Annual Menorah Lighting Ceremony takes place Sunday via drive-through due to COVID Annual Menorah Lighting Ceremony takes place Sunday via drive-through due to COVID and last updated 2020-12-14 02:36:05-05 BAKERSFIELD,Calif. â Millions across the country are celebrating the fourth night of Hanukkah, but many this year are having to celebrate differently. The Chabad Jewish Community Center of Bakersfield in Southwest on Sunday held its annual Menorah lighting ceremony in a drive-thru form. "You know it makes me happy to see all these people here to support the Chabad even during these times," said Jessica Hakimian, an attendee. The Festival of Lights takes place for eight nights and days, to honor the rededication of the Holy Temple in Jerusalem.