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COP17 in Yerevan. October 19 to 30, 2026
10/10/26From October 19 to 30, 2026, Yerevan will host the 17th meeting of the Conference of the Parties to the UN Convention on Biological Diversity (CBD COP17).
The conference will bring together government representatives, international organizations, scientists, experts, civil society, youth and private-sector representatives from around the world. Armenia will become the center of international discussions on biodiversity and nature conservation for almost two weeks.
📍 Where will COP17 take place?
The event will use two main zones in Yerevan:
Blue Zone — Meridian Expo and Event Center
1 Voskerichneri Street, YerevanThis will be the main official conference and negotiation venue. It will host plenary sessions, high-level meetings, ministerial discussions, thematic round tables and negotiations.
Access to the Blue Zone is limited to accredited participants.
Green Zone — Karen Demirchyan Sports and Concert Complex
Tsitsernakaberd Park, YerevanThe Green Zone will be open to the public and will offer exhibitions, presentations, interactive installations, discussions, film screenings and cultural events connected with environmental protection and biodiversity.
Admission to the Green Zone will be free, although registration may be required for some activities.
🌿 What will COP17 focus on?
One of the key objectives of COP17 will be to review the progress made in implementing the Kunming–Montreal Global Biodiversity Framework, adopted in 2022.
The discussions will cover biodiversity conservation, ecosystem restoration, sustainable use of natural resources, environmental financing and international cooperation.
For visitors to Yerevan, COP17 will also mean a wide range of public events, exhibitions and cultural activities taking place around the city.
Dates: October 19–30, 2026
City: Yerevan, Armenia
Main venues: Meridian Expo and Event Center & Karen Demirchyan Sports and Concert ComplexOfficial website: https://cop17yerevan.am/
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James Cameron in Yerevan. November 23, 2026
10/10/26On November 23, 2026, Yerevan will welcome one of the most famous filmmakers in the world — James Cameron, director of Titanic, Avatar, The Terminator and Aliens.
The special event “In Conversation with James Cameron: A Cinema Legend, Live in Yerevan” will give the audience an opportunity to meet the filmmaker in person and hear about his career, filmmaking, creativity, technology and the ideas behind some of the most influential films in modern cinema.
📍 Where and when?
Date: November 23, 2026
Time: 19:00
Venue: Karen Demirchyan Sports and Concert Complex
Address: 1 Tsitsernakaberd Highway, YerevanDuring the evening, James Cameron will speak with the Yerevan audience about his creative journey, cinema and innovation, followed by a live conversation with the audience.
The event is expected to attract both film enthusiasts and professionals from Armenia's creative and film industries.
Tickets went on sale on September 25.
More information and tickets: Eventhub Armenia
For visitors staying in Yerevan in November, this is a unique opportunity to see one of the world's most recognized filmmakers live in the Armenian capital.
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DIGITEC 2026: Technology and AI. November 20 to 22, 2026
10/10/26From November 20 to 22, 2026, Yerevan will host DIGITEC 2026, one of Armenia's major technology events.
This year's event focuses on Artificial Intelligence and brings together technology companies, startups, investors, international speakers and business representatives from Armenia and abroad.
📍 Where?
Meridian Expo Center
1 Voskerichneri Street, YerevanThe event will take place over three days, bringing together companies and visitors from different technology sectors.
🤖 What can visitors expect?
DIGITEC 2026 will focus on different areas of the AI ecosystem, including:
- AI models and applications
- Data and infrastructure
- Computing and chips
- AI tools and technologies
- Startups and innovation
- Business and investment opportunities
The programme will include presentations and talks from international technology leaders, an exhibition area, startup presentations and business networking.
The organizers expect more than 200 exhibiting companies, visitors from 30+ countries and more than 30,000 visitors, based on the event's published figures and expectations.
Visitors can attend the Expo floor free of charge, while some programme elements require registration or a ticket.
Dates: November 20–22, 2026
Venue: Meridian Expo Center, Yerevan
Theme: Artificial Intelligence & TechnologyOfficial website: https://digitec.am/
If you are visiting Yerevan for business, technology or innovation, DIGITEC is an excellent opportunity to discover Armenia's growing technology ecosystem and meet companies and professionals from the region.
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Morgenshtern live in Yerevan. December 19, 2026
10/10/26On December 19, 2026, Yerevan will host Morgenshtern Fest, a special live show featuring different musical personas and stages of Morgenshtern's career.
The concert will take place at the Karen Demirchyan Sports and Concert Complex in Yerevan.
The show will feature Morgenshtern under several of his artistic aliases, including Morgenshtern, Alisher, Israel Yehuda, Mamavirgin and Deenes MC, bringing together different periods of his musical career in one performance.
📍 Event details
Date: December 19, 2026
Venue: Karen Demirchyan Sports and Concert Complex
Address: 1 Tsitsernakaberd Highway, Yerevan
Format: Live concert / special showThe event is announced as the artist's first performance in the CIS in five years.
Tickets are scheduled to go on sale on October 5, 2026 through the artist's official website.
Official artist website: https://morgenshtern.love/
For guests staying in Yerevan in December, the concert will be one of the city's major entertainment events of the month.
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The Rasmus Live in Yerevan. March 20, 2027
10/10/26The Rasmus Live in Yerevan
Fans of rock music will have a special reason to visit Yerevan in spring 2027.
On March 20, 2027, the legendary Finnish rock band The Rasmus will perform in Yerevan for the first time.
The band is internationally known for hits such as “In the Shadows,” “First Day of My Life,” “Sail Away” and “Livin' in a World Without You.”
The Yerevan concert will also feature songs from the band's latest album WEIRDOS, combining new material with some of the band's best-known tracks.
📍 Concert details
Date: March 20, 2027
Time: 20:00
Venue: Eventhub Yerevan
Address: 3/8 Avetis Aharonyan Street, YerevanThe concert will be a great opportunity for fans of alternative and Finnish rock to see The Rasmus live in Armenia.
Tickets and information: Eventhub Armenia
If you are planning a spring trip to Yerevan, The Rasmus concert is an event worth adding to your itinerary.
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OUTLOUD Festival. August 20 to 22, 2027.
10/10/26OUTLOUD Festival 2027 Is Coming to Yerevan
Planning a trip to Yerevan for summer 2027? One of the major music and cultural events already announced for next summer is OUTLOUD Festival 2027.
The festival will take place in Yerevan from August 20 to 22, 2027.
📍 Where?
Yerevan Park
Yerevan, ArmeniaFor three days, the festival will combine live music with culture and entertainment across several stages.
The organizers describe OUTLOUD as an international festival bringing together different languages, genres and audiences. The 2027 Yerevan programme is planned to include music, theatre, literature, comedy, cinema and talks.
The announced programme includes artists such as Noize MC, Monetochka, Aquarium, Splean, Mashina Vremeni and Kasta, with more artists and speakers to be announced.
🎵 Festival details
Dates: August 20–22, 2027
Location: Yerevan Park, Yerevan
Format: 3-day music and cultural festival
Programme: Music, theatre, literature, comedy, cinema and talksTickets are already available through the festival's official channels.
Official website: https://outloud-fest.com/
If you are planning to visit Armenia next summer, OUTLOUD can be a great opportunity to combine a city break in Yerevan with three days of live music and cultural events.