# Event Details - **Event Name**: Kwanzaa at the Gantt 2025: Kujichagulia - **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 27 Dec, 2025 at 12:00 pm – Sat, 27 Dec, 2025 at 04:00 pm - **Event Description**: Celebrate Kwanzaa 2025 at the Gantt!About this EventCelebrate Kwanzaa and the principle of Kujichagulia (self-determination), which means “to define ourselves, name ourselves, create for ourselves, and speak for ourselves.” This family-friendly event features a holiday marketplace showcasing local entrepreneurs and small businesses, a Kwanzaa table presentation by Kwanzaa Charlotte to explore the holiday’s history and traditions, and plenty of fun activities including arts & crafts, family photos, and live music throughout the day. Join us for a vibrant celebration that honors culture and the joyful spirit of the holiday season!Program Schedule (subject to change):Food & Drink Pop-Up12pm - 4pm (1st Floor Museum Store)Enjoy samples from local shops including Sweet Imalda’s Vegan Bakery while browsing the merchandise selection in our Museum Store. Guests are encouraged to make their way up to the 3rd floor to see the rest of the vendors for the day.Kwanzaa Table with Kwanzaa Charlotte12pm - 2pm (Performance Suite, 2nd Floor)Learn more about the holiday’s history along with elements of a traditional Kwanzaa table during this informative presentation by Deep Roots CPS Farm.Kwanzaa Family Photos12pm - 2pm (MODA Digital Arts Studio)Celebrate the vibrant spirit of Kwanzaa with a heartwarming family portrait that captures the essence of this joyous holiday. Our Kwanzaa Family Portraits are a beautiful way to commemorate the celebration.SHAE Movement Performance12:30pm - 2pm (2nd Floor Grand Lobby)Join us in an electrifying performance featuring an ensemble of both drummers and dancers by SHAE Movement African Arts - whose mission is to Share the Heart of Africa with Everyone!Holiday Marketplace12pm - 4pm (3rd Floor Mezzanine)Support local business owners who exemplify the principle of self-determination in their work every day. Shop a variety of items including accessories, candles, clothing, skincare, & more!Kwanzaa Drop-In Crafts12pm - 4pm (4th Floor)Come up to the 4th floor for a fun break filled with Kwanzaa themed craft activities. Guests will be able to make beaded bracelets and enjoy our selection of coloring sheets, all in traditional Kwanzaa colors.BNS Productions: From Tryon St. to Broadway2:30pm - 4pm (2nd Floor Grand Lobby)In the spirit of Kujichagulia (Self-Determination), From Tryon St. to Broadway highlights Black Broadway musicals, showcasing a legacy of artistic excellence despite generations of marginalization and honoring the self-determination of a local playwright with big Broadway dreams. - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/charlotte/kwanzaa-at-the-gantt-2025-kujichagulia/100001964545272795 - **Event Categories**: Art, Music, Business, Entertainment - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 0, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: Charlotte - **state**: NC - **country**: United States - **location**: Harvey B. Gantt Center for African-American Arts + Culture - **lat**: 35.22337329999999 - **long**: -80.84822020000001 - **full address**: Harvey B. Gantt Center for African-American Arts + Culture, 551 South Tryon Street, Charlotte, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Kwanzaa at the Gantt 2025: Kujichagulia - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events3/banners/7e85049c839c66df1764e009a4080edadb421ceb56d2f56398752caaac9f3b85-rimg-w1200-h882-dcddd0c5-gmir.jpg?v=1764744243 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Kwanzaa at the Gantt 2025: Kujichagulia being held? - **A:** Kwanzaa at the Gantt 2025: Kujichagulia takes place on Sat, 27 Dec, 2025 at 12:00 pm to Sat, 27 Dec, 2025 at 04:00 pm at Harvey B. Gantt Center for African-American Arts + Culture, 551 South Tryon Street, Charlotte, United States. - **Q**: Who is organizing Kwanzaa at the Gantt 2025: Kujichagulia? - **A:** Kwanzaa at the Gantt 2025: Kujichagulia is organized by Harvey B. Gantt Center for African-American Arts + Culture. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Kwanzaa at the Gantt 2025: Kujichagulia is ideal for party-goers, social butterflies, and anyone looking for a great night out with music, drinks, and good vibes. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Charlotte, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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