Illustration of a carol concert scene (Hanukkah A Cappella Concert)
Christmas Shows

Hanukkah A Cappella Concert

Guests gather in the historic sanctuary to celebrate Hanukkah with live vocal performances and the lighting of the seventh candle. The Berkalit professional a cappella group headlines the concert, preceded by an opening set from the Gann Academy ShenaniGanns. Visitors can also explore the American Chutzpah exhibit and enjoy homemade Israeli-style sufganiot.

What to Expect

Live a cappella, candlelighting, and homemade Israeli-style sufganiot.

Event Details

Ages

All ages

Neighborhood

Beacon Hill

Timed Entry

No

Organizer

The Vilna Shul

Food & Drink

Homemade Israeli-style sufganiot are served after the concert.

Local Insight & Ratings

Family Friendly

🎄 🎄 🎄 ⚪ ⚪ (3/5)

Best For

Hanukkah music fans and culture seekers

Vibe

Festive, warm, musical

Energy Level

Low

Budget

$$

Photo Friendly

Moderate

Weather Sensitivity

None

Location

The Vilna Shul
18 Phillips St. Boston MA 02114
Boston, MA
02114

Know Before You Go

  • Tickets: $25.
  • Hours: 6:30 PM doors open; 7:00 PM concert and candlelighting; 8:15 PM sufganiot and schmoozing; listed event time 7:00 PM–9:00 PM.

Tips & Advice

  • Arrive when doors open if you want to see the American Chutzpah exhibit before the concert begins.
  • Stay after the concert for the homemade Israeli-style sufganiot and time to schmooze.
  • The Gann Academy ShenaniGanns open the concert before Berkalit headlines.
  • The candlelighting is part of the concert, so stay for the full program to take part in the seventh-candle lighting.

Special Events & Promotions

  • The concert includes lighting the seventh Hanukkah candle.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Who performs at the concert?

The Berkalit professional a cappella group headlines, with the Gann Academy ShenaniGanns opening.

What happens during the evening?

The concert includes lighting the seventh Hanukkah candle in the historic sanctuary. The American Chutzpah exhibit is available to see when doors open.

Will food be served?

Homemade Israeli-style sufganiot are served at the end of the event.

Is there time to see the exhibit before the concert?

Yes. Visitors can see the American Chutzpah exhibit when doors open.

What happens after the concert?

Sufganiot and schmoozing follow the concert and candlelighting.

Tags

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Last Updated: Nov 4, 2026
Original Submitter: Sep 17, 2025 The Christmas Events Near Me editorial team