Central Florida's 26th Annual Kwanzaa Celebration Day 1 Umoja - Unity

Schedule

Fri Dec 26 2025 at 05:00 pm to 09:00 pm

UTC-05:00

Location

Winter Park Community Center | Winter Park, FL

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Day 1 – Central Florida Kwanzaa Celebration of Umoja:

Honoring Our Legacy, Inspiring the Future

Habari Gani!

Join us on December 26, 2025, from 5 PM to 9 PM at the Winter Park Community Center for the 26th Annual Kwanzaa Celebration and a vibrant gathering of Umoja (Unity) as we continue the long-standing tradition of Kwanzaa in Winter Park and across Central Florida. Last year, we proudly celebrated 25 years of Kwanzaa in Winter Park and Daytona Beach, along with 36 years of Kwanzaa in Central Florida. This year, we honor that milestone while shifting our focus toward the future—committing ourselves to building the next 50 years of Kwanzaa with intention, joy, and community spirit.

What is Kwanzaa?
Kwanzaa, created in 1966 by Dr. Maulana Karenga, is a cultural celebration of African heritage rooted in the seven guiding principles of the Nguzo Saba: Umoja (Unity), Kujichagulia (Self-Determination), Ujima (Collective Work and Responsibility), Ujamaa (Cooperative Economics), Nia (Purpose), Kuumba (Creativity), and Imani (Faith). Kwanzaa uplifts cultural identity, community responsibility, and the shared values that strengthen us across the African Diaspora.

Our Legacy
Central Florida’s Kwanzaa tradition began in 1988, led by community visionaries dedicated to uplifting African culture and the Nguzo Saba. In 1999, the first community-wide celebration was held in the historic African American community of Hannibal Square in Winter Park, FL. Over time, the celebration expanded to neighboring communities—including Eatonville, Parramore, Tangelo Park, Sanford, and Daytona Beach—strengthening its regional impact. Last year’s 25th Anniversary marked a major milestone in this powerful legacy, one we remain committed to carrying forward for generations to come.

Event Highlights
Experience Umoja through:
Candle Lighting Ceremony: Lighting the Black Candle in unity
SOKO Marketplace: Support Black-owned businesses
Community Dinner: $10.00 Kwanzaa Dinner Plates
Drumming by Tam Tam Alifa African Drummers
Kwanzaa Community Dancers, choreographed by Tanita Fadyeyola
Additional performances and entertainment will be announced soon!

Event Details
Date: December 26, 2025
Time: 5 PM – 9 PM
Location: Winter Park Community Center
Tickets: Available online or at the event. Proceeds benefit The Equity Council Corp.

Vendor Information
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Use Coupon Code KWANZAA26 through December 5, 2025, to receive $10.00 off in honor of last year’s anniversary celebration.

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Join us as we honor our past, celebrate our present, and boldly shape the next 50 years of Kwanzaa together. We can’t wait to see you there!

Habari Gani! Umoja!


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Winter Park Community Center, 721 West New England Avenue, Winter Park, United States

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