7. World’s Largest Menorah at Manhattan Grand Army Plaza

World's largest menorah in Manhattan

The World’s Largest Menorah sits outside the Plaza Hotel. Each night during Hanukah, from December 10th through December 18th, a lighting ceremony will be held at Manhattan’s Grand Army Plaza and a new light atop the 36-foot menorah will be lit.  This massive menorah has been put up for Hanukah since the 1970s. Every New York City mayor since then has gotten to light it. This year, new LED lights on the frame of the menorah honor New Yorkers who have passed away due to COVID-19.

Guests are welcome to attend the nightly candle lighting ceremonies during the week of Hanukah, but crowds will be limited. Attendees must wear masks and social distance. The ceremonies will be accompanied by live music. Sunday through Thursday, candle-lighting ceremonies will be held at 5:30 pm, Friday at 3:45 pm, and Saturday at 8:30 pm.