How is Kwanzaa calculated?

This observance runs for 7 days from its calculated start date each year.

When is Kwanzaa 2026?

Name: Kwanzaa
Start: 2026-12-26
End: 2027-01-01
Location: Worldwide

Kwanzaa is a seven-day African American and Pan-African cultural celebration held from 26 December to 1 January.

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When is Kwanzaa 2026?: Kwanzaa 2026 is on Saturday, 26 December 2026.
What day of the week is Kwanzaa 2026?: It falls on Saturday.
How is Kwanzaa calculated?: This observance runs for 7 days from its calculated start date each year.