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Community at Ya Hala
2025-12-19 18:00 - 21:00, 2025-12-26 18:00 - 21:00, 2026-01-02 18:00 - 21:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Suzanne Zahr, Art & Architecture, 2441 76th Ave SE, Ste 160, Mercer Island, WA, 98040, United States
Games, Music, Cafe
Remember, Ya Hala’s café and retail space is open to all
More details about each weekend’s events will drop on the Monday before. 👀

Lebanese Canadian Society’s Annual New Year’s Eve Party
2025-12-31 19:00 - 21:00 | Executive Hotel and Suites (Burnaby), 4201 Lougheed Hwy, Burnaby, BC, V5C 3Y6, Canada
We are excited to invite you to the Lebanese Canadian Society’s Annual New Year’s Eve Party!
Join us for a night filled with music, food, culture, and celebration as we welcome the new year together
Don’t miss out! Grab your tickets now and take advantage of our early-bird discount before December 1st.
Date: December 31, 2025
Doors Open: 7 PM
Buffet Dinner: 8 PM
Location: Executive Suites Hotel
4201 Lougheed HWY, Burnaby, V5C 3Y6
Tickets:
• $110 Early Bird (until Dec 01)
• $110 Members | $125 Non-Members (after Dec 01)
• Babysitting: Available for kids ages 3–10 for $40 each
Let’s welcome 2026 with joy, laughter, and community spirit!
Get your tickets here:
https://www.lebanesecanadiansocietyofbc.com/newyeareve2026
We look forward to seeing you all there.
Warm regards,
The LCS Board

Kuwaisiana at Fundraiser for Kshama Savant featuring Ku
2026-01-09 19:00 - 21:00 | Mintish, 515 Harvard Ave E #121, Seattle, WA, 98102
Kshama Sawant is running on a platform that includes Ending the Occupation in Palestine.
You can RSVP for this event here: https
You can donate to her here: https://www.kshamasawant.org/donate
Kuwaisiana is a bilingual alternative rock trio from Seattle-Tacoma, blending Arabic and English lyrics to create a unique sound that resonates globally. Led by +Aziz, whose Kuwaiti-American identity shapes the band’s music, Kuwaisiana explores themes of Arab identity, unity, and cultural bridging. Originally formed in New Orleans in 2016 as an 8-piece ensemble, the band evolved into a trio in 2022 with Yousef Shami (drums) and Brian Riedel (bass). Drawing from grunge, indie rock, funk, and punk, their music defies genre, addressing issues such as gentrification, climate change, and human rights. Through raw emotion and poetic lyrics, Kuwaisiana aims to foster cross-cultural understanding, while celebrating resilience and self-expression in the face of adversity. Their work continues to carve a space for Arab-American voices in the global music scene.
https://www.kuwaisiana.com/

Karim Sulayman, tenor & Sean Shibe, guitar
2026-01-17 19:30 - 21:30 | Meany Performing Arts Center, 4040 George Washington Lane Northeast, Seattle, 98195, United States
Karim Sulayman — lauded for his “velvety tenor and pop-star charisma” (BBC Music Magazine) — joins guitarist Sean Shibe, whose “music-making is masterful, beautiful and convincing in every way” (The Times, UK), for an intimate recital of music ranging from the Middle Ages to the present. This compelling musical journey examines the close cultural and musical ties between East and West, reflecting the artists’ personal experiences with roots in Lebanon and Japan.

Radio Gaza
2026-01-24 19:00 - 2026-01-25 01:00 | Black & Tan Hall, 5608 Rainier Ave S, Seattle, Washington, 98118
Music by: @gabrielteodros , @dsrtflwrblm , @i.s.h_dj , @intisaarband ,
Live henna tattoos by @ineedasandwich
Poetry and Tatreez art showcase by @halasalehtatreez
Merch sales by @sweetmalson
All proceeds to benefit @heal.palestine .
Impeccable flyer design by @ryanjgill_gillco
@seattlepalestineactionnetwork ❤️🇵🇸
More info about these performers to come!
If you don’t already follow @radiogazaseattle, please visit our instagram page and show some love! We also have a website, www.radiogaza.org, where you can stay current on all things Radio Gaza.

