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Festivals & Holidays in Armenia

Plan your visit to coincide with these exciting events dates, guaranteeing a memorable experience in Armenia. Discover upcoming festivals & local cultural events that showcase the best of Armenian heritage and traditions. From gastronomic festivals to national celebrations, we cover a wide array of events that highlight the vibrant spirit of Armenia.

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Barbecue Festival

Barbecue is one of the most widely spread dishes of the Armenian cuisine. There exist thousands of various recipes for preparing it, yet the popular one includes shredded small cuts of pork, lamb, fish, chicken or vegetables, cooked on charcoal in mangal (grill). Barbecue festival is annually celebrated in Akhtala town with a purpose to develop Armenian culinary traditions. During the festival one can observe barbecue master classes by the best chefs across the country. This "appetizing" festival is waiting for your participance!

How to participate:

E-mail: contact@hyurservice.com
Tel.: +374 93504040

Address: Akhtala (Lori)

Date: not yet known

Participation fee: Free
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Tolma Festival

Food lovers from Armenia and around the world annually gather to celebrate Tolma festival, the purpose of which is to popularize this traditional dish. Tolma is usually made from lamb, beef & spices, which are wrapped in grape/cabbage leaves. During the festival cooks prepare ~70 types of tolma, including the ones with rare recipes. Tolma festival is accompanied with dances, songs, contests, as well as entertaining games, so it's all about cooking and having fun!

How to participate:

E-mail: contact@hyurservice.com
Tel.: +374 93504040

Address: Zvartnots temple (Armavir)

Date: not yet known

Participation fee: Free
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Yerevan Music Night Fest

This unique in its type fest brings together lovers of music of all genres to Charles Aznavour Square, Yerevan. One can attend various concerts, enjoy live performances by well-known singers, bands and just relax. Do not pass up your chance to become the part of Yerevan vibes, which come to highlight the significance of music.

How to participate:

E-mail: contact@hyurservice.com
Tel.: +374 93504040

Address: Abovyan str. (Yerevan)

Date: not yet known

Participation fee: Free
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Yerevan Color Festival

It is your chance to feel the rainbow of all the possible colors, forget about any concern and get immersed in the rhythm of life. This festival was created, inspired by the popular Indian festival having ancient Hindu roots. Here in Yerevan we celebrate this joyous event always hoping for a lucky & warm summer. Professional DJ-s deliver quality music that fits the atmosphere full of color powders. The minimal participation fee is 2000 AMD, while the maximum – 4000 AMD.

How to participate:

E-mail: contact@hyurservice.com
Tel.: +374 93504040

Address: "Megamall Armenia" (Yerevan)

Date: 14 Jul, 2025

Participation fee: 7.95 USD
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Summer Berry Festival

As it is well-known, berries are not only delicious but also an important part of healthy nutrition, full of numerous beneficial properties. This festival is a great opportunity to taste fresh berries, jams, juices, and dried fruits, as well as to experience rural life. The purpose of the festival is to support sustainable agriculture and the development of rural communities in Armenia. During the festival, you will have the opportunity to purchase locally produced sweets and other goods, while enjoying the spirit of Armenia.

How to participate:

E-mail: contact@hyurservice.com
Tel.: +374 93504040

Address: Haykavan village (Shirak)

Date: 19 Jul, 2025

Start time: 11:00

Participation fee: Free
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Vardavar Water Festival

Transfiguration of the Lord (Vardavar) is celebrated 14 weeks after Easter. Water festival is celebrated throughout Armenia: large cities, districts, even small villages and towns. Locals, regardless of age, keep pouring water from buckets on passers-by's heads from balconies, windows... It is believed that the ones who get watered on this day will accomplish their goals, find the love of their life and be happy. So, arm yourself with water pistol, dry clothes and come join us for this cheerful holiday!

How to participate:

E-mail: contact@hyurservice.com
Tel.: +374 93504040

Address: Swan Lake (Yerevan)

Date: 25 Jul, 2025 - 27 Jul, 2025

Start time: 10:00

Participation fee: Free
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Gata Festival

This tastiest festival is held every year in September. Gata is a traditional Armenian dessert with a special making process. The most popular variety is gata with khoriz, a filling that consists of flour, butter, sugar and vanilla, baked in tonir. During the festival visitors have the chance to experience the best types of gata from all the regions of Armenia while enjoying folk music & dances, participating in games & shopping in a marketplace of local arts & crafts.

How to participate:

E-mail: contact@hyurservice.com
Tel.: +374 93504040

Address: Khachik village (Vayots Dzor)

Date: 13 Sep, 2025

Start time: 12:00

Participation fee: Free
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Tea and Coffee Festival

For lovers of these pleasant and aromatic drinks, the festival is perceived as a real holiday, during which there is an opportunity to taste and buy rich selection of tea, coffee, sweets and pastries presented by local producers, products imported from abroad, as well as international brands. And all this accompanied by live music. Tea ceremonies of different nations of the world will be shown in an interesting way, also there will be held master classes, barista championship and award-giving in different categories.

How to participate:

E-mail: contact@hyurservice.com
Tel.: +374 93504040

Address: "Seasons" Park (Yerevan)

Date: 03 Oct, 2025

Start time: 11:00

Participation fee: Free
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Areni Wine Festival

Every year on the first Saturday of October Armenian winemakers and tens of thousands of visitors gather in Areni village in Vayots Dzor to celebrate Areni Wine Festival – a one of a kind experience: over 100 best Armenian wines from 30 producers are presented. The guests will enjoy Armenian folk music & dances, try dried fruit, lavash, etc. Participation is free, though there is an option for taste-testing at 5000 AMD.

How to participate:

E-mail: contact@hyurservice.com
Tel.: +374 93504040

Address: Areni village (Vayots Dzor)

Date: 04 Oct, 2025

Start time: 11:00

Participation fee: Free
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Pumpkin Festival

As we all know, pumpkin, perhaps having the most interesting-looking and distinctive appearance among vegetables, has great many of useful properties. This holiday stands for an awesome opportunity to taste pumpkin dishes, juice, nuts, honey and other products. The main aim of the holiday is to spread the Armenian national culture. Here you can enjoy the autumn atmosphere, national songs and dances, get wonderful pictures... Items made of different sorts of pumpkin will be on sale to turn the interior of your home to a warmer corner.

How to participate:

E-mail: contact@hyurservice.com
Tel.: +374 93504040

Address: Hovk village (Tavush)

Date: 11 Oct, 2025

Start time: 11:00

Participation fee: Free

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Barbecue Festival

Barbecue Festival

Address: Akhtala (Lori)

Date:

Tolma Festival

Address: Zvartnots temple (Armavir)

Date:

Yerevan Music Night Fest

Yerevan Music Night Fest

Address: Abovyan str. (Yerevan)

Date:

Yerevan Color Festival

Yerevan Color Festival

Address: "Megamall Armenia" (Yerevan)

Date: 14.07.2025

Summer Berry Festival

Summer Berry Festival

Address: Haykavan village (Shirak)

Date: 19.07.2025

Vardavar Water Festival

Vardavar Water Festival

Address: Swan Lake (Yerevan)

Date: 25.07.2025 - 27.07.2025

Gata Festival

Address: Khachik village (Vayots Dzor)

Date: 13.09.2025

Tea and Coffee Festival

Tea and Coffee Festival

Address: "Seasons" Park (Yerevan)

Date: 03.10.2025

Areni Wine Festival

Areni Wine Festival

Address: Areni village (Vayots Dzor)

Date: 04.10.2025

Pumpkin Festival

Pumpkin Festival

Address: Hovk village (Tavush)

Date: 11.10.2025

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