Teddy Stadium Stadium
Jerusalem's main football stadium named for Teddy Kollek
Southwestern Jerusalem's Teddy Stadium hosts Israeli Premier League football and occasional concerts; crowds come for Beitar and Hapoel matches, stadium atmosphere and match‑day food stalls.
Teddy Stadium at a Glance#
Address: Teddy Stadium, Malha, Jerusalem, Israel (approx.)
Hours: Event-based (match schedule)
Admission: Match tickets vary; local league matches typically ticketed (NIS pricing varies)
About Teddy Stadium#
Teddy Stadium is a multi-use football stadium in Jerusalem, Israel, named after Teddy Kollek. It functions primarily as a football venue and hosts league and cup matches for local clubs.
The stadium features a full-size pitch with seating arranged in covered stands and is equipped for evening fixtures. Its capacity is in the order of 30,000 spectators, making it one of the larger stadiums in the Jerusalem area.
Built in the late 20th century, the stadium replaced older venues for major matches in the city and has hosted domestic cup finals and international fixtures. It continues to serve as a primary venue for club football in Jerusalem.
The stadium lies on the western side of Jerusalem in the Malha/Arnona area and is accessible by road from central Jerusalem; it is near shopping and sports facilities in that part of the city.
- Name origin: Named for long-serving Jerusalem mayor Teddy Kollek, it is a major sports venue in the city and the home ground for local football clubs.
- Capacity: The stadium holds roughly 30,000 to 31,000 spectators and includes covered stands and floodlights for evening matches.
How to Get to Teddy Stadium#
Accessible by car and local buses from central Jerusalem; on match days special shuttle services and increased public transport options often operate.
Tips for Visiting Teddy Stadium#
- During big matches expect crowds and heavy security checks - arrive early and use public transport.
- Combine a match with a walk in the nearby Malha shopping district or Teddy Park for a full day out.
- Buy tickets from authorised sellers to avoid counterfeit problems on high-demand games.
Best Time to Visit Teddy Stadium#
Best during the football season; evenings are charged with local fan energy.
Weather & Climate near Teddy Stadium#
Teddy Stadium's climate is classified as Hot-Summer Mediterranean - Hot-Summer Mediterranean climate with warm summers (peaking in August) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 5°C to 29°C. Semi-arid with limited rainfall with a pronounced dry season.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Acceptable | 5° - 12° | 7° | 105 mm | some cloud | 74% | 2.5 m/s | 0.6 moderate | 10.2h |
| February | Good | 5° - 13° | 7° | 88 mm | partly cloudy | 73% | 3.2 m/s | 0.9 moderate | 10.9h |
| March | Very Good | 7° - 16° | 11° | 71 mm | some cloud | 70% | 3.5 m/s | 1.3 high | 11.9h |
| April | Excellent | 11° - 21° | 16° | 21 mm | some cloud | 65% | 3.3 m/s | 1.8 very high | 12.8h |
| May | Ideal | 14° - 25° | 19° | 4 mm | mostly sunny | 61% | 3.3 m/s | 2.2 extreme | 13.6h |
| June | Ideal | 16° - 27° | 22° | 0 mm | clear | 62% | 3.6 m/s | 2.7 extreme | 14.0h |
| July | Ideal | 18° - 29° | 23° | 0 mm | clear | 63% | 3.5 m/s | 2.7 extreme | 13.8h |
| August | Ideal | 18° - 29° | 23° | 0 mm | clear | 65% | 3.3 m/s | 2.4 extreme | 13.1h |
| September | Ideal | 17° - 27° | 22° | 0 mm | clear | 65% | 3.2 m/s | 1.9 very high | 12.2h |
| October | Ideal | 15° - 24° | 20° | 11 mm | clear | 65% | 2.6 m/s | 1.3 high | 11.3h |
| November | Very Good | 11° - 19° | 15° | 52 mm | mostly sunny | 64% | 2.7 m/s | 0.8 moderate | 10.4h |
| December | Good | 7° - 13° | 8° | 79 mm | some cloud | 70% | 3.1 m/s | 0.5 moderate | 10.0h |