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Lebanese Canadian Society’s Annual New Year’s Eve Party
2025-12-31 19:00 - 21:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | 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

Community at Ya Hala
2026-01-02 18:00 - 21:00 | 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
More details about each weekend’s events will drop on the Monday before. 👀

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 ♥️

Drag for Palestine: Vancouver
2026-05-03 18:00 - 21:00 | the Birdhouse (Vancouver), 44 W 4th Ave, Vancouver, British Columbia, V5Y 1G3, Canada
After FOUR successful showcases in Toronto and Montreal raising over $15,000 for Palestine… our show is BACK, this time in VANCOUVER on Sunday, May 3rd 2026!
Hosted by Vajayjay Abrams once again, this will be a night you will NOT want to miss with an ALL STAR cast assembling to raise money for an incredible cause at the ICONIC Birdhouse!
Featuring performances by…
Vancouver’s own Addi Pose, Amy Grindhouse, Batty Banks, Bliss, Cataleya, Dislexia, Michelangela, and Son of a Butch!
Toronto’s Dandi Luv, Rosie, and Zi!
Montreal’s Clay Thorris!
Canada’s Drag Race stars Velma Jones, Karamilk, Dulce, Star Doll, Kendall Gender, PM, Xana, and Hazel!
And all the way from RuPaul’s Drag Race & HBO’s We’re Here, EUREKA will be here!
Do not miss on this one of a lifetime show for a great cause! Tickets are PWYC and Meet & Greet add-ons are available! Meet and Greet will be with Eureka, Star Doll, Velma Jones, Dulce, and more!
Funds raised with be donated to UNRWA

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

Queers Passed By: Filmistin screening event & music
2026-06-30 11:30 - 14:30 | Virtual
Join Filmistin for an evening of film, conversation, and music celebrating queer Palestinian stories, creativity and resistance.

Join Filmistin for an evening of film, conversation, and music celebrating queer Palestinian stories, creativity, and resistance.
Film Screening
A screening of a featured queer Palestinian film exploring identity, memory, belonging, and the many ways queer Palestinians navigate love, community, and survival.
Conversation with Saleh Saadi
A live discussion with filmmaker and writer Saleh Saadi on filmmaking, storytelling, representation, and the importance of queer Palestinian narratives in contemporary cinema.
Live DJ Set from Palestine with Haya Abu Warda
A live DJ set streamed from Palestine by Haya Abu warda, featuring music by queer Palestinian and Arab artists and creating a space for connection, celebration, and collective joy across borders.
Date & Time
Tuesday, June 30, 2026
8:30 PM Europe Time
9:30 PM Palestine Time
2:30 PM Eastern Time (US)
Tickets
Donation-based registration through Eventbrite.
Suggested Donation:
$10 General Admission
Pay-It-Forward Option
All proceeds support the palestinian family of Said Albitar in Gaza through Filmistin’s ongoing fundraising efforts.

Oud: A Musical History with Stephen Elaimy and Jane Hall
2026-08-03 18:30 - 20:30 | Folio: The Seattle Athenaeum, 93 Pike Street #307, Seattle, WA, 98101
Folio welcomes Stephen Elaimy (oud) and Jane Hall (darabuka & riqq) of the Arabic Music Ensemble House of Tarab for an immersive musical journey through the history of the oud. Known as the “king of instruments” across the Middle East and North Africa, this ancient, fretless lute is celebrated for its deep, resonant tone and its unique ability to produce the subtle microtonal inflections central to Arabic music. Accompanied by traditional percussion, the duo will bring the instrument’s sweeping history to life, tracing its path from ancient Mesopotamia and the golden age of Egyptian film to the melodic traditions of the Levant and its surprising influence on modern Western scores.

