2026 AFRP Ramallah Convention
July 22–26, 2026 • Houston, Texas
Ramallah, We Have LIFTOFF!
REGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN for the 67th Annual AFRP Convention happening July 22-26, 2026 in Houston, Texas!
This year’s convention will give everyone the chance to connect with family and strengthen our community and culture. There will be an assortment of events for all ages in the exclusive hotel in uptown Houston - close to all the hottest spots in town. Our convention will host inspiring speakers, cultural immersion, and fun events to network and relax with friends, old and new.
Registration for the 2026 AFRP Convention is $250. Sign up before April 30th for an early-bird discount!
*A 2026 membership is required to attend the convention.
Please note: Hotel reservations can be made after you register for the convention. The hotel will not honor reservations made outside the link shown once reservation is finalized.
Events at the 2026 AFRP Convention Include:
- Wild, Wild West Bank Welcome Dinner
- Laugh Out Loud with Amer Zahr
- Beity Beats at Club Decorum
- RAMALLAH BLVD Young Adult Night
- Mother Agapia Stephanopoulos on Her Mission in Palestine
- Urban Cowboy Young Adult Mixer
- Ramallah Business Professionals Network (RBPN) Mixer
- The Thobe Project
- Camp Baladi for Kids
- Youth Arcade Room
- And Much More!
Become a Sponsor
Sponsorship opportunities for the 67th Annual AFRP Convention include tiered levels of support, each offering recognition in the souvenir Ad Book, event signage, and digital promotion, with select levels including banquet tickets.
Additional event and Ad Book options provide accessible ways to support convention programming while honoring families, businesses, and our shared heritage.
Questions? Email us at HTXRamallahConvention@gmail.com or visit our FAQs page.
Event Highlights at the 2026 AFRP Ramallah Convention
Space is limited for these events, so please register before it's too late! If you've already registered and would like to add one of these subevents, sign into your My AFRP account, and select "Event Registration" from the homepage. Under "Your Upcoming Events", select "Edit Registration" for the Convention. You will then be able to add any subevents.
Lunch with Mother Agapia
Mother Agapia Stephanopoulos is a tireless advocate for justice in Palestine, whose life’s work reflects a deep commitment to humanitarian service, interfaith solidarity, and the protection of the people of the Holy Land. Having lived among Palestinians, she has borne witness to their daily realities - giving a voice to the oppressed and turning faith into meaningful action. Join us for lunch and an afternoon of reflection and insight as she shares her powerful, living testimony.
Baladi Night
Step into an evening filled with vibrant heritage, featuring a stunning thobe fashion show brought to you by The Thobe Project, lively entertainment, and a festive atmosphere that brings tradition to life. Dance, admire, and immerse yourself in the beauty of our roots at Baladi Night.
Beity Beats
From the first track to the final beat, Beity Beats delivers a DJ-curated house music experience rooted in culture- featuring the Lutman Project, The Violin Guy, and DJ Muze. Come experience a mix of Arabic and International sounds at the Decorum Nightclub-dance, connect and celebrate.