Arabian Nights | A Thousand and One Delights

Step into Arabian Nights: A Thousand and One Delights, an immersive cultural experience that awakens all the senses. Journey through Middle Eastern and South Asian traditions with nostalgic flavors, live music, elegant décor, and captivating performances.

This one-night event transforms the International Ballroom into a grand bazaar and celebration hall filled with color, sound, and taste. Guests will enjoy a blend of tradition and modernity—crafted to inspire connection and wonder.

• General Admission: $150
• VIP Table: $1,400, includes seating for 8 , welcome bubbly toast, prime seating, and olive oil favors

✨ Welcome Reception Bazaar – Step into a world of enchantment as you’re greeted with an immersive bazaar atmosphere. Enjoy plush lounge seating, a spice market filled with exotic aromas, Turkish coffee served in traditional style, and the intrigue of a fortune teller. Capture magical memories at themed photo stations while savoring a variety of gourmet appetizers and crafted beverages available for purchase.

✨ Mediterranean & Middle Eastern Dinner – Indulge in a lavish, family-style dining experience that celebrates the rich culinary traditions of the Mediterranean and Middle East. The evening’s curated menu features a variety of hand-crafted appetizers, authentic entrées, and decadent desserts—designed to delight every palate, including vegetarian and vegan options. Dinner is included with your ticket.

✨ Live Entertainment – Be mesmerized by an extraordinary lineup of performances throughout the night. Experience the energy of Dabke and Zaffa, the artistry of a world-class belly dancer, and the soul-stirring melodies of traditional instruments, all culminating in a lively DJ set that will keep the celebration going late into the night.

✨ Giveaways & Raffle Prizes - Throughout the evening, guests will have the chance to win exciting giveaways and exclusive raffle prizes, generously provided by our sponsors.

✨ Full Bar – Sip on imaginative cocktails infused with Arabian-inspired flavors such as rosewater, saffron, and orange blossom, alongside a full selection of premium wines, spirits, and non-alcoholic beverages—available for purchase at the bar.

✨ VIP Experience – For those seeking an elevated evening, our VIP guests will enjoy premium seating in the heart of the celebration, a sparkling bubbly welcome, and thoughtfully curated favors at each table—creating a truly unforgettable experience.

6:00 PM | Welcome reception & bazaar

7:00 PM | Guests seated, opening entertainment

7:30 PM | Dinner served, family-style

9:00 PM | Dancing & live performances

12:00 AM | Event concludes

• Appetizers - Veggie Grape Leaves, Meat Pies, Spinach Pies, Kibbe, Cheese Rolls
• Family Style Dinner - Meat Ouze, Boneless Mushroom Chicken with Potato Balls, Vegetarian Pasta, Fattoush, Hummus
• Desserts - Baklava, Maamoul

A write-in section for dietary restrictions will be provided at checkout.

• Event is 21+
• Dinner is open seating
• By attending, you grant permission for photography & video use
• Traditional attire encouraged
• Discounted room rates are available for attendees and can be reserved using the following link: https://book.passkey.com/e/51110543

This event is presented in collaboration with Goalden Entertainments, a local event planner and designer.

We also want to thank our Sponsors for helping make this event possible:

Presenting Sponsors - Nantucket Baking Company, Martha's Vineyard

Gold Sponsor - Sheshco Mediterranean Grill

Supporting Sponsors - Nabila's Sugar Shack, Caf`e De Miro, Avanti Law, Rafa's Auto

In Kind Sponsors - Qahwah House, Super Green Market

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