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Yalda Festival

· 18:30Diamond Event Saal

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Starts on Saturday, 19 December 2026 at 18:30

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Where music, poetry and memory come together.

We bring the sounds, celebrations and stories of Iran to Swiss stages – for everyone who would like to listen.

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Yalda Festival

On 19 December 2026, Ahura Mazda celebrates the Yalda Festival, the celebration of the longest night, at the Diamond Event Saal in Biel, with dinner and music by DJ AVA.

  • · 18:30
  • Diamond Event Saal
  • Ticket sales open soon
A fire burning in a stone fire altar between ancient columns under the evening sky

About us

Iranian culture in the heart of Switzerland

A cultural and arts institute in Switzerland that keeps Iranian culture alive and shares it with others: with celebrations, concerts and cultural evenings, open to everyone.

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The experience

An evening with Ahura Mazda

  • Music

    Concerts and festive evenings with music that brings people together.

  • Celebrations & tradition

    We celebrate the festivals of the Iranian calendar – together and in style.

  • Meeting people

    A place to see old friends again and make new ones.

  • Open to everyone

    Whether you have Iranian roots or are simply curious – you are welcome.

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