Runner Info

Haifa Marathon 2026 Runner Information

Race kit, parking and transport, bag storage, age categories and the weather forecast.

Race kit

Race number, timing chip and further surprises. Kit collection takes place on the kit collection days before the race. The finisher medal is presented at the finish line after completing the race. An official event shirt is available for purchase for an additional fee during registration. Kit collection days & hours →

Bag storage

A bag storage point operates from the start area to the finish. The cost is ₪15 when added in advance on the registration form, or ₪20 paid on site on race day.

Parking & transport

Car parks near the start area and enhanced public transport. We recommend arriving early - traffic changes are expected in the area.

Parking map
  1. 1Camel car park
  2. 2Student Beach car park
  3. 3Congress Center car park
  4. 4Car park 3P, Sammy Ofer Stadium
  5. 5Car park 5P, Sammy Ofer Stadium
Haifa Marathon parking map, the 5 car parks are marked with numbers Enlarge the map
Water & aid stations

Water stations are spread along the course, and some are energy stations with Powerade isotonic drink, pretzels, halva, dates, oranges and bananas (some also with gels). Every station has bottled water, and some also have toilets. Energy and food await you at the finish. First-aid stations and medical evacuation are also in place along the entire course. Full station details appear on the course page, below the map.

Medical certificate & declaration

A medical certificate is not required, but the participant declaration on the registration form is mandatory. The minimum age varies between races. Read the full terms →

Weather & clothing

November in Haifa is pleasant for running. We recommend light clothing, a hat and sunscreen. The current weather forecast for Haifa appears below.

Age categories
Full Marathon 42.195 km
18-2930-3940-4950-5960-6970+
Half Marathon 21.1 km
Under 1920-2930-3940-4950-5960-6970+
10K Race 10 km
Under 1920-2930-3940-4950-5960-6970+
5K Race 5 km
Under 1920-2930-3940-4950-5960-6970+

Overall winners are determined by gun time; age categories are determined by chip time.

Pacers

21 pacers will run the marathon, the half marathon and the 10K, each at a fixed target time. Join the pacer who matches your goal and run with them all the way to the finish line.

Full Marathon 42.195 km
3:00
Niv YehezkeliA farmer working the land in Balfouria, Jezreel Valley. A farmer at heart and a marathon runner.
3:15
Dan KoniMy experience, our pace, your success.
3:25
Roy BironAn experienced marathoner with 3 World Marathon Majors behind him, happy to help others hit their goal.
3:30
Adi ShaiA runner and running-group coach for 15 years. Believes that alone you go fast, but together we go far.
3:45
Nir MorAn experienced long-distance runner, always happy to run and enjoy it with others.
4:00
Lev TalitskyAn ultramarathoner and a calm runner with a big smile, burning to reach the finish line at exactly the right second!
4:15
Shai ZohariHas been running for 13 years - while dancing.
4:30
Nava ShermanA veteran marathoner. Come and run together, with fun and a smile.
4:45
Stas Khalpsky
5:00
Oren KenLoves long runs at a fun pace with a smile on his face, and loves helping people finish a marathon smiling.
Half Marathon 21.1 km
1:30
Amit GrossAn engineer, a graduate of the Technion in Haifa and a talented marathoner.
1:45
Amit BortnikovA Haifa local who has trained in running and triathlon for 10 years. A recently discharged combat officer, about to start his studies.
2:00
Dana Gross GerberAn engineer, a graduate of the Technion in Haifa, and a marathoner at heart - and at sunrise.
2:15
Tali SivanA three-time marathoner and head of marketing at the Technion.
2:30
Dafna HarelA physiotherapist who runs ultras and marathons at a relaxed pace, for the fun of it.
10K Race 10 km
40 min
Erez ShemeshA graduate of the Technion's Faculty of Electrical and Computer Engineering. Runs ultras and more.
45 min
Yuval Weiss YitzhakiA first-year student at the Technion and a member of the Technion running team.
50 min
Yuval Zaltsberg AvisharAlready 50 and running for over a decade. Loves challenges, people and suffering a little along the way.
55 min
Joe KarpAn engineer from Haifa, a marathoner with soul and a precise pacer. No pressure, just a smile and the right pace - all the way to a winning finish!
60 min
Dan SavionA lawyer and marathoner who has been running for 15 years. Believes in perseverance, good friends and enjoying the journey.
70 min
Maya GurAn educator, marathoner and ultrarunner. Determination and creativity.

Prize money for winners

Full Marathon42.195 km
1 6,000 ₪ Male / Female
2 4,000 ₪ Male / Female
3 2,000 ₪ Male / Female
Half Marathon21.1 km
1 3,000 ₪ Male / Female
2 2,000 ₪ Male / Female
3 1,000 ₪ Male / Female
10K Race10 km
1 1,500 ₪ Male / Female
2 1,000 ₪ Male / Female
3 500 ₪ Male / Female

* Prizes are awarded on race day at the closing ceremony to the top three finishers in each race (men and women separately), by gun time and in accordance with IAAF rules. The trophies for the marathon winners will be presented at the Trophy Evening on 8.12.2026 at Sammy Ofer Stadium, Haifa.

Weather in Haifa

Forecast source: Windy.com

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