Celebrate the Light at these Chanukah Events in the South Bay and Los Angeles
Chanukah is here! It’s time to put up the menorah, light candles, and have a family dinner. There are lots of different ways you can get into the spirit of Hanukkah, from lighting candles every night, playing dreidel games, singing songs togetherā¦the list goes on and on! Chanukah is the festival of lights and there are plenty of Hanukkah event celebrations happening in Los Angeles for you to enjoy with your friends and loved ones.
Chanukah begins on the evening of Thursday, December 7, 2023, and lasts for eight joyous nights, concluding on the evening of Friday, December 15.
Check out our list below for some places to go this holiday season! And for more holiday fun, check out our Community event calendar that is updated daily!
South Bay Chanukah Events
CHANUKA ABOARD BATTLESHIP IOWA!
Dec 07, 2023, 5:30 pm
Light up the darkness and come together for an Israel Solidarity Event! Experience a special ceremony, witness the grand menorah lighting, and indulge in latkes, donuts, and hot chocolate. Enjoy live music and a delightful time for the entire family, all without any charge. Join us for a truly memorable occasion!
No Charge and Fun for the Whole Family!
USS IOWA Battleship
Los Angeles, CA, 90731
Giant Menorah Lighting – Miramar Park Redondo Beach
Thursday, Dec. 7 at 5:00pm
Celebrate Chanukah as we light a giant menorah at Miramar Park Redondo Beach
Giant Menorah Boat at the King Harbor Holiday Boat Parade
Saturday, December 9th, at 5:30pm
Look out for the Giant Menorah Boat at the King Harbor Holiday Boat Parade starting at 5:30pm (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 10th, at 3pm
LIGHT UP THE DARKNESS at the Israel Solidarity Event! Join us for a captivating live Chanukah performance by the talented Academy of the Arts. Witness a spectacular Gelt Drop from a towering firetruck ladder. Let’s come together and celebrate the spirit of togetherness!
Hermosa Beach Pier Plaza
CHANUKAH AT DEL AMO FASHION CENTER
Dec 10, 2023 at 5:00 pm
Come celebrate the Grand Menorah Lighting of South Bay’s first GIANT POPCORN MENORAH!
THey have a new location for this special event – indoors, right in front of Dick’s Sporting Goods. You can enter through the parking and entrance area between Macy’s and Burlington Coat Factory.
Prepare to be amazed by the incredible entertainment we have in store for you! From sizzling latkes to donut decorating, face painting, live music, and hot chocolate – there’s something for everyone!
Best of all, this event is completely free! Bring the whole family and enjoy a fun-filled evening together.
Del Amo Fashion Center
Giant Menorah Lightings, Metlox Plaza Manhattan Beach
Monday, Dec. 11 at 5:30 p.m.
Celebrate Chanukah as we light a giant menorah at Metlox Plaza Manhattan Beach.
Giant Menorah Lighting – Redondo Beach Civic Center
Tuesday, Dec. 12, at 5:30pm
Celebrate Chanukah as we light a giant menorah at Redondo Beach Civic Center
Giant Menorah Lighting at Manhattan Village Shopping Center
Wednesday, Dec. 13, at 5:30pm.
Join us in celebrating Chanukah as we gather at the Manhattan Village Shopping Center on Wednesday, December 13th, at 5:30 pm to light a giant menorah.
Giant Menorah Lighting – El Segundo City Hall
Thursday, December 14th, at 5:30 p.m.
Join us in celebrating Chanukah as we illuminate a giant menorah at El Segundo City Hall on Thursday, December 14th, at 5:30 p.m.
LIGHT UP LOMITA CHANUKA CELEBRATION
Dec 14, 2023 at 6:00 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 first-ever 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!
Lomita City Hall
Los Angeles Chanukah Events
MENORAH LIGHTING
December 7, 2023 from 5pm – 7pm
Join us for our annual menorah lighting as we celebrate the beginning of Chanukah’s eight nights! This joyous occasion will feature live musical entertainment from the talented Palisades High School Band and Jason Mesches. There will be exciting activities for kids, traditional Chanukah refreshments, and even special appearances from celebrity supporters. Following this, Rabbi Zuche will lead us in blessings. This event is proudly presented in partnership with the Chabad Jewish Community Center of Pacific Palisades, conveniently located on Swarthmore Avenue.
Family Activities & Pre-Show:
5PM – Palisades High School Band
5:15PM – Jason Mesches
Ceremony:
6PM
Palisades Village
15225 Palisades Village Lane, Los Angeles, CA, 90272
CHANUKAH @ THE PASEO
December 07, 2023 at 5:00 pm
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.
The Paseo
300 E Colorado Blvd, Pasadena, CA, 91101
GRAND MENORAH LIGHTING @ THE CULVER STEPS
December 07, 2023 from 5:00 pm – 6:30 pm
Join us in celebrating the joyous first night of Chanukah at The Culver Steps! Chabad Culver City invites you to a spectacular Grand Menorah Lighting and Chanukah Celebration in the Upper Plaza on Thursday, December 7th, from 5:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
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!
