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Sunday, December 26, 2027
There are 609 days left until Kwanzaa 2027.
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Date details for Kwanzaa 2027
- Day of week: Sunday
- Full date: Sunday, December 26, 2027
- Days remaining: 609
- Weeks remaining: 87
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Kwanzaa 2027 begins on Sunday, December 26th, and runs through January 1st, 2027. It is a week-long celebration of African American culture and heritage.
History & Significance
Kwanzaa was created in 1966 by Dr. Maulana Karenga as a way to celebrate African American heritage and values. Each of the seven days represents one of the Nguzo Saba (Seven Principles): unity, self-determination, collective work, cooperative economics, purpose, creativity, and faith.
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