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April 19-20, 2008:
1st Alabama Band of Cherokee Kanalihida
(Making Friends) Powwow
Location: Leesburg Boat Docks,
Leesburg, AL 35960
Event Detail: 10am – 4:30pm;
MC: TBA,
Head Man: Spirit Warrior (Artie),
Head Lady: Wolf Woman (Amy Byrd),
Head Drum: TBA,
Color Guard: Native American Warriors Society,
Special Guest: Jeremy Lesley,
Story Teller: Barry Mauldin.
All Drums, Singers, Dancers, & Public Welcome.
Admission: Adults: $3,
12 & Under: $2,
Elders: $2,
All Dancers: Free.
No Drugs, No Alcohol, No Politics, No Weapons.
Not responsible for any accidents.
Contact: Ed Elliott, 256-523-7251,
MAY 
May 24-25, 2008:
Napier Field VFD & VPD
1st Fund Raiser Powwow
Location: 358 Headquarters St.,
Napier Field, AL 36303
Event Detail: Sat. 10-8 & Sun. 10-6;
Adults - $4,
Children - $2,
Elders (65 & up) & Children under 6 - Free.
Head Lady - Gwen Babs,
MC - Gary Smith,
AD - Peter Kassaras.
All dancers & drums welcome.
No drugs, alcohol, weapons or bad attitudes.
Vendors contact Mark or Ruth Davis @ 256-820-6315.
Contact: Charles Klien@334-983-3007,
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Huntsville Powwow.
6001 Pulaski Pike,
Huntsville AL.
Info: 256 880 8987
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18th Annual World Hoop Championship.
Heard Museum, Phonenix, AZ.
Info: (602) 252-8848
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MARCH 14-16 ,2008
12th Annual Powwow.
San Carlos,
5 short min, east of Globe on Hwy 70,
San Carlos, AZ.
Info: 1-800-APACHE-8
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May 11-12, 2008:
7th Annual Contest Powwow
Location: Chambers, AZ 86502
Event Detail: This is a contest powwow with
a Northern Traditional special where winner takes all.
Contact: Brenda Houser at 505-979-4809
or Kris Houser at 928-755-3131,
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December 27, 2008,
THUNDER IN THE DESERT 2008
Location: Rillito Race-Way Park
First Ave. & River Road,
Tucson, AR 85726-7626
Event Detail: This epic event ,held every four years
lets our indigenious people gather to share our songs,dances,foods,
and culture for 14 days.
187 tribal nations world-wide.
our mission is to show our youth the unique contributions
to the world and the fabric of life for 10,000 years .
open to the pubic, volunteers gratley appreciated
Enter additional details here.
Contact: Fred Synder-Carole Garcia@ 520-622-4900,
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February 9, 2008:
7th Annual Stockton Winter Benefit Powwow
Location: University of the Pacific,
3621 Stagg Way,
Stockton, CA 95211
Event Detail: Free to the Public,
Authentic Native food and crafts,
Alcohol free event.
Contact: Leonard Robles, 209-663-0923,
February 23, 2008:
Marysville Winter Powwow
Location: Allyn Scott Youth & Community Center,
1830 B Street,
Marysville, CA 95901
Event Detail: Open Gourd - Noon,
Grand Entry - 1p.
MC: Val Shadowhawk,
AD: Eugene Newman,
Host Northern Drum: Northern Eagle,
Host Southern Drum: Southern Brothers.
Fun Dances/Team Contest,
All Drums & Dancers Welcome,
Public Welcome,
Drug-free, Smoke-free, Alcohol-free event!
Contact: American Indian Ed Program of Marysville,
phone#530-749-6196,
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May 3-4, 2008:
23rd Annual UCLA Powwow
Location: UCLA North Athletic Field,
Westwood Plaza (off of Sunset Blvd. down from I-405),
Los Angeles, CA 90095
Event Detail: Gates open @ 9am.
Gourd Dance: Saturday & Sunday @ 10am.
