Kwanzaa - a weeklong annual celebration of African-American cultures and values created in 1966 by Maulana Karenga. It is held on December 26 to January 1.
Kinara- a special candle holder that has seven spots, each one representing a virtue celebrated during Kwanzaa. The special candles placed in a Kinara are called. Mishumaa Saba.
Kikombe cha Umoja (Unity Cup) - a symbol used to give thanks to African Ancestors
Mkeka mat- a special mat on which the kinara and other symbols of Kwanzaa are placed. Usually there are Mahindi (corn), zawadi(gifts), unity cup, etc.
Karamu- Kwanzaa culminates with a Karamu, a special feast, on the 6th day of Kwanzaa.
Dashiki- colorful garments originating from West Africa. Dashikis are usually worn while celebrating Kwanzaa