KWANZAA 2025

Kwanzaa is an annual, non-religious cultural holiday celebrated from December 26 to January 1 by African Americans and Pan-Africans. Established in 1966 by Maulana Karenga, it's a seven-day celebration of Black culture, history, and community, drawing on African harvest festival traditions to promote unity and self-determination and to connect people of African descent with their heritage. The name originates from the Swahili phrase matunda ya kwanza, meaning "first fruits"

Fees

FREE

Schedule

The event will take place in the lobby area of the African Burial Ground National Monument. Attendees should enter through the Visitor Center entrance.

Contact Information

RAMON E. MANGUAL
212 238-4367
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Event Type

• Exhibition/Show
• Festival
• Performance