Costume

Triple Purim: How Jerusalemites celebrate this year’s three-day extravaganza

This year, the festival is extended to three days in walled cities – adding the day before and the day after – giving rise to what is commonly known as Purim Meshulash, or “triple Purim.”

 Israelis are seen in costume for the holiday of Purim, in Jerusalem.
An illustrative image of a child at a window.

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 Israelis take part in the Jewish holiday of Purim parade (Adloyada), in Jerusalem, March 25, 2024

The happiness formula: How Esther transformed celebration forever

 Children dress up for Purim as orange Batman for Ariel Bibas.

Honoring Ariel Bibas, Jerusalem's children dress up as orange Batman for Purim


The sales and new items for the home

Purim is approaching, and it’s time to stock up on decorated cups for drinking games, as well as a variety of costumes and accessories.

 A set of two glasses with metal ice balls, NIS 159, available at Gentleman Network

Christian conservatives have appropriated Queen Esther as a symbol. Let’s take her back.

As Purim nears, conservatives are invoking Queen Esther to justify policies that critics say threaten democracy and civil rights in the US.

 An antique illustration of Esther's banquet from the Purim story from a book published in London in 1876.

'We're all Bibas this year': Store offers Batman costume for 10 shekels in honor of slain hostages

A Batman costume for kids and adults will be sold for only 10 shekels as a tribute to slain hostage, 4-year-old Ariel Bibas, who loved the superhero.

 The Bibas family donning their iconic Batman pajama sets.

‘This Purim, who will you be?’

Play therapist-photographer publishes a remarkable book on Purim costumes

All in the Family

Purim 2025: The famous chain with costumes starting at NIS 29.90

While everyone is raising prices, Max Stock surprises with low-cost costumes and especially affordable Purim gift baskets. Also: Leah Yanai, judge of Dancing with the Stars, leads the new campaign.

 Leah Yanai in the Max Stock campaign photoshoot

From retro comebacks to Netflix hits: The costumes taking over this year

Purim 2025 brings variety: From IDF soldier costumes and animated characters to classics and gaming-inspired outfits, all set to shine in the annual carnival.

 Yamam fighter costume, price: NIS 49.90, Max Stock

Purim at Max Stock: Meet the new and surprising face of the brand

From the judging panel of Dancing with the Stars to her first major campaign: Beloved judge Leah Yanai has been chosen to lead Max Stock’s Purim campaign.

 Leah Yanai during the shooting

Man arrested after disguising himself as rabbi to infiltrate Nashville Jewish community center

Travis Keith Garland, 31, reportedly arrived at the Gordon Jewish Community Center wearing an obviously apparent fake beard, fake peyot sidelocks, black clothing and a hat.

Travis Keith Garland.

'It's a way to cope': Jerusalem anime convention gathers amid threat of Iran attack

The event featured various craft and fashion vendors, manga and anime booths, a cosplay contest, lectures, and panels.

 SCENES FROM last week’s Animatsuri anime convention in Jerusalem.

HIT students bring joy to disabled children with 'dream costumes' project for Purim

"Mom, I want a wheelchair because I want to be cool like them!" – Children with disabilities at Beit Issie Shapiro embrace holiday spirit with customized costumes that incorporate mobility aids.

 A child with his wheelchair dressed as a bulldozer.

Rejoicing in the shadow of war: Keep children safe during Purim events

Celebrate Purim safely: Avoid costume hazards and fireworks dangers. Learn essential safety tips from IIOSH for a joyful and risk-free holiday!

 MEGILLAT ESTHER is read – with a becostumed queen in attendance– on Purim eve 2023, in Tel Aviv’s Great Synagogue.