Marathon

Jerusalem marathon 2026 to offer special benefits for IDF reservists

The 15th Jerusalem Marathon, scheduled for March 27, offers special discounts for IDF reservists and security forces.

|ByJERUSALEM POST SPORTS STAFF
MARATHON DAY in Jerusalem is always one of the most energetic and fun experiences of the year throughout the capital.
A record number of runners, 1,629, joined the For The Heroines run on Friday morning in support of women with breast cancer.

More than 1,500 runners join 'For The Heroines' run in support of women with breast cancer

All proceeds from the event will be transferred to the “Beit Shulamit” oncology system at Emek Medical Center, to fund complementary treatments and support for patients.

|ByJERUSALEM POST STAFF
An AgiBot humanoid robot waves its hand at a China Yongda Automobiles Services Holdings Ltd. car dealership, in Shanghai, China, April 8, 2025.

Humanoid robot breaks record with 100 km. journey, cracks joke at finish line

Only six months ago, the first robot vs. human marathon was held in Beijing, China, where the robots lost by over an hour and a half.

|ByESTHER DAVIS
Team Shalva runs NYC Marathon

Team Shalva heads to NYC Marathon, running in memory of fallen heroes

The Shalva running team, featuring 155 runners including wounded vets and October 7 survivors, completed the NYC Marathon, marking a global statement of spirit and hope.

|ByJERUSALEM POST STAFF

Jerusalem Winner Marathon is here: All road closures and transport changes - explainer

Traffic Corner: The city has announced the traffic arrangements in place for the marathon.

MARCH 7, 2024ByALEX WINSTON
Thousands of runners pound the pavement in Jerusalem’s annual marathon, with part of the race near the Old City walls, March 17, 2023.

In the Kitchen with Henny: Marathon must-haves

Here are some foods that are great for the days leading up to the Jerusalem Marathon, as well as after.

MARCH 1, 2024ByHENNY SHOR
Henny Shor presents food recipes for the Jerusalem Marathon.

We pray for them..and run for them!

Eighteen boys and girls from Bet Elazraki Children’s Home will run a half marathon in Daytona Beach, Florida, in honor of the quick release of Israeli hostages from Hamas captivity.

FEBRUARY 10, 2024ByJERUSALEM POST STAFF

Exercising goodness muscles in a marathon - opinion

May we all keep exercising our laughter and love and goodness muscles – when doing politics, too!

FEBRUARY 7, 2024ByGIL TROY
THE WRITER crosses the finish line at the Dead Sea Marathon.

Jerusalem Marathon to be run as scheduled in March

Registration is free for IDF soldiers, security forces, and rescue teams, including reservists who served or are serving in the “Iron Swords” war.

JANUARY 16, 2024ByJERUSALEM POST SPORTS STAFF
RUNNERS PARTICIPATE in previous editions of the Jerusalem Marathon, which will take place for the 13th time on March 8 in the Israeli capital.

Run for Amudim: Nine teams run for Amudim in upcoming Miami marathon

As with most marathons, some participants will be running as individuals and others as members of teams formed to benefit various charities and foundations.

OCTOBER 7, 2023ByJERUSALEM POST STAFF
THAT AMAZING feeling when the runners cross the finish line

Marathon runner locks himself in glass box and runs for 15 days for charity

Bulgarian marathon runner Karasa Georgiev began running in the glass box in Sofia to raise funds for people fighting addictions.

MAY 5, 2023ByWALLA!
LOOK AHEAD and you will get where you need to go

Scottish runner disqualified for using car in ultra-marathon

The athlete covered a mile in just one minute 40 seconds. The current world record for a mile run is three minutes 43 seconds.

APRIL 19, 2023ByREUTERS
Great City Games - Manchester 2011

Over 40,000 people take part in Jerusalem Winner Marathon

The 42.2 kilometer race will see runners dash along a number of important landmarks throughout Jerusalem.

MARCH 17, 2023ByJERUSALEM POST STAFF
Kiprotich Noah Kigen of Kenya is seen winning the Jerusalem Winner Marathon, on March 17, 2023.

The Jerusalem Marathon: The Israeli capital's reliable money-maker

Has the Jerusalem marathon, happening today with perceptibly less fanfare, bounced back from the effects of the pandemic?

MARCH 17, 2023ByPEGGY CIDOR
POUNDING THE pavement in last year’s Winner Jerusalem Marathon, March 2022.