"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"
"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"
San Francisco marks the 50th anniversary of the first giant public menorah outside Israel, a Bill Graham project that inspired thousands worldwide. Union Square will host an eight-night Menorah lighting festival from December 14–22, 2025. The festival includes daily lighting ceremonies honoring civic and community leaders, musical performances, children's crafts, and community parties. Highlights include a Bill Graham All Stars performance, a children's Chanukah show, a Chanukah party at NEMA, YJP Chanukah LUX event, a Thrive City event, and a Grand Finale lighting honoring the Russian Jewish speaking community with a Menorah car parade.
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