Maccabiah
Maccabiah launches five-day sports festival at Expo Tel Aviv
Organized by Maccabi World Union, the festival is designed to bring Israelis closer to the Maccabiah experience while providing a family-friendly destination during the school break.
Montana Tucker, Netta Barzilai to headline Maccabiah Games opening
The Maccabiah Games’ crucial role in shaping Zionism and aliyah
Maccabi Tel Aviv rallies, downs Jerusalem in State Cup semis
Maccabi World Union hosts released hostages, families at Kfar Maccabiah
Maccabi World Union has opened its Kfar Maccabiah facilities to hostages recently released from captivity in Gaza and their families, providing them with a place to recover and readjust to daily life
Maccabiah delay leaves teen competitors in limbo
The Maccabiah – often dubbed the “Jewish Olympics” – was set to be the largest in its 93-year history, with over 8,000 Jewish athletes from 55 countries slated to compete.
Time out: Israeli athletes, sports in limbo
The country declared a state of emergency, closing skies for air travel, affecting Israel’s top athletes and sports teams for upcoming competitions.
Maccabiah Games postponed to 2026 in shadow of Israel's war with Iran
The 2025 Maccabiah Games, set for July, have been postponed until 2026 due to escalating security risks in Israel.
Maccabiah 2025 officially launches with festive kickoff in Ramat Gan
Maccabiah 2025 will host 8,000+ athletes from 55 countries. Highlights include a star-studded Opening Ceremony, competitions, and Expo Maccabiah in Tel Aviv-Jaffa.
Maccabiah stars to shine at NYC’s Israel Day parade
An anticipated 120 athletes, staff, and other Maccabiah representatives, plus the M25 Maccabiah official presenters, will be on the float.
How Jewish athletes are preparing for the first Maccabiah since October 7
This summer’s Maccabiah Games mark Israel’s first major international event since Oct. 7, 2023, spotlighting Jewish unity, Israeli resilience, and the power of sport.
‘Excitement in the air!’ Team sports live draw held for Maccabiah
The draw included football, basketball, 3x3 basketball, and futsal, in addition to other group ball sports such as ice hockey, rugby, and baseball.
Maccabi World Union commemorates 93rd anniversary of first Maccabiah Games
The inaugural Maccabiah Games were organized to provide Jewish athletes, often excluded from international competition, with a platform to showcase their talents.
Maccabi World Union Congress kicks off celebration of sport, unity, Jewish identity
For the first time, “Maccabiah City” will be established – a massive sports festival in the heart of Tel Aviv, bringing the Maccabiah experience to all in Israel.
