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4TH ANNUAL DC ARAB AMERICAN CULTURE FESTIVAL 2026
DC Arab American Culture Festival 2026
By Quartertonez Music
📍 The Dew Drop Inn, Washington DC
📅 Saturday, May 9th from 2 pm to 9 pm
Overview Arab American Culture Festival 2026
This vibrant, culturally immersive festival returns for its 4th year, creating a safe space for celebration and community.
The 4th Annual DC Arab American Culture Festival is coming to you Saturday, May 9th 2026 from 2:00 pm – 9:00pm, promising cultural immersion with live Arabic music, singing, dabke dancing and community engagement.
Alongside the soothing, as well as celebratory music and performances, there will be the bustle of a bazaar in your backyard, with enticing vendors and delicious food – savory and sweet!
Hosted by DC natives Quartertonez Music and its Foundation (a school offering a rare find – Arabic music lessons) and featuring Malikat Al Dabke (the first all-women’s dabke dance troupe in the area), this festival has become a community tradition boasting a vibrant, warm and joy-filled celebration of Arab heritage and unity.
The event features an eclectic mix of local artisans selling authentic products from Morocco to Palestine, artist collectives, cultural entertainment, non-profit organizations and community leaders. Don’t miss this opportunity to explore and enjoy the diversity of our culture within a local context!
Ticket prices are $35, and proceeds will go to continued efforts to support Quartertonez Foundation, the Arabic Institute and the Adult Arab Choir Sada Al Thawra.
Live Performances
Event Highlights
Location
The Dew Drop Inn
2801 8th Street Northeast, Washington, DC 20017
🚇 Subway: Red Line to Rhode Island Ave (10 min walk).
Frequently Asked Questions
Is parking free?
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Yes! There will be an abundance of street parking near the venue.
What’s the nearest metro station?
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If you’re riding the metro, you will take the Red Line to Rhode Island Ave-Brentwood stop and walk about 10 minutes to the venue.
Will there be food and water?
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Yes! We will have food vendors offering savory and sweet options, along with a water station.
Will there be a place to sit?
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There will be picnic tables, benches, as well as chairs available for you to sit.
Is it indoors or outdoors?
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The event is outdoors, but it is held at The Dew Drop Inn which provides an indoor area separate from the festival. Indoor restrooms will also be available.
Is there a dress code?
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No dress code, but since the event will be outdoors and likely hot, it is recommended to dress comfortably.
Join the Celebration
Don’t miss this opportunity!
Payments are secure and processed via Quartertonez Music.