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JANUARY 19, 2013
Ardmore Benefit Powwow
Ardmore, Oklahoma

Times: 1:00 Gourd Dancing. 5:00 Supper Break. 6:00 Gourd Dancing. 7:00 Grand Entry & Inter-Tribal.

Benefit powwow. Everyone Welcome!

Drums: J.T. Liles, Head Singer. Head Man: Ryan Blackstar. Head Lady: Nichollette Stroud. Dancers: Terry Ashby, Head Gourd Dancer. Arena Director: Randy Frasier. MC: Larry Liles. Special Guests: Choctaw Nation Color Guard. Other: Cedric Ketcheshawno, Powwow Coordinator.

Admission: FREE

Camping Info: Heritage Hall
Directions: 220 West Broadway
Ardmore, Oklahoma

More Information: Email Address: ardmorebenefitpowwow@yahoo.com
Phone: 580 226 4155.
Vendor Information: Phone: 580-226-4155, Leave Contact Info
Email: ardmorebenefitpowwow@yahoo.com

FEBRUARY 9-10, 2013
2rd Annual World Championship Hoop Dance Contest
The Heard Museum. Central Ave. & Encanto Blvd. Phoenix, Arizona

All are welcome! Rain or Shine!

Gates Hours: 9:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Grand Entry 9:30 am. The Adult Division final round will begin at 2:00 pm Sunday.

Watch as more than 70 of the top Native hoop dancers from the United States and Canada compete for cash prizes and the World Champion title. Each day starts with a grand entry of all the dancers, with competition heating up with every round. Enjoy fry bread and the museum's cafe.

REGISTRATION: This contest is open to Native dancers only. Tribal enrollment card or CIB required.

Admission: Per Day (includes event and museum admission): $18 general admission, $13.50 seniors (65+), $12 American Indians and Heard Museum members, $7.50 for children age 4-12, FREE for children under 4.

More Information: Darian Begay Email: dbegay@heard.org
Phone: 602.252.8848
Address: 2301 N Central Ave. Phoenix, AZ 85004
Website: http://www.heard.org/hoop/
 

FEBRUARY 15-17, 2013
Vero's Thunder On The Beach Powwow
Indian River County Fairgrounds, 7955 58 th Ave, Vero Beach Florida 32960

All Public Are Invited. Looking forward to seeing all our old friends and making new ones. All dancers and drums are welcome!

Hours: Friday: 3:00 pm - 10:00pm. Grand Entry Is 7:00 pm.
Saturday: Gate Opens 10:00am-10:00 pm. Grand Entry 1:00 pm and 7:00 pm
Sunday: Gates Open 10:00am-6:00 pm. Grand Entry Is 1:00 pm

Everyone is welcome! Especially Dancers and guest Drums!

Traditional Powwow. No contest. Offer mystery money dances.

JJ Kent to Headline our 2013 Powwow event! Join us for a jam packed schedule of events aand spectacular live performances! Bring the whole family to 'experience' the American Indian Culture like never before!

Over 30 Artisans and Crafters, Flute Makers, Great Food, Story circle and Lots More!

Host Drum: Red Bird Jr. Head Man: Thomas Zermeno. Head Lady: Juanita Zermeno. Head Vet: Philip Robertson. Head of Security: Wolf. Master of Ceremonies: Ron Colombe. Arena Director: Billy Kipp.

Thunder on the Beach Senior and Jr Princess will be crowned on Sat night. Senior Princess Age group 14 to 17. Jr Princess age group 8 to 13. Sign up on Friday and Saturday before 10:30 am.

Admission: Adults Are $8.00. Children Are $4.00. Seniors Are $4.00.
Children under 6 FREE.

Camping Info: Free Primitive Camping, RV hook ups (water and elect and sewer) $22.50 per night

Directions: Coming off I-95 turn East go to 58th Ave turn North the fairgrounds are about 6 miles on your left hand side , follow the signs.

More Information: Email Deedee1579@aol.Com
772-567-1579
1670 11th Place
Vero Beach Florida 32960  
Website: http://www.thunderonthebeachpowwow.net

FEBRUARY 23, 2013
Mascoutin Society Winter Social Dance
Lyonsville Congregational Church, 6871 Joliet Rd., Indian Head Park, IL

Hours:  4:00 - 10:00 pm
Meal Provided by Committee Dinner 5:00 - 6:00 Intertribal Dancing

Traditional Winter Social Dance. All Dancers Welcome.

Evening events include: Intertribal Dancing, Raffles, Cake Walk, Couples Potato Dance Contest

Admission: FREE!

Camping Info: Ask for Mascoutin / White Bear Rate
Holiday Inn Willowbrook (630) 325-6400
Super 8 Willowbrook (630) 789-6300

More Information: Email Address: cms78@live.com
Phone: (630) 202-2046
Address: Lyonsville Congregational Church
6871 Joliet Road
Indian Head Park, IL 60525
Website: http://mascoutin.com

FEBRUARY 23, 2013
17th Annual  Benefit Pow Wow
Bluebonnet Ballroom in the University Center at The University of Texas at Arlington

Times: Gates - 11:00 am - 10:00 pm. Gourd Dancing  noon.   Dinner 4:00-5:00 pm. Grand Entry 5:00 pm.

Scholarship Benefit Powwow. All are welcome!

Intertribal dance, Gourd Dance, food and craft vendors. Contests: Contests: Prettiest Shawl • Two-Step • Switch Dance, and more!

Staff: Host Drum: Ottertail. Emcee: Albert Old Crow. Head Man: Jacob Rivers. Head Lady: Carly Hare. AD: Quanah White Thunder. Color Guard: UTA ROTC Color Guard, Renegade Nation Color Guard.

