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Israel Lights Up Hanukkah with Dazzling Events
14 Dec, 2025
Summary
- Herzliyah's City of Lights features art installations and workshops.
- Tel Aviv's Lumagica boasts a giant Hanukkiyah with thousands of LEDs.
- Multiple theaters offer children's shows across Israel during the holiday.
Israel is embracing the Festival of Lights with a spectacular lineup of events from December 14th through January 15th. Cities like Herzliyah are transforming into "Cities of Lights" with expansive art installations and engaging workshops, offering free entry. Tel Aviv is illuminating Ganei Yehoshua park with Lumagica, an attraction highlighted by one of the world's largest Hanukkiyot, featuring thousands of LED bulbs and a kilometer-long light route.
Families can enjoy a wealth of theatrical productions aimed at various age groups. The Orna Porat Children's Theatre and the Train Theater in Jerusalem are presenting diverse shows, including adaptations of classic tales and stories based on historical figures. Givatayim Theater and the National Library of Israel are also hosting creative festivals with performances and interactive activities.
Further celebrations include atmospheric lantern-lit tours at Jerusalem's Tower of David Museum and themed events at the ANU Museum and The Israel Museum, offering a blend of history, art, and entertainment. Museums like the Bloomfield Science Museum in Jerusalem and the Janco Dada Museum in Ein Hod provide hands-on workshops and interactive experiences for children and families.
