Celebrate the festival of lights with these events.
WASHINGTON — Hanukkah, oh Hanukkah, come light the menorah — at these 9 events.
The Festival of Lights begins Wednesday night, and there are lots of events people can head to, have a party, and dance the hora.
Here are 9 things to do this Hanukkah in the DMV area:
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National Menorah LightingDec. 254 p.m.The Ellipse, Washington, D.C.This annual event features the lighting of the National Menorah, the world’s largest, accompanied by musical performances and special guests. Tickets are available online.
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Main Street Menorah LightingDec. 255:30 – 7:30 p.m.Old Town Fairfax SquareThis community event includes entertainment, hot latkes and donuts, crafts, games and a gelt drop. Admission is free and open to all.
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Fair Oaks Mall Menorah LightingDec. 265:30 p.m.Fair Oaks MallThe mall will host a grand menorah lighting for the first time, featuring free latkes and donuts, live performances, and Chanukah swag giveaways.
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Chanukah Festival at The LyceumDec. 266 p.m.The Lyceum: …