Chanukah Costume

Chanukah celebration will fascinate children when the story of the menorah is told by an adult dressed as Judah Maccabeus. The ancient leader sends a message of perseverance against adversity in his ancient battle garb. Try a turban made from lightweight cloth and matching robe for this homemade Chanukkah costume. Include free printable Chanukkah party games at your event.

A plastic sword is enough to convey the fact that Judah Maccabeus led the Hebrew people in ancient battle against the oppression of Greeks. After Jerusalem was freed from their rule one of the Temples which had been closed was cleansed and rededicated. Unfortunately, there was only enough olive oil to light lamps in the temple for one day. Somehow, the olive lasted eight days, long enough for new pressing of olive oil to be made for the temple. Concentrate on the fun of the dreidle games and traditional Ethnic foods while children enjoy their own home made costumes from ancient times. Don't forget leather sandals or flip-flops to complete the look.

Consider a costume party for this Chanukah that goes back in time to properly explore the history of the holiday.. There are eight nights for celebration, so make the eighth night a big party. Go back in time to the 2nd Century BC with a historical costume theme. Women can dress up as Queens and middle class ladies, the men can dress as Warriors in standard soldier uniforms worn in ancient times. Have a storyteller relate the history of Chanukah to the children for an entertaining and educational evening.

Be the spirit of the Chanukah with Chanukah Costumes. The Party Supplies Hut is an online party store with Chanukah Costumes.  Don't run (or drive) all around town.  It is so simple to buy at the Party Supplies Hut!