Tel Aviv Marathon
The Lowdown
The Tel Aviv Marathon is Israel's largest annual road race, founded in 1981 and relaunched in 2009 after a hiatus. Held every February, the race draws roughly 40,000–50,000 participants across multiple distances and winds through the seafront promenade and main boulevards of Tel Aviv, including sections through a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The course is largely flat and fast — men's and women's course records stand at 2:10:11 and 2:35:20 respectively. Current title sponsor is Bank Leumi (previously Samsung). The event is organised by Kapayim Active under the auspices of the Israeli Athletics Federation and World Athletics, with partners including Adidas, Abbott, the Ministry of Culture and Sport, and the Sourasky Medical Center. A full marathon, half marathon, 10 km, 5 km, handcycle race, and children's mini marathon are on offer, making it an accessible flagship event for runners of all levels.
Race Day
Weather Forecast
Elevation
Terrain Profile
Relatively flat course
Participants
Field Size
World-class event
Crowd Rating
Spectator Support
Excellent spectator turnout
Tel Aviv seafront promenade (Gordon Beach area)
White City — UNESCO World Heritage Site (Bauhaus architecture district)
HaYarkon Park (Rabin Park) — children's event venue
Rothschild Boulevard
Other distances available during the event weekend:
Tel Aviv, Israel
IL
Average rate for 3-star accommodations near the start line
Eligibility
- Minimum age 18 for the full marathon on race day
- Children's mini marathon open to younger participants
Required Documents
- Photo ID
Entry Methods
- Online registration via tlvmarathon.co.il
Cancellation & Refund Policy
Review official cancellation and transfer policy on tlvmarathon.co.il before registering
Title sponsor: Bank Leumi (current); previously sponsored by Samsung.
Organised by Kapayim Active under Israeli Athletics Federation and World Athletics.
Race includes professional timing, runner kit, emergency medical services, and security.
Official marathon shirt costs an additional 40 ILS; children's event shirt 20 ILS.
Course is AIMS-certified and largely flat, suitable for personal bests.
Founded 1981; revived 2009 after a 14-year hiatus; not held in 2013, 2021, and 2024.
Approximately 40,000–50,000 participants across all distances; 100,000+ spectators.
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