Admission and Parking: FREE!

Directions: From either I-30 or I-20 take the Cooper Street Exit; from I-20 go North; from I-30 go South to UTA Blvd. / W. Border Street. Go east on UTA Blvd. / Border to Oak St. Turn left (south). The University Center is near the corner of Oak and W. First St.

More Information: Facebook: UTA Native American Students
Website : http://www.uta.edu/studentorgs/nasa_aises/
General Info: utanativeamericanstudents@yahoo.com
Vendor Info: ridingin@uta.edu

MARCH 1 - 3, 2013
2013 “The Heartbeat of Mother Earth”
Renninger's Twin Markets, 20651 New Highway 441 Mount Dora, Florida 32757

Gates Open Daily: 10:00 am.
Grand Entry: Friday 7:00 pm. Saturday 1:00pm & 7:00 pm. Sunday 1:00 pm.

Friday is Children's Day from 9:00am - 2:00pm with special Demonstrations, Games, etc.

Intertribal Powwow. Everyone is Welcome!

Join us for Traditional Native American Culture Including: Drumming, Dancing, Crafts, and Food.

MC: Bert Iron Turtle Cox. Head Veteran: Clyde Standing Grizzly Maize. Head Man Dancer: Bobby DuBose. Head Woman Dancer: Sandra DuBose. Host Drum: Meme'z Boyz & Southern Pine Singers. Firekeeper: Ken Cloudwalker. Color Guard: Local Veterans.

We are proud to announce that the following Native American Performers will be at our Pow Wow: Native American Recording Artist: Shea. Flutist: Mark Barfoot.
Aztec Dancers: Tlaltlacayolotl ~ Earth, Heart, Man. Guest Elder: Kashka - Tlingit Legend Keeper - Storyteller. Singer/Songwriter: Carol "Crystal Woman". Story Tellers: James Black Wolf & Anita Quicksilver Hansen, Sarah 'Sunshine Badger Woman' and Grandma Coyote. Flutist: Utah Farris. Special Animal Appearances: 'Thunder' the American Bald Eagle.

An outstanding collection of Native American Artisans and Traders will be bringing their Creativity, Culture, and Crafts to our Pow Wow.

Admission:  Required Donation: Adults $5.00 Children Under 12 FREE
Active, Retired or Service Persons Admitted FREE.
Don't forget to bring Chairs and/or Blankets to sit on

Camping Info: Primitive Camping available, Limited camper hook-ups

Directions: Renninger's Twin Markets, 20651 New Highway 441 Mount Dora, Florida 32757. Just East of Mount Dora ~ Just 30 miles North of Orlando, Florida ~ West of Deltona, DeBary, Sanford ~ South of Gainsville, Ocala, Umatilla

More Information: Website: http://www.thunderingspiritfamily.com/
Call Tony Ledford at: 352 636-4271 or 352 589-0045 EXT. 61
Email: ThunderSpiritFam@yahoo.com 
Write: Tony Leford PO BOX 1141 ~ Eustis, FL 32727

MARCH 22-24, 2013
38th Annual Denver March Powwow
Denver Coliseum, 4600 Humboldt, Denver, Colorado

Times: Gates: Friday-10:00 am- 10:30 pm. Saturday-10:00 am-11:30 pm. Sunday-10:00 am-9:30pm.
Grand Entries: Friday & Saturday- 11:00 am & 7:00 pm. Sunday: 11:00 am.
Detailed Schedule @ http://www.denvermarchpowwow.org/schedule2005.htm 

Contest Powwow

Head Judges: Clifton Goodwill (Lakota/Dakota/Cree/Ojibwe) Pasqua First Nation, SK CAN George Alexander (Otoe-Missouria/Iowa) Ponca City, OK. Masters Of Ceremonies: Tommy Christian (Assiniboine Sioux) Ft. Peck Reservation, MT; Lawrence Baker (Hidatsa) Ft. Berthold, ND. Arena Director Leo "Chico" Her Many Horses
(Lakota) Ethete, WY

Admission: Under 6- FREE. $7 per day $20 for 3/day pass. Elders (60+) $3 per day, $9 for 3/day pass. Tickets sold at the door.

Parking is available behind the Coliseum for $10 with no in/out privileges.
The Committee has a limited amount of parking passes for sale for $25 good for the entire weekend. Handicapped parking is directly across from the Main Coliseum entrance.

Directions: From Interstate 25: On I-25 take the I-70 East Exit
From Interstate 70: Take Brighton Blvd. Exit off I-70 (right lane exits) either direction.
If you are eastbound on I-70, the exit will curve around so you can see the front of the Coliseum. Stay in the right lane.
If you are westbound on I-70, the exit will take you under the Interstate but you will be able to see the Coliseum a few blocks away.

More Information: Denver March Powwow, Inc.
PO Box 19178
Denver, CO 80219
Phone: 303-934-8045
Email: denvermarchpowwow@comcast.net
Website: http://www.denvermarchpowwow.org/index.htm

MARCH 23-24, 2013
Central Michigan University's 24th Annual “Celebrating Life” Pow wow
CMU Events Center (Formerly known as Rose Arena) Mount Pleasant Campus
360 E Broomfield, Mt Pleasant, Michigan, 48859

Times: Doors open at 11am. Grand Entries:1pm and 7:00 on Saturday 12 noon on Sunday.

Contest Powwow. Open to the Public.

Head Veteran – George Martin. Master of Ceremonies – Jason Whitehouse.
Host Drum – TBA. Arena Director – Dave Shananaquet. Head Male Judge – Maheengun Shawanda. Head Female Judge – Bernadette Shawanda.

