23 Menorah Candle Lightings in NYC, Westchester, Rockland, and Long Island
Attend a menorah candle lighting in NYC and the surrounding area with your family this year.
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MenorahCade
WHEN: Sunday, Nov. 28, 3:30pm departs from Chabad; 4pm Chanukah Celebration
WHERE: Chabad of The Hamptons, 13 Woods Lane, East Hampton
WHAT: Show your Jewish pride by joining in the MenorahCade! Drive through the streets of East Hampton to Herrick Park for the grand finale Hanukkah celebration featuring Hanukkah treats, fun surprises for the whole family, and the lighting of a 6-foot-tall menorah with local dignitaries.
WANT TO GO? Free. Call to reserve a menorah for your car.
Public Menorah Lighting
WHEN: Monday, Nov. 29, 6pm
WHERE: LIRR Station, Middle Neck Road & Station Plaza, Great Neck
WHAT: Celebrate Hanukkah with music, dancing, doughnuts, and prizes for all kids. Great Neck dignitaries will light the menorah.
WANT TO GO? Free.
GCA Menorah Lighting Ceremony
WHEN: Tuesday, Nov. 30, 5-6:30pm
WHERE: Harborfields Public Library, 31 Broadway, Greenlawn
WHAT: Celebrate the third night of Hanukkah with a community menorah lighting.
WANT TO GO? Free.
Public Menorah Lighting
WHEN: Thursday, Dec. 2, 6pm
WHERE: The Village Green, Middle Neck and Beach roads, Great Neck
WHAT: Celebrate Hanukkah with music, dancing, doughnuts, and prizes for all kids. Great Neck dignitaries will light the menorah.
WANT TO GO? Free.
Commack Community Hanukkah Celebration
WHEN: Thursday, Dec. 2, 7pm
WHERE: The Suffolk Y Jewish Community Center Inc., 6500 Jericho Turnpike, Commack
WHAT: Bring the family to a grand Menorah lighting—dreidels, chocolate gelt, music and more! @ Commack corners shopping center.
WANT TO GO? Free. 631-462-9800.
Chanukah Wonderland
WHEN: Sunday, Dec. 5, 9:30-11:30am
WHERE: The Chai Center, 501 Vanderbilt Parkway, Dix Hills
WHAT: Celebrate Hanukkah with arts and crafts, games, and activities such as decorating doughnuts, sand art, finding Judah the Maccabee, and making special Hanukkah candles.
WANT TO GO? $12. Advanced registration required.
Menorah Lightings in Westchester
Chanukah Car Parade and Menorah Lighting
WHEN: Sunday, Nov. 28, 3:20pm parade line up; 3:45pm parade begins; 4pm menorah lighting and fire juggling show
WHERE: Chabad of Yorktown, 2629 Old Yorktown Road, Yorktown Heights
WHAT: Chabad of Yorktown will be hosting a Hanukkah car parade followed by a public menorah lighting at the Jack Devito Field in Yorktown. There will be a fire juggling show at the menorah lighting.
WANT TO GO? Free. Call or register online to participate in the parade or to reserve a car decorating kit.
Chabad Somers Public Menorah Lighting
WHEN: Sunday, Nov. 28, 6pm
WHERE: Elephant Hotel, 335 US-202, Somers
WHAT: Kick off the first night of Hanukkah with a public menorah lighting.
WANT TO GO? Free.
Community Chanukah Extravaganza: Fire on Ice
WHEN: Sunday, Nov. 28, 4pm
WHERE: Dobbs Ferry Waterfront Park, 87 Ogden Park, Dobbs Ferry
WHAT: Watch the fastest ice carver in Guinness world record carve a giant Ice Menorah. Enjoy a dazzling fire show, and Epic Gelt drop and delicious Latkes and doughnuts.
WANT TO GO? Free. RSVP appreciated.
Menorah Lighting
WHEN: Sunday, Nov. 28, 6pm
WHERE: Cross County Center, 8000 Mall Walk, Yonkers
WHAT: Enjoy a special Hanukkah menorah lighting with the Chabad of Yonkers. The Chabad Rabbi will light the menorah in celebration of the festival of lights, and guests will enjoy live music, cultural dancing, and treats.
WANT TO GO? Free.
Pound Ridge Outdoor Menorah Lighting
WHEN: Sunday, Nov. 28, 6pm
WHERE: Across from 55 Westchester Ave., Pound Ridge
WHAT: Celebrate the first night of Hanukkah with an outdoor Menorah lighting ceremony and gift bags!
WANT TO GO? Free.
Tree & Menorah Lighting
WHEN: Sun., Nov. 28, 6pm
WHERE: St. Luke's Episcopal Church, 68 Bedford Road, Katonah
WHAT: Join the community for a Tree and Menorah Lighting.
WANT TO GO? Free. 914-232-2668. katonahchamber.org
Chanukah Menorah Lighting
WHEN: Sun., Nov. 28, 4pm event begins; 4:30pm, Menorah Lighting
WHERE: Ridge Hill, 1 Ridge Hill Blvd., Yonkers
WHAT: Join Ridge Hill and Chabad of Yonkers for a Chanukah Celebration! Enjoy music from Mr. Shabbos, Chanukah Treats, and a Gelt Drop!
WANT TO GO? Free. 914-207-2900.
Bedford Outdoor Menorah Lighting
WHEN: Sunday, Nov. 28, 3pm Chanukah Village; 4pm Menorah Lighting
WHERE: Bedford Village Green, Bedford
WHAT: Celebrate the first night of Hanukkah when Bedford Village is turned into Chanukah Village! Every store will have a Hanukkah treat for you! Then, get ready to light the menorah!
WANT TO GO? Free.
Menorah Lighting
WHEN: Monday, Nov. 29, 6pm
WHERE: Stratford Town Hall, 2725 Main St., Stratford, CT
WHAT: Celebrate the second night of Hanukkah with a menorah lighting.
WANT TO GO? Free.
Public Menorah Lightings in Rockland
Menorah Lighting and Gelt Drop
WHEN: Wednesday, Dec. 1, 6:30pm
WHERE: Temple Beth El of Rutherford, 185 Montross Ave., Rutherford, NJ
WHAT: Celebrate Hanukkah with a menorah lighting, music, latkes, doughnuts, and a gelt drop from a fire truck!
WANT TO GO: Free.
Annual Christmas Tree & Menorah Lighting
WHEN: Thursday, Dec. 2, 6:30-7pm
WHERE: The Historic Downtown Special Improvement District, 119-158 Newark Ave., Jersey City, NJ
WHAT: Join Mayor Fulop and the HDSID in celebrating the holiday season with the lighting of the Christmas tree and Hanukkah menorah.
WANT TO GO: Free.