Free Hanukkah Events Near Me: How to Find Them
Enter your ZIP to find free Hanukkah lightings for December 4-12, then confirm times before heading out.
To find free events for Hanukkah, the Jewish Festival of Lights with nightly menorah lightings, enter your ZIP in the Chanukah Event Directory from Chabad.org. In 2026 it runs from nightfall December 4 to nightfall December 12, per Chabad.org's Hanukkah dates guide. Start with that directory, then check your city or town calendar for the same week.
Look for listings marked free and note the address, time and any RSVP note.
Verification note: Program terms and availability can change. This page was checked against linked sources on November 02, 2026.
How do you search by ZIP and date?
Search early in November for the December 4-12 window. Enter your ZIP code or city name and scan for public lightings near you. Keep the date range tight so school-night plans stay simple.
Compare the directory result with your city calendar. City pages often add parking, room and schedule notes.
- Enter ZIP, then try city name.
- Filter to December 4-12.
- Open each listing for time and address.
Which free events are verified for 2026?
The Town of Apex lists a Chanukah Festival on December 6, 2026, from 3 to 6 p.m. at Apex Senior Center, 63 Hunter Street. Details include games, crafts, food and an outdoor menorah lighting, per the Town of Apex event listing.
The City of Fort Lauderdale lists a Menorah Lighting Celebration on December 6, 2026, at 6 p.m. with lighting, music and treats. The calendar marks Cost: Free, as shown in the City of Fort Lauderdale calendar.
These are two verified options for December 6. Use them as a starting point and keep searching your own ZIP.
What should you confirm before you go?
Open the listing again before you leave and check time, address and any RSVP or entry note. Outdoor ceremonies can shift with weather, so look for an update on the same page. Bring the listing address and arrive early for parking and seating.
If plans change, pick another nearby lighting in the same date range.
How do you keep the outing free?
Choose listings marked free and read what is included. Some programs list crafts, food or treats as part of the event. Save the listing page so you can check updates.
Recheck the listing the day before you go for any time change.