Israel Police announcement:
The Israel Police has completed its preparations for the Haifa Race, which will take place this Friday (09.05.25), starting from 04:00 until around 12:00. Thousands of participants in various divisions are expected to participate in the race, which is being organized by the Haifa Municipality.
This Friday, dozens of police officers, volunteers, and marshals will be deployed along and near the race routes from early morning. The police officers will work to secure the runners and participants, maintain public order, and direct traffic before, during, and after the race, while minimizing disruption to daily life in the city as much as possible. The traffic police officers will direct vehicle traffic to alternative routes and supervise proper and safe traffic flow in and near the race areas.
Changes in traffic regulations:
Parking lot closures:
Dado Beach Parking Lot (adjacent to the ski lift) will be closed to parking
David Elazar parking lots, including the Almog building parking lots (including the underground parking lot) and the Leonardo parking lots, will be closed to traffic towards David Elazar.
Friday, May 9.5.25, 4 from 00:12 to 00:XNUMX
Street closures:
David Elazar Street between Kikar HaMshtomit (near the train) and Maxim Intersection (excluding the intersection) will be closed for the race on Friday, May 9.5.25, 4 from 00:12 AM to 00:XNUMX PM.
Hubert Humphrey Street from the Marine Exploration Complex to the cable car will be closed for the race on Friday, May 9.5.25, 04 from 00:12 AM to 00:XNUMX PM.
No exits will be allowed from Allenby Street towards Bat Galim during closing hours.
Highlights for race participants:
- Race participants are asked to arrive early for the event.
- Weapons will not be allowed into the marathon site.
There is a complete ban on flying drones/civilian aircraft during the marathon.
Police Information Center- Hotline 110, is available to the public for current information and details about traffic arrangements at the marathon. Any unusual incident that requires police attention should be reported immediately to the hotline. 100 of the police. The Israel Police will update in real time through the media about the closure and opening of traffic routes. It is recommended to use navigation applications that will be updated on the blocked routes. The police call on the city's residents and visitors to be patient due to the expected changes in traffic arrangements during the marathon day and to obey the instructions of the police officers on the ground.