBER 22, 2021
JERUSALEM PACHYDERMS: Tamar (L) and Susan.

'Virtual' scavenger hunt brings families together in isolation

Israel ScaVentures' two online Quarantine Quest games had more than 1,000 participants in 200 teams.

APRIL 23, 2020
MISSION: TAKE a photogrid picture of your entire team in colors of the desert. Each team member should hold up his/her ‘child of the desert’ name

Sukkot family activity roundup

Here are a few highlights from events happening in and around Jerusalem during Sukkot.

OCTOBER 10, 2019
THE BAND’S Visit, Tower of David.

Passover activities in Jerusalem: Enjoy yourselves with this guide

Quit loafing around - Get out there and enjoy yourself this Passover with this definitive guide to holiday activities.

APRIL 18, 2019
FOOD! MUSIC! Ice skating! It’s spring but you can still take part in the iceskating festival.