8 Top Social Media Tips for Small Businesses to Celebrate Hanukkah 2025
- Hookle
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This post shares practical social media tips to help you make the most of this Hanukkah online. From content ideas to timing and engagement strategies, these tips will guide you to create posts that resonate and spread the warmth of the holiday.
And as a bonus, we’ll show you how to effortlessly publish posts across all your platforms using smart, time-saving apps like Hookle.
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Hanukkah is a time of light, joy, and tradition. As the festival approaches, many people and brands want to share the spirit of Hanukkah on social media. But standing out in a crowded digital space can be challenging.
This year 2025 Hanukkah is celebrated Dec 14-22. As a small business owner, using social media thoughtfully can help you connect, inspire, and celebrate in a meaningful way. Let’s dive in!
1. Share the Story of Hanukkah
A great example comes from a travel-agency entrepreneur at Birthright Israel who shared the Hanukkah story beautifully beside the candlelight.
Educate your audience about Hanukkah
Start your Hanukkah social campaign by sharing the story behind the festival. Many people know only the basics, yet a clear and engaging retelling can build deeper understanding. Use simple language and visuals to explain the history of the Maccabees, the miracle of the oil, and the meaning of the menorah.
For instance, you could create a short carousel or a series of stories that break the narrative down day by day. This educates your audience and sets a meaningful tone for the rest of your content.
2. Post Hanukkah Facts or Traditions
Engage your audience by sharing daily facts or traditions related to Hanukkah, similar to what Austin Daniel Patry did above - a great example of meaningful storytelling.
You might explain the meaning of lighting each candle on the menorah or share simple rules for playing dreidel. These bite-sized insights are easy for people to enjoy and share.
Consider creating a countdown series from the first night to the eighth to build anticipation and encourage followers to return each day.
3. Create and Share DIY Menorah Tutorials
The Craft Aisle shared a great twelve-second TikTok clip showing how to create your own menorah in a quick and easy way. A true little masterpiece along with catching audio.
Share simple step-by-step tutorials using basic household items or craft supplies
Many people enjoy making their own menorahs. Share simple step-by-step tutorials using basic household items or craft supplies. Short videos or photo guides work especially well.
Encourage followers to share their creations by tagging your account or using a dedicated hashtag. This builds a sense of community and adds interactive content to your feed.
4. Highlight Hanukkah Recipes and Food Ideas
Ruhama’s Food from Boston shared a delicious Iraqi-style latke recipe, and the engagement speaks for itself thanks to how tasty it looks.
Food plays a big role in Hanukkah
Food plays a big role in Hanukkah. Share recipes for classics like potato latkes, jelly-filled sufganiyot, or brisket, and add simple tips for preparation and presentation.
Short cooking videos or reels work well since they show the process in an easy, approachable way. You can also invite followers to share their own favorite Hanukkah recipes.
5. Use Hashtags Specific to Hanukkah
Great example on Instagram from Suus_reads, who uses Hanukkah-related hashtags like #Hanukkah and #Shavuot to boost visibility.
Hashtags help your posts reach a wider audience. Try using popular Hanukkah tags such as #Hanukkah2025, #FestivalOfLights, #HanukkahCelebration, and #LightTheMenorah. You can also mix in broader ones like #HolidaySeason or #WinterFestivities for extra reach.
You can even create a unique hashtag for your own campaign or community to encourage followers to join in and share their posts.
6. Engage with Your Audience Through Questions
Jessica from Aish UK Online nailed it above with her quick Hanukkah questions - a great example of how to spark engagement.
Ask your followers simple questions to boost interaction, such as:
What’s your favorite Hanukkah tradition?
How do you celebrate the first night?
What’s your go-to Hanukkah recipe?
Respond to comments and share some answers in your stories to create a lively, interactive atmosphere.
7. Promote Hanukkah Events and Gatherings
This short and authentic video by Hand Made Fromatoz, showcasing her booth at last year’s Chanukah craft fair, is a great example of how to promote your upcoming event.
If you or your community is hosting Hanukkah events, use social media to spread the word. Share the key details such as date, time, location, and planned activities.
You can also live stream moments from the event or post highlights afterward to engage people who can’t attend in person.
8. Offer Hanukkah-Themed Giveaways or Contests
Eliama Jalali from Los Angeles nailed this Hanukkah giveaway with a perfect lead-up of daily prizes before the holiday, all tied together with clever engagement rules like “Follow me and share this post” in the caption.
Run your own contest or giveaway with Hanukkah-themed prizes such as menorahs, books, or gift baskets. Encourage followers to take part by sharing their Hanukkah stories, photos, or favorite recipes.
This approach boosts engagement and helps more people discover your social media presence.
Save Time by Managing All Your Socials With One App
Now that you have these tips for Hanukkah posts, you can start publishing right away. We understand that handling multiple social media accounts during a busy holiday can feel overwhelming. This is where social media management apps like Hookle help.
Hookle is a simple and powerful social media management app specifically built for small business owners. With Hookle you can manage all your social channels and your Google Business Profile in one place. Thanks to Hookle’s AI features you can create posts, design images, auto-schedule, and more with just a tap.
Don’t just take our word for it. Try it yourself. Download Hookle for free to stay organized and focus on creating meaningful Hanukkah content.
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