what do jewish people do at christmas

Jewish people celebrate Hanukkah instead of Christmas, which is a festival that commemorates the rededication of the Temple in Jerusalem. During Hanukkah, they light candles and say prayers to remember the miracle of the oil that lasted for eight days. They also exchange gifts and play with the dreidel game. Hanukkah is typically observed for eight days in the month of Kislev, which can fall in December or January.