The Jewish Festival of Lights is an eight-day celebration that commemorates the rededication of the Second Temple of Jerusalem. It is one of the most popular holidays in Judaism and is marked by the lighting of the menorah.
Is it Hanukkah or Chanukah?
For many English speakers, the festival is also known for confusion over the spelling of its name: Is it Hanukkah or Chanukah? The answer is that both are considered correct, though Hanukkah is the most widely used spelling, while Chanukah is more traditional. In addition, more than 20 other variations are recorded.
The Best Hanukkah Celebrations: Los Angeles 2021
1400 block of Third Street Promenade, Santa Monica, CA
Sunday, November 28 through Monday, December 6 at Sunset
Nightly menorah lightings will celebrate the Festival of Lights during the Hanukkah season from Sunday, November 28 through Monday, December 6. The lighting of the menorah will begin at sundown and take place on the 1400 block of Third Street Promenade (located between Santa Monica Blvd and Broadway).
18001 Yorba Linda Blvd., Yorba Linda, CA 92886
Sunday, November 21 at 10:00am
FREE COMMUNITY PROGRAM Featuring Special Guest BEN STEIN. Community Menorah Candle Lighting and Musical Performances by Orange Jews SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 21, 2021 10:30 AM in the East Room at the Nixon Library Doors Open at 10:00 AM Free Program (Registration Required)
Palisades Village- 1035 N. Swarthmore, Pacific Palisades, CA
Sunday, Nov 28th from 5:00pm – 6:30pm
Join Chabad & Caruso as we celebrate the 33rd Annual Palisades Unity Menorah Lighting in the Palisades Village on the 1st Night of Chanukah. We will be joined by the Palisades Honorary Mayor of the Palisades – Eugene Levy for the Menorah Lighting Ceremony. Festivities will be held right outside the Bay Theater on Swarthmore starting at 5pm with Chanukah crafts & treats, as well as performances by some local talent. This event is free of charge and open to the entire community.
At Palisades Village on Swarthmore Ave.
The Open Temple- 1422 Electric Ave., Venice, CA 90291
850 S. Pacific Coast Hwy, El Segundo, CA 90245
Sunday, December 5 from 1:00 – 3:00 pm
This holiday celebration will feature children’s activities, storytelling, crafts, and music as well as Hanukkah traditions such as dreidel and festive eats. The event is sponsored by Congregation Tikvat Jacob in Manhattan Beach and is free and open to the public.
Manhattan Village- 3200 N. Sepulveda Blvd., Manhattan Beach, CA 90266
Sunday, December 5 from 5:30 – 7:30 pm
Manhattan Village invites families to its Menorah Lighting Ceremony on Sunday, December 5th from 5:30 pm to 7:30 pm. All are welcome to attend this free event.
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Sherman Oaks Galleria- 15301 Ventura Blvd., Sherman Oaks, CA 91403
Tuesday, November 30 at 5:00pm
Join together with the Jewish community for a public menorah lighting at the Sherman Oaks Galleria. In addition to the lighting, the whole family will have the opportunity to enjoy delicious kosher latkes and doughnuts and the little ones will have arts and crafts, balloon making and face painting. Meet Judah the Maccabee and partake in the festivities of the evening with music and dancing, Gelts & Dreidels. The festivities begin at 5:00 pm The Menorah Lighting is scheduled for 6:30 pm.
17315 Sunset Blvd., Pacific Palisades, CA 90272
Wednesday, December 1st from 3:30 pm – 5:00 pm
The Jewish Enrichment Club is hosting an outdoor Chanukah Disco Party on Wednesday, December 1st from 3:30 pm to 5:00 pm. The festivities, designed for children ages 5-12, feature glow-in-the-dark fun, crafts, and Chanukah treats. RSVP required. Details are available online.
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2nd & PCH- 6400 E. Pacific Coast Hwy, Long Beach, CA 90803
Sunday, November 28th from 4:00 pm – 6:00 pm
Join us to celebrate the Festival of Lights with the Shul by the Shore Grand Chanukah Extravaganzaat 2nd & PCH is excited to host Shul by the Shore for this special event to commemorate the first night of Chanukah.
This celebration is free and open to all. Lighting of the menorah will take place at 4:00 pm on the 2nd & PCH grand staircase led by Rabbi Abba Perelmuter. Long Beach Mayor Robert Garcia will be in attendance and speak immediately following the lighting, joined by community leaders.
Entertainment will include a live three-piece band, a stilt walker and Chanukah crafts for children. Light pre-packaged refreshments and chocolate gelt will be served.
The Shul by the Shore Menorah will remain onsite through December 6th with electric candles illuminated each night during Chanukah.
At the Hermosa Beach Pier Plaza
Sunday, November 28th at 3pm
Gifts for the Children
Fun Children’s Activities
Hot Latkes & Donuts
Massive Gelt Drop
Gravity-Defying Entertainment by Dance Stylez
Holiday Crafts & More!
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The Original Farmers Market- 3rd & Fairfax Av, Los Angeles
Sunday, December 5 at 1pm
Join us for Chanukah fun with Doda Mollie and PJ Library. Activities take place on the Market Plaza.
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Sunset Triangle- 3700 Sunset Blvd, Silver Lake
