. The community-wide event will feature local artists, musicians, and creators, as well as delicious food and beverages.
The festival of Shab-e Yalda, or Yalda NIght, is an ancient pre-Zoroastrian tradition celebrated by Persian peoples across the globe. The holiday takes place on the longest night of the year, typically on the 20th or 21st of December, or the winter solstice. Yalda, which means birth or light, honors the triumph of light over darkness.
“Yalda is about warmth, life, and togetherness,” said Yalda Market organizer and Kucheh Studio owner Mina M. Jafari. “Yalda Market gives local Persians a chance to bond over shared culture and values, while also introducing non-Persians to the rich tapestry of art, food, and traditions that make up this wonderful holiday.”