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Chabad Jewish Community Center of Riverside presents an annual community-wide Chanukah Festival, free of charge and open to the public. The festival features the lighting of Riverside's Menorah, the largest in the region, live music, traditional foods, entertainment, children's crafts, activities, etc.

The festival has grown into one of the premier holiday celebrations in the Inland Empire, sharing Chanukah’s universal message, embracing cultural diversity, and promoting understanding. Each year, the festival is graced by the participation of many elected officials and civic leaders. The festival has become a meaningful event not only for the Jewish community but the community at large.