Al-Khazneh, the Treasury of Petra, seen between the rock walls of the Siq

Culture · Heritage · Community

From Jordan to the World

Celebrating Jordanian culture, heritage, and hospitality in Houston, Texas — bringing the spirit of Jordan to communities across America.

Women celebrating with a Jordanian flag and a red shemagh at the Jerash Festival

Our Story

Bringing the heart, heritage and hospitality of Jordan to the United States.

Jordan Festival celebrates Jordanian culture, heritage and traditions, bringing the spirit of Jordan to communities across the United States — from ancient history to authentic flavors, arts and stories passed down through generations.

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The Jordan Experience

Four ways into the spirit of Jordan.

History and traditions passed down from one generation to the next — from the red shemagh to hand-embroidered thobes.

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More than flavors, a taste of Jordanian heritage — from Mansaf to Rashoof and Zarb, every dish tells a story of Jordan.

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Music, dabke and the stories passed down through generations.

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Celebrating the diverse mosaic of Jordan and the growth of the Jordanian community in America.

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Men in traditional Jordanian dress gathered among old stone ruins

Festivals & Memories

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An evening concert in an ancient Roman theatre

Stories from Jordan

Heritage, food, people and places.

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    Petra, the rose-red city

    Carved into sandstone cliffs by the Nabataeans, Petra is Jordan’s best-known wonder.

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    Mansaf, shared from one tray

    Lamb cooked in jameed and served over rice — the dish of every Jordanian celebration.

Sunset over the red sand and mountains of Wadi Rum

Heritage, culture & community

Where nature and history come together

A crossroads of civilizations: Nabataean stone, Roman theatres, the dunes of Wadi Rum and the forests of Ajloun, with a table always set for one more guest.

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Wadi Rum at sunset