More than ever, thousands come together at the Maccabi GB Community Fun Run 2025 in a celebration of Jewish unity, strength and solidarity

London, 24 June 2025 – On Sunday 22nd June, thousands gathered at StoneX Stadium for the annual Maccabi GB Community Fun Run, the largest communal event in the UK Jewish calendar. With 98 charities involved, this year’s event saw one of the biggest turnouts in its history, offering a poignant and powerful reminder of the strength, resilience and unity of the Jewish community.

Each run began with the sound of the shofar, bringing together people of all ages and abilities to take part in the 1km, 5km and 10km runs, as well as family walks. From runners to volunteers, entertainers to spectators, the stadium buzzed with energy, joy and purpose.

Alongside the sporting element, attendees enjoyed a vibrant family fun zone sponsored by JNF

UK, which featured a variety of attractions, including the ever-popular teacups fairground ride, climbing wall, inflatables, glitter tattoos, as well as a police van and ambulance for children to explore. Attendees also enjoyed performances throughout the day by the Vanessa Class School of Dance and the Israeli Dance Institute.

Speaking after the event, Maccabi GB Chief Executive Ashley Lerner said:

“The Maccabi GB Community Fun Run has always been a key date in the communal calendar, but this Sunday felt especially meaningful. Thousands of us, from across the Jewish community of Great Britain, came together to celebrate our identity, show solidarity with the people of Israel and stand united as one community. Now more than ever, it is vital that we cherish and celebrate all that makes our Jewish community so special.”

Leading the 1km run this year were 150 Team Maccabi GB athletes, managers and staff, marching behind the Maccabiah Games torch held by General Team Manager, Andrew Myers. The delegation was due to travel to the Games in Israel on 6th July, but due to the ongoing conflict in the Middle East, the Maccabiah has been postponed to 2026. Preparations are already underway for next year’s Games, which promise to be a powerful celebration of Jewish peoplehood through the lens of sport. This summer, Maccabi GB will also see 60 young participants and their dedicated staff representing Great Britain at the JCC Maccabi Campus Games in Pittsburgh.

The event would not have been possible without the generous support of our sponsors and partners, including the Board of Deputies of British Jews, CST, Dare 2b, El Al, Israel Bonds, the JLC, JNF UK, JVN, Saracens, Charco Holdings, Ultimate Promotions, Central FX, JustPark, Teknite, West End Travel, The Massage Company, Sabeny, and our exclusive media partner The Jewish News. We are immensely grateful for their continued support.

The Maccabi GB Community Fun Run 2025 was not only a day of sport, community, fun and fundraising - it was a vibrant celebration of Jewish pride, collective spirit, and unwavering communal support. In these challenging times, it served as a powerful reminder that when we come together, we are stronger.