"Lighting it up since 1975, San Francisco celebrates the 50th anniversary of the first giant public menorah outside Israel, a landmark Bill Graham project that went on to inspire thousands of menorahs around the world. This year's eight-night festival brings music, community gatherings, and nightly ceremonies honoring leaders and traditions across the Jewish community. Union Square Menorah Lighting Schedule 2025 December 14-22, 2025 Sunday, December 14"
"4:30-6:30 pm - Bill Graham All Stars featuring Jordan Feinstein (keys/vocals, Jordan and the Ritual), Byron Rynes (guitar, Grateful for the Blues), Aaron Kaplan (guitar), Ben Bernstein (bass), Michael Bogart (trumpet, formerly Tower of Power), and Greg Errico (drums, original Sly and the Family Stone) 5:00 pm - Menorah Lighting Ceremony honoring SF Mayor Daniel Lurie, Rabbi Brian Lurie, State Senator Scott Wiener, Felix Vulis and Family, David Graham, Danny Scher, Friends of Bill, dignitaries and special guests"
"Monday, December 15 Tuesday, December 16 5:00 pm - 3rd Lighting Ceremony honoring the Klaber and Krug Family 6:30-8:00 pm - Chanukah Party at NEMA, 8 10th Streetemail to RSVP. Chanukah giveaways, festive holiday food, and DJ Malki. Wednesday, December 17 5:00 pm - 4th Lighting Ceremony honoring the SFPD and the Dryan/Bernstein Family 8:00 pm - YJP Chanukah LUX @ Madarae (Tickets) Thursday, December 18 4:00-7:00 pm - Thrive City event (RSVP and more details) 8:00 pm - 5th Lighting Ceremony in Union Square"
San Francisco marks the 50th anniversary of the first giant public menorah outside Israel, created by Bill Graham, with an eight-night Union Square festival December 14–22, 2025. The event schedule features daily menorah lightings, live music performances, children's crafts and shows, community parties, and ceremonies honoring civic leaders, families, the SFPD, and diverse Jewish community groups. Featured performers include the Bill Graham All Stars and other local artists. Additional activities include Thrive City events, YJP Chanukah LUX, a Chanukah party at NEMA, a menorah car parade, and a grand finale lighting honoring the Russian Jewish-speaking community.
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