Kwanzaa bingo is a thoughtful way to talk about the seven principles with kids while playing together. This page gives you a ready-to-use Kwanzaa word list, a sample card, and a free generator that prints as many unique cards as you need.
Kwanzaa bingo word list
These 24 words fill a standard 5x5 card with a free center space. Use them as they are, or load them into the generator and add your own.
- Kinara
- Candles
- Unity
- Umoja
- Kujichagulia
- Ujima
- Ujamaa
- Nia
- Kuumba
- Imani
- Harvest
- Mkeka
- Corn
- Unity cup
- Red
- Black
- Green
- Family
- Community
- Gifts
- Feast
- Drums
- Culture
- Heritage
Make Kwanzaa bingo cards now. The list above opens in the generator, where you can edit it, choose a grid size and print.
Open in the generatorHow to make Kwanzaa bingo cards
- Open the generator with the Kwanzaa word list already loaded using the button above.
- Change, add or remove words. Adding extra words gives each card more variety.
- Pick a grid size: 3x3 for young kids, 4x4 for quick games, or 5x5 for the classic card.
- Choose how many cards you need and how many to print per page.
- Select 'Print cards + calling list' so you also get a checklist for the caller.
Tips for playing Kwanzaa bingo
- Pause after each principle is called and ask a player to explain it.
- Use the green card theme with red and black markers.
- Play one round on each of the seven evenings.
Ways to play
Team play
Pair players or tables and let them share one card. It helps younger or shy players join in.
Speed round
Use 3x3 cards and call quickly. Rounds last about a minute and keep energy high.
Two lines
Players need two complete lines instead of one, which stretches a round without making it a full blackout.
Reverse bingo
Everyone starts in the game, and players drop out when one of their squares is called. The last player standing wins.
For more pattern ideas, see our guide to bingo patterns.
Printing and setup
Print two cards per page on white or colored cardstock. Holiday games often have mixed ages, so print a few 3x3 cards for little ones and 5x5 cards for everyone else. Put the calling list in a festive bowl as slips of paper, or use our free bingo caller on a phone.
Need more help? Read how to print bingo cards at home and how many cards you need.
Frequently asked questions
How many words do I need for Kwanzaa bingo cards?
A 5x5 card with a free space needs 24 words, a 4x4 card needs 16, and a 3x3 card with a free space needs 8. The Kwanzaa list on this page has 24 words, so it fills a 5x5 card. Add more words if you want the cards to look more different from each other.
Are these Kwanzaa bingo cards free?
Yes. The generator and the word list are free to use for home, classroom, church, club and office games. You don't need to sign up or download anything.
What age is Kwanzaa bingo good for?
Holiday bingo works for all ages. Use a 3x3 or 4x4 card for preschoolers and a 5x5 card for older kids and adults.