OMJ SOCCERFEST 2026 4TH EDITION – FULL ACTIVITIES LINEUP
1. Core Football Competition
Inter-Community Football Tournament (16 Teams) -FINALS
Zonal Qualifiers (7 Zones) – 31 towns.
Semi-Finals & Grand Finale
2. OMJ Inter-Community Cooking Competition
16 Communities Competing
Traditional & Contemporary Dishes
Live Cooking Arena
Judges + Public Tasting
“Best Community Dish” Award
3. Akuapem All-Black Street Carnival
Street Parade & Procession
DJ Trucks & Live Music
Dance Crews & Cultural Displays
Fashion & Costume Showcases
Influencer/MC Hosting
4. Live Entertainment & Concert
Guest Artists Performances
Local Talents Showcase
Dance Battles
Comedy Sessions
Hype MC Engagement
5. Schools & Youth Engagement Hub
(Rebranded from Exhibition idea)
Basic Schools Showcase
STEM & Creative Projects Display
Talent Discovery (Music, Dance, Poetry)
6. Community Health Outreach
(Rebranded Free Health Screening)
Free Medical Screening (BP, Malaria, Eye Tests)
Health Education Sessions
Fitness & Wellness Talks
NGO & Health Partners Activation
7. Business & Innovation Fair
(Rebranded Exhibition)
SME & Startup Booths
Product Sampling
Brand Activations
Networking Opportunities
Food & Beverage Festival
Local Food Vendors
Street Food Experience
Sponsor Food Sampling Stands
“People’s Choice Food Vendor” Award
9. FIFA World Cup Viewing Experience
Live Match Screenings (Big Screen)
Watch Parties
Commentary & Fan Engagement
10. Fan Engagement Activities
Jersey Day / Team Colors Day
Face Painting Booths
Selfie/Photo Booth Zones
Fan Competitions & Giveaways
“Best Dressed Fan” Award
11. Awards & Recognition Ceremony
Best Organized Team Award
Prestige Host Zone Award
OMJ 12th Man Excellence Award (Fans)
Best Player (MVP)
Top Scorer
Best Goalkeeper
Fair Play Team Award
12. Media & Content Zone
Live Interviews
Podcast/Media Booth Setup
Social Media Live Coverage
Influencer Engagement
13. Career & Opportunity Corner
Football Scouting Opportunities
Scholarships (e.g. club partnerships)
Mentorship Sessions
Youth Career Talks
14. Community Impact Activities
Volunteer Engagement Drive
15. Opening & Closing Ceremonies
Grand Launch of the Tournament
Opening Parade (All Teams)
Cultural Performances
Official Kickoff Ceremony
Grand Closing Celebration & Fireworks