Umuganura Day, also known as Rwanda’s National Harvest Day, is observed on the first Friday of August. It celebrates gratitude for the harvest, Rwandan culture and the role of agriculture in community life. The day is marked with music, dance, traditional foods and gatherings that honour heritage and shared prosperity.

Event Suggestions:
• Sharing Rwandan harvest traditions through food, music and storytelling
• Creating a display about agriculture, gratitude and community wellbeing
• Hosting a cultural activity that explores Umuganura’s meaning and heritage