The Elegba Folklore Society is bringing Black-centered holiday cheer, with the return of the annual Capital City Kwanzaa Festival on Saturday, Dec. 30, in Exhibit Hall B of the Greater Richmond Convention Center from 1 to 7 p.m.

Organized in part with the City of Richmond and other corporate sponsors, the festival will feature a mix of music, discussion and wares of the African diaspora under the theme of “Legacy of Balance.”

Events begin with the opening of the African Market where attendees can find food, books and other unique items, including some that are handcrafted or imported.

The pouring of Ancestral Libation and Kwanzaa Candle Lighting Ceremony will follow.

The main stage will feature performances from Jaylin Brown, Nigerian Afrobeat artist Rhythim, and the Elegba Folklore Society featuring Cheick Hamala Diabate. Sessions also will include community workshops, Watoto Kwanzaa art activities and lessons for children.

African-centered educator, consultant, administrator, staff developer and curriculum writer Kaba Hiawatha Kamene will be the festival’s featured speaker.

General admission to the festival is $6 in advance or $7 at the door; $5 for students ages 12 to 18, and seniors age 65 and up can attend for $5 in advance or $6 at the door.

Group rates for 10 or more are avalable in advance only. The festival is free for children under the age of 12.

The Elegba Folklore Society asks any potential attendees that are experiencing any of the symptoms for COVID-19 to take a test in advance, and to stay at home if it is positive. Attendees also are asked to socially distance and wash their hands frequently. Hand sanitizers will be available and stationed throughout the event, as well as face masks. High touch surfaces will be wiped frequently.

Tickets can be purchased at the Elegba Folklore Society’s Cultural Center at 101 E. Broad St., by calling (804) 644-3900 or visiting www.efsinc.org