Kwanzaa celebrates what its founder called the seven principles of Kwanzaa, or Nguzo Saba (originally Nguzu Saba – the seven principles of African Heritage). They were developed in 1965, a year before …

Dec 26, 2025 · Kwanzaa is an annual holiday celebrated primarily in the United States from December 26 to January 1. It celebrates the importance of the pan-African family and corresponding social …

Dec 26, 2025 · Kwanzaa’s origins Kwanzaa emerged during the Black Freedom Movement of the 1960s as a way to reconnect Black communities in the U.S. with important African cultural traditions that …

Oct 30, 2025 · What Is Kwanzaa? Kwanzaa is a seven-day, non-religious celebration of family, culture, and community. Each day honors a particular African-derived principle, and the final day culminates …

Created in 1966 by Maulana Ron Karenga, Kwanzaa is an African American and Pan-African holiday that celebrates history, values, family, community and culture. The ideas and concepts of Kwanzaa …

Dec 26, 2025 · Kwanzaa is a non-religious, seven-day-long holiday that celebrates African and African American history and culture. When is Kwanzaa? Kwanzaa is celebrated between December 26 and …

Dec 17, 2025 · Kwanzaa is a weeklong celebration of African American culture, heritage, and unity. It was created in 1966 by Dr. Maulana Karenga to honor traditional African harvest festivals and …

Dec 28, 2025 · Discover the significance of Kwanzaa, a celebration of Black culture and community. Learn about the seven principles and how to get started.

Dec 26, 2025 · Kwanzaa has become a nationally recognized celebration of African culture and community in the United States since its founding in 1966 and also is celebrated in countries with …

Oct 14, 2009 · Each family celebrates Kwanzaa in its own way, but celebrations often include songs and dances, African drums, storytelling, poetry reading, and a large traditional meal.