The 3rd Annual DC Arab American Culture Festival is coming to you Saturday, May 17 from 4:00pm – 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 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 Quartertonez Foundation’s 2026 fundraising effort.
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