12/27/2025
We are just one day away from Melanated in America Presents: The 6th Annual M.I.A Kwanzaa Celebration 2025 with an amazing lineup!
Join us for a powerful, joy-filled afternoon celebrating culture, community, and Kujichaguli (Self-Determination)
2:00–2:45 PM
Music by DJ Bre Marie Woods
Black-owned shopping
Arts & crafts + face painting with Meosha Thomas and Mari El Welcome by Natalie Battles
2:45–3:00 PM
Storytelling with Edith Armstrong
3:00–3:10 PM
African dance by Ayanna Seble Ona London Live drumming by Victoria Boateng
3:10–3:35 PM
Libation & Candle Lighting Ceremony
Led by Mama Eddie and Natalie Battles
3:35–3:45 PM
Featured performance by Krystal Wilson
3:45–4:00 PM
Guest Speaker Corey Phillips
4:00–5:00 PM
Rock Your Culture Fashion Show in partnership with Tas Anderson and Lupus Flare Fighters, and a performance by Amanda Pettaway
Celebrating Black-owned, culture-centered designers
5:00-7:00 PM
Open Mic/Networking Mixer with performances by Cantbuydeem and Rodney Gipson
Sponsors and vendors include: Purple Ribbon Chef City Motivators Keith David Conner The Amazing Jaleel and Pretty Impressed by Elli
This is more than an event; it’s a celebration of who we are, where we come from, and how we define ourselves every day.
Kitchen Chicago | 324 N. Leavitt St.
Family-friendly | Community-centered
Pull up. Bring your people. Rock your culture.