Grand Entry: Saturday & Sunday @ Noon.
All Dancers and Singers Welcome!
Free admission.
Parking Available in Lot 4 & 7
Parking: $8/Day.
Contact: Caleb Dunlap, 916-494-2196,
May 30-31, 2008:
2008 California Indian Market & Peace Powwow
Location: San Juan Bautista, CA
Event Detail: N/A
Contact: Laynee Reyna, 831-623-4771
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MARCH 21-23 ,2008
34th Annual
Denver March Powwow.
Denver Coiseum,
Denver, CO.
Info: (303) 934-8045
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Schemitzun Festival of Green Corn & Dance.
91 Wintechog Hill Rd.,
N Stonington CT.
Info: (860) 396-6572
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Other contacts: Marilyn Jackson, 302-945-3400,
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February 15-17, 2008:
Vero's Thunder on the Beach Powwow
Location: Indian River County Fairgrounds,
7955 58th Ave.,
Vero Beach, FL 32960
Event Detail: We are proud to welcome the ThunderHawk Big Cat rescue to our event.
He will be showing his beautiful tigers and other large cats.
We have 30 artist booths and ethnic foods, singers, flute players, dancers and very talented drums.
We are looking forward to seeing you at the powwow.
Contact: Dona Chesser, 772-567-1579,
MARCH 
March 28-30
43rd Annual FIHA Powwow.
1400 Midway Rd., Ft.
Pierce, FL.
Info: (561) 262-4122.
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April 18-20, 2008:
Spirit People Intertribal Family
2nd Annual Spring Powwow
Location: J.B. Starkey Ranch,
12959 S.R. 54,
Odessa, FL 33556
Event Detail: All drums welcome,
A blanket will be passed to help defray cost of gas.
Add your Tipi/Lodge to our educational village.
Host Drum is the Decendants.
MC: John Ferguson.
Gates open each day 10a.
Grand entries: Friday 7p,
Saturday 1 & 7p and
Sunday 1p.
Contact: Robert or Sue Langlais, 813-546-4958,
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April 5-6, 2008:
Unicoi State Park Intertribal Powwow
Location: Unicoi State Park,
Hwy. 356,
Helen, GA 30545
Event Detail: Head Man - Robin Jumper,
Head Lady - Donna Redfeather,
Host Drum - Dog River,
Head Veteran: “Smitty” Smith,
MC - Joseph French,
AD - Soco Cody.
Native American Crafts & Arts, Education Programs.
Gates Open: Sat. 10a-7p - Grand Entry: 12p;
Sun. 10a-5p - Grand Entry: 1p.
Admission: Saturday & Sunday: Adults: $5,
Elders (60 plus) & Children (6-12): $3,
Children 5 and under: Free.
See website for additional details:
Contact: Larry or Robin at 770-823-7650
or
706-969-3245,
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JUNE 7-8,2008
2nd Annual
Sweetwater Creek Intertribal Powwow.
Sweetwater Creek State Park,
Mt. Vernon Rd.,
Lithia Springs, GA 30122
Event Detail: Gates Open: Sat. 10a-7p - Grand Entry: 12p,
Sun. 10a-5p - Grand Entry: 1p.
Admission: Adults: $5,
Elders (60 plus) & Children (6-12) : $3,
Children 5 and under: Free.
Sweetwater Creek State Park has a $3 per day vehicle parking fee.
Head Man: Robin Jumper,
Head Lady: Karen Cooper,
AD: Peter Kassars,
MC: Gary Smith,
Head Veteran: Keith Smith,
Host Drum: DOG RIVER.
See our website for details: WebSite
Contact: Larry or Robin at 770-823-7650
or
706-969-3245,
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MAY 24-26,2008
3rd Annual Intertribal Powwow.
Hilo Park,
Hilo, HI.
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FEBRUARY 23, 2008
2008 Winter Benefit Dance.
East Aurora High School Field House,
Aurora, IL.
