Hanukkah is celebrated anywhere in the world where there are Jewish people. It is both a home- and community-based holiday rather than something tied to just one country.
Global locations
Hanukkah is celebrated in Israel, where it is a major national holiday and widely observed in public spaces, schools, and homes. It is also celebrated across the Jewish diaspora, including large communities in the United States, Canada, France, the United Kingdom, Russia, Argentina, Australia, and many other countries.
Typical settings
Celebrations usually take place in private homes, where families light a menorah, say blessings, and eat traditional foods. Synagogues, Jewish community centers, and sometimes public squares also host menorah lightings and Hanukkah events that are open to the broader community.
