Hanukkah fairs and other events enhance the holiday with fun and yummy food in South Florida.
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.
Coral Gables City Hall
405 Biltmore Way
Coral Gables, FL 33134
305-446-6800
Ponce Circle Park, Coral Gables
2810 Ponce de Leon
Coral Gables, FL 33134