Info: 630-202-2046
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June 6-8, 2008:
Taylorville Black Horse Powwow
Location: Christian County Fairgrounds,
West Spresser St., Taylorville, IL 62568
Event Detail: Head Dancers - John & Penny Richmond,
AD - John Spotted Hawk Skenandore,
MC - Zach Yellow Shirt Kehler,
Head Veteran - Fred Black Horse Dubay,
Head Gourd Dancer - Bill Tucker,
Host Northern Drum - Spirit of the Rainbow,
Host Southern Drum - Young Bucks.
Free Admission & parking.
RV Hook-ups & free camping available.
Showers available for vendors & dancers.
No animals admitted to the grounds unless they are contained.
Contact: Hawk Hoffman, 217-528-9172,
JULY 
July 9-12, 2008:
National Powwow 14
Location: Vermillion County Fairgrounds,
Danville, IL
Event Detail: Host Southern Drum - Cozad,
Host Northern Drum - Pipestone
4 nights of Intertribal & Gourd Dancing,
Kids Powwow, Educational Seminars,
Arts & Crafts Exhibition & Competition, Tipi Camp & Activities,
Camping available on site with Electric hook-ups,
Great Variety of Traders.
Contact:
For Registration - Becky West, 817-498-2873,
Traders - Jim Beuoy, 330-497-4888
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February 16, 2008:
The Indian Council of Many Nations Winter Powwow
Location: Kansas City Community College Field House,
7250 State Ave., Kansas City, KS 66112
Event Detail: FREE admission.
Activities: Raffles, vendors, Tiny Tots, 50/50 pot & Indian food.
Dinner for Staff, Dancers & Vendors.
Head Man: TBA,
Head Lady: Jan Morris,
Head Singer: TBA,
MC: Steve Kinder,
AD: Ed Smith,
Head Gourd Dancer: Steve Bruce,
Princess: Monica Tillie Adame,
Jr. Princess: Ariana Morgan.
2-5pm: Intertribals,
7pm: Grand Entry.
Contact: Dick Porch, 913-888-1563,
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April 18-19, 2008:
15th Annual Coffeyville Indian Gathering & Art Market
Location: Coffeyville Community College,
400 W. 11th St.,
Coffeyville, KS 67337
Event Detail: Free Admission,
Free Vendor Space,
Friday: Stomp Dance,
Saturday: Competition Powwow.
Contact: Virginia Miller, 620-252-6426,
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Calling of the Tribes Powwow.
Terrebonne Livestock Arena,
Terrebonne Parish, LA.
Info: (985) 879-2373
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APRIL12 ,2008
Cannes Brulee Native American Museum Powwow.
303 Williams Boulevard,
Kenner, LA.
Info: (504) 468-7231 Ext. 220
APRIL 25-27 ,2008
42nd Annual
LIHA (LA. Indian Heritage Assoc.) Powwow.
NEW LOCATION! Lamar-Dixon Arena,
Gonzales, LA.
Phone: Andrea (504)367-1375, Dove (504)367-9959
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March 8-9, 2008:
GLICA's 31st Annual Mid-Winter Powwow
Location: Baker College,
Gute & Washington Sts.,
Owosso, MI
Event Detail: Northern Drum - Kingfisher;
Southern Head Singer - Craig White;
MC - Dana LaQuay;
Head Vet - George Martin;
Head Man - Chris Stoltman;
Head Lady - Leah Fenner-Grey;
Lead Gourd Dancer - Teed Howard;
AD - Dave Sage.
Dance Times: Sat. 1-4p, 7-10p & Sun. 12-3p.
Gourd Dancing: Sat. 12-1p & 6-7p.
ADMISSION: Adults - $4, Children 5-12 - $3, Under 5 - Free.
Saturday evening meal provided for participants.
Traders Must Pre-Register with Carol Baxter @ 847-640-9165.
Hotel: Owosso Comstock Inn - 989-725-0999.
