Leimert Park Kwanzaa Festival & Parade 2026
Dec 26, 2026 · Leimert Park Village, 4395 Leimert Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90008 · Los Angeles, CA
About this event
Weeklong festival opening with the Kwanzaa Parade Dec 26. Principle-based programming, candlelight ceremony, African market, music, food, and community giveaways in the heart of Black LA.
Why we picked it
Leimert Park Kwanzaa is Black LA's longest-running seven-night celebration — parade Dec 26 is the anchor.
Good for
LA families, Kwanzaa observers, Leimert regulars
Need to know
Free. Parade Dec 26 steps off Crenshaw + Adams. Nightly principle programming.
When
Dec 26, 2026
Price
Free
Organizer
Leimert Park Merchant Association
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