Admission: $7 General Public. $5 Elders. $5 Youth. CMU students (with I.D.), SCIT members (with I.D.) and Children 4 years and under - FREE!

More Information: Native American Programs
Email: nap@cmich.edu
Phone:989-774-2508
Address: 110B Bovee 125, Mount Pleasant, MI 48859
Website: http://www.cmich.edu/powwow

 
MARCH 23, 2013
5th Traditional Powwow. Augsburg College Indigenous Student Assoc.
Augsburg College
Si Melby Gymnasium 715 23rd Avenue S, Minneapolis, Minnesota 55454

Times: Grand Entries at 1:00 and 6:00 PM. Dinner break from 4:30-6 PM --No meal served but concessions will be available.

Traditional Powwow. ALL Welcome!

Registration for drums and dancers starts at 11:00 am and 5:00 pm for evening. No pre-registration.

Craft and Informational vendors, concession stand, elders area.

Admission: FREE!

Directions: http://www.augsburg.edu/about/mpls_map.html

Vendors must call or email for application and details. No Food Vendors.

More Information:
Jennifer Simon
2211 Riverside Avenue #307, Minneapolis, MN 55443
612.330.1144
Email: simonj@augsburg.edu
Website: http://www.augsburg.edu/aissp

 
MARCH 30, 2013
University of Minnesota - Twin Cities - Spring Traditional Powwow
Great Hall of Coffman Union, University of Minnesota, Minneapolis, Minnesota

Times: Grand Entries at 1:00 pm and 7:00 pm. Feast at 5:00

Traditional Powwow . Open to Public

Drums: Host Drum - Meskwaki Nation. Invited Drums - Hoka-Hey and Thunderclaw. Head Man: Russell Harjo. Head Lady: Jessica Harjo. ADirector: Larry Yazzie. MC: Justin Huenemann.

Admission: FREE!

Vendors must call ahead to reserve a space. First three drums will receive honorariums - 5 man minimum. Specials will be determined

More Information:
Email Address: aiscc@umn.edu
Phone: 612-624-0243
 

 
MARCH 30-31, 2013
Tutxinmepu Powwow
Bear Den Moscow Junior High Gym, Moscow, Idaho

Times: Grand Entry: Saturday 1:00 pm & 7:00 pm, Sunday 1:00 pm. Appreciation Dinner: 5:00 pm.

Traditional Powwow. Everyone is welcome.

Hand Drum Pay and Match Contest. Arts/Crafts Vendors.

ADirector: Keith Heavyrunner. MC: Hal Eagletail

Admission: FREE

Camping Info: Palouse Inn, Super 8, and Best Western

Directions: 1410 East D Street, Moscow, ID 83843

More Information: Email Address: smartin@uidaho.edu
Phone: 208-885-4237
Website: http://www.facebook.com/UINASA

APRIL 4-6, 2013
Cherokee of Georgia Spring Powwow
COG Tribal Grounds, County Road 121 and State Hwy 94, Saint George, Georgia

Traditional Family Dance Powwow-No competition. All who wish to come and have a good time are welcome!

Times (approximate): Thursday & Friday: 9:00 am-Flag raising, school field trips.1:00 pm-Social Dancing. Friday: 7:00pm Grand Entry. Saturday: 10 a.m- Trader's open.. NOON- Lunch at Camp. 1 - 5 p.m. -Social Dancing, story telling and anything else we come up with that may be culturally informative or even fun. 5:30 p.m.- Supper For The Camp. Sunset - Flag lowering. 7 p.m. - Grand Entry Invocation, Veteran's Songs, Memorial Song Commence Evening Program and Dancing.

Fry Bread, Indian Chili, Ice Tea, Lemonade, Coffee, Hot Chocolate, Soft Drinks, Hot Dogs and French Fries are available at the cook shack. Breakfast is sold on Friday, Saturday and Sunday mornings.

The Cherokee of Georgia Tribal Library and Cultural Center will be open for your enjoyment between the afternoon dances and the evening grand entry and dancing on Friday and Saturday.

Our Nature Walk (starts at the west end of our parking lot) is open to the public.

Storytellers, Children's games, Primitive Camp/Tools, Ancient Museum relics, Flute Players and many Traders with Arts and Crafts

Drums: Red Bird Jrs Singers. Head Man: Kirby Locklear. Head Lady: Lorraine Sark Therrien. Arena Director: Billy Kipp. MC: Tye Bell.

Admission: FREE! Parking: FREE!

Bring chairs or blankets for sitting!

Free Tent Camping-come early because space is limited. Limited RV electrical available.

More Information: fmmcgahee@bellsouth.net
Vendors Call: (904) 446-7223 110 Cherokee Way
st. George, Georgia 31562
Website: http://www.cherokeeofgeorgia.us/main/events.sfx  
Facebook: Cherokee of Georgia

 
APRIL 6-7, 2013
Chattanooga Pow Wow on the River
First Tennessee Pavilion, 1826 Reggie White, Chattanooga, TN

Times: Saturday 10am-10pm (Gourd Dancing 11:00am; Grand Entry 12pm &6:00pm. Meal for all Head Staff and Dancers on Saturday.
Sunday 10am-5pm (Gourd Dancing 11:30; Grand Entry 1pm)

Contest Powwow -Dance/Drum/Hand Drum. All are welcome!

Drums: South Side, The Plainsmen. Head Man: Jackie Ross. Head Lady: Tiffany Gandy. Arena Director: Jimmy Reedy. MC: Phillip Yogi Bread. Special Guests: "Women of Heart" will perform both days, Ryan Little Eagle on flute.
Other: Mary Ellen Locher Mammogram "PINK" Bus on site to do FREE
Mammograms for anyone - Health Awareness Campaign
Offered: Various Artist Demonstrators and Primitive Camps

Offered: Many crafters, booths, artisans and food booths will be available to everyone. Hands on experience with many artisans discussing their craft.