Sudan Archives
2026-02-14 20:00 - 23:00 | Neptune, 1303 Northeast 45th Street, Seattle, WA, 98105, United States
The BPM North America Tour 2026
Sudan Archives has taken inspiration from a variety of African musicians, including Cameroonian electronic musician Francis Bebey and Sudanese violinist Asim Gorashi.[19] She is also inspired by Irish music.[20] When performing, Sudan Archives sometimes uses electronic effects pedals and electronic beats and has also performed in a string quartet.[21]

Honor Dr. Abu Safiya's Nobel Prize Nomination and Demand his Release
2026-03-01 12:00 - 13:00 | Virtual
This Sunday March 1 at 3:00 PM US EST, an event at Palestine Museum in Woodbridge CT, to Honor Dr. Abu Safiya’s Nobel Prize Nomination and Demand his Release. In-Person at the Museum or register here Via Zoom.
Two other events are worth mentioning:
Our embroidery art exhibit in Canada (Almonte near Ottawa) at Mississippi Valley Textile Museum thru April 19. Link for info:
Screening of the film Hind Under Siege at a movie theatre in Portland, Oregon, USA. on Feb 28th.
Tickets Link for 8 PM showing.
Tickets Link for 9 PM Showing.

Seffarine
2026-03-11 19:00 - 21:00 | McMenamin’s Elks Temple, 565 Broadway, Tacoma, WA, 98402
One of the only groups performing in Arabic in the Pacific Northwest, Seffarine’s music braids
musical traditions primarily from Spain and Morocco, but also ranges throughout the Middle
East. Their sets often include songs from medieval Spain (when Christians, Jews, and Muslims
coexisted in relative harmony), narratives of Syrian refugees, and the first meeting of their
founding members, vocalist and recent Oregion Community Foundation Creative Heights
Awardee Lamiae Naki and flamenco guitarist/oudist Nat Hulskamp, in Fez, Morocco.

March 11, 2026, 7:00 pm
Where: McMenamin’s Spanish Ballroom, 565 Broadway, Tacoma, WA 98402
Ticket info: $36, All Ages, Fully-seated

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Seffarine
2026-03-12 18:30 - 21:30 | Alberta Rose Theater, 3000 NE Alberta St, Portland, Oregon, 97211
At a momentous first meeting at a coffee shop in Fez, Moroccan vocalist Lamiae Naki and multi-instrumentalist Nat Hulskamp composed their first song and decided to get married. Brought together by their deep knowledge of the music of both sides of the Straits of Gibraltar – Spanish flamenco and Moroccan Arabic music – they created Seffarine.
Seffarine takes its name from the ancient metalworking square in Fez, which is famous for the complex rhythms that ring out from the blacksmiths’ hammers, and where Lamiae’s family is well known as masters of the tradition. Seffarine’s music embraces and extends Morocco’s musical collision between Arabic, Iberian and West African cultures, forging vibrant original music deeply rooted in their backgrounds in flamenco guitar, oud and Arab Andalusian music. Nat and Lamiae built an international quintet bringing in all star musicians from Iran, the US and Spain, who infuse the sound with textured instrumentation and inspired improvisation. Sweeping kamancheh (Persian spike-fiddle) ornamentation plays off gritty bass grooves and explosive flamenco footwork, with Lamiae’s fluidly riveting voice at the center, sending up sheets of cascading Andalusi melodies punctuated by the catchy hooks of North African Chaabi, sung in her native Moroccan Arabic. Their sound has taken them around the world, from touring Australia and Europe to receiving grants to study Ottoman singing in Turkey, to the Rainforest World Music Festival in Borneo, to recording with top flamenco musicians in Spain such as Diego del Morao and Latin Grammy winner Antonio Rey.

Global Rhythms: Saha Gnawa
2026-03-20 19:30 - 21:00 | Town Hall, 1119 8th Ave, Seattle, WA, 98101, United States
Where Morocco Meets NYC: Refined via late-night sessions at LunÀtico in Bed-Stuy, Brooklyn, Saha Gnawa explores trance-like states through its intuitive interplay, allowing ancestral rhythms and melodies to drift into unknown territories. What emerges is both an authentic performance of centuries-old Gnawa tradition and a bold step into new dimensions of sound — where traditional song forms dissolve into ecstatic dance tracks laced with subtle electronics.

