Day 2 - Atlanta Cultural Exchange
About this Event
Presented by Showcase Atlanta and powered by The Gathering Spot.
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Day 2 highlights include:
- Panel discussion with South Africa
- South African and Ampiano DJ Sets
- 20 Year anniversary of Idlewild and Bryan Barber
- Trinidad James
- ...and more
What started as a vision has become reality. ATL Culture House is now an immersive experience called Atlanta Cultural Exchange. From June 14 through July 14, The Atlanta Cultural Exchange will transform the 8th floor of The CTR into a hub for culture featuring art, fashion, innovation and immersive experiences that celebrate the depth of Atlanta's creative spirit across 8 activation days. As part of Atlanta's cultural programming strategy surrounding FIFA World Cup 2026, this experience brings together commerce, creativity and community all in one place, powered by collaborations with artists, creatives, organizations and global partners from Atlanta and beyond. The world is coming to Atlanta. And Atlanta is ready. www.atlantaculturalexchange.com
Agenda
🕑: 12:00 PM - 10:00 PM
The Atlanta Cultural Exchange Gaming Lounge
Host: BCGA Foundation
Info: Step into the Gaming Lounge for free play, head-to-head competition, and live FC Tournament action powered by EA Sports FC. Experience gaming, sports culture, music, and interactive entertainment all in one space during the Atlanta Cultural Exchange.
🕑: 12:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Play Oh Word: When Hangman Met Trivia, But For the Culture
Host: Safiya Reid
Info: Oh Word is a free neuroscience-backed word game: think hangman meets trivia, but for the culture. Scan the QR code, solve clues rooted in Atlanta culture and global football history, and race to crack the word before everyone else. Your completion time posts to a live leaderboard projected in the room. Top 3 winners get a prize at the end of each day. Five minutes. No app. No download. Just you, your phone, and bragging rights.
🕑: 01:00 PM - 02:00 PM
Panel Discussion: South Africa–Atlanta Cultural Convergence
Host: Craig King
Info: As the FIFA World Cup 2026 arrives in Atlanta, the city stands at a powerful moment of cultural convergence. South Africa’s national team, Bafana Bafana, takes the global stage while Atlanta’s deeply rooted African diaspora community welcomes the world through the Atlanta Cultural Exchange — an immersive cultural platform curated by the Mayor’s Office of Cultural Affairs to celebrate creativity, connection, and global dialogue during FIFA World Cup 2026.
Presented by AXIS AFRICA GROUP through its Taste of Mzansi campaign, in collaboration with Milk & Cookies, MASSIVE, Rap Plug, and Snake Nation, this 60-minute experience will deliver a vibrant, multi-dimensional portrait of the cultural relationship between South Africa and Atlanta. Through music, conversation, storytelling, and live creative expression, the program will explore the shared energy, innovation, and cultural influence connecting both regions.
🕑: 02:00 PM - 03:00 PM
DJ Set: South African
Info: Following the program, guests are invited to continue the experience inside the Music Lounge with a one-hour networking session featuring a live DJ set inspired by the sounds of South Africa. Blending amapiano, afro-house, hip-hop, and global African rhythms, the lounge will create an immersive atmosphere designed to spark connection, conversation, and cultural exchange between Atlanta’s creative community and international guests during FIFA World Cup 2026.
🕑: 02:00 PM - 03:00 PM
Meet & Greet w/ Alexandria Alli of F&W Style
Host: Alexandria Alli
Info: Join F&W Style for an exclusive Designer Meet & Greet with founder Alexandria Alli during the Atlanta Cultural Exchange. Guests will have the opportunity to connect with the creative mind behind the accessories brand, explore the inspiration behind the collection, and engage in conversation around fashion, personal style, and entrepreneurship in Atlanta. This intimate experience celebrates statement accessories, creativity, and culture while highlighting emerging design talent during FIFA World Cup 2026.
🕑: 04:00 PM - 05:00 PM
DJ Performance: DJ Tootz - Ampiano Set
Host: DJ Tootz
Info: Twin sisters DJ Tootz will bring the vibrant energy of amapiano to the Atlanta Cultural Exchange with a dynamic DJ set celebrating the global influence of African sound and culture. Blending soulful rhythms, infectious percussion, and high-energy grooves, their set will transform the Music Lounge into an immersive cultural experience inspired by the sounds of South Africa. Guests can expect an unforgettable atmosphere centered around music, movement, and connection during FIFA World Cup 2026.
🕑: 03:00 PM - 04:00 PM
Panel Discussion: 20 Years Anniversary of Idlewild w/ Bryan Barber
Host: Bryan Barber
🕑: 05:00 PM - 06:00 PM
Panel Discussion: The Sound of Trap: The Music That Changed Culture
Host: Moderator: Jacob York
Info: The Sound of Trap Music is a powerful conversation exploring the cultural impact, evolution, and global influence of Atlanta’s most defining musical genre. Featuring legendary producers and architects of the sound — Moderated by Jacob York and featuring panelists Zaytoven, Drumma Boy Fresh, and Kinky B — this panel will dive into the origins of trap music, its influence on fashion, film, sports, and culture, and how Atlanta became the epicenter of a global movement. From groundbreaking records to the business behind the beats, this discussion offers an inside look at the sound that transformed the music industry and shaped a generation.
🕑: 07:00 PM - 07:30 PM
Performance: Trinidad James
Host: Trinidad James
Info: Recording Artist Trinidad James will bring his signature energy and unmistakable sound to the Atlanta Cultural Exchange for a live performance celebrating the city’s influence on music, culture, and creativity. Known for blending Southern hip-hop with vibrant style and cultural storytelling, Trinidad James’ performance will deliver an electrifying experience that reflects the spirit of Atlanta during FIFA World Cup 2026. Guests can expect a high-energy set filled with music, culture, and hometown pride in the heart of downtown Atlanta.
🕑: 06:30 PM - 07:30 PM
Atlanta Orchestra Performance
Host: Atlanta Symphony Orchestra
Info: Experience an unforgettable performance by the Atlanta Symphony Orchestra during the Atlanta Cultural Exchange as world-class musicians bring together the elegance of orchestral music with the spirit of global cultural celebration surrounding FIFA World Cup 2026. This special performance highlights Atlanta’s rich artistic landscape while creating a powerful moment of connection through music, culture, and community in the heart of downtown Atlanta.
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