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Alif Institute is pleased to announce the 14th annual Atlanta Arab Festival on September 14th and 15th ! Experience the best of Arab cultures with food, music, art and more… a great event for kids and adults! Having drawn over 5,000 attendees in one weekend, the Atlanta Arab Festival is fast becoming an Atlanta tradition. […]
Join the Alif Institute and Dr. Hani Khoury for an exciting discussion over the inspiring story of his experiences coming to the United States found in his newest book: "Giving Up Is Not an Option". Books will be available for purchase before the event. Hani Q. Khoury is Professor and Coordinator of Mathematics in the […]
Are you a high school or college student whose study abroad plans have been canceled, or are you itching to do something fun in person? This program is for you! Alif is hosting an intensive, in-person domestic program that will allow you to study Arabic and immerse yourself in the culture. Dates: June 6 – June […]
Are you a high school or college student whose study abroad plans have been canceled, or are you itching to do something fun in person? This program is for you! Alif is hosting an intensive, in-person domestic program that will allow you to study Arabic and immerse yourself in the culture. This six-week program will give […]
*Editor's note: The Atlanta Arab Festival has decided to postpone until the new date of Oct. 8-9 due to the threat of inclement weather on the original date. NEW DATE: Saturday, October 8 & Sunday, October 9 11 AM - 6 PM Admission is FREE! The 15th Annual Atlanta Arab Festival is an annual fun […]
Alif Institute is proud to collaborate with Director Oualid Mouaness to bring his new newest film, 1982, to the Plaza Theater Plaza Atlanta! Stay after for a Q&A and meet the director! A Cinematic Wonder… 1982 keeps you on the edge of your seat, heart in your throat from beginning to end.” In his debut […]
Give the gift of culture! Alif’s annual A Taste of Christmas in the Arab World and Artist & Artisan Bazaar will be the perfect place to enjoy the holiday atmosphere in the company of community while browsing unique handmade and homemade items, savor some delicious treats, and support our local artists and small business owners! […]
FREE & OPEN TO THE PUBLIC! Alif Institute's, A Taste of Ramadan in the Arab World Artist & Artisan Bazaar will be the perfect place to enjoy the company of community while browsing unique handmade and homemade items, savor some delicious treats, and support local artists and small business owners! 3:00 PM – Learn about […]
Each year, the Alif community and friends gather together for a cultural celebration of the holy month of Ramadan. Over delicious food, enjoy the company of each other to hear stories and enjoy a performance. This year, the overlap between Ramadan and Lent provide an opportunity to share common traditions of fasting, introspection, good food, […]
Enjoy a week-end filled with Arabic flavors, sights, and sounds! As part of Alif Institute’s mission to foster the education and appreciation of Arab cultures, the Atlanta Arab Festival (AAF) is an annual event designed to celebrate Arab cultures, celebrate and experience Arab and Arab-American heritage, promote and enhance cultural exchange, and build community.
The Atlanta Arab Festival (AAF) is an annual event designed to celebrate Arab cultures, celebrate and experience Arab and Arab-American heritage, promote and enhance cultural exchange, and build community. The Atlanta Arab Festival draws attendees reflecting the diversity of the Atlanta metropolitan area and beyond. Over its history, the number of attendees has steadily increased, […]
Start off the blessed seasons of Ramadan and Easter by coming together for a day of community, culture, support for local artist and artisan community, and fundraising for humanitarian relief efforts. ● Enjoy a fun day filled with delicious food, art, shopping, and music!● Over 35 vendors selling their art, books, culinary creations, fashions…● Special […]
Attendees are invited to celebrate Alif Institute’s 20 years of service fostering the understanding and appreciation of Arab cultures. Alif Institute is proud to be a nonprofit organization inspired and supported by its community. Here's to weaving the future together! Reception: 6:00 pm - 6:45 pm Gala: 7:00 pm - 9:30 pm Attire - Formal […]
Enjoy a week-end filled with Arabic flavors, sights, and sounds! As part of Alif Institute’s mission to foster the education and appreciation of Arab cultures, the Atlanta Arab Festival (AAF) is an annual event designed to celebrate Arab cultures, celebrate and experience Arab and Arab-American heritage, promote and enhance cultural exchange, and build community. The […]
Mark your calendars for Sunday, December 8, from 2 PM – 8 PM! Alif’s A Taste of Christmas in the Arab World and Artist & Artisan Bazaar will be the perfect place to enjoy the holiday atmosphere in the company of community while browsing unique handmade and homemade items, savor some delicious treats from around the […]
Alif Institute is proud to bring Marcel Khalife's The Legacy Tour to Atlanta, Georgia. Legendary Lebanese composer, singer, and oud master Marcel Khalife, is joined by his son, virtuoso pianist Rami Khalife, and his nephew, cellist Sary Khalife, in a program that underscores his family’s incredible musical legacy. Revered as a cultural icon in the […]
Enjoy a week-end filled with Arabic flavors, sights, and sounds! Rooted in Alif Institute’s mission to foster understanding, appreciation, and preservation of Arab cultures, the Atlanta Arab Festival (AAF) is an annual gathering that celebrates Arab and Arab-American heritage, encourages cultural exchange, and builds community. About Alif Institute The Atlanta Arab Festival is organized by […]
Alif Institute invites the community to A Taste of Christmas in the Arab World, taking place on Friday, December 6, 2025, at Alif Institute in Atlanta. This festive, family-friendly event brings together the diverse holiday flavors, scents, and traditions of Arab Christmas through desserts, handmade goods, artisans, and cultural experiences.
Join the Alif Institute for a special advanced screening of “All That’s Left of You” - a powerful, deeply human story of memory, family, and survival. Come watch, reflect, and connect with community.
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