Where to Celebrate Kwanzaa 2025 - Events in New Jersey and New York

November 05, 2025| Events - Back to Kwanzaa Overview

Kwanzaa is a non-religious holiday that is globally celebrated from December 26 through January 1st. Celebrate the holiday with these events in New Jersey and New York! Don’t miss out on this opportunity to celebrate and embrace the values of Kwanzaa with your loved ones, and make this holiday season truly memorable.

Cinnaminson, NJ

December 05, Friday, 7pm

All ages

Tickets start at $125 I Kwanzaa Fundraising Community Awards Dinner

Come celebrate the individuals and groups in the community that are improving Burlington County, New Jersey. The ATAP Scholarship Fund and ATAP Programs benefit from the proceeds. We also welcome you to the African Village MarketPlace where vendors sell and create experiences.

Plainfield, NJ

Plainfield Performing Arts Center, 724 Park Ave, Plainfield, NJ

Pre-Kwanzaa Marketplace Celebration on December 13, Saturday, 12pm-5pm

Parking available across the street in Municipal Lot #7

All ages

Newark, NJ

Kwanzaa Family Festival & Marketplace at NJPAC, 1 Center St, Newark, NJ 07102

December 20, Saturday, 1pm-7:30pm

All ages

Free - Must RSVP

"Celebrate culture, community and creative expression at NJPAC’s annual Kwanzaa Family Festival & Marketplace!

Join the hundreds of families who make the free Kwanzaa Family Festival part of their annual celebration. It’s a full day of uplifting programs — including a candle-lighting ceremony and vibunzi — based on the seven principles of Kwanzaa.

NJPAC’s Community Engagement makes Kwanzaa magical … and memorable."

Stay tuned for more exciting events as we count down to Kwanzaa!