Admission: Adults 13-64 $7.00; Age 6 under FREE; Age 65 older FREE; Students & Regular Sponsors Employees w/ID $5.00; Kids 4-12 $4.00; Members
(current/retired) Military, EMS, Fire, Police FREE w/ID

Camping Info: Event is completely under cover. Free Parking everywhere. RV and self-contained campers welcome. Tent camping allowed nearby. No showers-large bathrooms. Host Hotel - please contact 423-240-7270

Directions to event: Come into Chattanooga from Alabama and/or Nashville on I-24 around Tennessee River. Come to 3-way split and follow the I-27 North (#178) Downtown Chattanooga split. As soon as you split the left lane automatically takes you towards I-27 North. You will then need to get over to the far right hand lane immediately and take the very next exit you come to called MAIN STREET EXIT. Come down exit and turn left and then an immediate right at light onto CARTER STREET. Come to the end of this road that FINLEY STADIUM is on your left and the 1st TENNESSEE PAVILLION is on your
right. NOTE: Should you miss the MAIN STREET EXIT, take the very next exit called M L KING BLVD EXIT. At the bottom of the exit go right. Go to the light and turn right onto CARTER STREET. Follow Carter Street until you come to MAIN STREET. Go through light there and continue down and FINLEY STADIUM will be on your left, 1st TENNESSEE PAVILLION on your right.

Come into Chattanooga from Knoxville on I-75 south or from Atlanta on I-75 north and go towards Downtown Chattanooga/Birmingham, Nashville. You will follow Interstate I-24 around until you come to 2 way split Nashville left and Downtown Chattanooga right. Take the right split towards Downtown Chattanooga I-27. Follow this I-27 on around. You will take the MAIN STREET EXIT. Come down exit and turn left and then go to the light and turn right onto CARTER STREET. Follow this street and FINLEY STADIUM is on your left, 1st TENNESEE PAVILLION is on your right.

Directions to Hotels:
Come into Chattanooga from Nashville/Alabama on I-24 around Tennessee River and on the 3-way split you will take the Knoxville/Atlanta (left) split and follow I-24 to the I-75 Split Knoxville/Atlanta. Take the I-75 South to Atlanta split. Right after you split and come around the curve you will see EXIT #1 East Ridge. This is the exit with the hotels. You will see the Motel 6 and other hotels there. Once you exit, turn left and look for your hotel.

If coming in from Knoxville, come south on I-75 to the I-75 Atlanta/I-24 Downtown Chattanooga split. You will take I-75 to Atlanta. As soon as you blend into the other traffic, get over to the far right hand lane. You will be taking the first exit, EXIT #1 EAST RIDGE. Once you exit, you will see all the hotels. Follow above  information.

If coming north on I-75 from Atlanta, you will see EXIT #1 EAST RIDGE as soon as you cross the Tennessee state line. You will take the 1-B EXIT and come up and around and cross back over the Interstate. You will then see all the hotels.

When leaving the event, go back the way you came and get up onto I-27 by going back to Main Street and turn left at the light. Go under the overpass and turn left on to the entrance ramp to get back up on I-24 heading back to Birmingham/Knoxville Atlanta. You will see immediately a 2 way split. Split left to I-24 to I-75 Knoxville/Atlanta. Stay on I-24 until you come to the I-75 Knoxville/Atlanta split. Split right taking I-75 South towards Atlanta. Come around curve and take first exit. EXIT #1 East Ridge. Follow above directions to hotel.

More Information: Email Address: NASofTN@aol.com
Phone: (423) 240-7270
Address: P O Box 8355, Chattanooga TN 37414
Website: http://www.NativeAmericanServicesofTN.org

APRIL 19-20, 2013
45th Annual Kyi-Yo Celebration - Uniting Two Worlds Through Dancing
Adams Center, The University of Montana, Missoula, Montana

Hours: Grand Entry: Friday 7:00pm. Saturday 1:00 pm and 7:00pm.

Admission: TBD

More Information:
Kyi-Yo Student Phone: (406) 243-5302 Kyi-Yo Program Coordinator: (406) 243-5403
E-mail: kyiyo@umontana.edu
Website: http://www.umt.edu/kyiyo/powwow.htm 

APRIL 19-21, 2013
27th Annual ASU Powwow
ASU Band Practice Field, Sixth Street & Rural Road, Tempe, Arizona

Hours: Friday: 5:30 p.m. - Gourd Dance. 7 p.m. - Grand Entry. Saturday 11:30 a.m. & 5:30 p.m. Gourd Dance. Tiny Tots Pow Wow 7-7:30 p.m. 1 p.m. & 7:30 p.m. Grand Entry. Sunday 11:30 a.m. - Gourd Dance. 1 p.m. - Grand Entry

Contest Powwow. Everyone Welcome!

Host Northern Drum Blackstone Sweetgrass, SK. Host Southern Drum
Omaha Whitetail Macy, NE. Master of Ceremonies Sammy Tonekei
Anadarko, OK. Co-Emcee Dennis Bowen Tuba City, AZ. Head Gourd Dancer
Harrison Tahmahkera , Tempe, AZ . Head Judge Tahnee Baker, Tempe, AZ.

Contest dancing, Native American vendors, Native food

Admission Fees: Admission: Adults - $12.00. Students w/ID - $7.00. Three-day Pass: $20.00. No charge for spectators under 6 and over 60.
$1.00 off Admission with Donation of a Food or Hygiene Item for our Native American Troops.

Singer & Dancer Registration: $10.00.

Camping Info: No camping is allowed on the grounds due to Arizona state regulations.

