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Jul
12
Vartavar
Sunday, July 12, 2026
Feast of the Transfiguration of Our Lord
Aug
16
Madagh – Assumption of the Holy Mother of God
Sunday, August 16, 2026
Madagh and feast of the Assumption
Sep
8
Nativity of the Holy Mother-of-God
Tuesday, September 8, 2026
Sep
13
Khatchverats Luncheon
Sunday, September 13, 2026
Exaltation of the Holy Cross luncheon
Sep
27
Holy Cross of Varak
Sunday, September 27, 2026
Oct
10
St. Mary Festival
Saturday, October 10, 2026
St. Mary Festival (two days) https://www.stmaryarmenianfestival.com
Oct
25
Discovery of the Holy Cross
Sunday, October 25, 2026
Oct
31
All Saints Day
Saturday, October 31, 2026
Nov
21
Presentation of the Holy Mother-of-God
Saturday, November 21, 2026
Dec
5
Christmas Luncheon
Saturday, December 5, 2026
Christmas celebration luncheon
Dec
9
Conception of the Holy Mother-of-God
Wednesday, December 9, 2026
Dec
12
St. James, Bishop of Nisibis
Saturday, December 12, 2026
Every Year
Annual Events
St. Mary Armenian Food Festival
October 10–11Our beloved annual festival celebrates Armenian food, music, dance, and culture. Thousands of guests enjoy shish kebab, lahmajoun, baklava, live music, folk dancing, and more. Admission: $3. Visit the festival website.
Armenian Christmas (Surb Tznund)
January 6The Armenian Apostolic Church celebrates the Nativity and Baptism of Christ on January 6th. A solemn and joyful Badarak is followed by a parish banquet.
Easter (Surb Zatik)
SpringThe Resurrection of Our Lord is the most sacred celebration of the Armenian Church. Holy Week services lead to the joyful Easter Badarak and parish fellowship.
Armenian Genocide Commemoration
April 24St. Mary commemorates the 1.5 million martyrs of the Armenian Genocide with a solemn service, Walkathon, and community program. Our Genocide Memorial Monument stands as a lasting tribute.
Grape & Madagh Blessing
AugustA beloved Armenian tradition — the Feast of the Assumption of the Holy Mother of God (Verapokhoum). Grapes are blessed, Madagh is prepared, and pilgrims join us for a day of worship and fellowship.
Diocesan Assemblies & ACYO Conventions
VariousSt. Mary has hosted multiple Western Diocese Assemblies and ACYO Conventions, welcoming Armenian faithful from across California.
Photo Gallery
Browse photos from past worship services, festivals, youth events, and community life at St. Mary.