The 16th annual Kwanzaa San Francisco celebration streams virtually this year from December 26 to January 1 with one in-person event at City Hall on Monday, December 27 at 12 Noon in the Rotunda. 

Today's principle: UMOJA (unity): To strive for and maintain unity in the family, community, nation and race.

Performances by Harpist From the Hood & Fillmore Slim.

Co-sponsors: SF Public Library, Bethel AME Church, Third Baptist Church & MEGABLACK, SF.

Streaming starts at 7 p.m. for all seven days. Tune-in to catch a fabulous line-up including blues bands, dance performances, spoken word and keynote speakers.

Tomorrow's in-person event starts in the Rotunda with the pouring of libations and honoring our ancestors as we light the second candle of the Kinara. There will be afro-centric dancing by Briana, along with spoken word, a performance by Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity and a keynote address by Sheryl Davis-Director of the Human Rights Commission. Click here to register for the in-person event.  You must show proof of vaccination and there is limited seating. 

About Kwanzaa

Created by Dr. Maulana Karenga in 1966, Kwanzaa is celebrated annually by more than 30 million people worldwide, over seven days from December 26 to January 1. The values of Kwanzaa, Nguzo Saba (The Seven Principles), are critical tools for addressing the issues facing the African American community. Ceremonies are led by Brotha’ Clint Sockwell, Kwanza Morton, Malik Seneferu and Toni Battle. 

About the Village Project 

Adrian Williams is the founder of The Village Project, a youth service organization focusing on education and cultural enrichment for youth and their families in the Western Addition. She has revived the celebration of Kwanzaa throughout San Francisco by connecting traditionally African American communities.