Celebrating Kwanzaa: Honoring Heritage, Community & Culture

As the year winds down and the holiday season fills our homes with light and intention, millions of people across the United States and beyond come together to celebrate Kwanzaa—a weeklong cultural holiday honoring African heritage, community, and the collective spirit of unity.

Founded in 1966 by Dr. Maulana Karenga, Kwanzaa is rooted in African harvest traditions and is celebrated from December 26 to January 1. More than a holiday, it’s an opportunity to reflect, reconnect, and recommit to the values that strengthen families and communities.