News Release
Ventura, CA – Chabad of Ventura invites the community to join in celebrating Chanukah 2023 with a series of events, each promising to bring joy, unity, and tradition to the city.
1. 37th Annual Chanukah Festival at Pacific View Mall
Date: Thursday, December 7, 6 PM
Location: Pacific View Mall (entrance to Target)
Join us for a grand menorah lighting ceremony and a festive evening including decorate-your-own dreidel, fresh donuts, and family-friendly activities. Free admission for all. For more details, visit chabadventura.com/hanukkah.
2. Chanukah Festival at Ventura Harbor
Date: Saturday, December 9, 6:30 PM
Location: Ventura Harbor
Celebrate Chanukah with a grand Menorah lighting and Havdallah ceremony. Enjoy arts and crafts, delicious donuts, dreidel games, and a Magic Show performance. Free admission for a fun-filled family night. For more information, visit chabadventura.com/hanukkah.
3. Light Up Downtown: Chanukah Concert & Festival
Date: Sunday, December 10, 4:00 PM – 6:30 PM
Location: California & Main St, Downtown Ventura
An unforgettable evening featuring a live concert by Cedars of Lebanon, artistic performances, dreidel games, face painting, and menorah kits. Highlighted by a grand Menorah lighting and Hanukkah prayer ceremony attended by local city officials. Free admission. Visit lightupdowntown.info for more details.
4. Chanukah Celebration at the Ventura County Government Center
Date: Monday, December 11, 12:00 PM
Location: Courtyard at the Hall of Administration, Ventura County Government Center
Join us for a special midday celebration with hot latkes, fresh donuts, and a Menorah lighting ceremony attended by local county officials. Menorah kits available at the event. Visit chabadventura.com/hanukkah for more details.
Chabad of Ventura is proud to bring these events to the community and invites everyone to join in the celebrations. The series of events are designed to bring joy and warmth to people of all ages and to celebrate the rich traditions of Chanukah.
About Chabad of Ventura:
Chabad of Ventura is dedicated to fostering a welcoming and inclusive environment for strengthening and enhancing Jewish life. It serves as a center for educational, cultural, and spiritual activities for the Ventura Jewish community.
