Light. Celebrate. Connect.
Hanukkah across British Columbia
4–12 December 2026
Hanukkah is meant to be seen
From its earliest days, Hanukkah has been a holiday of public light. Menorahs were placed in doorways and windows so their glow could reach everyone passing by.
Brighten BC carries that tradition across our province. Each year, we bring the festival into town squares, city halls and community spaces, so that Jewish life in British Columbia is celebrated openly and shared with all our neighbours.
At a time when many in our community have felt less secure being who they are, that light means more than ever.
Join the celebration
Menorah lightings, community celebrations and cultural experiences will take place in Vancouver and in communities across BC. City halls and iconic buildings will glow blue and white for all to see.
Everyone is welcome. Find a celebration near you, bring your family and friends, and share in the light.
Last year’s celebrations
Nearly 30
communities
About 70
public events
26,000+
people joined online
Menorahs were lit in town squares, fire halls and civic sites. This year, we’re going even bigger.
The Hanukkah Donut Contest is back
Hanukkah Donut Contest
Buy, try and vote for your favourite!
Bakeries across Greater Vancouver and around the province will compete over the eight days of Hanukkah.
Details coming soonParticipating bakeries, how to vote and voting deadline.
Host an event or get involved
Are you planning a Hanukkah event in your community? Add it to the Brighten BC map so more people can find it.
Share the light
Post your Hanukkah moments with #BrightenBC and tag @JFBC.
Together, we can turn individual celebrations into a visible, province-wide expression of Jewish life, pride and connection, and invite all British Columbians to share in the light.
Together, we can Brighten BC.