A Laced Out Kwanzaa is a seven-day cultural experience celebrating Black creativity, spiritual wellness, entrepreneurship, and community.
Through art, shared knowledge, community service, and opportunities to support Black businesses, we're creating space to honor our roots, nourish the spirit, and build together.
Each day invites us to reconnect with our values, celebrate our collective contributions, and imagine what becomes possible when we grow together.
ROOTED IN CULTURE. GROWING IN COMMUNITY.
Kwanzaa is an African American and Pan-African cultural celebration created by Dr. Maulana Karenga in 1966. Rooted in African harvest traditions, it celebrates family, community, and culture through seven principles known as the Nguzo Saba.
Observed annually from December 26 through January 1, Kwanzaa encourages reflection, cultural pride, collective responsibility, and purposeful action.
Dr. Maulana Karenga
Umoja
Kujichagulia
Ujima
Ujamaa
Nia
Kuumba
Imani
Get Involved
Artists & Performers
Share your creativity and talent with the community.
Speakers & Facilitators
Lead conversations, workshops, and shared learning.
Vendors
Showcase your products
and connect with shoppers.
Volunteers & Interns
Help bring this seven-day experience to life.
Rooted in Partnership
Community is at the heart of A Laced Out Kwanzaa.
We're grateful for the organizations, businesses, and community partners helping bring this celebration to life.
