Light Up the Night Menorah Lighting Ceremony

Hanukkah fairs and other events enhance the holiday with fun and yummy food in South Florida. 

Here are the Hanukkah (or, Chanukah) events in Miami-Dade, Broward and Palm Beach counties. Some may require advance registration.

Doral – Light Up the Night, Sunday, Dec. 14 5:30-6:30 p.m. at Downtown Doral Park, 8395 NW 53 St. Lighting of the menorah with special recognition for first responders plus, raffles and light refreshments after the ceremony.

Coral Gables – Festival of Lights Chanukah Celebration on Sunday, Dec. 14, at 1:30-4:30 p.m. at Ponce Circle Park, 2810 Ponce de Leon Blvd. Celebration features the lighting of the menorah, a fire truck parade and seasonal treats. Coral Gables firefighters escort a dreidel mascot who will distribute chocolate gelt to all from a firetruck.

Coral Gables – Lighting of the Menorah at City Hall, Tuesday, Dec. 16, 2025 at 5:30-7:30 p.m. This family-friendly event features hot beverages, jelly donuts, children's crafts and gelt for the youngest members of your family. 405 Biltmore Way, Coral Gables.

North Miami Beach Menorah Lighting Ceremony, Thursday, Dec. 18, 2025 at 7 p.m. at North Miami Beach City Hall, 17011 NE 19 Ave. with tasty treats and live entertainment by Lady of Harp Academy and Binyamin Salzman.