Jerusalem marathon

A city back on its feet after a month of war: The 2026 Jerusalem Marathon experience

This spirit of persistence is perhaps why, even with exhausted legs, many are already thinking about next year.

Runners make their way uphill toward Jaffa Gate, passing beneath the Tower of David’s iconic walls.
Offering multiple tracks, the marathon showcases the city’s indomitable spirit.

Winner Jerusalem Marathon 2026: A marathon of resilience in Israel’s capital

Israeli Judoka and Olympic medalist Peter Paltchik.

Israeli Olympic medalist Peter Paltchik on failure, pain, comeback, ahead of Jerusalem Marathon

THOUSANDS OF runners will pack the starting line of the Jerusalem Marathon next week, signaling a powerful return to routine in the capital.

Back on track: Jerusalem Marathon returns as symbol of ‘normalcy’


Fastest woman in Israel is religious U.S.-born mother of five

Beatie Deutsch finishes 2018 Jerusalem Marathon in an impressive 3:09 – and in a skirt

Jerusalem Marathon, March 2018

Kenyans once again dominate Jerusalem Marathon

Around 4,000 runners from across the world took part in the day’s many races, with more than 35,000 people in all participating in the different events.

Jerusalem Marathon winner Shadrack Kipkogey (right) next to Jerusalem Mayor Nir Barkat (center) and legendary Ethiopian runner Haile Gebrselassie (left)

Israeli NGO breaks participation record at Jerusalem Marathon

1,500 runners from Israel and other countries participated in the race for team Shalva.

Israeli Olympian Ori Sasson runs with Team Shalva at the Jerusalem Marathon, March 2018

In pictures: Jerusalem Marathon kicks off with over 35000 runners

Check out this year's courageous runners!

Jerusalem Marathon, March 2018

Jerusalem runners on their marks for 8th marathon

One of those runners will be 44-year-old Haile Gebrselassie who is regarded as one of the greatest long-distance runners in history.

Athletes run outside Jerusalem's Old City during the seventh International Jerusalem Marathon March 17, 2017.

U.S. rabbis to run Jerusalem Marathon to raise funds for at-risk youth

The participating rabbis have thus far raised $78,000 for Kav L'Naor.

American rabbis with Kav L'Noar running the Jerusalem marathon

Triumph and tradition at the ancient-modern Bible Marathon

Shortly after the Jews entered the Land of Israel, they fought a battle against the Philistines and were defeated.

A participant completes the Bible Marathon in the Binyamin region of the West Bank

Modern race brings ancient Bible to life

The Bible Marathon recently came under scrutiny, when it had its membership revoked by the Association of International Marathons and Distance Races.

Richard Ginn at the Bible Marathon.

Disability inclusion: The ultramarathon of social justice goals

We are so thankful for the support of our incredible partners around the world, both those who have always run alongside us and those who have cheered us on from the side lines.

Disabled teen

Changing times- Jerusalem’s disabled marathon as metaphor

“These children are, in a way, facing marathons every day of their lives.”

Team Shalva, seen here at the marathon, was comprised of nearly 1,000 runners