It's that time of year again. Families across the Hudson Valley are getting into the Chanukah spirit with community lighting ceremonies and celebrations. We have rounded them up right here for you!
December 9 Happy Hanukkah Story Time!
Celebrate Hanukkah at the library! We'll read a story, learn Hanukkah traditions and more in this family program with Miss Roz! This is a family program recommended for children ages 3 & up. This is a participatory program for children and their caregiver. Registration required. Hopewell Junction. 5pm
December 14 The Great Menorah Lego Build
Join this epic community Lego Build for night number 1!!! Led by a Lego architect, we will all get a chance to help Construct the biggest Lego Menorah in the County! Live music, Lego crafts, Lego-Latke Bar, donuts, festive Lego Menorah Lighting and more! This event is free of charge but pre-registration is a must! We can’t wait to build, light and celebrate! Chester. 3pm
December 14 Hanukkah Concert and Giant Menorah Lighting
We are excited to announce this year's Hanukkah festival, featuring a concert by local Cantors, our annual "Latkes, Vodkas and Babkas" reception, and community giant menorah lighting! This event is free to the public and family friendly. Join us at Kol Yisrael in Newburgh for this joyful afternoon and come back each night of Hanukkah for our menorah lighting and special programming. Newburgh. 1:30pm
December 14 Menorah Lighting Celebration
Join us for a community Menorah Lighting in partnership with Chabad Jewish Monticello on December 14 at 4 PM, marking the first night of Chanukah. As part of our all-inclusive season of lights, we welcome everyone to gather, reflect, and celebrate together. After the lighting, head into the Holiday Hub to warm up with donuts, music, and dancing. Bethel. 4pm
December 15 Chanukah Goshen Village Walk for Children
Chanukah comes to Main St! Walk along the enchanted street with your child. Children visit participating diff. shops for Chanukah gifts, crafts, and activities. Map & bag picked up @ Goshen Hardware on Main St. Meet at the village green for grand menorah lighting and famous gelt drop, raining down thousands of chocolate coins at (6) PM. Doughnuts, Hot cocoa and hotpot ato Latkehs. Community Unity Event. Music, Joy & Festivity. All are invited-not exclusive for Goshen residents. Free event. Goshen. 4:45pm
December 15 Menorah Lighting
Celebrate Chanukah at Cross County Center with a traditional menorah lighting hosted by Chabad of Yonkers. Rabbi Mendy Hurwitz will light the menorah in celebration of the festival of lights, and guests will enjoy live music, cultural dancing, and delicious treats. The event will take place near Macy's. With its outdoor setting, free up-close parking and family-friendly amenities, Cross County Center is a one-stop for holiday shopping, dining, and entertainment. Kingston. 7pm
December 15 Menorah Lighting
Join Congregation Agudas Israel each night of Hanukkah to help light the giant Menorah with hot chocolate and Dunkin' Donuts. Newburgh. 5:30pm
December 16 The Great Lego Menorah Build & Celebration
Outdoor Menorah Lighting, epic fire truck gelt drop, catch gelt in fire hats, Chanukah parachutes, 8 lucky gelt raffle prizes, sizzling latkes and hot cocoa, donuts and dreidels. Chester. 6pm
December 16 Menorah Lighting
Join Congregation Agudas Israel each night of Hanukkah to help light the giant Menorah with hot chocolate and Dunkin' Donuts. Newburgh. 5:30pm
December 17 Chanukah Celebration and Gelt Drop
Menorah Lighting (4th night), chocolate gelt drop with EFFD, Kosher donuts, hot latkes, hot drinks, dreidel guess, and fun for the whole family. Hopewell Junction. 5:30pm
December 17 Menorah Lighting
Join Congregation Agudas Israel each night of Hanukkah to help light the giant Menorah with hot chocolate and Dunkin' Donuts. Newburgh. 5:30pm
December 18 Menorah Lighting
Join Congregation Agudas Israel each night of Hanukkah to help light the giant Menorah with hot chocolate and Dunkin' Donuts. Newburgh. 5:30pm
December 19 Menorah Lighting
Join Congregation Agudas Israel each night of Hanukkah to help light the giant Menorah with hot chocolate and Dunkin' Donuts. Newburgh. 5:30pm
December 20 Menorah Lighting
Join Congregation Agudas Israel each night of Hanukkah to help light the giant Menorah with hot chocolate and Dunkin' Donuts. Newburgh. 5:30pm
December 20 Sugar Loaf Menorah Lighting
Come out in support as we light menorah and show we matter!! Chocolate Gelt for the kids, doughnuts and dreidels. Joyous and special invitation! Outdoors. Chester. 5:45pm
December 21 Menorah Lighting
Join Congregation Agudas Israel each night of Hanukkah to help light the giant Menorah with hot chocolate and Dunkin' Donuts. Newburgh. 5:30pm
Updated December 2, 2025
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