• Nowruz Party and Community Gathering with the Siriya Ensemble

    Sundin Music Hall, Hamline University, 1531 Hewitt Ave. St. Paul MN 55104 Sundin Music Hall, Hamline University, 1531 Hewitt Ave., St. Paul, MN, United States

    The Twin Cities Iranian Culture Collective is proud to present the first Minnesota appearance of the Siriya Ensemble, currently on a national tour. The Siriya Ensemble showcases folk-pop music from southern Iran, blending traditional folk melodies with contemporary arrangements to appeal to a modern audience. This unique style retains the richness of regional folk songs […]

  • Intro to Persian Dance Class with Parisa Naini

    Zorongo Flamenco Studio 3715 Minnehaha Avenue, Suite C,, Minneapolis, MN, United States

     Learn a variety of styles within classical Persian dance in a beginner-friendly environment.  We will explore flexibility, strength, technique, expression and mystical elements of this dance form. Please wear comfortable clothing, socks or ballet shoes, and bring water. All levels welcome! Specific instructions for entering the studio will be sent to registered participants. This event […]

  • Mizna Film Series Iranian Classics: Brick and Mirror & The House is Black

    Trylon Cinema 2820 E 33rd St., Minneapolis, MN, United States

    The Twin Cities Iranian Culture Collective is pleased to be a co-sponsor of Mizna's 2025 Film Series, which this year features classic Iranian films. BRICK AND MIRROR (1965, DCP, 131m, Farsi with English subtitles) dir Ebrahim Golestan  With this landmark debut feature, director Ebrahim Golestan delivers a jolt of modernism to pre-revolution Iranian cinema, laying […]

  • Let’s Loghme – Persian Bites Cooking Class

    Northeast Middle School 2955 Hayes St NE, Minneapolis, MN, United States

    Perfect for those who love small plates and bold flavors, this class taught by Mina Ghorbanifarajzadeh focuses on Persian mezze-style dishes, called loghme in Farsi, that can be enjoyed as appetizers or a shared meal. Participants will be part of creating the dishes and trying them too! Come prepared to cut, chop, and mix into […]

  • Tirgan Water Festival

    Thomas Beach Minneapolis, MN 55416, USA

    Tirgan Water Festival by the Beach – A Splash of Persian Joy! Celebrate the ancient Persian festival of Tirgan with us on the shores of summer! Join us for a joyful family picnic full of water games, crafts, music, and cultural fun in both English & Farsi. Date: Saturday, June 7 Time: 10:00 AM – […]

  • Persian Fall Festival

    Hennepin Hall 983 E. Hennepin, Minneapolis, 55414

    Celebrate Mehregan, the ancient Persian festival of autumn, with a full day of music, food, art, and culture. Whether you're looking to explore Persian traditions or just enjoy a vibrant community gathering, there’s something for everyone — kids and adults alike. Event Highlights Traditional Persian Food Chaikhane (Persian Tea House) – All Day Persian Mini […]

  • Opening Reception: 2025 Twin Cities Iranian Arts Exhibition

    Hopkins Center for the Arts 1111 Mainstreet, Hopkins, MN

    The Twin Cities' most talented Iranian-American artists will have their work on display at our seventh annual Iranian Artists Exhibition Thursday, October 23 through Sunday, November 30, 2025 at the Hopkins Center for the Arts. Works by more than a dozen local artists will be on display, including several whose work has never before been […]