Happy Hanukkah! Broward County organizations have planned a number of public events to celebrate Hanukkah this year. The Jewish holiday in 2025 will be celebrated December 14 – 21.
Hanukkah celebrates both a military victory and a miracle. The holiday commemorates the victory of the Maccabees, a Jewish army, over the Syrian-Greek army, which enabled them to reclaim and rededicate the Holy Temple in Jerusalem. But, there was only enough oil to keep the candles lighted for one day. But, the light lasted for eight days, which is why Hanukkah is celebrated for eight days.
The menorah, with eight candles plus one for lighting, is a major symbol of Hanukkah, and Broward cities and organizations plan menorah-lighting celebrations to commemorate Hanukkah.
2025 Hanukkah events in Broward
Fort Lauderdale
Menorah lighting in Fort Lauderdale with music and treats is 6 p.m. Sunday, December 14, at Las Olas Oceanside Park, 3000 E. Las Olas Blvd., Fort Lauderdale 33316.
Parking is usually $4 an hour at Las Olas Garage at 200 Las Olas Circle, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33316. The event is free.
Las Olas Oceanside Park. Photo/Fort Lauderdale Parks & Recreation
Fort Lauderdale
Chanukah Festival is 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday, December 14, at Las Olas Chabad, 1302 E. Las Olas Blvd., Fort Lauderdale. Entry is free for adults. The discount opportunity for kid's entry and ride ticket is $20 online while the promotion is offered. The regular price for kid's entry and rides ticket is $25. The event includes face painting, entertainment and a petting zoo. Other features include latkes, donuts and bounce houses. Fort Lauderdale. Parking is free.
Fort Lauderdale
Hanukkah at Galleria mall features a menorah lighting 5:30 p.m. Tuesday, December 16, 2414 East Sunrise Blvd., Fort Lauderdale 33304.
Fort Lauderdale
Menorah lighting at Tunnel Top Park is at 7:30 p.m. Saturday, December 20, with free entry. RSVP online. Tunnel Top Park is at Tunnel Top Plaza on Las Olas Boulevard and Southeast Sixth Avenue, Fort Lauderdale 33316.
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