Dec 14
Night 1
Grand Menorah Lighting — Central Park
New York, NY · 5:30 PM
Annual lighting of the world's largest chanukiah with live klezmer music and hot latkes.
Pirsumei Nisa · In Public Squares
Community Events
Eight nights of gatherings — lightings, markets, concerts, and meals — across the country.
Dec 15
Night 2
Hanukkah Night Market
Los Angeles, CA · 6:00 PM
Local Jewish artisans, sufganiyot from five bakeries, and a children's dreidel tournament.
Dec 16
Night 3
Maoz Tzur Choral Concert
Chicago, IL · 7:30 PM
Symphony Center hosts a candlelit evening of traditional and contemporary Hanukkah music.
Dec 17
Night 4
Latke Cook-Off & Tzedakah Drive
Boston, MA · 5:00 PM
Chefs compete for the city's crispiest latke. All proceeds to local food banks.
Dec 18
Night 5
Family Storytime + Lighting
Seattle, WA · 4:30 PM
Picture books, hot cocoa, and a gentle outdoor lighting for families with little ones.
Dec 19
Night 6
Jewish Film Festival — Hanukkah Shorts
Austin, TX · 8:00 PM
An evening of short films, with a candle lighting and Q&A with directors.
Dec 20
Night 7
Public Plaza Lighting & Dance
Miami, FL · 6:00 PM
Israeli folk dance circle, gelt for the kids, and a giant menorah at the bayfront.
Dec 21
Night 8
Festival of Lights Finale
San Francisco, CA · 5:00 PM
Eight cities light eight menorahs in unison, broadcast live from Union Square.