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Last day of Hanukkah

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About Last day of Hanukkah

The last day of Hanukkah marks the conclusion of the eight-day Jewish festival of lights, also known as Chanukah. Families gather to light the final candle of the menorah, say special prayers, and share traditional foods like latkes and sufganiyot. This celebration commemorates the rededication of the Second Temple in Jerusalem and is observed by Jewish communities worldwide.

a group of lit candles in a dark room
Photo by Gary Sankary on UnsplashUpdated 14 Nov 2026

How it's celebrated

  • Lighting the menorah for eight nights
  • Playing dreidel
  • Latkes and sufganiyot

When is Last day of Hanukkah in Canada?

Last day of Hanukkah dates from 2023 to 2031

  • 2023Friday, 15 DecemberPast
  • 2025Monday, 22 DecemberPast
  • 2026Saturday, 12 December in 28 days
  • 2028Wednesday, 20 Decemberin 767 days
  • 2029Sunday, 9 Decemberin 1121 days
  • 2030Saturday, 28 Decemberin 1505 days
  • 2031Wednesday, 17 Decemberin 1859 days

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