Directions: 6th St South Rual Road Tempe AZ

More Information: Email Address: letspowwow@asu.edu
Phone: 480-965-5224
Address: Post Office Box 248, Tempe, Arizona 85280
Website: http://powwow.asu.edu

APRIL 25-27, 2013
The 30th Annual Gathering of Nations World Celebration Powwow
University of New Mexico Football Field, Albuquerque, New Mexico
(I-25 exit Avenida Cesar Chavez, across the street from The Pit)

(Miss Indian World is April 25th. Powwow and Trader's Market is April 26th-27th)

Hours:Thursday: 10:00am - 3:00pm: 7:00pm: Miss Indian World Traditional Talent Presentations. for all tickets, Doors open at 6:30pm)
Friday & Saturday: 10:00am (and never closes)
Grand Entry: Friday Noon and 7:00; Saturday Noon and 6:00.

A Family Event: EVERYONE (the public) INVITED! We hope to see you there!

Over 3,000 indigenous / Native American / Indian dancers and singers representing more than 500 tribes from Canada and the United States come to Albuquerque annually to participate socially and competitively. Over 800 artists, crafters, and traders will place their wares on display and for sale. Also Included: "Stage 49" The Gathering Of Nations Stage on Pow Wow Alley Featuring The Best on Native American Music!

The Gathering of Nations is an experience for all people, Indian and non-Indian.

A Fair Contest for All Dancers & Singers! A Fair Contest for All Dancers & Singers! 2013 Contest Dancing: Over $200,000 in Cash & Prizes to be Awarded 32 Categories - Including Elder’s 70+, Golden Age 55+, Adults 19+. $2,000 First Place All Adult Categories (19-54). Total Drum Prize Money: $33,500. $5,000 First Place “WORLD CLASS” Northern Singing Competition. $5,000 First Place “Southern Challenge” Singing Competition. Women’s Back-up Singing Contest - No. & So. Styles - $1000 Winner Take All (Maximum of 6 registered with drum) Dancer Registration: Football Ticket Windows, NE Corner of Stadium.

Announcers: “Tonkei” Sammy White, Anadarko, OK. Vince Beyl, Bemidji, MN. Dennis Bowen, Sr., Bemidji, MN. Ruben Little Head, Lame Deer, MT. Roving Host: Jason Whitehouse, Madison Heights, MI.

Head Man Dancer: Julius Not Afraid Rocky Boy, MT. Head Lady Dancer: Michelle Flying Man Albuquerque, NM. Head Young Man Dancer: Matthew Sheka, Jr., Ft. Defiance, AZ. Head Young Lady Dancer: Laryn Oaks, Mapple Creek, Saskatchewan.

Northern Dance Judge: Novi Smith, Thunder Valley, SD. Southern Dance Judge: Marty Thurman Shawnee, OK. Northern Drum Judge: Algin Scabbyrobe, Whiteswan, WA. Southern Drum Judge: Dale Roberts, Atwood, OK.

Arena Directors: Randy Medicine Bear, Loveland, CO. George "Cricket" Shields, Shawnee, OK. Miss Indian World 2012-2013: Jessa Rae Growing Thunder, Ft. Peck, MT.

Invited Drums: 2012 GON Northern Drum Champions: Young Bear, Mandaree, ND. 2012 GON Southern Drum Champions:White Tail, Macy, NE. Rock Hill - Regina, Saskatchewan. Thunder Hill - Weatherford, OK. Iron Boy - Prior Lake, MN.

All Dancers & Singers Welcome!

Admission: One day $17. Two-day Pass $34.

More Information: 505-836-2810
Website: http://www.gatheringofnations.com/   

APRIL 27-28, 2013
Yonah Band of Cherokees 2013 Spring Pow Wow
3083 Helen Hwy, Cleveland, Georgia 30528

Times: Grand Entry: noon, closing at 6:00pm

Fellowship Powwow, no prizes. All tribes and all dress welcome!

Intertribal Native American dancers, crafts, Cherokee displays, food vendors,
artisian demonstrations, kids pose in special regalia for pictures as Cherokee
“Little People”, Temporary Tattoo of your name in Cherokee, Cherokee Fry Bread, bluegrass music.

Drums: The Plainsmen Drum and Dance Troupe.

Admission: Admission $2.00

Camping Info: Primitive camping for dancers and vendors. water and bathrooms available.

Directions: Half way between Cleveland, and Helen, Georgia on Hwy 75

More Information: Email Address: info@Yonah-Cherokees.com
Phone: 404-803-0669
Address: Hilda Griffin
319 Gunns Circle
Cleveland, Georgia 30528
Website: http://www.Yonah-Cherokees.com
All vendors contact Hilda Griffin, 404-803-0669
All proceeds go towards the future Yonah Band of Cherokees Heritage Center. A 501(c) 3, nonprofit Museum, Authetic Cherokee Village and Geneaology Research Facility to be located in White County Georgia.

APRIL 27, 2013
13th Annual American Indian Pow Wow Celebration of Life for All People
Mount Trashmore Park, 300 Edwin Drive, Virginia Beach Virginia

Times: 11am to 6pm. Grand Entry:12 noon.

Traditional Powwow. Open to all.

Spirited music, intriguing dance, and appetizing food will have you captivated with Native American culture. Now in its 13th year, this enlightening and colorful event also features authentic and Indian-inspired crafts for sale and display.

Head Staff- TBA

Offered: Spirited music, intriguing dance and appetizing food; authentic and
Indian-inspired crafts for sale.

Admission Fees: FREE and open to the public. Free onsite parking.

Directions: I-64 to 264, Virginia Beach exit. Take Independence Blv South exit (exit 17A). Go to next light and turn left. You will see Mount Trashmore Park on your right.

