Hanukkah, the eight-day “festival of lights,” is just around the corner, and Columbus is gearing up for a season of joyous celebrations. Here’s a roundup of can’t-miss events happening in the city to make your Hanukkah brighter than ever.
Menorah Lighting at Easton Town Center
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When: December 30 from 6 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Where: Easton Town Center, Town Square
About: Join Easton and Chabad of Columbus for a dazzling Menorah Lighting at Town Square. This family-friendly event promises an enchanting evening filled with raffle prizes, music, refreshments, and more. Immerse yourself in the holiday spirit, and find out more about this event and other festive happenings at Easton.
Website: Event Details
Jewish Heritage Night with the Columbus Blue Jackets
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When: December 10 at 12 p.m.
Where: Columbus Blue Jackets Game
About: Cheer on the Blue Jackets, participate in the menorah lighting, and enjoy a postgame slapshot on the ice. Tickets include a Blue Jackets scarf and kosher food.
Website: More info
Pre-Hanukkah Celebration at Franklin Park Conservatory
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When: December 17 at 5 p.m.
Where: Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens
About: An evening of children’s crafts, activities, and entertainment, culminating in a public menorah lighting at 7 p.m., as part of Conservatory Aglow.
Website: Get Tickets
Maccabee Landing Dreidel Drop & Chanukah Candy Cannon
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When: December 26 at 2:30 p.m.
Where: Bevelhymer Park Yellow Zone, Westerville, OH
About: Free event featuring a Menorah lighting, a helicopter candy drop, family activities, treats, and more.
Website: RSVP here
The Ohio Statehouse Menorah Lighting
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When: December 26 at 7:30 p.m.
Where: Ohio Statehouse, Museum Gallery
About: Witness the Statehouse Menorah lighting followed by a Chanukah Party inside the Museum Gallery.
Website: Event Details
Bexley Menorah Lighting
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When: December 26 at 6:00 p.m.
Where: Drexel Circle
About: Join in for donuts, dreidels, dancing, and apple cider at the Bexley Menorah Lighting.
Website: Event Details
Ice Skating & Menorah Lighting at Chiller Easton
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When: December 28 at 7 p.m.
Where: Chiller Easton
About: Enjoy ice skating, Chanukah music, crafts, donuts, and more at the Fire & Ice event. Register for the fun.
Website: Register
Friday Night of Lights
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When: December 27 at 4:30 p.m.
Where: Lori Schottenstein Chabad Center, New Albany
About: Grand Menorah lighting followed by a family-friendly three-course meal.
Website: Register
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