African American Advisory Alliance

LXCL:Kwanzaa Joy Celebration ticket for adults and children (age 6+).

Kwanzaa Joy | General

LXCL:Harambee is a Swahili word meaning “let’s pull together”. In an effort to ensure event costs are covered and equitable for all our families to attend, we have included a $250 Harambee sponsoring ticket. This purchase includes 2 tickets for the purchaser a supports entrance for 8 additional individuals; guest names may be placed at Will Call or we will have open tickets available for the community at the door.

Kwanzaa Joy | Harambee Ticket

LXCL:Market Vendor includes booth space, one 6’ table, two chairs, and market umbrella (if outside). Canopies are not allowed. All Vendors are specifically curated. We will allow maximum 2 of a similar style product.

Kwanzaa Joy | Market Vendor

<img src="https://res.cloudinary.com/hxn9dbuhd/image/upload/v1732144498/sjyondpir9js7uydvub5.webp" style="width: 600px; display: block; vertical-align: top; margin: 5px auto; text-align: center; position: relative; max-width: 100%; cursor: pointer; padding: 0px 1px; -webkit-user-select: none; box-sizing: inherit;" fr-original-style="width: 600px; display: block; vertical-align: top; margin: 5px auto; text-align: center; position: relative; max-width: 100%; cursor: pointer; padding: 0px 1px; -webkit-user-select: none; box-sizing: inherit;" fr-original-class="fr-draggable">Kwanzaa Joy Celebration is an annual event celebrating the Kwanzaa season inspired by African traditions of heritage, new beginnings, and cultural unity. Our goal is to educate and empower our children and community by providing an experience in equity and family engagement for the African diaspora living in Pomona Valley, San Gabriel Valley, and Inland Empire. Join us on Sunday, December 28, 2025 for our 6th Annual Kwanzaa Joy Celebration, taking place at the Millard Sheets Art Center at Fairplex. &nbsp;We will once again feature an array of gifted speakers reflecting on each of the Seven Principles, marketplace of local artisans, handcrafted gifts, cultural food, art showcase, and Kuumba creative spaces.The event will held on Sunday, December 28, 2025 from 12:00p - 5:00p. <hr fr-original-style="" style="clear: both; -webkit-user-select: none; break-after: page; width: 100%; box-sizing: inherit;">Focusing on the Seven Principles of Kwanzaa to uplift and unify families and community, Kwanzaa Joy was founded in 2019 by Chara Swodeck, Design Consultant and City of Pomona Historic Preservation Commissioner, in response to Pomona&rsquo;s lack of cultural celebrations in the African American community. &nbsp; Kwanzaa Joy Celebration is presented in partnership with Fairplex and the African American Advisory Alliance. &nbsp;This is a not-for-profit event, however ticket sales and sponsorship packages ensure all costs are met each year. We celebrate Rain or Shine!

<img src="https://res.cloudinary.com/hxn9dbuhd/image/upload/v1732144498/sjyondpir9js7uydvub5.webp" style="width:600px;display:block;vertical-align:top;margin:5px auto;text-align:center;position:relative;cursor:pointer;padding:0px 1px;-webkit-user-select:none;box-sizing:inherit;max-width:100%" />Kwanzaa Joy Celebration is an annual event celebrating the Kwanzaa season inspired by African traditions of heritage, new beginnings, and cultural unity. Our goal is to educate and empower our children and community by providing an experience in equity and family engagement for the African diaspora living in Pomona Valley, San Gabriel Valley, and Inland Empire. Join us on Sunday, December 28, 2025 for our 6th Annual Kwanzaa Joy Celebration, taking place at the Millard Sheets Art Center at Fairplex.  We will once again feature an array of gifted speakers reflecting on each of the Seven Principles, marketplace of local artisans, handcrafted gifts, cultural food, art showcase, and Kuumba creative spaces.The event will held on Sunday, December 28, 2025 from 12:00p - 5:00p. <hr />Focusing on the Seven Principles of Kwanzaa to uplift and unify families and community, Kwanzaa Joy was founded in 2019 by Chara Swodeck, Design Consultant and City of Pomona Historic Preservation Commissioner, in response to Pomona’s lack of cultural celebrations in the African American community.   Kwanzaa Joy Celebration is presented in partnership with Fairplex and the African American Advisory Alliance.  This is a not-for-profit event, however ticket sales and sponsorship packages ensure all costs are met each year. We celebrate Rain or Shine!

African American Advisory Alliance

Kwanzaa Joy Celebration 2025

1101 W McKinley Ave

Kwanzaa Joy | General

Kwanzaa Joy | Harambee Ticket

$250

Kwanzaa Joy | Market Vendor

$100

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