Useful Information
Welcome to Funga Fest 2025 – Israel’s first national celebration of fungi! Whether you’re attending for one day or the full event, here’s what you need to know to make the most of your experience.

🗓 Dates & Location
December 7–12, 2025
Ben-Gurion University of the Negev, Beer-Sheva
Main events will be held in The W.A. Minkoff Senate Hall, Building 71A.

🧭 Getting There
By Train:
The nearest station is Beer-Sheva North/University – just a 5-minute walk to the venue.

By Car:
Please note there is no parking inside the university. Paid public parking is available nearby.

By Foot/Bike:
The campus is easily accessible by foot or bicycle from surrounding neighborhoods.

🛏 Accommodation
We recommend the U-Tel Guesthouse, located within the BGU Student Village.

Private rooms, AC, kitchenette access

Walking distance from the conference
📧 For booking: housing@bgu.ac.il
🔗 More info

Other nearby options include:

Leonardo Hotel

Eshel Mansion

HaBaitBe Matityahu

📅 Program
The full program will be available closer to the event. Stay tuned!
Each day of the fest will focus on a unique theme, from science and medical mycology to foraging, fermentation, and fungal culture.

🎟 Registration
You can register for individual days or for the full six-day experience.
Discounted rates are available for students and groups.

[Visit the Registration Page →]

📢 Call for Abstracts
Oral and poster presentations are welcome!
Deadline: October 31, 2025
Submit yours [here].

📚 Abstract Book
The official Funga Fest Abstract Book will be available after the event. It will include all accepted presentations across scientific, cultural, and creative topics.

📸 Photos
Event photos will be uploaded after the conference.
Don’t forget to share your own using the hashtag #FungaFest2025!

📲 Stay in the Loop

You can subscribe to our mailing list using the subscription form located on our homepage.

Contact us:  funga.festweek@gmail.com