Black History Month Celebration

Gwinnett’s 2026 Black History Month celebration is seeking artist vendors to showcase the beauty, creativity, and diversity within the community. 
  
APPLICATION PROCESS: When you apply, you'll be prompted to create your account with your basic information. This will enable you to update your personal information and assess the status of your application. 

Art Vendors

Acceptable artist categories are:

Candles, clay, clothing/wearables, fiber and folk art, glass, jewelry, leather, living plants, metal mixed media, musical instruments, paintings, photography, printmaking, sculptures, soaps, lotions, balms, and/or wood.

Application approvals for this event will occur between Janury 19  and January 22 and notification will be provided. 

If selected as a participant, you may be required to submit recent photos, which may be used for promotional purposes.

If you have additional questions or comments, please email CivicEngagement@GwinnettCounty.com

Gwinnett’s 2026 Black History Month celebration is seeking food vendors to provide diverse food options for attendees to enjoy at the Gwinnett Jusice & Administration Center. 
  
APPLICATION PROCESS: When you apply, you'll be prompted to create your account with your basic information. This will enable you to update your personal information and assess the status of your application. 

Food Vendors

Gwinnett County has an allotted budget to purchase food for attendees. To be considered, please submit your quote. 

Food vendors will be required to have food in a grab and go packaging for attendants to grab in order to avoid the long lines. These grab and go packaging should be labeled stating what its contents.

Application approvals for this event will occur between Janury 19  and January 22 and notification will be provided. 

If selected as a participant, you may be required to submit recent photos, which may be used for promotional purposes.

If you have additional questions or comments, please email CivicEngagement@GwinnettCounty.com

Gwinnett’s 2026 Black History Month celebration is seeking performers to showcase their artistry. 
  
APPLICATION PROCESS: When you apply, you'll be prompted to create your account with your basic information. This will enable you to update your personal information and assess the status of your application. 

Performers                                                                                                       

Acceptable performances include:

Instrumental, Vocal, Dance, Fashion, Band, or Group

Application approvals for this event will occur between Janury 19  and January 22 and notification will be provided. 

If selected as a participant, you may be required to submit recent photos, which may be used for promotional purposes.

If you have additional questions or comments, please email CivicEngagement@GwinnettCounty.com

Gwinnett’s 2026 Black History Month celebration is seeking community partners to participate in our Community Connections component.

Community Connections highlights organizations that actively serve, support, or engage the  community in Gwinnett. Partners help enrich the celebration by creating visually engaging and culturally relevant displays that contribute to the overall theme of the event. While organizations may share informational materials about their services, the primary focus is to enhance the celebration through displays that honor Black history, culture, and the 2026 theme.

APPLICATION PROCESS
When you apply, you will be prompted to create an account with your basic information. This will allow you to update your profile and track the status of your application throughout the approval process.

Eligible Community Partners
Organizations whose work supports community engagement, cultural education, or community well-being, including:
• Health and wellness organizations
• Nonprofit agencies
• Faith-based organizations
• Educational institutions
• Community development organizations
• Cultural or heritage-based groups

Partner Expectations
If selected, your organization will be provided with a table space. Your display must prominently feature materials related to the 2026 Black History Month celebration and/or event theme, such as cultural artifacts, visual displays, posters, or educational and historical elements.

You may also include brochures or informational items about your organization, as long as they support — not replace — the celebration-themed display.

As a Community Connections partner, you will be able to:
• Engage directly with Gwinnett residents
• Share your organization’s mission, role, and impact
• Help elevate the event experience through meaningful cultural representation

Timeline
Application approvals will occur between January 19 and January 22. All applicants will be notified following the review period. If selected, you may be asked to submit recent photos for promotional purposes.

Questions?
Please email CivicEngagement@GwinnettCounty.com with any questions or comments.