Armenia Fest returns to Royal Oak on August 22nd

ROYAL OAK, MI — The warmth, flavors and joyful spirit of Armenia will fill the Royal Oak Farmers Market when Armenia Fest returns Saturday, Aug. 22, from 5 to 10 p.m.

Presented by the Metro Detroit Armenia Fest Committee in partnership with the Detroit Knights of Vartan, the free festival invites the community to enjoy an evening of Armenian food, music, dance and hospitality.

The market will be transformed into a lively Armenian bazaar featuring artisan vendors, cultural exhibits, children’s activities, a silent auction and the popular Great Choreg Bake-Off.

Guests can enjoy grilled kebabs, stuffed grape leaves, lamajoon, freshly baked breads, pastries and other Armenian favorites. Armenian and American wines and beers will be available in the Beer and Wine Garden, while an outdoor cigar bar will offer premium cigars paired with Armenian cognac.

Live entertainment will include the Armenia Fest All-Star Band, led by Fest Co-Chair and Emcee Vaughn Masropian, and colorful performances by the Hamazkayin Arax Dance Troupe.

Admission is free and guests are encouraged to bring lawn chairs.