This year, Hanukkah kicks off on December 25, 2024, and continues through January 2, 2025. This beloved eight-night festival of lights is being celebrated across Los Angeles — bringing communities together to honor tradition, family, and faith. Whether you’re lighting the menorah at home or joining in public celebrations, there’s something special about sharing this time of year with others. We’ve curated a selection of incredible menorah lighting ceremonies happening all around the city and beyond, offering you the perfect opportunity to experience the warmth and spirit of the holiday season.
1. Fashion Island
Join the Hanukkah celebrations at Fashion Island with music, singing, and cherished traditions. This special event, in collaboration with the Chabad Jewish Center of Newport Beach, will take place in the Atrium Garden Courtyard on Sunday, December 29, from 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. Full details here!
đź“…When: Sunday, December 29, from 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
đź“ŤLocation: Fashion Island, 401 Newport Center Dr., Newport Beach, CA
2. Venice Beach Boardwalk
Shul on the Beach Community is bringing folks together with their exciting Chanukah Party and Menorah lighting ceremony on the boardwalk! Enjoy live music by the Kings of Klezmer, delicious latkes, sufganiyot, vodka, beer, and light refreshments. Don’t forget to wear your ugliest or funniest sweater for a chance to win exciting prizes! More info here.
RSVP Details:
- $20 by December 17
- $25 by December 24
- $30 at the door
đź“…When: Wednesday, December 25, 2024
đź“ŤLocation: 505 Ocean Front Walk Venice Beach, CA 90291
3. Beverly Gardens Park
The City of Beverly Hills warmly invites you to a Menorah Lighting Celebration with the the Beverly Hills City Council — as they come together to celebrate the spirit of Hanukkah and the Festival of Lights on Monday, December 30, 2024, from 5:30 p.m. at the Beverly Gardens Park Lily Pond. More info here!
đź“…When: December 7, 2023 at 5:30 — 6:30 p.m.
📍Location: Santa Monica Boulevard between North Cañon Drive and North Beverly Drive, Beverly Hills, CA 90210
4. Manhattan Village
Celebrate Chanukah with the Jewish Community Center at a grand community menorah lighting in the outdoor plaza of Manhattan Village. Enjoy an evening filled with festive music, dancing, delicious donuts, and hot latkes as we come together to mark this special holiday.
đź“…When: December 13, 2024, at 5:30 p.m.
đź“ŤLocation: Manhattan Village, 3200 N Sepulveda Blvd, Manhattan Beach, CA
5. Santa Monica Promenade
Celebrate the Festival of Lights this Hanukkah with nightly menorah lightings on the Third Street Promenade in Santa Monica! Each evening is sponsored by a different organization and offers a unique, festive program, making every night a special celebration you won’t want to miss. More info!
đź“…When: December 25, 2024 through January 2, 2025
đź“ŤLocation: 1400 block of Third Street Promenade (located between Santa Monica Blvd and Broadway)
6. The Culver Steps
Celebrate Chanukah at The Culver Steps at the Grand Menorah Lighting and Chanukah Celebration in the Upper Plaza on Thursday, December 26th from 5:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. There will be a grand menorah lighting ceremony, live Chanukah music, hot latkes, doughnuts, chocolate gelt, amazing magic show for all ages, fun crafts & activities for kids, talented caricature artist, free raffles, and a special gift for every child. Plus, this free community event is open to all.
đź“…When: Thursday, December 26th, from 5:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
đź“ŤLocation: The Culver Steps (9300 Culver Blvd)