City of Glendale’s 25th Annual Armenian Genocide Commemorative Event

Glendale to Host 25th Annual

Armenian Genocide Commemoration
and Week of Remembrance Events

Glendale, CA – The City of Glendale will host its annual Armenian Genocide Commemorative Event on Thursday, April 23, 2026, at 6:30 PM at the Alex Theatre honoring the memory of the 1.5 million lives lost during the Armenian Genocide.

This year’s theme is “Memory Across Generations: The Continuing Echo of 1915,” and the program will feature performances by the AGBU Choir, Lilia Dance Group, Jivan Gasparyan Jr., musical selections by students from the Sonata Music School, and a short film produced by the City of Glendale Television (GTV) team.

The City of Glendale stands with the global Armenian community not only in remembering the events of 1915, but also in recognizing the ongoing importance of awareness and cultural preservation. Through this annual commemoration, now in its 25^th year, the city remains committed to honoring the past while supporting a more informed future.

“By coming together to reflect, we honor the past while reinforcing our commitment to preserving these stories for future generations,” said Mayor Ara Najarian.

The City will also host a series of events as part of the Week of Remembrance, taking place from now through the end of the month. Highlights include Armat Celebrates the Culinary Diaspora of Armenia, taking place on April 11^th, and a Lecture and Book Talk with Peter Balakian, taking place on April 30^th. A full schedule of events is available at GlendaleCA.gov/AGCE.

This event is free and open to the public; however, tickets must be reserved. To reserve free tickets and view the full list of Week of Remembrance events taking place, visit: GlendaleCA.gov/AGCE.

 

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Glendale The city Will host Armenian: Genocide 25-th Annually Commemoration and: In memory of the week The events

 

GLENDALE, Calif. – The city of Glendale will host its annual Armenian Genocide Commemoration event on Thursday. On April 23, 2026, at 6:30 p.m., at the historic Alex Theater, to pay tribute to the memory of the 1.5 million lives lost during the Armenian Genocide.

This year’s theme is “Memory Transmitted Through Generations: The continuing echo of 1915”, and the program will include performances by the AGBU Choir, Lilia Dance Group, Jivan Gasparyan Jr., Musical performances by Sonata School of Music students, as well as a short film produced by the Glendale City Television (GTV) team.

The City of Glendale stands with the global Armenian community, not only remembering the events of 1915, but also emphasizing the continuing need to raise awareness and preserve cultural heritage. Through this annual commemoration, now in its 25th year, the city continues to stay true to its commitment to honoring the past and building a more informed future.

“By coming together to reflect and commemorate, we respect the past while strengthening our commitment to preserve these stories for future generations,” Mayor Ara Najarian said.

The city will also host a series of events as part of Remembrance Week, which will take place between now and the end of the month. Among the important events are “Root. “Celebration of the Culinary Diaspora of Armenia” event on April 11, as well as a lecture and book discussion with Peter Balakian on April 30. A complete schedule of events is available at GlendaleCA.gov/AGCE.

The event is free and open to the public, but advance reservations are required. To reserve free tickets and see a complete list of all Memorial Week events, visit GlendaleCA.gov/AGCE.

 

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About Glendale:

Known as the “Jewel City,” Glendale is the fourth largest city of Los Angeles County. With a population of almost 200,000, Glendale is a thriving cosmopolitan city that is rich in history, culturally diverse, and offers nearly 50 public parks & facilities, with easy access to a municipal airport. It is the home to a vibrant business community, with major companies in healthcare, entertainment, manufacturing, retail, and banking. Visit GlendaleCA.gov for more information and follow us on social media @MyGlendale.

 

About the Alex Theatre:

A beloved landmark in the heart of Glendale, the Alex Theatre has been a cultural hub since 1925. Known for its distinctive Art Deco architecture and iconic spire, the theatre has hosted a wide range of performances—from vaudeville shows and classic films to concerts, community events, and live theater. Operated by SAS, the Alex continues to be a vibrant gathering place for artistic _expression_.