But it wasn't all lighthearted. They used the Jewish Festival of Lights to shed light on anti-Semitism.
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Local politicians, musicians and community leaders attended the "Shine a Light on Anti-Semitism" event to share their support.
"If you pick a fight with any of us, you're picking a fight with 20 million New Yorkers and you will lose that battle every time," said Gov. Kathy Hochul.
According to the NYPD, there have been 180 anti-Semitic hate crimes so far this year.
"Before I could even react, I was jumped by a group of violent anti-Semites who shouted anti-Semitic slurs against me and I was beaten on the group viciously," Joey Bergen said.
Bergen was attacked in Times Square this spring.
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And Karen Lizhtbraun was attacked by the Israeli consulate.
"We were standing, holding the Israeli flag and we were attacked by a mob," Lizhtbraun said.
For the celebrators on Tuesday night, it was fitting to tackle a serious problem during a festive holiday, because at the end of the day, no one can rejoice if they are not safe.
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