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EVENTS
SPOTLIGHT EVENTS
Featuring spotlight events across our community. For the full list, head to the Calendar tab.
Discover special gatherings, celebrations, and standout moments in our community.
These featured events highlight key happenings you won’t want to miss.
Armenian Carpets – Art of Survival
14 March 2026
Join us on Saturday, March 14, 2026 at 5:00 PM at Soorp Khatch Church Hall for an engaging lecture presented by Arto Tavukciyan on “Armenian Carpets: Misunderstood and Misattributed – The Art of Survival.” Specially invited from Vancouver, this unique presentation explores the rich history and cultural significance of Armenian carpets. Free admission — donations appreciated.
Round Table Discussion Series
21 March 2026
ARF Sebouh Gomideh is proud to present the first event in our Round Table Discussion Series, bringing our community together for thoughtful dialogue on the future of Armenia and the role of the ARF.
Join us for an engaging discussion featuring Hovsep Avakian and Aram Hamparian as they share insights and perspectives on Armenia Affairs and ARF Policy.
This important community conversation is free and open to the public. We encourage everyone interested in Armenia’s future and our community’s role to attend.
Armenian Genocide Capitol Hill Commemoration
15 April 2026
🇦🇲 Join us for the Armenian Genocide Congressional Commemoration, honoring remembrance and responsibility. Members of Congress will be present to offer remarks and stand in solidarity for justice for Armenia and Artsakh.
When:
📅 Wednesday, April 15 | ⏰ 6:00–8:00 PM
Where:
📍 Capitol Hill – Rayburn House Office Building, Rayburn Foyer
Hamasdegh Sunday School Presents: Armenian Genocide Remembrance Day
19 April 2026
The Hamasdegh Armenian Sunday School, in collaboration with Homenetmen DC, invites our community to attend the Armenian Genocide Remembrance Day program, led by our students as they reflect on our history, resilience, and commitment to remembrance.
📅 Sunday, April 19, 2026 – 1:00 PM
📍 Soorp Khatch Church – Arabian Hall
4906 Flint Dr, Bethesda, MD
March for Justice
24 April 2026
Join the Armenian community of Washington DC on April 24 for a March for Justice as we commemorate the victims of the Armenian Genocide and demand accountability for the ongoing injustices against Armenians.
Organized by the AYF-YOARF Washington DC Chapter, the march will begin at the Azerbaijani Embassy and continue to the White House, where a protest program will take place.
1489 – Award-Winning Armenian Documentary
25 April 2026
Join Hamazkayin DC for a powerful evening of film and discussion with the screening of “1489”, an award-winning Armenian documentary by director Shoghakat Vardanyan.
This deeply personal film tells the real story of a family searching for their son who disappeared during the Artsakh war, offering a raw and moving perspective on loss, memory, and resilience.
Following the screening, stay for a special Q&A session with the director.
⚠️ Sensitive content – Ages 16+
Come experience this internationally acclaimed documentary and engage in an important conversation with the filmmaker.
Armenian Music Festival 2026
June 25 – 28, 2026
Hamazkayin USA Eastern Region proudly presents the Armenian Music Festival 2026, a four-day celebration of Armenian musical heritage featuring instruction, collaboration, and performance for young musicians. Join us June 25–28, 2026, in Washington, DC.
