Armenia Events: September–December 2026

An international watercolor festival bringing together artists and watercolor masters from Armenia and abroad, with plein-air painting sessions, demonstrations, master classes, exhibitions, and cultural tours across Armenia.

Primarily an artist/participant festival, though exhibitions and some public activities may be accessible to visitors.

A performance by Armenia’s State Song and Dance Ensemble featuring traditional Armenian music, songs, and dances.

A celebration of Armenian rural life, agriculture, and harvest traditions. See local farmers and producers, buy Armenian products, sample food, and enjoy traditional activities and family entertainment.

One of Armenia’s most unique food festivals, dedicated to gata, the traditional Armenian sweet pastry. Local bakers showcase different versions alongside Armenian food, music, dancing, and crafts — and it is known for producing a giant gata.

Armenia’s national Independence Day, marking the 35th anniversary of independence in 2026. A major open-air concert and cultural program is planned for Republic Square, with celebrations in cities throughout the country.

An aviation and outdoor festival featuring light aircraft, helicopters, paragliding, and aerial demonstrations, along with music and family activities.

Armenia’s major international performing arts festival featuring theater, dance, music, circus, street performances, puppetry, and experimental works from Armenia and abroad.

A food and beverage festival celebrating Armenian and international coffee, tea, and chocolate producers, with tastings, barista competitions, tea ceremonies, desserts, and live music.

Armenia’s famous wine festival celebrating the country’s ancient winemaking tradition. Areni turns into a huge wine, food, and cultural festival with Armenian wineries, family winemakers, traditional grape crushing, food, live music, dancing, crafts, and tasting.

An international ballooning and aviation event featuring hot-air balloon competitions and demonstrations.

One of Armenia’s most visually impressive events, with hot-air balloons from Armenia and abroad flying over some of the country’s most recognizable landscapes.

Yerevan’s annual city celebration commemorating the founding of the ancient city of Erebuni, with concerts, dancing, cultural performances, food, and large public celebrations throughout the city.

An outdoor music and lifestyle festival featuring DJs, music, food, and an autumn atmosphere just outside Yerevan.

Armenia’s major fashion event featuring Armenian and international designers, fashion shows, exhibitions, Fashion Scout Armenia, panel discussions, and industry events.

An outdoor sports festival featuring trail running through Armenia’s mountains, forests, and canyons, with races ranging from short distances to ultra-distance events.

An international film festival focused on children and young people, with screenings, premieres, master classes, meetings with filmmakers, discussions, and educational programs.

A major classical music festival of Armenian and international musicians. Highlights include Ivor Bolton with the Armenian National Philharmonic (Nov 6), tenor Pene Pati (Nov 9), The Best of ABBA in symphonic arrangements (Nov 12), and a closing concert with pianist Grigory Sokolov (Nov 14).

One of Armenia’s largest technology events. The 2026 edition focuses heavily on artificial intelligence, bringing together technology companies, startups, investors, speakers, and exhibitors from Armenia and abroad.

An international classical music festival celebrating the legacy of Aram Khachaturian. The opening concert features Rachmaninoff’s Piano Concertos No. 1 and No. 3 with pianist Eva Gevorgyan and the Armenian State Symphony Orchestra.

Yerevan transforms for the holiday season with decorations, markets, lights, entertainment, concerts, children’s activities, and seasonal food. Major events generally begin in mid-December (the official calendar starts around December 13) and continue through New Year.

Seasonal markets featuring Armenian food, sweets, handmade crafts, gifts, decorations, and holiday activities.

A symphonic concert featuring Beatles classics in orchestral arrangements by the Armenian National Philharmonic Orchestra.

Armenia’s biggest New Year’s celebration. The city center fills with people, lights, music, and public celebrations leading into January 1.