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Community & Connection
The Albany Cultural Festival
A Celebration of Diversity
Get ready to celebrate culture, entertainment, and community spirit at the Albany Cultural Festival on November 24th! This exciting event invites you to experience a day filled with captivating performances, delicious food, diverse community vendors, and engaging activities that guarantee fun for everyone.
Taking place at the Albany Civic Center, the seat of Dougherty County, this festival offers a unique opportunity to immerse yourself in the rich cultural fabric of our community. From live music and dance performances to art showcases, you’ll witness the beauty of cultural traditions from all around the world.
Satisfy your taste buds with mouthwatering dishes from local food trucks, offering a variety of cuisines that reflect our diverse community. Explore the vendor marketplace, where you’ll discover handcrafted goods, unique art pieces, and valuable services from local organizations.
The festival will feature plenty of family-friendly activities, including a kid zone with inflatables, a 360 photobooth, raffles, and prizes. Don’t forget to visit our Wellness Tent, offering free chair massage, meditation, sound baths, and more to help you relax and recharge.
This event is a celebration of the vibrant culture and unity within our community. Whether you’re attending with friends, family, or on your own, the Albany Cultural Festival promises an unforgettable experience.
Event Details:
Date: November 24th, 2024
Time: 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Location: Albany Civic Center, 100 W Oglethorpe Blvd, Albany, GA 31701
Admission: Free and open to the public!
We’d also like to give special thanks to our volunteer planning committee for their hard work and dedication in bringing this event to life.
Join us and be part of this vibrant celebration!
By entering the Connecting Georgia Festival or Wellness Tent, you grant permission to the festival, Pillars Initiative, and DBHDD to use photos and videos of attendees for promotional purposes, reproductions, and presentations related to the event.
Featured Activities
Get ready for a day filled with excitement and fun at the Albany Cultural Festival! Our event offers a diverse range of activities for attendees of all ages to enjoy:
- Kid Zone: Kids can jump, bounce, and play in our colorful and safe bouncy houses and learn in our dedication activity zone.
- Games: Engage in friendly competition with games including Spades, Connect Four, Jenga, and more.
- Yard Games: Challenge your friends and family to a variety of yard games, tug of war, potato sack races, and more.
- 360 Booth: Capture the moment and create lasting memories with our interactive 360-degree photo booth experience.
- Live Cultural Performers: Immerse yourself in the rich tapestry of diverse cultures through captivating live performances that showcase traditional music, dance, and artistic expressions.
- Wellness Tent: Visit our wellness tent for meditation sessions, sound baths, and yoga classes that encourage a mental break from the day.
- And More: Our festival is packed with additional surprises and activities that will keep you entertained and engaged throughout the day!
Join us at the Albany Cultural Festival for a memorable celebration of community, connection, and culture!
MAIN STAGE & COMMUNITY ROOM SCHEDULE
Confirmed Vendors
AfriqueSol Henna
Albany Police Department
Ask Hulio Cottage Food Co., LLC.
Babygirl Hair Oil
Behind the Eight Enterprises
Bling it Boutique & Accessories
Blue buzz bling Jewelry and accessories
Crystal’s Closet
Cyntme Designs
Dunbar’s Dessert
Essential Oils Boutique
Everything African
GENOTRA’S GEMS
Gurley accessories
IV You Doula Services & Pure Intentions Maternal Services
J.Gibbor, LLC
JazziTrades LLC
Kemani’s Kreations, LLC
Lee’s Vinyl Kreations
Love Kouture
No Limit Design By Wendy
Noah Bradley Creations
O&R Crafty Creations
Peach State Health Plan
Sassy Southern Crafty Creations
South GA Starz Academy
Southern Friends Company
Steelies Household Bundles and Gift Baskets
Stuff & Things
The T-Shirt Guy
Unique Boutique
and more added daily!
Huge Thank you!
We extend our heartfelt thanks to our community partners for their unwavering support and dedication.
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SO WHY ARE WE CONNECTING GEORGIA?
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