First Night Of Hanukkah Candle Lighting 2024. The first night of hanukkah 2024 starts at nightfall on wednesday, dec. In case you've forgotten the blessings, can't remember which way to light the hanukkiyah, or just want to try a new recipe, here's everything you'll need to kick off your celebration this year.

According to hebrew teaching, during the rededication of the temple, the soldiers. Jews celebrate hanukkah by lighting a candle holder known as a menorah.