
The Kwanzaa Holiday: A Cultural Celebration
Unlike Christmas and Hanukkah, the Kwanzaa holiday is not a religious celebration. Kwanzaa was created as a means of identifying and affirming cultural traditions and principles within the African-American community. Celebrated for seven days, from December 26 through January 1, Kwanzaa is a gathering of friends and family where stories, customs, meals and decorations are shared in honor of a common history and shared future. Use The Kwanzaa Holiday Web Guide to learn about the founding of Kwanzaa and how you can celebrate.
Kwanzaa History and Traditions
Because Kwanzaa is a relatively new holiday, there are many opportunities for creating and ... read more »
Kwanzaa Celebrations
This section focuses on the specific traditions associated with participating in, or hosting, a ... read more »
Kwanzaa Food and Recipes
Food plays a central role in the Kwanzaa celebration, particularly at the Karamu feast ... read more »
Kwanzaa Decorations
Bring Kwanzaa symbols into your home while honoring the sixth principle of Kwanzaa: ... read more »