Contact: Matt & Lori @ 810-636-7287,
or Jack@ 810-630-1727
March 15-16, 2008:
16th Annual
"Learning to Walk Together"
Traditional Powwow
Location: Vandament Arena,
Marquette, MI 49855
Event Detail: N/A
Contact: Jeff McRoy@906-227-1397,
March 15-16,2008
25th Annual Michigan State University Powwow.
Jenison Fieldhouse,
East Lansing, MI.
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MARCH 29-30 ,2008
19th Annual
"Celebrating Life" Contest Powwow.
Rose Arena, Central Michigan University,
Mount Pleasant, MI.
Info: (989)774-2508
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APRIL12 ,2008
Heritage of Healing Powwow.
Pioneer High School,
Ann Arbor, MI.
Info: (734) 323-0762
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July 26, 2008:
Keepers Powwow
Location: Moore Park,
400 N. Hiawatha Ave., Pipestone, MN 56164
Event Detail: N/A
Contact: Bud or Rona Johnston@ 507-825-3734
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MARCH 29-30 ,2008
20th Annual Natchez Powwow.
Grand Village of the Natchez,
Natchez, MS.
Info: (601) 442-0200
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May 23-25, 2008:
Upper Current River Powwow
Location: Western Cherokee Tribal Complex,
301 E. 10th,
Salem, MO 65560
Event Detail: N/A
Contact: Chief James Quiet Bear@ 573-729-2233,
Email: powwow@tribalgov.info
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June 27-29, 2008:
Northern Mountains Only Wild West Fest
Location: JS Rodeo Arena,
204 Hwy US 89,
Vaughn, MT 59487
Event Detail: We will be having a powwow
along with the wild west fest.
Contact: TW, 406-964-1049,
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MAY 31-June 1 ,2008
Nawihla Native American Festival.
Rt 10 VFW Field.
North Haverhill, NH.
Info: 802-392-8006
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May 26, 27 & 28, 2007:
Powhatan Renape Nation, Cancelled by Tribal Council(5/20/2008)
Semi-Annual American Indian Arts Festival
Saturday, Sunday & Monday
Time: 11:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
The Arts Festival showcases artists from throughout the Americas who will exhibit and sell their outstanding pieces. Visitors will be treated to traditional and contemporary arts in a myriad of mediums. You won't want to miss a variety of award-winning silversmiths, potters, sand painters, beaders, sculptors, carvers, drum makers, weavers, basket makers, and more. All artists are enrolled tribal members. No traders or retail vendors permitted. Young ones and those young at heart can participate in archery and corn pounding, and all visitors may learn about the instincts of the live wolves and eastern buffalo, which will be present at the Festival.
Your visit wouldn't be complete without sampling delectable Indian foods. Prepare your taste buds for venison, caribou, wild rice, Navajo tacos, three sisters rice, alligator, con soup, or your choice of a fabulous selection of meat or vegetarian dishes.
Count on spending an entire afternoon with us. There is limited seating, so for your comfort, bring a blanket or, chair. Expand your horizons, appreciate cultural arts, be entertained, participate in a friendship dance, learn about a new culture, discover a new culinary treat, and above all, have a grand time with the feeling of community that is so much a part of each
Description: Features 150 American Indian artists and entertainers from throughout the Americas. Continuous entertainment. Wide variety of native food. Demonstrations, Wisdom Keepers, and live animals.
Location: Rankokus Indian Reservation
Rancocas Road,
Westampton Township, Burlington County
Admission: $10. Adults
$5. Children and Seniors,
Free, Children 5 and under
Accessibility: Accessible to people with disabilities
We welcome your snap camera bu
please, no videos.
With the exception of seeing-eye dogs,
pets are not allowed.
This event is accessible to all persons With a minimum two weeks advance notice, all efforts will be made to accommodate special needs.
