Hanukkah 2026 runs from the evening of Dec 4 to Dec 12, and the public events below fall on Dec 6, 8, 9 and 10. Each one is listed on the organizer's own 2026 page, and four of the five say they are free. Many Florida organizers had not posted 2026 events when this guide was checked, so only confirmed events are included.
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Menorah Lighting Celebration
The City of Fort Lauderdale honors the third night of Hanukkah at Las Olas Oceanside Park, 3000 E. Las Olas Blvd., with the traditional menorah lighting, music and customary treats. The city lists the event as free.
Grand Chanukah Klezmer Festival and Menorah Lighting
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Chabad of Venice lists a live concert by the Miami Klezmer Band at the Gazebo in Centennial Park in downtown Venice, a 16 foot menorah lighting with local dignitaries, a Hebrew School performance, kids' activities, food, a grand raffle and Judah the Maccabee, an 8 foot mascot. The page says it is free and open to all.
Insider note — The organizer asks for a free RSVP through its Chanukah page. The flyer lists the address as 200 W. Venice Ave.
Memorial Park Menorah Lighting
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Chabad San Marco invites the public to a menorah lighting with fresh hot latkes and lively festive music as the sun sets, in the Riverside area. The organizer states that these are free events open to all.
Insider note — The organizer asks for an RSVP on its Chanukah page.
Chanukah at Wellen Park
Chabad of Venice lists a free Chanukah celebration in Downtown Wellen Park with a live concert by The Freilach Band, a grand menorah lighting, a snow globe photo booth, and arts and crafts. The flyer lists the address as 19745 Wellen Park Blvd.
Insider note — The organizer asks for a free RSVP through its Chanukah page.
Grand Menorah Lighting and Fire Show
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Chabad San Marco lists a menorah lighting at San Marco Square with a fire show, sizzling latkes, lively Chanukah music and raffles. The organizer states that these are free events open to all.
Insider note — The organizer asks for an RSVP on its Chanukah page.
Good to know
When is Hanukkah in 2026?
Chabad centers in Florida list Hanukkah 2026 as Dec 4 to Dec 12. Chabad.org's calendar lists the first candle on the evening of Friday, Dec 4.
Where is the Fort Lauderdale menorah lighting in 2026?
The City of Fort Lauderdale lists a Menorah Lighting Celebration on Sunday, Dec 6 at 6 p.m. at Las Olas Oceanside Park, 3000 E. Las Olas Blvd. It is listed as free.
Are there Hanukkah festivals near Sarasota in 2026?
Chabad of Venice lists the Grand Chanukah Klezmer Festival and Menorah Lighting on Dec 6 at 4:30 p.m. in Venice, and Chanukah at Wellen Park on Dec 9 at 5 p.m. Both are listed as free.
Is there a Hanukkah menorah lighting in Jacksonville in 2026?
Chabad San Marco lists a Memorial Park Menorah Lighting on Tuesday, Dec 8 at 5:30 p.m. and a Grand Menorah Lighting and Fire Show at San Marco Square on Thursday, Dec 10 at 5:30 p.m.
Do I need to RSVP?
Chabad of Venice and Chabad San Marco both ask for RSVPs on their Chanukah pages, and both say the events are free. Fort Lauderdale's page does not mention an RSVP.
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