Malki’s annual Fiesta is a time of gathering together to share culture and traditions. It is also the major fundraising event for the Museum. Each year hundreds of both natives and non-natives come to participate in this unique event which has been an annual celebration since 1966, when the Kewét (the Cahuilla word for fiesta)…
The California State Indian Museum presents the 46th Annual Honored Elders Day! This gathering will feature an Elders Luncheon, cultural sharing, cultural speakers, California Native dance groups, artisan booths, and more! All are welcome to attend.
Unveiling Ceremony: Witness the grand reveal of the tomol mural and learn about the inspiration and creation process from the Chumash artist Matt Dominguez. Chumash and tomol paddler community members are encouraged to attend! June 8th, 1pm.
THREE-TIME U.S. POET LAUREATE JOY HARJO HEADLINES THIS YEAR’S NATIVE AMERICAN ARTS FESTIVAL WEEK AT IDYLLWILD ARTS, STARTING MONDAY JUNE 16 Idyllwild Arts Native American Arts Festival Week takes place at the Idyllwild Arts campus Monday, June 16 to Friday, June 20, 2025. Led by Executive Director Shaliyah Ben (Diné), this week-long celebration, held every summer for…
Pride event. Come out for an evening of love, connection, and celebration! Enjoy open mic performances, drag shows, creative art stations, wellness resources, and more. Free event | All are welcome | Raffles & giveaways! RSVP: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/with-love-for-all-stipride-awareness-event-tickets-1406580904349?fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAafR1FCwu4RGllmT6DYIMEo1Uzce2LqiiXJMpH7oyot7BenQvA6OvXMnJc8dKA_aem_xYmtsirenchzObr8icTb9g
The San Pasqual Band of Mission Indians presents their San Pasqual Reservation Gathering, featuring Bird Singers, Games for kids, Watermelon Eating Contest, Grease Pole, Tug of War, and Peon Games at Dusk! All are welcome to attend. For more information, check the following: Event Inquiries: DESIREEM@SANPASQUALTRIBE.ORG Vendor Inquiries: ANGELINAA@SANPASQUALTRIBE.ORG Bird Inquiries: DESTINEEM@SANPASQUALTRIBE.ORG
Please join GAI as they celebrate 50 years. . . Celebrate Fifty Years of Two Spirit Pride at Gay American Indians’ 50th Anniversary Celebration in San Francisco on Friday, June 27th. Featuring performances by Roger Kuhn, Mason, Char Diné and the Brush Arbor Gurlz with a Complementary Buffet provided by the American Indian Cultural District.…
The Klamath First Descent Celebration of the newly liberated Klamath River kicks off July 12, following the Paddle Tribal Waters team’s historic expedition. From noon to 7 PM, the region will come alive with live music, cultural performances, an art walk and auction, and delicious local food. This vibrant gathering honors generations of river protectors…
The Hoopa Valley Tribe invites you to celebrate the 37th Annual Hoopa Sovereign Days!
The Southern Sierra Miwuk Nation is hosting their annual BIG TIME celebration in the Yosemite Valley tribal village. This BIG TIME is a dance and spiritual gathering that brings together California traditional dancers from all over the state. For more information, please contact: The Pinoleville Pomo Nation's Tribal Office: (707) 463-1454
Save the Date! International Day of the World's Indigenous People August 9th @ Bonita Museum and Cultural Center County of San Diego ISN & Bonita Museum invite you to a special day of celebration of Indigenous culture and heritage. Enjoy an extraordinary event that promises to be both educational and inspiring. For vendor information contact:…
DCA is a proud supporter of Los Angeles’s 2025 Native American Heritage Month Celebration. This celebration will promote and encourage an awareness of the significant contributions made by our City’s Native American community members in culture, education, politics, business, technology, and the arts. As part of this celebration, the Department is publishing a comprehensive calendar…
The Annual Wiyot Goutsuwe'n, Wiyot Day, honoring Elders and Veterans will be held on Saturday August 23rd, 2025, from 4:00 pm to 12:00 am at Rrawuraglu' muk Dance grounds ("All my Relations"). This gathering brings Wiyot and Native American community members, cultural leaders, and friends of the Tribe from all over Northern California to a…
Ayukii, Please mark your calendars, rsvp, and get ready to celebrate!The 26th Annual Karuk Tribe Reunion is underway! The tribe will be posting a schedule soon, but you can expect the traditional events! This event is open to all and is family-friendly, as well as drug and alcohol-free. There will be cultural activities, vendors, food, and…
Join the museum for the opening of the newly redone Arts of Indigenous America! You can use code AIA25 to book free General Admission tickets to the September 13th event using this link: https://ticketing.famsf.org/events/0191818b-e64c-6b6a-7ab6-00280806cda1 *Note: You will need to select September 13th as your date before entering the code. There will also be physical tickets…
San Manuel Pow Wow is a three-day celebration free to the public and features Southern California traditional bird singers and dancers, as well as North American and Canadian dancers and drum singing groups. In addition, there is also vending from artisans representing Indian tribal nations from all across North America and Canada. Since its beginning…
