Rooted in Chicagoland, the Albanian-American Community of Illinois is a nonprofit built by Albanian-Americans. Our mission is simple yet powerful: to keep our heritage alive and thriving. Through vibrant festivals such as Byrek Fest, cultural programs, community gatherings and youth engagement, we create spaces where the Albanian spirit is not only preserved but also celebrated.

Whether you were born back home or right here in the States, AACI is your home. A place where you can dance to the rhythms of our ancestors, taste the recipes passed down through generations, speak the language of your grandparents and pass it all on to your kids.

At Byrek Fest, we invite you not just to enjoy the food and festivities but to become part of something lasting. Join us in honoring our past, enriching our present and shaping our future together.

Because our culture lives on through us - all of us.

Faleminderit per perkrahjen tuaj! 👐

Byrek Fest 2026

AACI Annual Byrek Fest