Hanukkah is a time of joy, togetherness, and tradition, and Overland Park offers a variety of ways to celebrate this meaningful holiday. You’ll find options ranging from family-friendly activities to delicious holiday treats, each adding to the festive spirit. Let this guide inspire you to make the most of the eight nights of celebration, filled with fun, community, and lasting memories.
Located inside The Temple, Congregation B'nai Jehudah, Sisterhood Judaica Shop has an expansive collection of menorahs, dreidels and chocolate gelt coins, as well as Hanukkah wrapping paper, apparel, decorations and more. They will be open December 22 from 8:30AM to 12PM, December 23-24 from 11AM to 2PM, and December 26-27 from 11AM to 2PM. After that, they will be closed from December 29 to January 7. When you arrive to B'nai Jehudah, simply ring the doorbell and let them know that you're there to visit the gift shop.
Find everything you need to light up your Hanukkah festivities this year at Paper Source in Leawood. This is your one-stop holiday shop for festive Hanukkah decorations, candles, menorahs, dreidels, gift wrap, greeting cards, and fun and quirky Hanukkah gifts all in one place!
Bring your family together with the magic of reading this season! Monarch Books & Gifts in Stanley Square boasts a selection of novels written by Jewish authors, as well as an impressive amount of Hanukkah-related books. Stop by, grab a coffee at their in-store coffee bar and get to shopping!
Celebrate the Festival of Lights with these yummy delights from McLain's Market! In honor of Hanukkah, they have released special bakery items for pre-order, including: sufganiyots, royal iced cookies, a Hanukkah cake, and challah bread. Throughout the entire month of December, the pastry cases at the McLain's on Roe and the McLain's in Stanley will be stocked with sufganiyots to purchase individually. All Hanukkah-themed items must be pre-ordered and picked up on December 24 before the bakery closes for the holiday.
One of the two kosher locations in the KC Metro, the Meshuggah Bagels in Overland Park ensures all the bagels are Pas Yisroel. They have a large variety of bagel flavors and toppings, including nova salmon, lox and several cream cheeses (or schmears) which are not cholov yisroel. They use a secret mix of Artisan flour, yeast, malt, sugar, and salt to create their New York-inspired bagels. Pick up a dozen and taste the difference!
The Hen House Market in Leawood is a staple to find authentic kosher cuisine. With a wide array of packaged kosher products, a cold deli case brimming with kosher delights, and a hot kosher meal counter, there's plenty to choose from. Their pareve and dairy baked goods are perfect for festive gatherings, and their catering services ensure a stress-free Hanukkah celebration. Under the supervision of Rabbi Binyomin Mazer, the kosher deli and departments adhere to the strict guidelines of Vaad HaKashruth of Kansas City.
Congregation Beth Shalom
14200 Lamar AvenueCongregation Beth Shalom has been a pillar of the greater Kansas City Jewish community since 1878. This diverse, egalitarian, conservative Jewish community is striving to enhance life-long connections to Judaism and to each other through prayer, spirituality, learning and friendship. Beth Shalom is a welcoming, intergenerational community of people from different personal and Jewish backgrounds. Visit their website to find out when their worship services are and what they have planned for the holiday.
The Temple, Congregation B'nai Jehudah
12320 Nall AvenueFor over 150 years, The Temple, Congregation B'nai Jehudah has created a caring community of Reform Jews committed to worship, education and acts of loving-kindness. Many of their members were raised in Jewish households, and others have come to them through other faiths and traditions. All are welcome within The Temple, Congregation B’nai Jehudah community. Wondering about worship times or holiday plans? Check the calendar on their website.
Congregation Beth Torah
6100 W 127th StreetThrough musical worship, opportunities to come together in education and connection, and acts of Tikkun Olam, Congregation Beth Torah offers their congregants multiple paths to experience Judaism within their intimate congregation. Many of their congregants have been with Beth Torah since they were founded in 1988, but some joined only last year. Beth Torah invites all who are interested in an open, sincere, inclusive Reform Jewish community to join them. For dates and times of worship services, visit their website.
Overland Park offers a variety of ways to celebrate Hanukkah, including: shopping for gifts, enjoying a kosher meal or attending a festive event. Light the menorah, spin the dreidel, and make the most of this special holiday in OP.