The Culver Steps
9300 Culver Boulevard, Culver City, CA, 90232
MENORAH LIGHTING CEREMONY
Dec 07 2023 from 5:30 pm – 6:30 pm
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!
Ronald Reagan Presidential Library and Museum
40 Presidential Drive, Simi Valley, CA, 93065
SILVER LAKE CHANUKAH FESTIVAL!
Dec 07 2023 TIME 5:30 pm – 7:00 pm
Join us for a fabulous Chanukah celebration at the Silver Lake Chanukah Festival! Prepare to be dazzled as we illuminate the night with joy and cherished traditions.
MC: Asaf Goren ā Israeli Celebrity
Our lively and charismatic host, Asaf Goren, will lead us through an evening filled with laughter and pure delight.
Musical Performance: Hughie and Alex from Lewberger
Be enchanted by the incredible musical talents of Hughie and Alex from Lewberger! Let their melodies serenade your senses and uplift your spirits.
DJ Sagi from Sderot, Israel
Get ready to dance the night away as DJ Sagi brings the vibrant beats of Sderot, Israel to keep the dance floor alive!
Witness the Creation of an Ice Menorah
Experience the enchantment as we reveal a spectacular ice menorah, symbolizing the power of light and unity.
Kosher Food for Sale: Latkes and Donuts
Indulge in the delectable flavors of traditional kosher cuisine. Treat yourself to mouthwatering latkes and donuts, available for purchase.
Balloon Art & Gelt Drop
Marvel at the mesmerizing balloon art and join in the excitement of the Gelt Drop! Fun and joy await you at every turn.
Toy Drive: Benefiting Children at CHLA
Spread the holiday spirit by participating in our toy drive. Your generosity will bring smiles to the faces of children at CHLA.
Don’t miss out on this unforgettable celebration! Join us at the Silver Lake Chanukah Festival and create lasting memories with friends and family.
Rest assured, security will be provided to ensure a safe and enjoyable event for all.
Sunset Triangle Plaza
3700 Sunset Boulevard, Los Angeles, CA, 90026, US
HANUKKAH MENORAH LIGHTING
Come and join the Hanukkah Menorah Lighting at RUNWAY in Playa Vista, in collaboration with Rabbi Ed Harris of the Playa Vista Jewish Community. We invite you to be part of this special event as we celebrate the first night of Hanukkah on Sunday, December 7th. The ceremonial Menorah lighting will take place at 6pm, followed by a delightful wine social at Superfine Playa. Please note that registering for this event implies your consent to be added to the RUNWAY email distribution lists. We look forward to seeing you there!
Runway Playa Vista
12775 West Millennium, Los Angeles, CA, 90094
CHANUKAH
Join us at Center Court at 6:30 PM as Simi Valley Town Center extends warm wishes for a joyous 8-day festival filled with light. May this celebration bring you a lifetime of brightness and happiness.
Simi Valley Town Center
HANUKKAH FESTIVAL at Skirball Cultural Center
Dec 10, 2023 at 12:00 pm
Join us at the Skirball to create unforgettable moments with your loved ones! This year’s festival 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 the Skirball Storytellers, where music and puppetry intertwine in a captivating theatrical performance. Come and make cherished memories with family and friends at the Skirball!
Skirball Cultural Center
CHANUKAH CELEBRATION AT THE SOFI STADIUM
December 10, 2023 at 1:30 pm
Join us for a spectacular Chanukah celebration at Sofi Stadium on Sunday, December 10th! Experience the excitement as the Broncos take on the Chargers in a thrilling game starting at 1:30 pm.
Be part of the magical Menorah Lighting Ceremony, where we unite to illuminate the sky in celebration. Following the game, kids aged 5-14 will have the opportunity to “score a touchdown” on the field. Secure your child’s spot by adding this exclusive experience during checkout. Hurry, as space is limited to the first 100 RSVPs! As a bonus, each participant will receive a Chargers shirt.
Don’t miss out on this unforgettable event. Let’s make this Chanukah one to remember!
SoFi Stadium
1001 S. Stadium Drive, Inglewood, CA, 90301
CHANUKAH CELEBRATION & MENORAH LIGHTING
December 10, 2023
Experience the magic of Chanukah with an exciting lineup of entertainment! Immerse yourself in the captivating melodies of a live three-piece band, marvel at the mesmerizing performance of an LED Robot, and watch as your children unleash their creativity with engaging Chanukah crafts. Delight in delectable pre-packaged refreshments and savor the sweetness of chocolate gelt. Join us for a joyous occasion brimming with music, laughter, and festive activities! This enchanting event is proudly hosted by Shul By The Shore.
2ND & PCH
6400 E. Pacific Coast Highway, Long Beach, CA, 90803
CHANUKAH ON ICE WITH CAMP GESHER AND JURASHKI
December 10, 2023
Come and join us as we celebrate Chanukah! The festivities include ice skating, lively music and dances, exciting games, engaging Chanukah crafts, delicious doughnuts, and delightful gifts. Rest assured, armed security professionals will be present to ensure the safety of all attendees. We have even more fun in store for the whole family!
Ticket Prices:
- $20 per person before December 1st
- $25 before December 10th
- $30 at the door
Don’t miss out on this joyous occasion!
