We would like to wish our readers a Happy Hanukkah with a bright and joyful feastival of lights. Our beautiful city has a number of Jewish inspired celebrations this season and below we’ve listed the biggest Hanukkah inspired happenings in Philadelphia. So as the great Adam Sandler says, “Get out your yamaca, it’s time to celebrate Hanukkah”!
Menorah Car Parade: December 20, 2011 
Meet at Eakins Oval (At the end of the Benjamin Franklin Parkway, just in front of the Philadelphia Museum of Art) for a 100 car, Truck, Hummer, Fire Truck, Ferrari, Limo and Minivan Menorah parade. The parade will end at 5th and Market Independence Menorah for a lighting and Latkes celebration. To reserve your car roof menorah contact us: info@LubavitchHouse.com
Hershel and the Hanukkah Goblins: December 20-31, 2011
What are the villagers to do? The holiday-hating hobgoblins are determined to ruin Hanukkah. Can the wandering Hershel break their spell with nothing but his wits, a few pickles, an old dreidel and the help of a young orphan girl? Don’t miss the alternative theater production of this year’s holiday season inspired by the award-winning children’s picture book of the same name by author Eric Kimmel. An artful stage adaptation told through innovative physical theater, live klezmer music and hand-crafted puppetry, warmth and humor prevail in this spine-tingling tale for the holidays! Kids will be amazed. Adults will be captivated. Rooted in Jewish storytelling, Hershel and the Hanukkah Goblins is contemporary holiday theater for all audiences age 7 to adult. Hershel is a hero for all! $25 for Adults and $16 for children For information visit their website
Moo Shu Jew Show: December 24, 2011
A chinese banquet with a host of Jewish inspired stand-up comedy has provided entertainment to the Jewish community on Christmas Eve since 2008. Tickets are available for $65 per person in advance or $70 at the door. Dinner begins at 6:00pm at Joy Tsin Lau at 1026 Race Street. For information and advanced tickets visit: https://www.gershmany.org/programs.php
Being Jewish at Christmas: December 25, 2011
This fabulous event at the National Museum of Jewish American History includes music, food, children’s activities and so much more, offering a great way for those who do not celebrate Christmas to spend the day. This event is also FREE with the cost of Museum admission. Details are available on their website.
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