Faouzia at Neumos
2026-08-05 19:00 - 21:00 | Neumos, 925 E Pike, Seattle, WA, 98122, United States
The following description comes from the event organizer.
Internationally renowned vocalist, songwriter, and classically trained multi-instrumentalist, Faouzia, is one of pop’s most compelling global forces. Recognized for her evocative storytelling and soaring vocal range, she blends her multilingual roots with a boundary-shattering vision to carve her own path within a cinematic sonic universe of her own design. Faouzia has been spotlighted by Variety and Entertainment Weekly as an ‘Artist to Watch,’ with Variety further declaring her “an international artist in the truest sense.” In 2024, Faouzia captivated millions on China’s hit competition series, Singer, ultimately being one of the finalists, and is now the second most streamed international artist in China behind Taylor Swift. After introducing herself in 2019 with “Tears of Gold,” Faouzia has captivated audiences with breakout singles like “RIP, Love” — surpassing 150 million global streams and video plays combined — along with fan favorites “Don’t Call Me” and “Plastic Therapy.” Her genre-defying collaborations span from John Legend (“Minefields”) and Kelly Clarkson (“I Dare You”) to David Guetta (“Battle”), Galantis (“I Fly”), Alan Walker (“Last Song”), and most recently Illenium & G.E.M. on “Still Breathing,” further cementing her status as a true crossover artist. Now fully independent with her debut album FILM NOIR out now, Faouzia conjures a visual and cinematic world through her intricate and purposeful lyricism as well as her dramatic and melancholic melodies – with her unmistakable vocals taking center stage. The album spans 11 ethereal tracks and includes Faouzia’s first independent single “PORCELAIN,” as well as “PEACE & VIOLENCE” and viral breakout hit “UNETHICAL,” which landed Faouzia on the cover of Spotify’s Pop All Day playlist as well on Pop Rising. FILM NOIR has already garnered over 113M worldwide streams and recently charted on Apple Music’s Top Pop Albums chart.

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+.

Fatima Hajji
2026-09-05 22:00 - 2026-09-06 01:00 | Substation, 645 NW 45th St, Seattle, WA, 98107
Fatima Hajji – Fatima Hajji is a powerhouse in the global techno scene, renowned for her electrifying energy, innovative productions, and deep connection to her audience. Spanish by birth but with Arab roots, she blends tribal grooves with cutting-edge techno to create a unique sound that bridges inspired rhythms with modern, high-energy beats. Starting her journey at just 16, she rose to perform over 120 shows per year, headlining major festivals like Awakenings, Verknipt, Monegros, Medusa, Beyond Wonderland and TimeWarp Spain. She has also graced the booths of iconic venues such as Tresor Berlin, Fabric London, Space Miami and Amnesia Ibiza. In 2023, she launched her “Fatima Hajji Invites” event series, debuting with a sold-out All Night Long performance at Fabrik Madrid, which expanded in subsequent years to other locations, drawing global attention. Looking to 2025, Fatima is set to launch her new label, Strobö, to showcase cutting-edge sounds and rising talent, alongside performances at major festivals across Europe, Asia, and beyond. Her journey from teenage techno enthusiast to global icon is marked by authenticity, creativity, and relentless passion, with a commitment to staying true to her roots while constantly innovating.

Bumbershoot: Sudan Archives
2026-09-06 | WA

DJ Habibi Beats in Vancouver
2026-10-23 22:00 - 2026-10-24 04:00 | Fortune Sound Club, 147 E Pender St, Vancouver, British Columbia, V6A 1T5, Canada
19+
A powerhouse in the global dance music scene, DJ Habibeats is taking over Fortune Sound on October 23rd. Known for his viral event, “Habibi’s House”, Habibeats delivers a one-of-a-kind sound, fusing percussion-heavy genres like Amapiano, Baile Funk, and Jersey Club with the rich cultural influences of the Middle East, Africa, Brazil, and Latin America, garnering listeners worldwide.

Winter Festival: In Her Voice: Seffarine: De Fez a Jerez
2027-01-23 19:30 - 21:00 | Chapel at Good Shepherd Center, 4649 Sunnyside Ave N, Seattle, WA, 98103
Seffarine invites audiences into a sweeping musical journey across time and tide, tracing a lineage that stretches from the courts of Al-Andalus to the vibrant, evolving traditions of today. This special program moves fluidly between the intricate beauty of classical Andalusi repertoire, music carried to North Africa by those displaced during the Inquisition and Seffarine’s own bold, contemporary voice.
At its heart is Moroccan vocalist Lamiae Naki, born in the ancient city of Fes and deeply connected directly to this living tradition, joined by flamenco guitarist and oud player Nat Hulskamp. Together with their international ensemble, they illuminate a shared musical inheritance born along the Strait of Gibraltar, where cultures once intertwined for centuries.

Spring Festival: Mediterranean Currents: Haitham Haidar: Zaytoun
2027-03-13 19:30 - 21:00 | Chapel at Good Shepherd Center, 4649 Sunnyside Ave N, Seattle, WA, 98103
Tenor Haitham Haidar leads his JUNO Award-nominated project, Zaytoun (meaning ‘Olive’ in Arabic) alongside Rachell Ellen Wong, Dušan Balarin, Amanda Keesmaat, Abraham Ross, and Abdul-Wahab Kayyali. Zaytoun is a captivating collection of beautiful Baroque and Arabic songs, interlaced with poetry and musical improvisations, an exploration of the intersection between Baroque and Arabic music. Whether it be through instrumentation, ornamentation, or vocal production, Zaytoun highlights the natural connections between what we generally view as separate worlds.