More Information: Email Address: prspecialevents@vbgov.com
Phone: 757-385-2990
Address: 300 Edwin Drive, Virginia Beach VA 23452
Website: http://www.vbgov.com/specialevents

APRIL

MAY 3-5, 2013
Edmonds Community College Pow Wow
Edmonds Community College Seaview Gym, 20000 68th Ave. Lynnwood, WA

Times: Grand Entry: Friday- @ 7:00pm; Saturday - @1:00 & 7:00pm; Sunday - @1:00pm. Elders Feed at 5:30pm on Friday. Story Telling during dinner break on Saturday.

Contest Powwow- "zero balance". Everyone is welcome!

Drums: 206 (Pending Confirmation). Arena Director: Robert Charles. MC: Arlie Neskahi.

Offered: Educational Booths, Vendors, Food.

Admission: FREE!

Directions: See: http://www.edcc.edu/campus/

More Information: Email Address: tmurphy@edcc.edu
Phone: (425) 640-1076
Address: 20000 68th Ave West
Lynnwood, WA 98036
Website: http://www.edcc.edu/powwow

MAY 4-5, 2013
Wild Bills Indian Pow Wow
Lazybrook Park, Tunkhannock, Pennsylvania 18656

Times: Gates open at 10:00. With Grand Entry @ noon.

Gathering Powwow. Every one is welcome!

Drums: tba. Head Man: tba. Head Lady: tba. MC: Mark One Hawk.

Offered: Dancing, Drumming, Traditional food.

Admission: Adults $5.00 Children $3.00 Children under 5 are FREE

Camping Info: Camping allowed for vendors and dancers.

Directions: Route 6 Tunkhannock PA

More Information: Email Address: wisteria18704@yahoo.com
Phone: 315-412-1360

MAY 10-12, 2013
42nd Annual Stanford Powwow
Eucalyptus Grove, Stanford, California

Times: Friday- 5 pm Dancer and drum Registration opens. Grand Entry- 7 pm. Intertribals 8 pm. Saturday- Fun Run 8:00 pm. Special performances 11:30 am. Grand Entry 1 pm and 7 pm. Dinner break 5:30pm. Sunday- Special performances 11:30 am. Grand Entry 1 pm. Contest winners announced  6 pm.

Open to the Public.

Head staff: TBA

Admission: FREE! Donation accepted.

Camping Info: Camping Available

Directions: From 101 (North and South)
Take the Embarcadero Road exit west toward Stanford. Embarcadero turns into Galvez Street at El Camino Real as you enter campus near Stanford Stadium. The Powwow will be to your right--follow the signs to parking.

From 280 (North and South)
Exit Page Mill Rd East toward Stanford. Turn left at El Camino Real. Turn Left at Galvez/Embarcadero near Stanford Stadium. Follow the signs to parking.

More Information:
Email: chairs@stanfordpowwow.org
For vendor information, please contact vendors@stanfordpowwow.org
Phone: (650) 723-4078
Fax: (650) 725-6900
Website: http://stanfordpowwow.org

MAY 16-18 2013
26th Annual Multicultural Indian Event
Oakville Indian Mounds, Oakville Alabama

Times: Thursday: 8am-3pm (preK-4th grade). Friday: 8am-3pm (Grades 5-8 and General Public). Saturday: 10 am -5pm (All, General Public).

Traditional Native American Dancing. Everyone welcome!

Drums: White Horse, Bird Chopper.

Vendors and crafts: Art work, bead work, blacksmithing, basket making, wood
carving, pottery, canoe and wagon rides, and more! Concessions: Indian Tacos, Fry Bread, Roasted corn, and more.

Admission: Free, $2 per car parking

More Information: Email Address: oakville@lawrenceal.org
Phone: 256-905-2499
Website: http://oakvilleindianmounds.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/OakvilleIndianMounds?fref=ts

 
MAY 17-18, 2013
Tunica-Biloxi Pow Wow
Chief Joseph Alcide Pierite Pow Wow Grounds
Tunica-Biloxi Reservation, Marksville, Louisianna

Times: Grand Entries: Friday 7:30 p.m. Saturday 1:00 & 7:30 p.m. Sunday, 12 noon. Pow Wow ends @ 4:00p.m.
Registration (Dance & Drum): Opens 5-8 p.m. on Friday. Closes 12 noon on Saturday.

Traditional Contest Powwow. Open to the Public.

Head Lady: Toni Tsatoke-Mule, Norman, OK. Head Man Dancer: Marty Thurman,
Shawnee, OK. Arena Director: Phillip C. “Yogie” Bread, Tahlequah, Oklahoma. Head Dance Judge: Randy Fraizier, Oklahoma City, OK. Head Drum Judge: Bert Polchies Waite, ME. Head Gourd Dancer: Alford “Cricket” Rice, Quapaw, OK. Northern Host Drum: Redboyz, Carlyle, Saskatchewan. Southern Host Drum: Buc Wild, Chinle, AZ. Co-Emcees: Alex O. Shepherd, Cedar City, UT. Quanah White Thunder, Livingston, TX.

Performers: The Tunica Singers & Legend Keepers; Hawk Henries (Nipmuc Flutist. Robby Romero (Native Rock)

Native American Dance Competition (Up to $35,000 in prizes): Golden Age (Age 50 & Up; NEW 4 categories ~ Men & Women’s Northern and Southern), Adult (Ages 18-49; Men & Women categories), Junior (Ages 11-17; Boy & Girl categories), Chicken Dance category - Adult (Age 18+). Children (10yrs. & under receive day money on Sat & Sun.). Any one category with less than five (5) dancers will be combined. Entry fee is $5 for dance competition participants.

