Created by activist Maulana Karenga, Kwanzaa is observed December 26th through January 1st with each day has a significant meaning. The sixth day is KUUMBA , which means CREATIVITY .

Kwanzaa is an African American, and pan-African seven-day cultural festival celebrated every December 26 to January 1. Like most festivals, Kwanzaa incorporates music as an essential element of ...

Thursday was the first day of Kwanzaa, a week-long celebration of African American culture. To kick off the holiday, people gathered at the California Capitol. Sign up for our Newsletters "Kwanzaa ...