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Eilat Desert Marathon
Eilat, Israel
November 27, 2026Date confirmed
42.2 km21.1 km10 km5 km
City RunSeaside & Coast+1
ILCountry Running Calendar
Running Calendar Israel: Marathons, Trails & Endurance Events
8 verified events (4 confirmed dates) and 31 races in Israel with course maps and elevation profiles.
Events84 confirmed dates
Competitions31Races & courses
Distances5 - 226 kmCourse distance range
Max. Elevation Gain+3,500 m D+Course elevation profile
Regions, Cities & Sub-Destinations
Selected Events
Featured Events & Highlights
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Dead Sea Marathon
Ein Bokek, Israel
February 5, 2027Date confirmed
50 km42.2 km21.1 km15 km+2
DesertCulture & History+2
Photo: Alpsdake · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad RunningWorld Marathon Majors Qualifier
Tel Aviv Marathon
Tel Aviv, Israel
February 26, 2027Date confirmed
42 km21 km10 km5 km
City RunSeaside & Coast+1
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Jerusalem Marathon
Jérusalem, Israel
March 19, 2027Date confirmed
42 km21 km10 km5 km
City RunCulture & History+2
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Ultra Marathon Sovev Emek
Ein HaShofet, Israel
Date to be announcedDate TBA
166 km100 km66 km42 km+3
Nature & Off-RoadMountain+4
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Palestine Marathon
Bethlehem in Galiläa, Israel
Date to be announcedDate TBA
42.2 km21.1 km10 km5 km
City RunNature & Off-Road
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Ironman 70.3 Tiberias, Sea of Galilee
Tiberias, Israel
Date to be announcedDate TBA
113 km
City RunLakes & Ponds+2
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Ironman Middle East Championship - Israel
Tiberias, Israel
Date to be announcedDate TBA
226 km
City RunLakes & Ponds+1
Dates & Schedule
Race Calendar
November 2026
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 27, 2026 | Eilat Desert Marathon | Eilat, Südbezirk, IL | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km10 km5 km |
February 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Feb 5, 2027 | Dead Sea Marathon | Ein Bokek, Südbezirk, IL | Road Running | 50 km42.2 km21.1 km15 km |
| Feb 26, 2027 | Tel Aviv Marathon | Tel Aviv, Tel Aviv District, IL | Road Running | 42 km21 km10 km5 km |
March 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 19, 2027 | Jerusalem Marathon | Jérusalem, Jérusalem, IL | Road Running | 42 km21 km10 km5 km |
Date to be announced
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Date to be announced | Ultra Marathon Sovev Emek | Ein HaShofet, Nordbezirk, IL | Trail Running | 166 km100 km66 km42 km |
| Date to be announced | Palestine Marathon | Bethlehem in Galiläa, Nordbezirk, IL | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km10 km5 km |
| Date to be announced | Ironman 70.3 Tiberias, Sea of Galilee | Tiberias, Nordbezirk, IL | Triathlon | 113 km |
| Date to be announced | Ironman Middle East Championship - Israel | Tiberias, Nordbezirk, IL | Triathlon | 226 km |
Events by Month
Overview & Route Character
The running destination of Israel in middle-east is represented in the RunningCompass catalog with 8 public events and 31 individual races, including 4 events with confirmed dates for the 2026-2027 season. Core disciplines include Road Running, Triathlon, and Trail Running. Historic urban courses in Jerusalem, flat coastal runs in Tel Aviv, and Negev desert races. Key host locations include Eilat, Ein Bokek, Tel Aviv, and Jérusalem. Notable events in the selection include Eilat Desert Marathon, Dead Sea Marathon, and Tel Aviv Marathon.
Race distances span from 5 km to 226 km, reaching up to +3,500 m of elevation gain on the most demanding courses. Every race listed for Israel includes an interactive MapLibre course map powered by OpenStreetMap, a high-resolution SVG elevation profile with gradient telemetry, and a direct GPX track download.
Questions & Answers
Frequently asked questions (FAQ)
How many running events and races take place in Israel?
RunningCompass currently lists 8 verified events with 31 individual races in Israel. A total of 4 events have confirmed upcoming dates, while additional annual editions include full course and distance specifications. Notable events in the selection include Eilat Desert Marathon, Dead Sea Marathon, and Tel Aviv Marathon.
What disciplines and race distances are offered in Israel?
Events in Israel focus on Road Running, Triathlon, and Trail Running. Course distances range from 5 km entry-level races up to 226 km endurance challenges. Primary host cities and towns include Eilat, Ein Bokek, Tel Aviv, and Jérusalem.
What is the course profile, terrain, and elevation gain like in Israel?
The most selective courses in Israel climb up to +3,500 m of positive elevation gain. Each event page provides exact altitude range, ascent (+m), descent (-m), average and maximum gradient, an interactive course map, and a downloadable GPX file.
How can I find dates and register for running events in Israel?
The monthly race calendar on this page groups all confirmed dates chronologically alongside annual events awaiting their next date announcement. Use the discipline, distance, and month links or switch to the interactive map view (/en/events?view=map) to inspect individual event profiles and official organizer registration links.
