Yalda Night Celebration 2025

Celebrate Yalda Night 2025 at Yale!
Join us for a vibrant and unforgettable Yalda Night celebration at the Yale Harkness Ballroom as we gather with the Iranian community, friends, and supporters to honor the longest night of the year.

This special evening will feature:
🌟 Traditional Yalda Festivities
🍉 Watermelon, pomegranate, and a variety of classic Yalda treats
🥤 Delicious food and drinks
🎶 Music and dancing
📖 Fal-e Hafez (Hafez fortune reading)—a beloved Yalda tradition
🤝 30–60 minutes of networking to connect with students, scholars, and community members across Yale and beyond

Whether you’re celebrating Yalda for the first time or continuing a cherished tradition, this evening offers a warm and welcoming space to enjoy culture, community, poetry, and joy together.

We look forward to celebrating the beauty of Yalda Night with you!

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Host or Publisher Nima Fattahi and Mohammad Shahhosseini