Free and cheap Hanukkah events in Miami-Dade 2025

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.

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.

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.

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.