Wakanda Winter Wonderland 2025 Black Santa Breakfast

Experience Wakanda Winter Wonderland as we celebrate Black excellence and community strength! Join the Greater Albany Chapter of Jack and Jill of America, Inc. for our annual Black Santa Breakfast at Rivers Casino & Resort in Schenectady, NY.

Enjoy delicious food, live music, crafts, family activities, basket raffles benefiting our foundation, and photos with Black Santa. The event spotlights local Black-owned businesses and uplifts families throughout our region.

Dress to impress in festive or Wakanda-inspired formal attire and enjoy an afternoon filled with joy, culture, and holiday magic.

Channel the royal elegance and innovation of Wakanda. Think Afro-futuristic sophistication meets African heritage—bold colors, striking prints, and regal accessories. Guests are encouraged to celebrate Black excellence and creativity through attire inspired by African royalty and culture.

For women: Elegant gowns, structured dresses, or coordinated sets in African prints, Ankara, lace, or metallic textures. Statement jewelry, headwraps, and expressive hairstyles welcome.

For men: Tailored agbadas, embroidered kaftans, or modern suits in rich jewel tones—think gold, purple, teal, and black—paired with cultural accents or patterned fabrics.

This is your chance to look powerful, proud, and radiant—fit for a gathering in the Kingdom of Wakanda.

We’ll collect new/gently used books and personal care items for Grassroot Givers. Add a message of encouragement to your donation, and help us promote literacy and well-being in our community. Raffle proceeds benefit the Jack and Jill of America Foundation; all other event proceeds support chapter programming efforts.

Secure your spot early—last year’s event sold out quickly! Bring friends, family, and your holiday spirit for a memorable celebration blending tradition, culture, and winter wonder. We can’t wait to celebrate with you!

Event Venue

Rivers Casino & Resort Schenectady, 1 Rush Street, Schenectady, United States

Concerts, fests, parties, meetups - all the happenings, one place.

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