The spirit of Aviv –Yafo will be celebrated in cross the Atlantic Ocean and arrive in New York City for 2 major open-air events: The “Salute to Israel” Parade, and the “Tel Aviv Beach” Extravaganza.

Sounds and Visions: Artists’ films and videos from Europe – the last decade. The Centennial Year’s first mega event is a special tribute of the European states to Tel Aviv – Yafo: an innovative exhibition of leading video art from across the European continent. A special initiative of the European Commission to the State of Israel, Sounds and Visions will expose the Israeli public to the most cutting-edge, ground breaking video art.

One of the most important events of the Centennial Year is a festive Shabbat prayer, scheduled to take place as part of the opening events on April 4^th  2009.