Maccabiah 2021 Games in JerusalemThu | Jul 1

Sometimes called the Olympics of Jewish sports, the Maccabiah Games bring the best Jewish athletes from all over the world to show off their craft in the spirit of Jewish unity, Zionism and elite competition. This year’s 20th edition will see 10,000 athletes and 22,000 spectators from more than 80 countries descend Israel to witness the games taking place from July 4-18, 2017.

Alongside the games, athletes and spectators alike will get the chance to participate in numerous programs, events, activities and experience the magic of Israel in a truly unique and meaningful atmosphere.

Events will take place throughout the country, with a special focus on Jerusalem in honor of the 50th anniversary of the capital’s unification.

Maccabiah 2021 event schedule will be updated as it becomes available

Maccabiah 2017 participants get discounts & special offers at top Jerusalem sites!

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The complete guide of the Maccabiah 2017 events

Featured Maccabiah 2017 Events in Jerusalem

VIP Gala at the Tower of David Museum

Take in the magic of Jerusalem at the iconic Tower of David Museum with dinner, drinks and some of the best music Israel has to offer, including the Jerusalem Andalusian Orchestra.

Where: Tower of David Museum, Jaffa Gate, Jerusalem
When: July 5, 2017 at 7:00 pm

Opening Ceremony at Teddy Stadium

A massive kick-off event featuring the lighting of the torch, some of Israel’s best musical acts, the delegation march and more.

Where: Teddy Stadium, Derech Agudat Sport Beitar, Jerusalem
When: July 6, 2017 at 8:30 pm

Jerusalem Street Party

Mingle, relax taste some delicious Jerusalem cuisine and experience the vibrant culture and spirit of the city at a special street party in honor of the games on the iconic Ben Yehuda Street. There will also be plenty of live music and other performances.

Where: Ben Yehuda Street, Jerusalem
When: July 7, 2017 at 12:00 pm

Kabalat Shabbat at the First Station

Welcome in the first Shabbat of Maccabiah 2017 with fellow athletes, spectators and local Jerusalemites at Jerusalem’s charming First Station Complex with dinner, singing and more.

Where: First Station, 4 David Remez Street, Jerusalem
When: July 7, 2017

Maccabiah Night Run & After Party

Run 5K, 10K or a 21K half-marathon with fellow athletes and visitors and then head to the First Station for the afterparty!

Where: First Station, 4 David Remez Street, Jerusalem
When: July 10, 2017 at 7:30 pm

Bar/Bat Mitzvah Event at the Western Wall

Experience the magic of celebrating a bar/bat mitzvah at the Western Wall.

Where: Western Wall, Old City, Jerusalem
When: July 13 & 17, 2017

Closing Ceremony

Celebrate the accomplishments of the 10,000 athletes who made the games possible with special performances, speeches and more.

Where: Latrun, Israel
When: July 17, 2017 at 7:00 pm

Maccabiah 2017 Special Offers: Tours, Concerts, Culture & More

Check out some of the special offers valid throughout the games!

Sandeman’s Tours

 

Jerusalem Old City Train

15% off admission to the Old City tourist train for Maccabiah 2017 participants!

Nocturno Live: Live Music and Poetry Slam

Special discounts for participants online at Nocturno website and at the door. Just show your Maccabiah ID!

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Hutzot Hayotzer Artist Colony

Check out Jerusalem’s funkiest neighborhood and get a 15% discount on purchases in participating shops and galleries!

Photos: Courtesy of Maccabiah 

 

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