Celebrate the Light at these Chanukah Events in the South Bay and Los Angeles
Chanukah is here! It’s time to light the menorah, break out the dreidels, and eat latkes. There are lots of different ways you can get into the holiday spirit, from lighting candles every night, playing dreidel games, singing songs together…the list goes on and on! Hanukkah is the festival of lights and there are plenty of Hanukkah events happening across the South Bay and around Los Angeles for you to enjoy with the entire family.
If you celebrate Hanukkah and Christmas you’re in for a double dose of holiday events this year! Chanukah begins at sundown on Wednesday, December 25, 2024, and lasts for eight joyous nights, concluding at sundown on Thursday, January 2, 2025. Check out our list below for some ways to celebrate Hanukkah this holiday season!
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South Bay Chanukah Events
Chanukah on Ice
December 25, 2024, 4 – 6pm
Enjoy the glowing lights from an unusual view as you skate around the ice rink featuring a giant menorah. The special event is $15 per person and includes skates. Food will be available for purchase.
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Location: Toyota Training Center, 555 Nash Street, El Segundo
Jewish Community Center Giant Menorah Lightings
December 26 – December 30, 2024
Celebrate Chanukah as we light giant menorahs across the South Bay with music, dancing, donuts, and hot latkes. The festivities take place at several locations across the beach cities:
Redondo Beach Civic Center Thursday, December 26th 5:30pm
Manhattan Village Shopping Center Saturday, December 28th 6:30pm
Miramar Park, Torrance Saturday, December 28th 6:30pm
Hermosa Beach Pier Sunday, December 29th 3:30p
El Segundo City Hall Monday, December 30th 5:30pm
Metlox Plaza, Manhattan Beach Monday, December 30th 5:30pm
Giant Menorah Boat at the King Harbor Holiday Boat Parade
Saturday, December 14th, 4 – 5pm
Look out for the Giant Menorah Boat at the King Harbor Holiday Boat Parade starting at 4pm (Public viewing stands at the end of Mole B (off Marina Way). Moonstone Park and the Portofino Hotel are also good viewing places)
Giant Chanukah Celebration
Sunday, December 29th, at 3:30pm
Join the largest Chanukah celebration in town at the Hermosa Beach Pier Plaza on the 5th Night of Chanukah! The event will include a live Chanukah Performance by the Academy of the Arts and a giant Gelt drop from a firetruck ladder. You can also enjoy hot latkes and donuts, holiday crafts and activities, live music, and more.
Location: Hermosa Beach Pier Plaza 1 Pier Ave, Hermosa Beach, CA 90254
Light Up Lomita
December 25, 2024 at 5:30 pm
Join the fun at Lomita City Hall for a festive Chanukah Celebration! Together, let’s illuminate the darkness and make this year truly special.
Experience the excitement of the Great Chocolate Gelt Drop, followed by a delightful community after-party at Chabad. Indulge in sushi, fresh latkes, and homemade donuts while enjoying the company of your neighbors.
Don’t miss out on this wonderful celebration at Lomita City Hall!
Location: Lomita City Hall
Los Angeles Chanukah Events
LEGO Menorah Building at The Original Farmers Market
December 19, 2024, 3:30 – 5:30pm
The festivities include youth performances by JLA, LEGO menorah building, and Chanukah crafts and sing-a-longs. The celebrations continue into the New Year with a special menorah lighting hosted by Miracle Mile Chabad on January 1. Activities take place on the Market Plaza.
Address: 6333 W. 3rd St., Los Angeles, CA 90036
Chanukah at Pasadena City Hall
December 25, 2024, 4 – 5pm
Celebrate the Festival of Lights with the warm glow of the menorah, savoring hot and crispy latkas, indulging in delightful jelly donuts, and treating yourself to a cozy hot cocoa bar.
Location: Pasadena City Hall, 1090 E Walnut St, Pasadena, CA, United States, California 91106
Grand Lighting at the Culver Steps
December 26, 2024 5pm
Experience the enchantment of live Chanukah music, indulge in delicious hot latkes, jelly doughnuts, and chocolate gelt, and be amazed by a mesmerizing magic show suitable for all ages. Engage in creative crafts and exciting activities for kids, capture a unique caricature drawing, and participate in raffles for a chance to win fabulous prizes.
