When Does Hanukkah Start 2024. Observances, study, faqs, videos, and music for all. In 2024, the first day of hanukkah begins at sundown on wednesday, december 25th, and ends at sundown on thursday, january 2nd, 2025.

The dates of hanukkah this year are from 7 to 15 december, with the final night being thursday 14 december. While hanukkah normally comes near christmastime, it has nothing to do with.