This program is made possible in part by funds from the New Jersey State Council on the Arts/Department of State, a Partner Agency of the National Endowment for the Arts; Subaru of America Foundation, Inc., and presented in cooperation with the Department of Environmental Protection.
WHERE: The Festival is held on the beautiful, 350 acre Rankokus Indian Reservation, only 30 minutes from Philadelphia, or 1 1/2 hr. from NYC, off Route 295 at Exit 45A, or the NJ Turnpike, Exit 5. From the exits, follow the red arrows.
We're on Rancocas Road, Westampton Township, Burlington County.
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APRIL 24-26,2008
25th Annual
Gathering of Nations.
University of New Mexico Arena,
Albuquerque, NM.
Info: (505) 836-2810
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New York
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FEBRUARY 16,2008
NC School Powwow.
Charles R. Ellber Ctr.,
Durham, NC.
Info: 9919) 416-8045
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July Powwow
7/4/08 - 7/6/08
Cherokee Indian Fair Grounds
Contact: Cherokee Welcome Center - (800) 438-1601
On the first full weekend in July our special brand of fireworks happen as a three-day explosion of authentic Indian dancing, drumming and tribal regalia. Dance competitions kick the excitement up even higher.
Festival of Native Peoples
7/17/08 - 7/19/08
Cherokee Indian Fair Grounds
Contact:
Cherokee Welcome Center - (800) 438-1601
Contact: John Grant - (828) 497-4496
This year our annual gathering of tribes from throughout the Americas takes its rightful place as the finest showcase of native dance, art, and culture in the southeast. The Festival of Native Peoples is an exposition of non-competitive dance, storytelling, and song performances expressing the collected history, culture, tradition, and wisdom of the indigenous peoples of the Americas. And for 2008, juried artists and artisans will return to Cherokee to display, show, and sell their beautiful work. The Cherokee Festival of Native Peoples is a unique event that is not to be missed.
AUGUST
Qualla Arts Open Air Indian Art Market
8/30/08
Qualla Arts and Crafts Mutual, Inc
Contact: Vicki Ledford – (828) 497-3103
Witness bead making, basket weaving, sculpture, and woodwork being crafted by Cherokee artisans, practicing hundreds of years old traditional art techniques. You will fine art pieces you will treasure for years.
Oconaluftee Indian Village
5/9/08 - 10/18/08
Drama Road
Contact: Cherokee Historical Association Box Office (828) 497-2111
Experience Cherokee village life in the 1750s. Visit the council house, ceremonial grounds, and sweat lodge, where you’ll learn of the Cherokee way of life and the seven-clan society. See traditional potters, basket weavers, blowgun marksmen, mask-makers, bead-workers, arrowhead knappers, and craftsmen making great canoes by ancient methods. A life so peaceful you may not want to return home.
The Oconaluftee Indian Village is open daily 9 a.m.-5 p.m. May 9-Oct. 18. Admission costs $15 for adults and $6 for children ages 6-12. Children ages 5 and younger are admitted free and group discounts are available. The Village is on Drama Road, near the Mountainside Theatre, off U.S. 441 in Cherokee.
SEPTEMBER 
Southeastern Tribes Cultural Arts Celebration
9/20/08
Cherokee Indian Fair Grounds
Contact: Museum of the Cherokee Indian (828) 497-3481
OCTOBER 
10/7/08 - 10/11/08
96th Annual Cherokee Indian Fair
Cherokee Indian Fair Grounds
Contact: Loretta Kirby (828) 497-8128
Each year the fair offers an opening parade, midway, fireworks, traditional Cherokee food and competitions that bring out the best of the Eastern Band’s basket makers, carvers, quilters, gardeners and more. The fair also attracts high-quality entertainment to perform each evening in the amphitheater.
The fair began as a way for members of the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians to showcase their arts and crafts and invite neighboring communities to the Qualla Boundary, the tribe’s traditional homeland. The fair has grown since its early days, but its original focus remains. This is a hugely popular event among Eastern Band members and a great opportunity for visitors to experience the fun, welcoming qualities of the Cherokee culture.
