Austin recognizes Nowruz/No Ruse Day and highlights cultural display at City Hall
March 26, 2026 | Austin, Travis County, Texas
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Mayor Pro Tem Chitovella read a proclamation recognizing Nowruz — the ancient Persian New Year — and designated 03/20/2026 as Nowruz (No Ruse) Day in Austin.
The proclamation celebrated Nowruz’s 3,000-year history and framed the holiday as a time of renewal, hope and cultural connection. It cited contributions from Iranian American and Persian-speaking residents and recognized the Austin Iranian Professional Association (AIPA) for cultural programming and community-building work.
A community representative thanked the council for the recognition, described celebrations held at City Hall the previous day including traditional music and food, and noted a haft-seen table (a Nowruz display of seven symbolic items) on view in the City Hall Atrium through March 31.
The remarks were ceremonial; no policy decisions or votes were taken during this agenda item.
The proclamation celebrated Nowruz’s 3,000-year history and framed the holiday as a time of renewal, hope and cultural connection. It cited contributions from Iranian American and Persian-speaking residents and recognized the Austin Iranian Professional Association (AIPA) for cultural programming and community-building work.
A community representative thanked the council for the recognition, described celebrations held at City Hall the previous day including traditional music and food, and noted a haft-seen table (a Nowruz display of seven symbolic items) on view in the City Hall Atrium through March 31.
The remarks were ceremonial; no policy decisions or votes were taken during this agenda item.
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