Committee Special Dance Contest: Friday, May 17, 8:30PM. Three categories will be selected randomly after Friday Grand Entry ~ $1,000 take-all prize for each category. Participants must register and dance in Grand Entry on Friday at 7:30PM.

Drum (Singing) Contest (up to $12,000 in prizes):
Three Places in both the Northern & Southern categories; 1st Place $3,000; 2nd Place $2,000; 3rd Place $1,000. Host drums are not eligible.

*Competition Points start at 1PM Saturday.

Admission Fees: General Admission - $5; Children (5 yrs & Younger) - $2; Elders (65 & older) - $3 (Registered DRUMS & DANCERS and Paragon associates w/ badges WILL BE ADMITTED FREE)
 

Parking: at Paragon Casino Resort and limited parking on the Reservation. A shuttle will be running from the main entrance of the casino to the pow wow grounds.

Camping Info: Limited Free Camping next to grounds while space last. RV Campground at Paragon Casino RV Resort next door.

Directions: Chief Joseph "Alcide" Pierite Pow Wow Grounds, Tunica-Biloxi Reservation, Hwy 1 @ Marksville, LA 71351

More Information: Email Address: avosar@paragoncasinoresort.com
Phone: (800)946-1946, ext 2034
Address: 711 Paragon Place
Marksville, LA 71351
Website: http://www.tunicapowwow.org  

 

MAY 17 - 19, 2013
Sixth Annual Ontelaunee Park Intertribal Powwow
7344 Kings Hwy. (Rt. 143), New Tripoli, Pennsylvania 1806

Gates open 10 am with Grand entry at noon both days.

Native American dancing, drumming, food, arts, music, culture and community. Open to the public (bring your own seating).

MC: Jack Manycolors, Host Drum: Eagle Thunder, Other drums welcome please call Mark. Fire Keeper:TBA, Head Veteran: Bill Harrison. Head Dancers; Edward Elksong Conover and Diane Hummingbird Woman Larkin. Musical Performances by: Spirit Wing. Arena Director: Mark Onehawk.

Admission: $7, seniors $5, children 12 and under free. Proceeds to benefit;
 Call for group rates. Proceeds to benefit; No Place for Hate,
Keystone Wounded Warriors, and Ontelaunee Park.

Camping for dancers, drummers, vendors, and volunteers only.

There will be a “potluck” togetherness feast on Sat. night. Please bring a favorite food to share.

Camping Info: Camping for dancers, drummers, vendors, and volunteers only. Sorry No public camping on site. Call for alternatives nearby.

Directions: 15 miles east of Allentown, PA from east: route 78 to route 100 north
exit to route 309 north to route 143 south to park on left. from West: route 78 to
Lenhartsville exit, route 148 north 12 miles to park on right LOOK FOR SIGNS

More Information: Mark One Hawk 484-941-1317, Ontelauneepowwow@yahoo.com 
Facebook: Ontelaunee Powwow

MAY 19, 2013
11th Annual Drums Along the Hudson
Upper Manhattan's Inwood Hill Park- 218th Street & Indian Road, New York, NY
(4 blocks west of Broadway)

Times: 11:00 am until 6:00 pm, rain or shine

Traditional Powwow. Everyone Welcome!

A multi cultural family-oriented festival, DRUMS ALONG THE HUDSON® includes exhibitions of world dance and drumming traditions as well as Native American crafts and international foods. The festival combines a celebration of Native American heritage, culture, and art with the diversity of New York City itself.

Drums: Silver Cloud, Heyna Second Sons. Head Man: Louis Mofsie. Dancers: All types. MC: Louis Mofsie. Special Guests: Joanne Schenendoah and Doug George.

Admission: FREE

Directions: By Subway: Take the 1/9 train to 215th street and walk north to 218th. Take a left on 218th to the end, and you will reach the park.
Or take the A train to 207th street and turn west onto Seaman Ave and walk north into the park.
By Bus: Take Bx7, Bx12, Bx20, M100 to 207th street.
By Car: From Westside Highway, take the Dyckman St exit. Follow the exit as it merges with Broadway. Drive north on Broadway to 218th street. The entrance to the Park is on the end of the street.
From FDR/East River Drive, go north to the end. The end of the highway is at Dyckman St. Bear left on Dyckman St. Take Dyckman west to Broadway and take a right on Broadway. Proceed north to 218th St and make a left turn and park at the end of the street.

More Information: Email: dah@lotusmusicanddance.org
Phone: 212.627.1076 ext 18
Address: 109 W. 27th Street
New York, NY 10001
Website: http://drumsalongthehudson.org

MAY 25-26, 2013
17th Annual Oroville Pow Wow
440 Plumas Ave., Plumas Elementary School, Oroville, CA

Times: Saturday 11 am to 10 pm. Grand Entries at 1 pm and 7 pm. Sunday
11 am to 5 pm. Grand Entry at 1 pm.

FREE Community Contest Pow Wow. Everyone Welcome!

Head Man: Myron Horse (Lakota). Head Lady: Alejandra Rameriez (Maidu). Dancers: Traditional Maidu Dancers and Singers . Aztec Dancers. ADirector: David Wilson, Jr. (Lakota/So. Ute). MC: Tom Phillips (Kiowa).

Contest and fun dances, Memorial Head Dress Dance, Princess coronations,
hand drum contests, Aztec dancers, traditional California dancers, children's
activities.

Admission: FREE! Parking: FREE! Donations Accepted.

Camping: Limited RV and tent camping.  (No showers, only portable toilets at
night) Please call for information and prices.

Directions: Hwy 70 (70 miles north of Sacramento, CA.) Exit at Grand Ave, west one block to Plumas Ave. School. Event is on the soccer field behind the school buildings.