Seattle Bands Stand with Gaza
2026-03-21 | Vera Project, 305 Harrison St, Seattle, WA, 98109
We have another edition of “Seattle Bands Stand with Gaza” just around the corner! This time, join us at @veraproject on March 21st to raise support for local orgs and activist working towards Palestinian Liberation.
Here’s a throw back from one of the shows we had last summer over at @oldstovebeer. That night, @stephanieannejohnson gave an exquisite performance alongside so many other incredible artists. All of the artists play this series pro-bono, so be sure to support their work elsewhere when you can.

Seattle Bands Stand with Gaza
2026-03-21 18:30 - 21:00 | Vera Project, 305 Harrison St, Seattle, WA, 98109
It’s that time. “Seattle Bands Stand with Gaza” is back, get tickets in bio! These have been such beautiful events and we’d love to pack @veraproject out for Palestine.
We are always so grateful to the local bands that stick their necks out in solidarity with the Palestine. We’ll have performances by some Seattle legends, including @acapulco_lips @coralgriefband @zookraught @black.ends(solo) @masampson (solo). Members of @seattleartistsforpalestine will also be present with art for sale. This time, all efforts will go to raise support for families in Gaza.
SBSWG is an ongoing local show series aiming to provide collaborative occasions for bands, fans, venues, and activists to come together, share resources, raise support, enjoy great music, and build deeper networks of solidarity with the Palestinian people struggling for freedom against Israeli apartheid and the ongoing U.S.- backed genocide in Palestine.

Maple Arts Sing Along: The Golden Age of Arabic Music
2026-03-28 19:30 - 21:30 | Town Hall, 1119 8th Ave, Seattle, WA, 98101, United States
Whoome is excited to bring Sing Along to Seattle for the first time. An unforgettable musical experience!
This one-of-a-kind event invites you to take center stage, singing timeless Arabic classics chosen by you, our audience. With digital lyrics provided, everyone gets to be the lead singer in this interactive musical celebration.
Join Maple Arts Group in Seattle for an evening filled with joy, connection, and the magic of music. Don’t miss your chance to be part of this extraordinary sing-along experience!
The evening will be presented by Maple Arts Group musicians from the Canadian Arabic Orchestra.

Community at Ya Hala
2026-04-03 17:00 - 2026-04-04 22:00, 2026-04-04 10:00 - 14:00 | Suzanne Zahr, Art & Architecture, 2441 76th Ave SE, Ste 160, Mercer Island, WA, 98040, United States
Games, Music, Cafe
Remember, Ya Hala’s café and retail space is open to all
This Friday and Saturday, April 3rd and 4th, join us to celebrate 1 year of community, and to say farewell (but not goodbye!) to Ya Hala on Mercer Island.
What started as a 1 month experiment turned into a full year of love, laughter, music, tears, joy, and everything in between.
Thank you for bringing your gifts and love to our space.
Friday we open at 5 – come grab a bite from @reemskitchenseattle, then at 7 pm join us for a sing-along, play games, and stay until we close!
Saturday morning we open at 10 – come chill out with us and get your morning caffeine, then join us at 1 pm for a community/ gratitude/ forward vision setting with @zanecounseling.
We can’t wait to be with you ♥️

Ibrahim Maalouf at the Crocodile
2026-06-23 19:00 - 21:00 | The Crocodile, 2505 1st Ave, Seattle, WA, 98033, United States
Ibrahim Maalouf is a French-Lebanese trumpeter, producer, arranger, and composer. In 2022, he became the first Lebanese instrumentalist nominated at the Grammy Awards for his album Queen of Sheba in collaboration with Angélique Kidjo

BabyMorocco at Capitol Hill Block Party
2026-08-07 - 2026-08-09 | Neumos, 925 E Pike, Seattle, WA, 98122, United States
Clayton Pettet, known professionally as Babymorocco, is a Moroccan-born English singer, record producer, and performance artist.

Capitol Hill Block Party returns in a BIG way.
We’re back to three packed days of music, art and culture on a brand new weekend, August 7-9.
Join us in the heart of Seattle’s iconic Capitol Hill neighborhood while we shut down the streets for the city’s biggest party. Tickets on sale now. 21+.
