Low Budget Kwanzaa Celebrations in Houston, TX

The following is an in-depth guide to help you locate Kwanzaa celebrations in the Houston, TX area. There will be educational opportunities, cultural enrichment and excitement for the whole family. You are sure to have a memorable time without putting a hole in your pocket!

Children's Museum of Houston

1500 Binz Houston, TX 77004

December 26 - December 30, 2008

For one week, Kwanzaa, will be spotlighted at the Children's Museum annual Seasons of Sharing celebration. This event is hugely popular amongst children and families as they gather from all over the greater Houston area for a unique, cultural experience. Kids will be able to make various items associated with Kwanzaa (i.e., Kinara, Mkeka - woven mat, Kufi hats, corn necklaces and more), as well as watch an African dance group perform. If you're really feelin' the beat, you can even participate in African dance workshops! The dance group is scheduled to perform on:

Wednesday, December 26: 2:30 p.m.

Thursday, December 27: 6:30 p.m.

Saturday, December 29: 2:30 p.m.

Times:

Monday-Saturday: 10am-6pm

Sunday: 12Noon-6pm

Tickets:

$5 per person,

$4 for seniors 65 yrs. and older.

$3 per person from 3pm-5pm. Children under two and Museum Members are admitted free of charge.

Free Family Nights are offered Thursdays from 5pm-8pm

For more info call:(713) 522-1138

Website: http://www.cmhouston.org/

S.H.A.P.E. Community Center

3815 Live Oak Houston, TX

December 26, 2008 - January 1, 2009

S.H.A.P.E. is an acronym meaning Self Help for African People through Education, and annually they host a very exciting Kwanzaa celebration in the historic Third Ward area of Houston, TX. This phenomenal program is attended by hundreds and caters to the entire family. Details of this year's celebration have yet to be published; however, you may contact the center directly at 713-521-0629 or www.shape.org for more information.

Stimley Blue-Ridge Branch Library

7007 West Fuqua Drive Houston, TX 77489

December 30, 2008

Families are invited to create their own version of a Mkeka, which is a woven place mat. This activity is FREE, and is for children ages 2-18 yrs. old. It will take place at 4pm. For more information call 832-393-4370.