The 2026 Torchlight March is an annual commemoration in Yerevan, Armenia, on 23 April—the eve of Armenian Genocide Remembrance Day—with thousands of participants.
Live video
Stream (YouTube): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=S6TNVVBz3sA
What it is
- A traditional torchlight procession with very large public participation.
- It honors the victims of the Armenian Genocide (1915).
- It symbolizes the ongoing struggle for recognition and justice.
Key details (2026)
- Date: 23 April 2026
- Start: Republic Square (Yerevan)
- Destination: Tsitsernakaberd memorial complex
- Motto: “The struggle continues”
Route
Participants move through central streets to the memorial. Torches stand for collective memory and shared remembrance.
Meaning
- Upholds historical memory and national identity.
- Honors the victims.
- Expresses resilience and the search for justice; fire symbolizes lasting remembrance.