Offering complimentary one-hour parking during this event, and each child will receive a special free gift.
This event is free and open to the public, so bring your friends and family to celebrate this festive occasion with us! Don’t miss out on this memorable celebration of Chanukah’s warmth and togetherness. See you there!
Location: The Culver Steps, 9300 Culver Boulevard, Culver City, CA, 90232
Silver Lake Chanukah KlezFest
December 29, 2024 4 – 6pm
Join JSL for Silver Lake KlezFest near Sunset Triangle Plaza. The festivities will include performances by the Klezmer band, a fire show, menorah lighting, latkes and jelly donuts, gelt drop, a balloon artist and pickle making!
Location: Sunset Triangle Plaza, 3700 Sunset Boulevard, Los Angeles, CA, 90026, US
Skirball Hanukkah Festival
December 15, 2024 12:00 pm
Join in the festivities at the Skirball Cultural Center to create unforgettable moments with your loved ones! This year’s event features the sensational klezmer rockers, Mostly Kosher, supported by the talented dublab DJ, Callie Ryan. Experience the magic of the Hanukkah story brought to life by storytellers when music and puppetry intertwine in a captivating theatrical performance.
Location: Skirball Cultural Center
A Celebration of Hanukkah at Ivy Station
December 30, 2024
Join a joyous Hanukkah celebration in Culver City! Experience the enchantment of a grand menorah lighting, accompanied by captivating live klezmer music. Indulge in delicious treats like hot latkes, donuts, and chocolate gelt. Engage in fun activities such as face painting, games, and arts and crafts. All ages are welcome to partake in the festivities.
This incredible event, hosted by Chabad of Culver City, is free of charge and open to the public. For your convenience, complimentary 2-hour parking validation will be available upon request. Let’s make this Hanukkah celebration an unforgettable experience together!
Please note that this outstanding programming was made possible, in part, through the City of Los Angeles Arts Development Fee Program, Department of Cultural Affairs.
Location: Ivy Station, 8840 National Boulevard, Culver City, CA, 90232
Latke Ugly Sweater Party on the Beach
December 30, 2024
Join the Shul on the Beach Community for a festive Chanukah celebration and Menorah lighting ceremony on the boardwalk. Enjoy live entertainment by the Kings of Klezmer, traditional food like latkes and Sufganiyot, as well as vodka, beer, and light refreshments.
Come dressed in your ugliest or funniest sweater for a chance to win prizes!
Location: Shul on the Beach, 505 Ocean Front Walk, Venice Beach, CA, 90291
Hanukkah in Santa Monica
December 25, 2024 – January 1, 2025 at sundown
Celebrate the Festival of Lights during the Hanukkah season with nightly menorah lightings in downtown Santa Monica on the 1200 block of Third Street Promenade (located between Santa Monica Blvd. and Broadway). Each night of Hanukkah is sponsored by a different group and features a different program.
Location: 1200 Block, Third Street Promenade
Chabad of Simi Valley Chanukah Festival
December 29, 2024 3:30 – 5:30pm
Join us for an unforgettable outdoor Chanukah celebration at Chabad of Simi Valley! Come together for an inspiring evening of Jewish unity as we pay a special tribute to the victims of terror in Israel. Don’t miss out on this meaningful event!
Location: Ronald Reagan Presidential Library and Museum, 40 Presidential Drive, Simi Valley, CA, 93065
Orange County Chanukah Events
Community Chanukah
December 18, 2024 5 – 7pm
Celebrate Chanukah with us! Enjoy a joyful gathering filled with games, candle lighting, entertainment, and treats for families with children of all ages. This event is free and open to the community. Additionally, delicious food will be available for purchase. Join us for a memorable and festive occasion!
Location: Merage JCC 1 Federation Way, Irvine, CA, 92603
Menorah Lighting Ceremony at Fashion Island
December 29, 2024 3 – 5pm
The Chabad Jewish Center, Newport Beach will host an outdoor menorah lighting ceremony in the Fashion Island shopping mall‘s Atrium Garden Courtyard.
Location: Fashion Island, 401 Newport Center Dr, Newport Beach, CA 92660
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