Events

Gatherings, Workshops & Celebrations

Events are at the heart of our community. Everyone is welcome — members, families, neighbors, and partners.

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Ethiopian Day · Enkutatash

Everything you need to know about our largest annual celebration.

Our largest annual celebration

Ethiopian Day · Enkutatash 2019

Melkam Addis Amet! Enkutatash marks the end of the rainy season and the start of a new year. Join Colorado's Ethiopian community for a full day of music, coffee, cuisine and culture — free and open to everyone.

Sunday, September 6, 202611:00 AM – 9:00 PMCentennial Center Park, Centennial CO

Visit the Ethiopian Day site Reserve a vendor booth Sponsorship packages

What's happening

Live music, Ethio-jazz and a headline evening set
Traditional jebena buna coffee ceremony all day
Habesha kemis & modern Ethiopian fashion showcase
Kids Zone with splash pads, games and storytelling
Community Row with nonprofits and health resources
Free admission — open to everyone

5,000+

Expected guests

40+

Vendor booths

Free

Admission

Festival schedule

11:00 AMGates open · Meskel flower blessing
12:00 PMOpening ceremony · National anthems
12:45 PMChildren's choir & Abebayehosh singers
1:45 PMEthiopian dance showcase · Eskista sets
2:45 PMTM3 Martial Arts Taekwondo demo & workout
3:30 PMAzmari & masinko live set
4:15 PMFashion showcase · Habesha kemis
5:00 PMCommunity awards & sponsor spotlight
6:00 PMOpening act · For the Culture youth group
6:45 PMHeadline set · Tariku 80
8:15 PMDJ dance party & new year toast

Times are approximate and subject to change as the performer lineup is finalized.

Join us

Upcoming Events

Find an event that fits you. All are welcome.

Cultural

Ethiopian Day / Ethiopian New Year (እንቁጣጣሽ)

Date: Sunday, September 6, 2026
Time: 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Location: Centennial Center Park, Centennial, CO

Our largest annual celebration — music, dance, coffee, food, and culture as we welcome Enkutatash together.

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Members

General Assembly

Date: Saturday, June 28
Time: See event page for schedule
Location: Aurora, CO

Members review the year's work, vote on community matters, and help shape CEC's direction.

Community

Community Barbecue

Date: Friday, July 18
Time: Afternoon
Location: Aurora, CO

A relaxed summer gathering for families, friends, and neighbors.

Looking back

Past Events

A few of the gatherings and programs our community has held recently.

CulturalPast event

Adwa Day Commemoration

Date: Early March
Time: Afternoon program
Location: Aurora, CO

Honoring the victory of Adwa with community leaders, elders, youth, and invited guests.

WellnessPast event

Mental Health Conference

Date: Spring 2026
Time: Three-day program
Location: Denver metro, CO

A three-day community conference organized with our PHIG mental health interns and partners.