Extensive renovation of Teddy Stadium and construction of an avenue of shops at Heichal HaPais Arena and Teddy: ‘Ariel’ plan for 2022 approved

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As part of the approved work plan, Ariel will produce and host in Jerusalem, during 2022, dozens of international productions, festivals, cultural events, sports and performances. This work plan has a financial volume of about NIS 200 million

Posted on: 17.3.22 11:34

The board of directors of the municipal company ‘Ariel’, headed by the chairman of the board, Mayor Moshe Leon, approved the work plan of ‘Ariel’ for 2022, in the amount of about NIS 200 million.


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Ariel is one of the leading municipal companies in Israel, working to develop the city in the fields of culture, arts, society and sports and produces many national and international events throughout the year. In addition, ‘Ariel’ manages and operates the largest sports and cultural facilities in Jerusalem, including Teddy Stadium, the largest football stadium in Israel (containing approximately 31,700 seats), Heichal Hapayis Arena, the largest and most advanced basketball hall in the country (containing approximately 11,000 seats), the Sultan’s Pool, An open-air cultural complex, located at the foot of the Old City (containing about 7,000 seats) and part of the First Station complex.

As part of the approved work plan, ‘Ariel’ will produce and host in the city, during 2022, dozens of international productions, festivals, cultural events, sports and performances, including: Super Enduro – World Championship in extreme off-road cycling, hosting the 21st Maccabiah Games – Games Ice hockey and the ice skating competition at Heichal Hapayis Arena, production of the 55th anniversary of the unification of Jerusalem in collaboration with the director of culture and leisure at the municipality, [email protected] – A unique culinary festival with the best chefs and restaurants accompanied by musical performances, ‘The whole world on stage’ – a series of performances A-list Of the best Israeli artists, the International Book Forum, the youth capital, the ‘Tisha Kabin’ project, in collaboration with the Eden company and the municipality’s business promotion division – the project includes placing hanging installations on the city center streets and more.


Arena (Photo: Shmuel Cohen Agency)

Arena (Photo: Shmuel Cohen Agency)


These events join the traditional flagship events of ‘Ariel’, including the Outdoor Creator Fair, the largest cultural fair in Israel, which combines art, cuisine and music, which is attended by about 100,000 visitors each year, an ice skating rink (about 100,000 visitors a year), hosting performances, Production of the main events of Independence Day in Jerusalem and more.

In addition, according to the work plan, during the current year, the Jerusalem Municipality and the Ministry of Culture and Sports will promote extensive renovations at Teddy Stadium through Ariel, which will be adapted to host international games in the home stage of the Champions League and Europa League and national team games. UEFA. It should be noted that Teddy Stadium is expected to host this year’s National Cup final, which will be held on May 24, as well as the opening ceremony of the 21st Maccabiah Games, which will take place on July 14, with the participation of about 10,000 athletes from Israel and around the world.

The Jerusalem Municipality stated that “as part of the renovation work at Teddy, the players ‘floor will be significantly upgraded, including the locker rooms and the players’ tunnel, a first-of-its-kind LED lighting system will be installed in Israel that will illuminate the lawn. “For the first time, a new commercial avenue will be built at Teddy under the northern stand that will serve the stadium island before and after the games.”


The Sultan's Pool (Photo: Shmuel Cohen Agencies)

The Sultan’s Pool (Photo: Shmuel Cohen Agencies)


It was also stated that “In addition, the work plan for 2022 also includes the business development of the Lottery Arena, which includes the construction of a new avenue of shopping stores in front of the hall, and training the main entrance for the opening of the event hall or restaurant on the top floor of the hall. “Upgrading infrastructure and systems in the arena, including improving the acoustics, renewing the camera system and the accommodation complex, which join the recently completed replacement of the lighting system with advanced LED lighting.”

Mayor and Chairman of the Board of Directors of Ariel Moshe Leon: “Ariel’s recently approved work plan marks the goal towards which the city of Jerusalem – the capital of culture and sports of the State of Israel – is moving. In Jerusalem, the best events, shows and sports competitions of international standards have taken place, are taking place and will take place in the future, as befits a well-developed, prosperous and vibrant capital city, with the first residents and visitors visiting it. We will continue to work for the advancement of Jerusalem, our beloved city, and to place it at the forefront and in line with major capital cities in the world. “

Ariel CEO Uri Menachem: “The approval of Ariel’s work plan for 2022 reflects the realization of the company’s vision to increase the scope of its activities each year, for the benefit of developing and promoting cultural and leisure areas throughout the city, while creating new content worlds, hosting international shows and events, producing news and reaching diverse audiences. As a company that manages the major sports and cultural facilities in Jerusalem, we placed special emphasis in the work program on business development and promotion of commercial, recreation and leisure centers at Teddy Stadium and the Lottery Arena, for the benefit of the Jerusalem Sports City and city residents. “The future operation of the light rail and the extensive environmental development expected in the entire region. I would like to thank Mayor Moshe Leon, the city administration and all the members of the board for the spirit and the much support they give us throughout.


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