Best Things to Do for Hanukkah Fun in Atlanta

Menorah Lighting at Avalon

Hanukkah begins at sundown on December 4. Celebrate the Festival of Lights with menorah lightings, entertainment, treats and more.

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Hanukkah 2026 Storytimes & Signings

Join local author Barbara Kimmel as she reads “Hanukkah Hippity-Hop.” Nov. 4-Dec. 7.

Chanukah Bazaar and Gift Market at Chabad Intown

This holiday gift fair includes festive décor, music and drinks. Nov. 29.

Hanukkah Candle Lighting at MJCCA Zaban Park

Join daily candle lightings with songs and blessings. Dec. 4-10.

Havdallah and Menorah Lighting at Congregation Gesher L’Torah

Celebrate with a menorah lighting. Dec. 5.

Grand Stories, Little Listeners: A Chanukah Adventure in Midtown

This intergenerational celebration connects grandparents and kids through storytelling. Dec. 6.

Hanukkah Craft Fair and Party at Gesher L’Torah

Join in treats, learning, games and more. Dec. 6.

STEAM Storytime: Hanukkah Lights at The Davis Academy

Explore music, light and the miracle of oil with different activities and stories. Dec. 6.

Light Up the Alcove: A Hanukkah Drop-In Celebration at MJCCA

Drop by for festive snacks, games and crafts. Dec. 6.

Celebrate Hanukkah at Children’s Museum of Atlanta

Enjoy a musical performance by Michael Levine. Dec. 6.

Chanukah Festival at Vinings Jubilee

Celebrate with treats, face painting, a giant snow globe, a fire show and more. Dec. 6.

Menorah Lighting at The Forum Peachtree Corners

Join the city and Chabad Enrichment Center of Gwinnett for a celebration featuring a menorah lighting, family-friendly activities and entertainment. Dec. 6.

Menorah Lighting at Avenue East Cobb

Family-friendly activities include a traditional lighting ceremony, treats, a gelt drop and more. Dec. 6.

Celebrate Chanukah with Chabad Intown

Enjoy music, live entertainment, Chanukah treats, menorah lightings and more as part of these celebrations. Dec. 6-7 and 9-10.

Smyrna Giant Gelt Drop at Brawner Hall

Hosted by Chabad Smyrna Vinings, this event features face painting, balloons, music and Chanukah treats, including chocolate gelt raining down from the sky. Dec. 7.