Latke feasts, menorah lightings, and so much more.
It ’s that time of twelvemonth again . Time to find the menorah , load up on moolah , and dust off the dreidel , because Hanukkah , the Judaic Festival of Lights , get down Sunday , December 18 at sundown and go forward for a sum of eight nights . This twelvemonth ’s vacation brings new parties and celebration , specialization made - to - lodge meals , and menorah firing at home and around the metropolis . So , if yourlatkegame could use some professional help or if you want to celebrate at a themeddive cake , we ’ve get you covered with this list of the good way to celebrate Hanukkah in DC this year .
Order latkes and other dainty from Call Your MotherOngoingMultiple locationsThe self - predicate “ Jew - ish ” delicatessen Call Your Mother is celebrating the vacation with a rima oris - watering catering bill of fare of traditional dishes and twists on the classics . The Hanukkah card is available December 18 - 24 , but all orders must be placed by Friday , December 16 . Choose from latke platters ( potato pancake will get stale and do with reheating instructions ) with delectable attention deficit hyperactivity disorder - ons like smoked salmon , apple crush , and horseradish creme fraiche , or opt for something fresh with a hiss - true guava doughnut ( Call Your female parent ’s take on the traditional sufganiyot ) . If you miss the pre - order deadline , reverence not : you’re able to still stop by the shop during normal hours for bagel sandwiches , individual destiny of latkes , and other Jewish deli - inhale treats . Cost : Varies
Cheers each night at one of DC’s favorite dive bars
Now through December 31ShawLegendary dive legal community Ivy & Coney is continuing its annual tradition of morphing in Chai - vy and Cohen - y , a Hanukkah - themed bar . Come for the menorah lighting at 7 post-mortem examination each nighttime and bask latkes , sufganiyot - guess , and Manischewitz ( if you know , you know ) . Sales of kosher wine-coloured will benefit HIAS , an international Jewish humanitarian organisation that provides life-sustaining serve to refugees and mental institution seeker in more than 20 countries . Cost : Varies
Attend the National Menorah Lighting
Sunday , December 18DowntownReserve a free ticket to attend the firing of the National Menorah on the Ellipse , just across from the White House . The National Menorah is the large in the world and the special event is viewed by millions across the world . It ’s the everlasting way to quetch off the vacation , and you ’ll probably charm a coup d’oeil of particular Edgar Albert Guest including President Joe Biden , Vice President Kamala Harris , and members of congress . price : Free
Celebrate the first night at Metrobar
Sunday , December 18EdgewoodBefore lighting the first standard candle on your menorah , point to Metrobar to cheers to the holiday . The legal community is celebrate with hot swallow , vegan donuts from Donut Run , and a menorah lighting . If you miss the first night , no sweat . The legal profession will be lighting its menorah every day after sundown . Cost : Varies
Light candles with local Jewish organizations
Sunday , December 18 – Sunday , December 25Union MarketHead to Neal Place in Union Market each night of Hanukkah to conjoin Judaic organizations from around DC for a nightly menorah inflammation . The lighting will happen each night at 6:30 pm and feature a different organization include Jews United For Justice , Bet Mishpachah , Hill Havurah , Moishe Houses DC , and others . Cost : gratis
Enjoy a special meal at SABABA
Sunday , December 18 – Sunday , December 25Cleveland ParkModern Israeli eating place SABABA is celebrating Hanukkah with eight night of holiday dinner . lay off in between December 18 and 25 for festive specials like tater latke vichyssoise crown with leeks and slow manipulate in cream , schmaltz chopped chicken liver with firmly - boiled ball and house hole , duck confit served with spiced Israeli couscous , and braise beef brisket with sweet potato chraimeh . Cost : Varies
Have an epic holiday meal at home without lifting a finger
Sunday , December 18 – Sunday , December 25Ivy CityChef Matt Baker , the lauded chef behind Gravitas , is put together a full Hanukkah feast for you to bring home and swear out — no strain or planning require . His CMB at Home Hanukkah Package flow up to four and includes crispy latkes with herbaceous plant off-key cream and apple compote , matzo ball soup with shredded chicken , dill , and mirepoix , plus sides like pommes puree , roast baby carrots , and a alternative of one entree and one sweet . select from easy - braise beef brisket with roasted veg and gripe jus or a whole - ridicule dorade . And just because you’re able to , add on an order of caviar . Cost:$195 for a package that feed four
Toast the holiday at The Wharf’s stylish new hotel
Sunday , December 18 – Sunday , December 25The WharfThe sleek , stylish , andbrand - new Pendry Hotelwill be observe Hanukkah with a nightly menorah ignition that is open to the populace . On the first night , guests and local anesthetic are invited to block off in for a champagne toast go with by theatre - made babka , before digging into the rest of the bar ’s cocktail list . Cost : Varies
Party for a good cause at a ‘Hora and Heat’ happy hour
Celebrate and skate at ‘Lights & Ice’
Wednesday , December 21Navy YardThe Canal Park Ice skating rink on the Capitol Riverfront is celebrating Hanukkah with a “ Lights & Ice ” skate dark on December 21 . Skate on the rink in the freshness of the outdoor menorah and enjoy detached sinker , dreidels , and gelt . The first 100 people to arrive will receive a complimentary ice skate rental . Cost : Varies
Photo by Tim Casey
