The UNESCO International Day of Intangible Cultural Heritage is celebrated annually in Armenia on this symbolic day, highlighting the role of intangible cultural heritage in the spiritual, cultural, and creative life of society.

The celebratory events have expanded from year to year, bringing together state and non-governmental institutions active in the field of intangible cultural heritage, creative groups and bearers. In this way, the importance of safeguarding, transmitting, and promoting heritage is further emphasized, while public awareness of the safeguarding, dissemination, and transmission of cultural heritage is also enhanced.

This year, the initiative has been joined by the communities of the Republic of Armenia, including state, educational, and cultural institutions, such as museums and libraries, as well as non-governmental organizations and individuals.

In keeping with the significance of the day, a variety of cultural events will be held in communities, including exhibitions, performances, master classes, and dance and music programmes. These activities aim to highlight and celebrate the values of intangible cultural heritage elements inscribed on the national inventory of the Republic of Armenia and on UNESCO’s lists.

Programme

Events dedicated to the ICH International Day ; Posts dedicated to the ICH International Day on social platforms ; Exhibitions dedicated to the ICH International Day in museums and libraries:

1. “Armenian Folk and Decorative-Applied Arts” Conference, Hovhannes Sharambeyan Museum of Folk Arts, 17–18.10.2026, Yerevan
   https://int-heritage.am/en/armenian-folk-and-decorative-applied-arts-conference/


2. Exhibition of publications and illustrations entitled “Book Illustrations of the Epic of David of Sassoun”, National Library of Armenia, 17.10.2026, Yerevan
   https://www.facebook.com/NationalLIbraryofArmenia/posts/pfbid02DbUqbnAMUyPgRRaQBVcPvaR4ZDRgvytfqEbXQA3AnufKVSnobCKE6XpZ2nSPxeoUl?rdid=m5r0vqq0YkgM120K#


3. Thematic book exhibition “Lavash as Intangible Cultural Heritage”, O. Chubaryan Regional Library of Ararat Province, 17.10.2026, Artashat, Ararat Province, Republic of Armenia
   https://www.facebook.com/photo/?fbid=1507074514787623&set=a.463135852514833


4. “Bread Culture” Exhibition, National Gallery of Armenia, 17.10.2026, Yerevan
   https://www.facebook.com/share/p/17z14WTjYC/?mibextid=wwXIfr


5. Exhibition entitled “From the Pages of Books to Our Cultural Roots” and “Armenian Letter Art”, “V. Petrosyan Aragatsotn Regional Library” SNCO, 17.10.2026, Ashtarak, Aragatsotn Province, Republic of Armenia


6. Event “Sculpture as a Bridge between Generations”, “Amberd Fortress” Historical and Cultural Reserve, 17.10.2026, Antarut village, Aragatsotn Province, Republic of Armenia
   https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1C6sV6gKqb/


7. “Armenian Embroidery” Exhibition, Khnko Aper National Children’s Library, 17.10.2026, Yerevan
   https://www.facebook.com/photo/?fbid=1443754961189127&set=a.520615676836398

Text as provided by the organiser(s).