This year, Hanukkah begins on Sunday, Dec. 14, 2025, and runs until Monday, Dec. 22, 2025. You can see why it gets confused as a Jewish version of Christmas—the dates are pretty close, and even overlap during some years.? SIGN UP for Parade's Daily newsletter to get the latest pop culture news & celebrity interviews delivered right to your inbox ?
How Long Does Hanukkah Last?
It is, and it isn't. Hanukkah does fall on the same exact date according to the lunar Hebrew calendar. The date always starts on the 25th day of Kislev. Kislev is the ninth month of the Hebrew Calendar. It ends on the second day of the tenth month, Tevet. The Hebrew calendar is based on the moon's cycles, which differ from our calendar.Our calendar is based on the Gregorian, or solar calendar, which means that it is based on the Earth's rotation around the sun. Since the Hebrew and Gregorian calendars have different cycles from each other, the date on the Hebrew calendar will coincide with a different date on the Gregorian calendar.Since the Hebrew calendar includes about twelve and a half lunar months, they incorporate a leap month every few years to keep the calendar consistent with the seasons. So, Hanukkah will always start on the 25th day of Kislev, which can fall on any date between late November and December on the Gregorian calendar.Related: 14 Movies To Watch While You Celebrate Hanukkah This Year
What Happens on Each Night of Hanukkah?
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What Is Forbidden on Hanukkah?
Since Hanukkah is considered a joyous occasion, fasting and mourning are forbidden. Many individuals also choose not to work on Hanukkah, especially when the candles are being lit.
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