Opens 10 a.m. daily with nightly shows
NOVEMBER 
DECEMBER 
Cherokee Christmas Parade
12/13/08
Downtown Cherokee
Contact: Cherokee Welcome Center - (800)438-1601
Parade starts 5:30 p.m.
North Dakota
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OCTOBER
NOVEMBER
DECEMBER
JANUARY
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MARCH
MAY
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Ohio
OCTOBER
NOVEMBER
DECEMBER
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MARCH
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FEBRUARY 
FEBRUARY 16-17, 2008
Native American Inter-Tribal Powwow.
UAW Hall,
1440 Bellefontaine Ave.,
Lima, OH.
Info: Larry Grigsby,
Thunderbird Designs, PO Box 494,
Mason, Oh 45040.
Phone: 513-398-7441.
MARCH
APRIL
MAY 
MAY 10-11,2008
Big Arb's Campground
2008 Native American Powwow.
Location: Big Arb's Campgroung & RV Park,
off of Rochester Rd.,
25091 Buffalo Rd.,
East Randolph, OH 44625
Event Detail: Host Drum - Elk Trail,
Head Singer - Larry Reddest,
Head Man - Bill Loretto,
Head Lady - Punkin Shananaquet.
Full RV hook-ups, swimming pool, pavilion, store,
laundry, propane, dump station & fishing.
$75 trader fee & $25 per site camping/participation fee
- please make reservations!!
Contact Info:: Jim Beuoy, 330-966-1408 or 330 894-2360.,
MAY 24-26,2008
Selma Walker Memorial Powwow.
Franklin County Fairgrounds,
Hilliard, OH.
Info: Native American Indian Center Of Central Ohio
Event Detail: Traditional Powwow.
Host Drum - Maza Napin.
MC - Jerry Dearly.
Camping on Site - $20/weekend.
Contact: Native American Indian Center Of Central Ohio,
PHONE:614-443-6120
May 31-June 1, 2008:
Nawihla Native American Festival
Location: VFW Field,
RT 10,
North Haverhill, NH 03774
Contact: Nancy Millette, 802-392-8006,
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Oklahoma 
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MARCH 15 ,2008
16th Annual Indian Education Program Powwow.
Siuslaw Middle School,
Florence, OR.
Info: 541-997-2514
APRIL
MAY 
JUNE
AUGUST
SEPTEMBER
Pennsylvania 
NOVEMBER
DECEMBER
JANUARY
FEBRUARY
MARCH
APRIL 
APRIL 5-6 ,2008
5th Annual
New Faces of Ancient People Powwow.
Mt.Nittany Middle School,
State College, PA.
Info: (814) 863-7994.
MAY 
May 24-26, 2008:
15th Annual Southeastern Cherokee Confederacy of PA Festival
Location: Temple University - Ambler,
580 Meeting House Rd.,
Ambler, PA 19034
Event Detail: Rain or Shine.
Honoring All Veterans.
Gates open at 10am -
Grand Entry 12 Noon.
Contact: Chief Buffy Red Feather Brown, 215-549-4191,
JUNE 
JULY 
Sunday, July 20, 2008
PECO MULTICULTURAL AFFAIR
featuring the
SOUTHEASTERN CHEROKEE CONFEDERACY of PA
@ Great Plaza at Penn's Landing
Chestnut Street and Columbus Boulevard
Philadelphia, PA
12 Noon - 6:00 PM
Contact: Chief Buffy Red Feather Brown, 215-549-4191,
AUGUST 
AUGUST 
August 2-3, 2008:
Bull Run All Nations Festival
Location: Riverfront Park, Canfield Lane,
Loyalsock, PA 17701
Event Detail: Host Drum - Iroquois Thunderheart,
Guest Drums - Morningstar & Eagle Thunder,
Aztec Fire Dancers.
