Armenia’s festivals and events calendar 2026 welcomes you into the year of colour, rhythm, and ancient souls. The festivals and events of a country play a crucial role in flourishing the tourism industry. Every country has a different culture, and in Armenia, you will get to know more about it through the grand festivals and events. Moreover, the festivals are celebrated in many corners of Armenia.
They are connected with nature, stars, and the farming season. In this guide, we will discuss the events in Armenia that every traveller should attend while they are on their trip to this beautiful country.
Armenian Festivals that Every Traveller Should Attend in 2026
Check out the following unique things to do in Armenia and know more about the festivals that the people of this country celebrate to keep their culture alive and let the new ones know more about it:
Armenian Christmas (6th January)
Usually, Christmas is celebrated in December, but in Armenia, they celebrate in January. You might be a little confused by this, but it is true. Moreover, the reason behind this is that they follow old Christian customs and celebrate two events together, which are the birth of Jesus Christ and Epiphany.
Attend the church and enjoy the Christmas Eve meals. Apart from this, meet the Armenian families and know more about early Christianity.
International Jazz Day (30th April)
Celebrate the jazz day and attend the open-air concert that will be held in Yerevan at the Cascade Complex. Enjoy the performances of the Artsakh state jazz orchestra. Apart from this, you can also visit the Aram Kachatryan concert hall for the energetic jazz concert. Immerse yourself in the rhythmic Armenian music for a longer duration of time without any entrance fee. Book your Armenia tour package and feel the energetic atmosphere of the festival.
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Dolma Festival (May)
Earlier, the Dolma festival was not celebrated grandly, but over time, the people of Armenia made the festival glorious. On this day in May, both locals and travellers remain so excited to try the richness of Armenian cuisine and culture. Moreover, the soul of the festival is dolma, which is made of grape leaves and other spices.
Participate in the process of preparing the dolma from scratch with the chef came all around the world to show their creativity. Additionally, at this festival, you will also enjoy folk music and traditional dance performances with the historical stories of Armenia.
Yerevan Wine Days (5 June to 7 June)
One of the most exciting events in Armenia. This country is very famous for its wine, and on this day, many experts come under one roof. Along with free entrance, discover the country’s top vineyards and also get a chance to try all the samples of the classic ones. Apart from this, if you enjoy playing raffles, then participate in it and win gifts and rare wines.
The Golden Apricot International Film Festival (12 July to 19 July)
During your international tour package in July, visit the Golden Apricot international film festivals and see the creative work of people who came from all over the world. Explore more about the cinematic artistry and watch the amazing, innovative storytelling.
If you are also into cinema, then this is something for you. Share your love for films with others and get a chance to promote one of your projects as well. Hence, the professionals create the movies by keeping all the aspects in mind.
Blessing of the Grapes (16 August)
It is a spiritual festival that people celebrate in August, and take the blessings of the first grapes of the season. Moreover, on this day, visit the church in the morning and take the blessed grapes. Locals do this because it is a way of bringing the tradition home.
In this event, familiarise yourself with the rich tradition of Armenia and enjoy the festive ambience and the beauty of grape harvesting.
Erebuni- City Day (11 October)
Celebrate one of the historic events in Armenia in October and enjoy the cultural programs, such as an exhibition of ancient Armenian tradition, music, and dance performances. The country celebrates the birth of Yerevan while exploring its history, culture, and tradition together. It is absolutely free, and everybody is welcome to witness this amazing day in Armenia. Enjoy the Armenian stories and know more about the culture. Shop for souvenirs from the local markets and decorate them at your home as a memory of the trip.
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Final Thoughts
Celebrate the festivals in the land of cuisines, ancient history, and heritage. Book your tour with Travel Saga Tourism and get to experience all these unique festivals of Armenia. Moreover, visit it between the months of January and October because it is the best time to visit Armenia festivals.
