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Kwanzaa Celebrations

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Description

This celebration of African American heritage takes place December 26 to January 1 each year, and culminates in a feast and gift-giving ritual. The holiday is rooted in seven principles known as Nguzo Saba, which promotes unity, culture and community development. In Harlem, the Apollo Theater hosts dance, music and various family-friendly activities on December 30, while Brooklyn’s Kwanzaa Fest is a “party with a purpose” (with details to be announced on social media at a later date.)

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Location

Apollo Theater

253 W. 125th St. Manhattan, NY, 10027

Features

Seasonal
Winter
Kwanzaa
Holidays
Accessibility
Assistive Listening System
Wheelchair Accessible
Type
Music
Live Music
Historic Sites
Tour Company
Genre
Comedy
Dance

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