Best Things to Do for Hanukkah Fun in Atlanta

Menorah Lighting at Avalon

Hanukkah begins at sundown on December 14. Celebrate the Festival of Lights with menorah lightings, entertainment, treats and more.

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Hanukkah 2025 Storytimes & Signings

Join local author Barbara Kimmel as she reads “Hanukkah Hippity-Hop,” and download a free activity kit. Dec. 2-3, 6-8, 10 and 17.

STEAM Hanukkah with PJ Library and The Epstein School in Sandy Springs

A hands-on afternoon of STEAM projects and Hanukkah stories. Dec. 7.

Hanukkah in the Park in Cumming

Blend fun and learning as you explore the magic of Hanukkah with cookies, stories and more. Dec. 7.

Hanukkah Storytime with Laural Snyder – The Book of Candles at Little Shop of Stories

Local author Laurel Snyder will read her newest book celebrating this holiday tradition. Dec. 7.

Home Depot Menorah Workshop at Home Depot

Build and personalize a wooden menorah, listen to Chanukah music, taste delicious latkes and chocolate gelt and more. Dec. 7.

Community Hanukkah Candle Lighting at MJCCA Zaban Park

Join daily candle lightings with songs and blessings. Dec. 12-19.

Dreidels and Discovery: Spin, Learn and Celebrate at Gesher L’Torah

Join in treats, learning, games and more. Dec. 14.

Chanukah Festival and Menorah Lighting at Vinings Jubilee

Celebrate with treats, face painting, a giant snow globe, a fire show and more. Dec. 14.

Menorah Lighting at Avenue East Cobb

Family-friendly activities include a traditional lighting ceremony, treats, a gelt drop and more. Dec. 14.

Cookies & Community: A Hanukkah Celebration at East Cobb

Kids can unleash their creativity to decorate Hanukkah-themed cookies. Dec. 14.

Glow Strong: A Family Hanukkah Celebration at MJCCA Zaban Park

The whole family will enjoy active play, creative crafts, beloved holiday traditions and interactive stations. Dec. 14.

Menorah Lighting at Avalon

Join a traditional Menorah lighting ceremony with refreshments, music and entertainment. Dec. 14.

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. 14.

Celebrate Hanukkah at Children’s Museum of Atlanta

Enjoy a musical performance by Michael Levine. Dec. 14.

Celebrate Chanukah with Chabad Intown

Enjoy music, live entertainment, Chanukah treats, menorah lightings and more as part of these celebrations. Dec. 14-15, 18 and 21.

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. 15.