No Alcohol, No Drugs, No Tobacco, No Animals, No Weapons

Please call or e-mail for vendor applications and information about camping.

More Information: Email: orovillepowwow@gmail.com
Phone: (530) 532-1611
Address: P.O. Box 214
Oroville, CA 95965-0214

JUNE 1-2, 2013
Native Solutions 1st Jacksonville Intertribal Pow wow
Germania Springs Park, 540 Roy Webb Rd, Jacksonville, AL

Times: Saturday 10-9 Grand Entry 11:00. Sunday 10-6 Grand Entry 11:00

Intertribal Powwow. All dancers and drums welcome!

Host Drum-Grandfather Strongheart. Headman-Crazy Bear. Junior Headman-TBA. Head Lady-Dawn Carden. Junior Head Lady- Cheyenne Davis. MC-Gary Smith. AD-David Doty. Head Veteran-Smitty

Admission - Adults $5 elders 65 & up and children 10 & under-Free.

Camping: Primitive camping available.

Directions: Highway 21 just past Jacksonville State University

More Information: Email Address: ravenspiritwalker@yahoo.com
Phone: 256-820-3644

JUNE 1-2, 2013
WPNAA Summer Gathering 2013
Whitsett, Pennsylvania

All day!

Gathering. Open to the public.

Drums: The Peoples Drum. Head Man: Al Collins. Head Lady: Linda Cuneen.
Dancers: we will have dancers but welcome more if you want to attend. ADirector: Al Collins. MC: Al Collins.

There will be food crafts and more.

Admission: FREE!

Camping Info: Yes there is camping available and stores close by and a few motels in the area.

Directions: http://www.bikecando.com/whitsett-pa.aspx

More Information: Email Address: chrisbrewer_wpnaa@yahoo.com
Phone: 724-736-2490
Address: Jamison Lane Perryopolis Pa 15473
Website: http://wpnaa.webs.com
Comments: Vendors are welcome call for info to contact number Christine Brewer or Linda Cuneen on or website page under the contact page.

JUNE 14 - 16, 2013
Spirit of the Peace Traditional Powwow
District Ice Center, Taylor British Columbia, Canada

Times: TBA

Traditional Powwow. Everyone is welcome!

Drums: Thundering Spirit. ADirector: Peter Auger. MC: Douglas Bonaise.

Admission: FREE or by Donation

Camping Info: Free Camping on site although limited space.

Directions: Taylor British Columbia is on the Alaska Highway.

Interested Vendors, Arts and Crafts people; please contact via telephone or email for more information.

More Information: Email Address: sauger@treaty8.bc.ca
Phone: 250-785-0612 Ext. 258
Address: Coordinating Lands Office
Treaty 8 Tribal Association
10233 100th Avenue
Fort St John, BC V1J 1Y8

JUNE 15 - 16, 2013
Thirteenth Annual Inter-Tribal Osage River Pow Wow
Miller County Fairgrounds, Eldon, Missouri

Hours: Saturday: 10am to 10 pm; Sunday: 10am to 5pm

Head Staff: Host Southern Drum: Young Bucks. M.C ---Lance Cully. Head Gourd: Grant Phelan. Head Man Dancer: Justin Stegeman. Head Lady Dancer: Wendy Langreder. Arena Director: Jerrald Braiuca. Special Guest: Larry Sellers. "Cloud Dancing" of the hit TV show Dr. Quinn, Medicine Woman.

Native American Food and Crafts. Princess Contest.

All Drums And Dancers Welcome. Public Welcome. Bring Lawn Chairs

Admission: Adults: 3.00; Children 4 to 12: 1.00; 3 years & under: free

Directions: Take the Hwy 52 and Bus. 54 exit and turn East towards
Eldon. Go past Walmart and turn right on Eighth Street
next to a flower shop called "This Bud's For You". On
eighth street you will see the vendor entrance for the pow
wow. For the public entrance, go to the stop sign and
follow the signs around the block.

No drugs, alcohol, firearms or bad attitudes. Pets must be kept on a leash at all times.

For more information please call Janet Dudley at (573) 369-2710
Or email Janet Dudley at oldjed@hughes.net
Website: http://www.osageriverpowwow.com/ 

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17th Annual Kipona Powwow
City Island, Harrisburg, Pennsylvania

Times: 10am-10pm Sat-Sun, 10am-6pm Mon, grand entry 1pm daily.

Camping, modern showers, daily feast, and parking fee provided for all participants. Pets welcomed!

Traditional Powwow. All are welcome.

Drums: Old Bridge singers-host, Mother Earth's Daughters-guest. Head Man: Aon Kachi Karrya. Head Lady: Blue Sky Woman. Dancers: Iroquois social dancers. MC: Rick Hawk that Walks.

Special Guests: Aztec fire dancers-Lowery Begay hoop dancer

Offered: Tomahawk throwing contest, primitive encampment, tipis, Native foods &
crafts, PA Native Flute circle, dugout canoe, Evan Pritchard, Free children's craft,
& free Native Blues Band performance. Fireworks display.

Admission: FREE admission-parking fees do apply

Camping Info: free camping, showers, feast, & parking for performers.

Beautifully located in City Island Park behind Senators Stadium on the
Susquehanna River.

Directions: from Rt81 take Cameron st. to Market st. follow signs. From PA turnpike
& Rt83 towards Harrisburg take Second st. exit to Market st. Market st. Bridge has 2
ramps onto City Islands parking areas.

More Information: Email Address: sunrisesigns@nmax.net
Phone: 717-589-7744
Address: 100 Stadium Drive Harrisburg, PA 17101
Website: http://harrisburgevents.com 

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