Update: This story was revised on December 7, 2023 to add the event.
Hanukkah, the eight-day Jewish festival of lights, is celebrated across Dallas-Fort Worth with events featuring the lighting of menorahs, special prayers, music, holiday food and more. His vacation begins on December 7th. Please be sure to check each website for schedule changes and other updates.
north park menorah display
free The Hanukkah menorah will be on display on Level 1 between Neiman Marcus and Dillard's.
Through Dec. 16 at NorthPark Center, 8687 North Central Expressway, Dallas. free. northparkcenter.com.
Galleria Hanukkah Menorah lighting
free On Hanukkah night, candles are lit in the Galleria's large menorah. The opening night will feature remarks from Temple Shalom Rabbi Andrew Paley, a performance by the temple's youth choir, and for a limited time, jelly donuts.
Starting at 6 p.m. Dec. 7 at Galleria Dallas (13350 Dallas Parkway, Dallas), Level 1 (near Tiffany's). free. galleriadallas.com.
Chabad and Hanukkah Celebrations in Plano
free The lighting of this menorah is done in honor of the Israel Defense Forces. There will be live music by Israeli Defense Forces Officer Rav Pudaya and traditional sweets such as Hanukkah light-up necklaces, latkes, donuts and chocolate coins.
Dec. 7, 5:30 p.m., Shoppes at Willow Bend, 6121 W. Park Blvd., Plano. free. chabadplano.org.
Klyde Warren Park Menorah Lighting
free The giant pink menorah returns to the downtown Deck Park for evening illumination. InTown Chabad will host a special celebration on Dec. 10 with music, gel drops, Hanukkah treats, and the lighting of the menorah at sunset.
The night lights will be turned on at sunset from Dec. 7 to 15, and will be held at Klyde Warren Park on the Woodall Rogers Freeway in Dallas on Dec. 10 from 5 to 7 p.m. kleidewallenpark.org; theintownchabad.com.
Unite through the light of Southlake
free Chabad of Southlake holds a menorah lighting ceremony on the fourth night of Hanukkah. The event will feature balloon twisters, crafts for kids, a DJ, gel drops and more.
Dec. 10 at 5 p.m. at Southlake Town Square, 1400 Main Street, Southlake. jewishsouthlake.com/tools/events/register_cdo/eventid/16162.
City Line Grand Menorah Lighting
free At sunset, candles will be lit in the 9-foot-tall menorah, followed by a drop of chocolate coins from the Richardson Fire Department's ladder truck. Enjoy Hanukkah crafts and snacks. Richardson Mayor Bob Dubay will also be in attendance at the event, which is sponsored by Chabad of Richardson and the University of Texas at Dallas.
Dec. 10 at 5 p.m. at Cityline Plaza, 1250 State St., Richardson. free. facebook.com/chabadatutd.
Hanukkah lights are lit on the farm
Visit the Heritage Farmstead Museum in Plano for a celebration of the 6th night of Hanukkah. This event allows participants to have the farm to themselves. The event is part of the Lights on the Farm festival, which features an outdoor holiday light display. There will be menorah lighting, kosher treats such as sufganiyot, a dreidel-twirling contest, and an opportunity to view light displays and holiday displays. To ensure a safe night, you must present state-approved identification upon arrival.
Dec. 12 from 5 to 6:30 p.m. at the Heritage Farmstead Museum, 1900 W. 15th St., Plano. Adults $7, children $3. heritagefarmstead.org; eventbright.com.
Hanukkah story time
free Children can listen to stories, sing songs and make crafts inspired by the Festival of Lights. Sponsored by Aaron Family Jewish Community Center.
10:30 a.m. Dec. 13 at Bookmark Library, NorthPark Center, 8687 North Central Expressway, Dallas. jccdallas.org/Hanukkah.
Community Lighting and Dinner at The J
The Jewish Community Center of Dallas will host family-friendly activities following the menorah lighting and dinner.
Dec. 13 at 5:30 p.m. at the Aaron Family Jewish Community Center, 7900 Northhaven Road, Dallas. Adults $12, children $8. jccdallas.org/Hanukkah.
Frisco Community Hanukkah Celebration
free Chabad of Frisco will hold its annual celebration and menorah lighting ceremony in a new location this year at The Star Square in Frisco. Entertainment and hospitality are also available.
Dec. 14, 6 p.m., The Star in Frisco, 1 Cowboys Way, Frisco. free. ChabadFrisco.org/Chanukah.
Hanukkah in the park
free Join the East Dallas Jewish community and celebrate culture and unity. The evening will include the lighting of the menorah at sunset and a prayer for peace. There will also be Hanukkah sweets and an LED light show.
Dec. 14 at 5:30 p.m. at Linsley Park, 7115 Linsley Ave., Dallas. eventbright.com.
