Chanukah marks the victory of the Jews, led by the Maccabees, against Greek persecution and religious oppression. When the Maccabees arrived to rededicate the Temple, they found only enough oil to burn for one day. Miraculously, it burned for eight. To commemorate the miracle, we celebrate Chanukah for eight days, lighting the Menorah each evening.
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When we dedicate a night to giving back, the glow of our menorah reflects the light we share with our community. From all of us at The Associated, we thank each and every one of you for your continued generosity. Because of you, we can be a spark of change this Chanukah and for years to come.
Mark your calendars. Chanukah, the festival of lights, starts in the evening on December 14, 2025 and ends in the evening of December 22, 2025. It begins on the Hebrew calendar date of 25 Kislev and lasts for eight days.
Chanukah in 2026 and beyond: