Kwanzaa
How many days until Kwanzaa 2026?
The timer above counts down to Saturday, December 26, 2026 and updates every second in your own timezone. A seven-day celebration of African American heritage running from 26 December to 1 January, with a candle lit each night.
Once the day passes, this page rolls forward on its own — you will see the countdown to Kwanzaa 2027 without anything needing to change.
Kwanzaa 2026 at a glance
| Date | Saturday, December 26, 2026 |
|---|---|
| Day of the week | Saturday |
| Days remaining | 100 |
| Weeks remaining | 14 weeks, 2 days |
| Next year | Sunday, December 26, 2027 |
Kwanzaa 2026 questions
What day does Kwanzaa fall on in 2026?
Kwanzaa 2026 falls on a Saturday — Saturday, December 26, 2026.
How many weeks until Kwanzaa?
There are about 14 weeks and 2 days left. The timer above counts it down to the second.
How many hours until Kwanzaa?
Roughly 2,400 hours. Switch the timer above to hours to see the exact figure for your timezone.
When is Kwanzaa in 2027?
Kwanzaa lands on Sunday, December 26, 2027.
Can I put this countdown on my own website?
Yes. Use the embed button above to copy an iframe you can paste into any page. It works on WordPress, Wix, Shopify and plain HTML.