Provident Credit Union Event Center on the campus of San Jose State University in San Jose, CA Saturday, September 20, 2025 from 12 PM to 9 PM American Indian Market Hoop Dance Exhibition Arvol Looking Horse Speaking Engagement Flute and Hand Drum Songs Billy Mills Speaking Engagement Children’s Activities Abalone Shell Projects Ohlone Games Community…
California Indian Day Celebration - Call for Participants! The clinic is celebrating early at UIHS Potawot Health Village Farmers Market and YOU are invited to take part! Tuesday September 23, 2025 3:00 PM - 7:00 PM Potawot Health Village 1600 Weeot Way, Arcata CA Potawot Health Village is looking for: 🪶 Indigenous musicians, bands, &…
Community Celebration of California Native American Day Eureka City Schools and the Parent Advisory Committee for Indian Education warmly invite you to a special community event in celebration of California Native American Day. This evening will feature a series of meaningful cultural presentations, Indian tacos from Frybread Love, Indigenous vendors, performances, and opportunities for community…
Save the Date! The 2025 California Native American Day will be on September 26th at the California State Capitol. The California Water Boards invite you to apply to showcase a cultural practice at the 58th Annual California Native American Day Cultural Heritage Pavilion. The deadline to submit an application to be considered as a cultural…
The American Indian Cultural Center of San Francisco is hosting a celebration in honor of Indigenous People's Day. The event is set to feature Native art vendors, food, as well as speakers and performances. Everyone is welcome!
Do you love acorns and oak trees? Discover the environmental significance of California's top keystone plant species and why the nuts they produce have been a culturally significant traditional food staple for California Native peoples since time immemorial. Acorn Day features demonstrations by Diana Almendariz (Maidu/Wintu, Nisenan, Hupa/Yurok) and her family, arts & crafts, educational booths, guided…
Join us for the 2nd Annual Native American Heritage Month Parade in Sacramento. The parade will showcase floats, vehicles, horses, marchers, and cultural performers in celebration of Native American heritage and culture. Register now if you’re interested in being part of the parade. If you have questions about the event, email linda.sacks@asm.ca.gov or call (916)…
November is Native American Heritage Month, and we’re honored to celebrate and uplift rich traditions, stories, and voices of Indigenous peoples. Celebrate with us through hands-on activities, storytelling, and workshops featuring Indigenous authors and traditions. November 14th - Education Station 10am-2pm November 15th - Yucca Cordage Workshop 10am-1pm (registration required; registration link here) November 16th…
The Indigenous Peoples' Day Sunrise Gathering on October 13th and November 27th are organized by the International Indian Treaty Council commemorating the 1969-71 occupation of Alcatraz by the Indians of All Tribes. It is one-day events and is not the standard Alcatraz Island tour; all areas except for where the ceremony takes place will be…
✨ Traditional Blessing of the New Mecca–Thermal Campus Site ✨ California Indian Nations College, in partnership with College of the Desert, invites our community to a traditional blessing of the new Mecca–Thermal Campus site in the Eastern Coachella Valley. This moment marks growth, collaboration, and a shared commitment to Indigenous education and community empowerment! 📍…
Join the San Francisco American Indian Cultural District (AICD) Sixth Anniversary & State Recognition Celebration on Saturday, March 28th, from 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM, on Valencia Street (15th - 18th Streets). The American Indian Cultural District (AICD) was officially recognized as a state-designated Cultural District by the California Arts Council (CAC) on Friday, December…
✨CHUMASH DAY - Just around the corner is the 25th Annual Chumash Day, Native American Powwow, and Intertribal Gathering Sat, March 28 and Sun, March 29! This family-friendly cultural festival features Native American tribal ceremonies, dances, and special guest performances. 🍔Grab a bite to eat at the food court featuring items from @bisonburgertruck, @drizzle_oc, @la.donut,…
Join the celebration of the Sixth Anniversary of the American Indian Cultural District (AICD) & State Recognition Celebration on Saturday, March 28th, from 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM, on Valencia Street (15th - 18th), in San Francisco. The celebration will feature a ribbon-cutting ceremony, special guest speakers—including elected officials and tribal leaders—and a parade honoring…
Verona Marina Grand Opening⠀ Saturday, April 25, 9am – 4pm⠀ 6955 Garden Highway, Nicolaus, CA⠀ ⠀ Join a day of culture, community, and celebration at the Verona Marina Grand Opening event. Enjoy traditional dancers, local vendors, cultural demonstrations, games, prizes, and more at this family-friendly, drug and alcohol-free event.⠀ ⠀ There is no admission or…
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