MACCABI JUNIOR CARNIVAL 

Wednesday 14th January - Wednesday 21st January 2026, MELBOURNE

Maccabi Junior Carnival is for Jewish kids from across Australia and New Zealand who are going into year 7 - year 10 in 2026.

In Vic, aged 11.5 or older, and going into year 6 in 2026? Send an expression of interest to carnivalenquiries@maccabi.com.au.

Junior Carnival Cost

This covers participation in all sport activities through the week including grounds, umpires and medals, all social activities, sports injury insurance, security, snacks, lunches at Carni activities, and some dinners.

Flights - Group Airfares

• The following flight prices are for return airfares on the Team Flights, as well as transfers from the airport to the host family on arrival.

Participants who choose to book their own flights and are NOT travelling on the 'Team Flight' will be responsible for arranging their own transport from the airport to their host family.

Uniforms

It is compulsory for all participants to have a state uniform for Junior Carnival. Uniforms can be purchased through your state office or manager. Your state will provide details of upcoming uniform try on sessions..

Sibling Discount

Once a participant has registered and paid, siblings are entitled to a $100 discount on their registration. 

Financial Assistance

It is a Maccabi Policy that no child will miss participating in Carnival for financial reasons. We have a non intrusive compassionate process to assist you. If you require financial assistance, please contact the following person from your state:

• NSW - To apply for fee relief, please complete the Maccabi NSW Carnival Relief Application Form If you have any questions, please contact Ori Danieli (Maccabi NSW General Manager): gm.NSW@maccabi.com.au
• VIC- To apply for fee relief, please complete the Maccabi VIC Carnival Relief Application Form If you have any questions, please contact Ruth Clare (Maccabi VIC Finance Manager): accounts.vic@maccabi.com.au
• WA, QLD, SA, NZ - Please contact Ruth on accounts.vic@maccabi.com.au 

Cancellation Policy - Registration Fees

• Cancellations of Carnival Registration fees on/before 31st October will incur an admin fee of $30 (All merchant fees are non-refundable)
• Cancellations between 1st November - 15th December will incur an admin fee of $100 (All merchant fees are non-refundable)
• Cancellations after 16th December 2025 will be assessed on a case by case basis.

Cancellation Policy - Flights

• Flight fees will be fully refunded up to the 31st October 
• A cancellation fee (To be determined) will be charged between 1st - 25th November 
• Flight fees will be forfeited as of the 26th November.

SPORTS

Each participant must pick a first choice and a second choice from group A, B & C below:

GROUP A - Basketball, Touch Rugby/Footy, Volleyball, Tenpin Bowling

GROUP B -  Soccer, Pickleball, AFL-9, Table Tennis

GROUP C - Netball, Tennis, Futsal, T-Ball

We will endeavour to accommodate everyone’s first preferences in each group. If their first preference cannot be accommodated (for reasons such as low numbers), then they will be allocated to their second preference.

ACCOMMODATION & HOST FAMILY

Host families are a unique part of Maccabi Carnival and contribute greatly to the overall experience of every participant. Host families help kids to make new friends and get to know other kids from different states. It is a valuable and positive part of the Carnival experience from which lifelong friends have been and continue to be made.

Maccabi’s Host Family policy is based on a fair and reasonable approach to accommodate all parties, children and parents from all visiting states as well as the host state.

Melbourne Participants

Being a host family to an interstate billet is a special part of being a participant in your home state and within the spirit of Maccabi Junior Carnivals. ALL Melbourne families taking part in Junior Carnival are expected to host at least one billet. Extenuating circumstances will be considered.

CLICK HERE to see Host Family FAQs

In time, you will receive communication asking that you complete additional Host Family requests. Please ensure that you complete this form by the due date.

INCLUSION

Maccabi believes that everyone has the right to play sport and Junior Carnival is an inclusive event. If you would like to discuss your specific support needs with us prior to registering please contact your Team Manager or carnivalenquiries@maccabi.com.au

WORKING WITH CHILDREN CHECKS

Maccabi takes child safety seriously. All adults involved in Carnival (including volunteers/committee members and all adults 18 and over in host family homes) will require a valid Working With Children Check.

CLICK HERE for more information or to view our Policy for the Safety of Children, Young and Vulnerable People, 

PHOTO ID

You will be required to upload a profile photo as part of your registration. Please ensure that your photo meets the following requirements:

• Current photo
• Clear headshot
• No sunglasses or hat

REGISTER / RENEW 

For those people who have previously created an account with RevolutioniseSPORT (past Carnival participant or club registration) please select the 'RETURNING MEMBER' button and enter your DOB, Surname, Gender & State to register. 

If you do NOT have an existing account, please select 'NEW MEMBER' and create an account to complete your registration.