Washington DC – 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 two organizations:

• Heal Palestine - an organization dedicated to helping Palestinian children rebuild their lives through a grassroots, holistic approach.

• LEO organization - an organization committed to empowering young under-resourced Palestinian students from the West Bank, Gaza, Lebanon and Jordan and more to pursue higher education.