COLUMBUS, Ohio — The evening of Dec. 25 marks the first night of Hanukkah, Judaism’s “festival of lights.”
On eight consecutive nights, Jews worldwide will gather with family and friends to light the menorah. If you want to experience a Hanukkah celebration with the community, check out these events around central Ohio.
Tuesday, Dec. 17 from 5 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
An evening of children’s crafts, activities, and entertainment, culminating in a public menorah lighting at 7 p.m., as part of Conservatory Aglow. Click here for tickets.
Wednesday, Dec. 25 at 6:30 p.m. | Kitchen of Life, 2525 E. Main St.
Featuring Hanukkah cookie decorating and whimsical Hanukkah crafts, step into a winter wonderland. RSVP here.
Thursday, Dec. 26 at 2:30 p.m. | Bevelhymer Park Yellow Zone, Westerville, OH
Free event featuring a menorah lighting, a helicopter Hanukkah candy drop and festive family activities. You can RSVP here.
Thursday, Dec. 26 at 6 p.m. | Drexel Circle
Join in for donuts, dreidels, dancing and apple cider at the Bexley Menorah Lighting.
Thursday, Dec. 26 at 7:30 p.m.
There will be a menorah lighting in the West Plaza, followed by a Hanukkah reception with latkes and other food in the Statehouse Museum Library.
Friday, Dec. 27 at 4:30 p.m. | Lori Schottenstein Chabad Center, New Albany
Grand Menorah lighting followed by a Shabbat candle lighting and a three-course meal. Register here.
Saturday, Dec. 28 at 7 p.m. | Chiller Easton
Enjoy ice skating, Hanukkah music, crafts, donuts and more at the Fire & Ice event. Register here.
Sunday, Dec. 29 at 2:30 p.m. | Rodeo Run Stables, 11641 Alspach Road NW, Canal Winchester
Witness the story of the Maccabees come to life in this live-action reenactment of the story of Hanukkah.
Monday, Dec. 30 at 6 p.m.
Join Easton and Chabad Columbus for a special menorah lighting at the Town Square. It’s a family party with sufganiyot, dreidels, music, dancing and refreshments.
Tuesday, Dec. 31 at 8 p.m. | Nationwide Arena
Cheer on the Blue Jackets, participate in the menorah lighting and enjoy a postgame slapshot on the ice. Tickets include a CBJ scarf and a kosher hot dog.
Wednesday, Jan. 1 at 5 p.m.
Head to Polaris for a menorah lighting with donuts, dreidels and dancing.
Wednesday, Jan. 1 at 5 p.m.
Tuttle is hosting a menorah lighting with donuts, dreidels and dancing.
