Kwanzaa, which means "first fruits of the harvest" is based on the Nguzo Saba (Seven Guilding Principles), one for each day of the observance, and is celebrated from December 26th to January 1st.

The Kwanzaa Feast, or Karamu,
is held on December 31st.

Try these traditional
African American recipes to add
authenticity to your celebration.

  • Umoja (OO-MO-JAH) Unity stresses the importance of togetherness for the family and the community.
  • Kujichagulia (KOO-GEE-CHA-GOO-LEE-YAH) Self-Determination requires that we define our common interests.
  • Ujima (OO-GEE-MAH) Collective Work and Responsibility reminds us of our obligation to the past, present and future.
  • Ujamaa (OO-JAH-MAH) Cooperative economics emphasizes our collective economic strength.
  • Nia (NEE-YAH) Purpose encourages us to look within ourselves and to set personal goals.
  • Kuumba (KOO-OOM-BAH) Creativity makes use of our creative energies.
  • Imani (EE-MAH-NEE) Faith focuses on honoring the best of our traditions, draws upon the best in ourselves, and helps us strive for a higher level of life for humankind.
 

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