Organized jointly by the Parish Council, Women’s Guild of Holy Trinity Armenian Church and Barev Centre, this annual gathering marks one of the most significant feast days on the Armenian Apostolic Church calendar—the Feast of the Assumption of the Holy Mother of God (Asdvadzadzin).
Held on the church grounds at 920 Progress Ave in Toronto, the day offers a meaningful mix of spiritual tradition and lively community fellowship. Attendees will participate in the sacred Grapes' Blessing ceremony before enjoying a festive afternoon outdoors. The event features a freshly grilled Summer BBQ along with a bustling Armenian Market, offering local artisans, businesses, and vendors an opportunity to share their goods with the community.
Event Highlights
Sacred Grapes' Blessing: Traditional blessing ceremony honoring the Feast of the Assumption of the Holy Mother of God.
Summer BBQ: Freshly grilled kebabs and delicious food served outdoors by church volunteers.
Armenian Market: Explore a vibrant local vendor market offering traditional goods, artisan products, and specialty items.
Community Fellowship: A warm, family-friendly atmosphere bringing together the Toronto Armenian community for a day of faith and celebration.
Registration & Participation Guidelines
Date & Time: Sunday, August 16, 2026 | Event begins at 12:30 PM.
Location: Holy Trinity Armenian Church (920 Progress Ave, Toronto, ON).
Vendor Table Bookings: Local vendors interested in booking a table at the Armenian Market can contact the Holy Trinity Armenian Church or Mari Boyrazian:
Church Phone: (416) 431-3001
Mari’s Phone: (647) 998-3059
Who Can Attend: Open to all parishioners, families, friends, and neighbors—everyone is welcome!