Iceland Ice Skating Center
14318 Calvert Street, Los Angeles, CA, 91401
A CELEBRATION OF HANUKKAH AT IVY STATION, CULVER CITY
December 10, 2023
Join us in Culver City for a joyous Hanukkah celebration! 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.
Ivy Station
8840 National Boulevard, Culver City, CA, 90232
MENORAH LIGHTING & CHANUKAH PARTY AT THE BEACH
December 10, 2023
Celebrate Chanukah with the Shul on the Beach Community at our enchanting Menorah Lighting Ceremony on the Boardwalk. Enjoy the captivating sounds of live jazz performed by The Bill Todd Trio. Indulge in a delectable Chinese food dinner, mouthwatering Latkes, Sufganiyot, and more. Join us for an unforgettable evening of joy and festivities!
Shul on the Beach
505 Ocean Front Walk, Venice Beach, CA, 90291
FREE MENORAH LIGHTING CELEBRATION @ OVATION HOLLYWOOD W CHABAD OF HOLLYWOOD
December 10, 2023
Join us for the annual Grand Menorah Lighting Ceremony at the Ovation Hollywood Center Courtyard, hosted by Chabad of Hollywood Jewish Community Center and Ovation Hollywood. This incredible event is open to the public and completely FREE.
Experience the joy of Chanukah with delicious donuts, latkes, and gelt. Enjoy music, Chanukah crafts for the children, and an exciting show on Sunday, December 16th at 6:00 PM.
Don’t miss this opportunity to celebrate and embrace the spirit of Chanukah together!
Ovation Hollywood
6801 Hollywood Boulevard, Los Angeles, CA, 90028
CHANUKAH MENORAH LIGHTING
December 11, 2023 at 5:30pm
Mark your calendars! You’re invited to the Chabad of Conejo’s annual Chanukah Festival at The Shoppes on Monday, December 11th at 5:30pm. Join us for an unforgettable evening filled with delightful performances, live music, mouthwatering latkes, scrumptious jelly donuts, engaging crafts, and so much more. Best of all, it’s free and open to the entire community!
Shoppes at Westlake Village
GELT DROP AND MENORAH LIGHTING @ PLATFORM
Monday, December 11th at 5:30 p.m.
Join us for the highly anticipated annual Great Chanukah Gelt Drop event! Experience the thrill of collecting an abundance of delightful chocolate gelt as it showers down from a Culver City Firetruck. Following this exciting activity, we will have a magnificent Menorah Lighting ceremony that will illuminate the evening.
Mark your calendars for Monday, December 11th at 5:30 p.m. and make sure to bring your family and friends along. The festivities will take place at the enchanting Platform Park, where you can indulge in hot latkes and jelly doughnuts while enjoying the enchanting sounds of Chanukah music. There will also be engaging crafts for children and an opportunity to enter a raffle for a chance to win exciting prizes. This extraordinary event is free and open to the public, so don’t miss out on this incredible celebration!
Platform
8850 Washington Boulevard, Culver City, CA, 90232
HANUKKAH CELEBRATION AT BEVERLY CENTER
December 13 at 5:30 pm
Join us on December 11th from 5:30-7:30pm in Grand Court for a delightful Hanukkah celebration hosted in partnership with Chabad WeHo West. Experience the magic of a menorah lighting, captivating live entertainment, enchanting music performances, engaging crafting activities, exciting prizes, and a delectable array of traditional treats. This festive evening is perfect for all ages, so bring along your friends and family. Admission is free!
Live Entertainment and Music Performances:
- Prepare to be amazed by Adam Weiley’s mesmerizing magic show.
- Get ready to groove to the sensational tunes of the Emotional Intelligence Band.
- Enjoy a captivating music performance by the talented Jason Mesches.
Food & Beverages:
- Indulge in mouthwatering latkes.
- Savor the sweetness of delectable doughnuts.
- Treat yourself to a delightful coffee and hot cocoa experience provided by Cappuccino Man.
Beverly Center
8500 Beverly Boulevard, Los Angeles, CA, 90048
THE 2023 HANUKKAH FESTIVAL WITH SINAI LIVE!
December 13
Join us for a joyous Hanukkah Celebration at Sinai Temple on Wednesday, December 13th from 5:30pm-7:30pm!
Pre-sale tickets are $10, while tickets at the door are $18.
Starting at 5:30pm, people of all ages are invited to indulge in the festive atmosphere! Live music, games for all ages, a 21+ lounge, photo booth, sufganiot, and even a Chanukah sweater contest await you.
Dinner options include hot dogs, veggie dogs, and hamburgers. At 6:30pm, we will illuminate the Menorah and commence a breathtaking concert experience featuring Craig Taubman and the band, Mostly Kosher. Don’t miss out on this incredible opportunity to celebrate the Festival of Lights together. We look forward to seeing you at Sinai Temple!
Sinai Temple
10400 Wilshire Boulevard
Los Angeles, CA, 90024, US
Orange County Chanukah Events
COMMUNITY CHANUKAH
December 13
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!
Merage JCC
1 Federation Way, Irvine, CA, 92603