Hanukkah Wishes: What to Write in a Hanukkah Card

Share these expressions, whether as a main message or closing sign-off, with anyone who celebrates Hanukkah. You’re sure to earn bonus points if you include a traditional Hebrew greeting!

• “Wishing your family peace and light this holiday season.”
• “Thinking of you during this season of miracles.”
• “Here’s to a bright and meaningful Hanukkah.”
• “Sending love your way during the Festival of Lights.”
• “Happy Hanukkah!”
• “Hanukkah Sameach!” (meaning, “Happy Hanukkah!”)
• “Chag Sameach!” (meaning, “Happy Holiday!”)
• “Chag Urim Sameach!” (meaning, “Happy Festival of Lights!”)

At Hanukkah, families are reminded of where they first learned the traditions of their faith and the significance of carrying these customs forward. Here are some meaningful ways to share gratitude and joy with the ones who raised us.

• “Hanukkah reminds us where we came from. What a blessing it is to call you ‘family.’”
• “Thank you for teaching us the meaning of Hanukkah.”
• “Of all you’ve passed down to our family, love is my favourite tradition.”
• “At Hanukkah, we’re reminded of what matters most, and in our family, that’s you.”
• “Dreidel champions run in our family! Have a fun Hanukkah.”
• “Parents/Grandparents are a light that keeps their families shining bright.”

For many children, the first time lighting the menorah is a very special experience. Kids are also introduced to the holiday with symbolic games, foods and stories. Lighthearted humour makes it easy to connect with a child who’s learning the traditions of Hanukkah.

• “Wishing eight special nights for one very special kid.”
• “Your awesomeness shines as brightly as a menorah!”
• “Have so much fun that the season leaves your head spinning like a dreidel!”
• “Dreidel champions, unite! Wishing you fun this Hanukkah.”
• “Festive and fun? Sounds like Hanukkah…and you!”

Whether playful or heartfelt, these are some easy phrases that share Hanukkah love with the whole family.

• “Hope your Hanukkah’s great…times eight!”
• “Wishing you and yours a happy, healthy Hanukkah and new year.”
• “Thinking of you as we celebrate a season of miracles.”

There’s lots of room for whimsy when it comes to celebrating Hanukkah. Bring on the “pun” and share some fun with these smile-making sentiments.

• “Here’s to winning every game of dreidel and eating the last latke.”
• “Wishing you a LATKE fun this Hanukkah!”
• “Wishing you lots of love, hugs…and gelt!” (Gelt means chocolate coins!)

For families who share multiple traditions, the expressions below celebrate and honor the inclusive home they’ve created.

• “Thinking of your family as you celebrate a season full of traditions!”
• “Wishing you a season full of light and love.”
• “Sending holiday hugs during this meaningful time of year.”
• “So many holidays, so little time! Wishing your family a beautiful season of celebration.”

Helpful Tip: Each family is different. Some interfaith families delight in the merging of their respective holidays with fun references to “Chrismukkah” or a “Hanukkah bush.” Other families prefer to separate the traditions. If you don’t know the family’s particular approach, there are some easy ways to share your holiday joy without getting too specific.

Hanukkah is a season of miracles, after all, and speaking to the blessings received and to come is a lovely way to honour the holiday.

• “May your Hanukkah be filled with unexpected blessings.”
• “Wishing you a season of peace.”
• “This time of hope reminds us of our resilience. Wishing you blessings in the year ahead.”
• “In a season of blessings, you’re one of mine.”