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World-class athletics: the ISTAF will take place again in 2026 in the Olympiastadion Berlin. The ISTAF is the most traditional and certainly one of the most famous German athletics festivals. For many athletes, the Olympic Stadium with its blue track is the most beautiful athletics stadium in the world.
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Just two weeks after the European Championships, fans will be able to see their heroes live at ISTAF 2026. More than 150 top athletes will compete against each other in thrilling disciplines – a sporting festival for the whole family!
ISTAF - top athletes from all over the world
The ISTAF is the sports festival for the whole family!
With around 50,000 visitors a year, the ISTAF is the athletics meeting with the most spectators.
The ISTAF has been taking place in the Berlin Olympic Stadium since 1937. During this time, it was visited by over two million fans, and 16 track and field world records were set.
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August 2026
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