About this Event
ECDC African Community Center of Denver (ACC) is hosting our 21st Annual Refugee First Thanksgiving community dinner! Join us for an evening of food, friendship, music, and dancing as we welcome Denver’s refugee and immigrant community.
Hosted near the ACC office at the Assumption of the Theotokos Cathedral, this special celebration brings neighbors and friends together to enjoy traditional Thanksgiving favorites alongside globally inspired dishes that reflect the diversity of our community. Whether you’re a refugee, immigrant, or community supporter, everyone is welcome to join the festivities!
Tickets
Two dinner shifts are available, 5:00pm and 7:00pm.
Refugee/Immigrant - Free*
*Refugee/immigrant tickets are specifically reserved for those newest to our community and/or identify as a refugee/immigrant.
General Admission - $20
*Admission is free for children under 12 years old.
Event Volunteers
Event volunteers should NOT reserve a ticket through Eventbrite. Eventbrite tickets are only for guests attending the event. If you would like to volunteer, please sign up for a volunteer shift through our SignUpGenius.
Program
A delicious buffet dinner provided by refugee and immigrant chefs working with our catering partner, RBazaar, and our faith-based food partners will be served from 5:00pm - 8:30pm. Throughout the event there will be music, dancing, and children's activities.
To honor our Muslim community members, this event will be alcohol-free and fully halal.
Parking
Ample free street parking is available near the event venue. The on-site parking lot northeast of the building is reserved for guests with disabilities and limited mobility. Additional parking is available along the southwest side of the building and on nearby streets, including Dahlia St., Dexter St., and Eudora St., across Alameda Ave. If parking across the street, please use the designated crosswalk and traffic light at Alameda Ave. and Dahlia St.
Public transportation is also available, with nearby bus service on routes 3, 3L, 83D, and 83L.
Donations
Giving Up Isn’t in Our Vocabulary
Whether you’re able to join us for First Thanksgiving this year or not, you can stand with our refugee community by making a gift through Colorado Gives. Your support helps ACC continue welcoming newcomers and building community together.
Hygiene Care & Comfort Bags
at the event. Using the items on our list ensures each family receives the same essential items, bringing comfort, care, and dignity to families celebrating Thanksgiving in the U.S.
A Special Thank You to Our Sponsors:
The Colorado Health Foundation, Regional Transportation District (RTD), Monarch Management and Investment Group, Skyport Hospitality, JP Lamborn CO, Denver Sister Cities International, DiversifiED Consulting, CEDS Finance, HMart
Thank You to Our Event Partners:
R Bazaar, Downtown Denver Islamic Center, Eldorado Natural Spring Water, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, Highlands Church, Rodef Shalom
Event venue & nearby stays
Assumption of the Theotokos Greek Orthodox Cathedral, 4610 E Alameda Ave, Denver, United States
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