Contact: Dave Tree Gubber@1-570-777-2602,
SEPTEMBER 
OCTOBER 
Rhode Island
SEPTEMBER
OCTOBER
NOVEMBER
DECEMBER
JANUARY
FEBRUARY
MARCH
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MAY
JUNE
JULY
AUGUST
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South Carolina
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March
MAY
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South Dakota
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DECEMBER
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FEBRUARY
MARCH
MAY
JUNE
JULY
AUGUST
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MAY
JULY
Tennessee
OCTOBER
NOVEMBER
DECEMBER
JANUARY
FEBRUARY
MARCH
JULY
AUGUST
MARCH
APRIL 
April 4-6, 2008:
2nd Annual Powwow On The River
Location: Coolidge Park,
150 River Street,
Chattanooga, TN 37405
Event Detail: MC: Scott Crisp,
AD: Jimmie Thigpen,
Head Man: TBA,
Head Lady: TBA,
Native Games: stickball, atlatal, blow gun, bow & arrow & much more.
Host Northern Drum: Awohali,
Host Southern Drum: Mossy Creek Singers,
Honor Guard: All Nations Warrior Society,
Musical Entertainment: Jimmy Yellowhorse, Jamie Russell.
HOURS: Friday 10am–4pm (kids day), 6pm–10pm (Grand Entry 7pm),
Saturday 10am–10pm (Grand Entry 1pm & 6pm),
Sunday 10am–6pm (Grand Entry 1pm).
General Admission: Adults $6,
Children (6-12) $3
& (5-Under) Free,
Seniors $4.
Contact: Tammera Hicks, 423-240-7270,
MAY 
MAY 17-18 ,2008
Cumberland Plateau
7th Annual Powwow.
Putnam County Fairgrounds,
Cookeville, TN.
Event Detail: I-40 to exit 287, go North to Veterans Dr.
Turn left on Veterans Dr. (at Ryan's).
Fairgrounds are behind Ryan's. Signs will be posted.
Wal-Mart is across the street.
Info: Contact: Linda or Carol, 931-544-4908
OR
JUNE 
June 14-15, 2008:
1st Intertribal Powwow
Location: The Motor Cycle Ranch,
28210 Hwy 127,
Pikeville, TN 37367
Event Detail: MC: David McDaris,
AD: David Snyder,
Head Man: Richard Smith,
Head Lady: Deborah McDaris,
Drum: Elk River Tribe.
HOURS: Sat.: Gates open 8am,
Grand Entry at 12 Noon and Evening TBA;
Sun.: 10am-6pm, Grand Entry at 12 Noon.
Please bring your lawn chairs.
No drugs, alcohol, weapons or politics allowed.
Gate fee is $5 for 13 & up.
All Military, Law Enforcement, Firemen, EMTs, etc (with ID): $3.
Children 5-12: $3,
under 5: Free.
Contact: William Farmer at 423-949-4495
or
Otter Farmer at 423-505-9511
AUGUST
SEPTEMBER 
OCTOBER
NOVEMBER
DECEMBER
Texas
SEPTEMBER
OCTOBER
NOVEMBER
DECEMBER
JANUARY
JULY
AUGUST
FEBRUARY 
MARCH 
March 15, 2008:
Honoring the Animals
Location: Animal Defense League,
11300 Nacogdoches,
San Antonio, TX 78217
Event Detail: Powwow will be held from 10a-4p.
The facility welcomes dogs, but they must be on a leash and wearing a current Rabies tag.
Contact: Amador Osio, 210-531-0940,
March 29, 2008:
Texas Indian Hobbyist
Association Spring Powwow
Location: Galloway Hammond Rec. Center,
Burnet, TX
Event Detail: Business Mtg., 2pm
; Covered Dish Supper, 5pm;
Gourd Dancing, 6:30pm;
Grand Entry, 7:30pm;
Head Singer: Gene Logan;
Host Hotel: Best Western (866) 782-9683;
RVs: (817) 597-6348, Tent Camping Sites Available.
