About this event
**18+ must have a ticket**
Wa’Ela Tigray 2026 | Denver, Colorado
Building Little Tigrai: Many cities. One community.
Website for More Information: https://tigraycommunitycenter.org/waela-tigray-2026/
Join us for an unforgettable weekend of culture, community, and purpose at Wa’Ela Tigray 2026, proudly hosted by the Tigrai Community of Colorado (TCC). From July 9–13, 2026, we invite you to gather with the Tigrayan community from across the country for a powerful and inspiring experience.
This year’s Wa’Ela Tigray is more than an event—it’s a movement. Together, we are working to raise the final $700,000 needed to complete our $6 million Tigrai Community Center, a transformative space that will serve generations to come as a hub for culture, connection, education, and empowerment.
✨ What to Expect:
- Dynamic community conversations
- Cultural performances and live entertainment
- Networking opportunities with leaders and changemakers
- Fundraising gala and community celebrations
- A shared vision for the future of the Tigrai diaspora
📍 Event Locations:
CULTURE NIGHT (Friday, July 10): Summit Conference & Event Center, 411 Sable Blvd, Aurora, CO 80011
THE COMMUNITY CENTER GALA (Saturday, July 11): The Local Drive, 2501 Dallas St., Aurora, CO 80010
COMMUNITY FESTIVAL & FAMILY DAY (Sunday, July 12): City of Axum Park, 3200 Birch St., Denver, CO 80222
Each day brings a unique experience, building momentum toward a collective goal: investing in a permanent home for our community.
Come be part of something bigger. Celebrate our identity, honor our resilience, and help us build a legacy.
The $2,500 Family Campaign: A Legacy of Giving
We invite families to become Founding Partners in this historic effort by joining our $2,500 Family Campaign. By contributing $2,500, your household will play a pivotal role in making this vision a reality.
Family Campaign Benefits:
🏡 Your family’s name will be permanently etched into the building as a tribute to your commitment and generosity.
🎉 Enjoy a complimentary venue rental once the center is completed—a $4,000 value! Whether for a wedding, graduation, or celebration, this is our way of thanking you for your investment in our community’s future.
Join the $2,500 Family Campaign today and leave a legacy that will uplift generations to come!
