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Free and cheap Hanukkah events in South Florida 2024

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

Hanukkah celebrates 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. By a miracle, 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 South Florida cities and organizations plan menorah-lighting celebrations and other festivities to celebrate Hanukkah.
 
In 2024, Hanukkah will be observed from sundown on Wednesday, Dec. 25, through Thursday evening, Jan. 2, 2025.

Hanukkah events in South Florida

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

Coral Gables – Lighting of the Menorah at City Hall, Thursday, Dec. 26, at 5:30 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.

Doral – Light Up the Night, Thursday, Dec. 26 6-7 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. 29, at 4 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.

Aventura – Inaugural Menorah Lighting on Sunday, Dec. 29 from 5:30-8 p.m. at Esplanade at Aventura, 19505 Biscayne Blvd. with live music, a coloring station, make and take activities sponsored by Lego and passed bites provided by various restaurants, giveaways and Hannukah-themed cookies from Mo's Bagels & Deli.

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Menorah Lighting
When
December 26, 2024 @ 5:30 pm-6:30 pm
What
Menorah Lighting
Where
Coral Gables City Hall
Cost
FREE
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When
December 26, 2024 @ 6:00 pm-7:00 pm
What
Light Up the Night Menorah Lighting Ceremony
Where
Downtown Doral Park
Cost
FREE
Add to Calendar: Google Outlook/iCal
When
December 29, 2024 @ 4:00 pm
What
Festival of Lights Chanukah Celebration
Where
Ponce Circle Park, Coral Gables
Cost
FREE
Add to Calendar: Google Outlook/iCal
When
December 29, 2024 @ 5:30 pm-8:00 pm
What
Inaugural Menorah Lighting
Where
Esplanade at Aventura
Cost
FREE
Add to Calendar: Google Outlook/iCal
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Josie Gulliksen is a freelance writer and major arts advocate and enthusiast who loves everything cultural and is excited to live in such a thriving community as Miami. A Miami native, aside from Miami on the Cheap, she currently writes for Artburst Miami and contributes to Edible South FL and Miami Media Group. She has contributed to Miami.com, Biscayne Times and Miami New Times. She worked for nearly a decade at Miami Today as Calendar Editor and arts writer and then worked for 13 years in public relations. She has her own blog Scene Around South FL at josiegulliksen.com

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