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Bay Area Rolls Out Hanukkah Events Dec. 13–22, From Menorah Lightings to Food Pop‑Ups

Community calendars highlight public lightings, kid‑focused programs, plus limited‑run menus across the region.

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Avi Haimov of Oakland lights the 15-foot menorah during the 19th annual Grand Hanukkah Celebration on the Lake held at Lake Merritt Amphitheater in Oakland on Dec. 29, 2024. The event was presented by Chabad Oakland. (Jose Carlos Fajardo/Bay Area News Group)

Overview

  • Hanukkah runs eight days this year, beginning at sundown on December 14 and continuing through nightfall on December 22.
  • Oakland’s Grand Lake Menorah Lighting on December 14 features a 15‑foot menorah, performances, hot drinks, latkes and doughnuts at a free community celebration hosted by Chabad Jewish Center of Oakland.
  • Seasonal dining includes Delfina’s “Jew‑ish” menu in San Francisco from December 14–22 and Comal’s ticketed Oaxanukkah dinners in Berkeley on December 15–16.
  • Family offerings range from JCC East Bay’s December 14 festival in Berkeley to a free outdoor community candle lighting in Foster City on December 17 with doughnuts, dreidels, music and gelt.
  • Additional programs include an older‑adults luncheon in Berkeley on December 18 and a “Very Jewish Christmas” concert at Manny’s in San Francisco on December 21.