March 29, 2008:
Red River Intertribal Club Powwow
Location: Maskat Shriners Building,
5101 Henry Grace Fwy.
South, Wichita Falls, TX 76310
Event Detail: Powwow to benefit Hospice of Wichita Falls.
Gourd Dancing 2-5pm.
Supper 5-6pm.
Gourd Dancing 7-8pm.
Grand Entry 8pm.
Head Gourd Dancer: Butch Tahsequah;
Head Man: Lezley Russell,
Head Lady: Dorothy Tahah;
Head Singer: Parker Emhoolah;
MC: Rene Rodriguez;
AD: Orlando Sosa;
Security: Joetta Sommers.
Vendors Welcome.
RRIC not responsible for theft or accidents.
No drugs or alcohol.
Co-Host: Comanche War Scouts.
Contact: Judy Jensen, 940-691-4926,
APRIL 
April 5-6, 2008:
Powwow Big Spring
Location: Howard College,
1001 Birdwell Ln.,
Big Spring, TX 79720
Event Detail: Head Man: Terry Pecos,
Head Lady: Sandra Luna,
Head Drums: Southern Renegade & Star Feather.
All vendors welcome.
Contact: Robert Downing, 432-263-3255,
MAY 
JUNE 
JUNE 12-14 ,2008
Texas Indian Hobbyist
Assn Summer Powwow.
Galloway Hammond Recreation Ctr.,
Burnet, TX.
Event Detail: Nightly - Covered Dish Supper, 5pm;
Gourd Dancing, 6:30pm;
Grand Entry, 7:30pm;
Head Singer: Gene Logan;
Non-Money Contests;
Annual Auction;
Host Hotel: Best Western (866) 782-9683;
RVs: (817) 597-6348,
Tent Camping Sites Available.
JULY
AUGUST
SEPTEMBER 
September 20, 2008:
Texas Indian Hobbyist Association Fall Powwow
Location: Galloway Hammond Rec. Center,
Burnet, TX
Event Detail: Business Mtg., 2pm; Election of 2009 Officers; Covered Dish Supper, 5pm; Gourd Dancing, 6:30pm; Grand Entry, 7:30pm; Head Singer: Gene Logan; Host Hotel: Best Western (866) 782-9683; RVs: (817) 597-6348, Tent Camping Sites Available.
OCTOBER
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Utah
OCTOBER
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Virginia
SEPTEMBER
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Washington 
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West Virginia
SEPTEMBER
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Wisconsin 
SEPTEMBER
OCTOBER
NOVEMBER
DECEMBER
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AUGUST
MARCH 
March 1-2, 2008:
Indian Summer Festival Winter Powwow
Location: Wisconsin Products Pavilion -
Wisconsin State Fair Park,
8100 W. Greenfield Avenue,
West Allis, WI 53214
Event Detail: Grand Entries: Sat. - 1 & 7p; Sun. – 1p.
Hours: Sat. – 11a-10p; Sun. – 11a-6p with a Prayer Ceremony at 10a.
Prayer Ceremony attendees may enter the Powwow for free at 11a.
Admission: $7 (general); $5 (age 60 & up);
Free for Children 12 & under (no advance tickets sold).
For more information, please visit: WEBSITE
Contact: Indian Summer Office, 414-604-1000,
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Wyoming
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Washington,DC
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NOVEMBER
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CANADA
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Alberta
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British Columbia 
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Manitoba
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New Brunswick 
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Ontario
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Saskatchewan 
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Prince Edward Island
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PERU 
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June 25-26, 2008:
I Indian Olympics of the Americas
Location: The Andes-Peru-Inca World,
Machupicchu-Peru,
Cusco, Peru
Event Detail: All tribal dancers,
Miss Indian Universe,
Sports of all tribes and
the creation of the Indian United Nations.
Contact: Ablehawk Saune@1-818-588-9823,
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