West Metro NAACP ACT-SO Empowerment Program in collaboration with NAMI Paulding invites you to join us at the Juneteenth Cultural Celebration!
A COMMUNITY CELEBRATION of Freedom and culture
free & Open to the public
Minors must be accompanied by a responsible adult
Connect. Engage. Celebrate.
Get ready for an afternoon of vibrant festivities, including delicious food, live music, dance performances, poetry, cultural showcases, a tribute to freedom fighters, awards, and interactive activities for all ages. Our marketplace will offer guests a chance to support local businesses and discover resources throughout the event!
when:
June 20, 2026
Donations & Sponsorships Welcome
Dallas, GA
where:
Paulding County Parks & Recreation
Recreational Complex
210 Paulding Lane
About act-so
The NAACP’s Afro-Academic, Cultural, Technological and Scientific Olympics (ACT-SO) is a year-long achievement program designed to recruit, stimulate, and encourage high academic and cultural achievement among African American high school students.
ACT-SO Program
ACT-SO includes 33 competitions in STEM, Humanities, Business, and Performing, Visual and, Culinary Arts. Almost 300,000 young people have participated in the program since its inception. For over 40 years the mission of ACT-SO has been to prepare, recognize, and reward youth of African descent who exemplify scholastic and artistic excellence.
Volunteers Needed
Volunteer opportunities are available at the event and a perfect way to engage, give back, and help make each experience meaningful for the entire community.
If you or your organization would like to volunteer, please complete the volunteer application. Your support will help make this inaugural event a success for the community!
Click Here to Complete a Volunteer Application
Vendors Needed
The Juneteenth Cultural Celebration is seeking Black-owned business vendors to give them the opportunity to showcase or sell their products or services.
Some examples of vendors include:
- Civic & Community Organizations
- Retailers
- Food
- Art
- Beauty & Wellness
- Greek or Social Organizations
- Crafters
- Writers
- Community Service Providers
- Professional Services
Click Here to Complete a Vendor Application
*After receipt and approval of your vendor application, you will receive a link for payment of the registration fee.
DONATIONS welcome
Your donation helps aspiring and current high schoolers participate in the “Olympics of the Mind”.
The ACT-SO Achievement Program nurtures the next generation of Black excellence, providing a platform for young scholars, artists, and innovators to showcase their talents and compete for recognition and educational opportunities.
Sponsors welcome
If you’re a business interested in sponsoring the celebration, we invite you to fill out our sponsorship interest form. A member of the ACT-SO committee will follow up to confirm your pledge and provide further details.
Click Here to Inquire About Becoming a Sponsor
Together, we can make the Juneteenth event a powerful and inspiring celebration for all!
