Happy Hanukkah! Broward County organizations have planned a number of public events to celebrate Hanukkah this year. The Jewish holiday falls on different days every year in the English calendar. In 2024, Hanukkah is December 25 through January 2, 2025.
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.
2024 Hanukkah events in Broward
Las Olas Oceanside Park. Photo/Fort Lauderdale Parks & Recreation
Fort Lauderdale
Menorah lighting in Fort Lauderdale with music and treats is 6 p.m. Thursday, December 26, 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.
Weston
5 p.m. – 8 p.m. December 29 Menorah Lighting event
The venue is Weston Town Center, 1675 Market Street, Weston 33326
Fort Lauderdale
Chanukah at Galleria is 6:30 p.m. Monday, December 30, with latkes, donuts and entertainment at 2414 East Sunrise Blvd., Fort Lauderdale. Entertainment features Dovid Attias. Entry is free.
Fort Lauderdale
Chanukah Festival is 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday, December 29, at Las Olas Chabad, 1302 E. Las Olas Blvd., Fort Lauderdale. Discount opportunity for a kid's ride ticket if $10 if purchased by December 19. Regular price for kid's rides is $25. The event includes face painting, entertainment and a petting zoo. Other features include latkes, rides and bounce houses. Fort Lauderdale. Parking is free.
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