2022 Hanukkah Events Guide: Menorah lightings, live music events and more
We’re keeping track of all the Hanukkah events, markets and menorah lightings in and near the Triangle all December long.
We’ll keep adding to this list as we learn of more markets and pop-up events in the area. If you see something we missed, email us at ask@newsobserver.com.
The first night of Hanukkah begins at sundown on Dec. 18 with the holiday celebrated for eight nights.
Important: Whenever possible, please check the website for each event or venue prior to heading out to verify hours of operation (which can change) and to learn more about rain dates for outdoor events.
December 4
▪ Handmade Hanukkah Market: Jewish artisans will be selling their work including jewelry, baked goods, pottery, textiles, woodwork and more. Shop local and support your community while finding great gifts for your loved ones. Time: 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Location: Temple Beth Or, 5315 Creedmoor Rd., Raleigh Info: tboraleigh.org/handmade
▪ The Triangle Jewish Chorale will present “A Feast of Old Favorites” Time: 3 p.m. Location: Levin Jewish Community Center, 1937 W. Cornwallis Road, Durham Cost: Free Info: trianglejewishchorale.org
December 18
▪ Apex Chanukah Festival: Holiday crafts and games for children of all ages, followed by a grand menorah lighting. Time: 3-5 p.m. Location: 53 Hunter St., Apex Info: chabadofcary.org
▪ Grand Menorah Lighting: Gelt Drop with the Apex Fire Department. Fire show, doughnuts, hot drinks, Yalla Kosher Food Truck. Time: 5:15 p.m. Location: 220 Salem St., Apex Info: chabadofcary.org
▪ Outdoor Chanukah Celebration: Presented by Chabad at Duke University & Durham Chapel Hill. Celebration at Streets at Southpoint Mall. Time: 4:30 p.m. Location: Barnes & Noble, 8030 Renaissance Parkway, Durham Info: jewishdch.com
▪ Menorah Lighting on the Green: Join Lafayette Village and Chabad Center of Raleigh for the Grand Menorah Lighting. Time: 3:45 p.m. Location: Lafayette Village, 8450 Honeycutt Road, Raleigh Info: eventbrite.com/e/menorah-lighting-on-the-green-tickets-467566001497
▪ DTR Menorah Lighting: Join in celebrating the festival of lights with a beautiful Menorah lighting ceremony, led by Mayor Mary-Ann Baldwin and Congressman Wiley Nickel. There will be plenty of warm drinks, fresh latkes and traditional donuts to go around! Time: 5:30 p.m. Location: The Duke Energy Center for Performing Arts Info: dukeenergycenterraleigh.com/events/dtr-menorah-lighting
December 19
▪ Menorah Lighting: The Town of Cary will unveil its new menorah on the second night of Hanukkah. The Town of Cary has partnered with Beth Shalom congregation, Jewish Federation of Raleigh-Cary and Chabad of Cary for a special celebration with treats, fun for kids, and holiday music for all to enjoy. Time: 5:30 p.m. Location: Cary Arts Center Info: townofcary.org
December 22
▪ Morrisville Menorah Lighting: Rabbi Yisroel Cotlar will perform the lighting ceremony at the Indian Creek Greenway & Trailhead. Time: 5:30 p.m. Location: 101 Town Hall Drive, Morrisville Info: facebook.com/events/593865805838442
December 25
▪ Mitzvah Day at Jewish for Good: Mitzvah is the Hebrew word for “good deed.” People of all faiths are welcome to participate and help make a difference on Christmas day. The inspiration for Mitzvah Day is to help less-fortunate individuals in our community and to provide an opportunity for volunteers to experience the joy of helping others. The volunteers will serve two dozen different organizations on Christmas Eve/Day. Times and locations vary depending on the volunteer service performed. Visit the website to sign up for a volunteer shift and learn more about the day of service in the Triangle. Info: jewishforgood.org/mitzvah-day
This story was originally published November 30, 2022 at 10:26 AM with the headline "2022 Hanukkah Events Guide: Menorah lightings, live music events and more."
