Mesa Grande Traditional Gathering

Mesa Grande Band of Mission Indians Reservation 26000 Mesa Grande Rd , Santa Ysabel, CA, United States

Welcoming at 1 p.m. Horseshoe Tournament at 2 p.m. Elder Bingo and Children's Games at 2 p.m. Peon at dusk. All birdsingers and vendors welcome!

Many Nations One Land

La Escuelita Gym/Great Room 1050 2nd Ave., Oakland, CA, United States

A cultural festival featuring Native American musicians, dancers, cultural activities, food vendors and a Native artisan market. This community gathering is: FREE All-ages Open to the public Lineup Includes: The Bobby Young Project (Blues Band) Jackie Keliiaa (Comedian) Lyla June (Musician) Aaron Miller (DJ) The Chinle Valley Singers (Navajo Social Singers) Marshall-Lieras Girls (Round Dance Songs) John Paul Hodge (Musician)…

Annual Queer Ecos Field Trip

Sequoia National Park Visalia, CA, United States

Free event hosted by The Queer Sol Collective, Save The Redwoods, and Rainbow Spaces for youth ages 13 to 19.

“Returning the Warrior Spirit” Men & Young Men Wellness Gathering

Chaw'se Indian Grinding Rock State Historic Park 14881 Pine Grove Volcano Road, Sutter Grove, California

Where: 14881 Pine Grove Volcano Road, Pine Grove, CA When: Friday - Sunday, October 11th - 13th Free camping spots available! Meals, snacks, and drinks will be provided. Contact: info@nativedadsnetwork.org (916) - 346 - 4277

The Aunties & Uncles Program’s Annual Memorial Gathering

Ya-Ka-Ama Indian Education and Development Center 7456 Steve Olson Lane, Forestville, California

Where: 7456 Steve Olson Lane, Forestville, CA When: Saturday, October 12th, 2024 Time: 10:00 am - 2:00 pm Pomo Dancer, Vendors, Food, Raffles, and Speakers Contact: aupevents@scihp.org Candace (707) 521 - 4559 Kolby (707) 521 - 4684

Sunrise Gathering on Alcatraz

Pier 33 and Alcatraz Island Pier 33 Suite 200, San Francisco, California

OCTOBER 14, 2024, YELAMU, OHLONE TERRITORY (SAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA) Sunrise Gathering on Alcatraz Island Commemorating 532 Years of Indigenous Resistance, Cultural Resiliency and Survival in the Americas TICKET OFFICE OPENS AT 4:00 AM, BOATS DEPART FROM PIER 33 AT 5:00, 5:15 AND 5:30 AM. Advance ticket sales at City Experiences-Sunrise Gathering. Visit IITC’s webpage, www.iitc.org…

2024 Indigenous Peoples’ Day

Santa Rosa Campus: Burbank Outdoor Stage Area 1501 Mendocino Avenue, Santa Rosa, California

Where: 1501 Mendocino Avenue, Burbank Outdoor Stage Are, Santa Rosa Campus When: Monday, October 14th, 2024 Time: 11:00 am - 3:00 pm Native Speakers, Vendors, Food, Drumming, and Dancing.

Malki Museum Fall Gathering

At the annual Malki Museum Fall Gathering, there are demonstrations, lectures, and of course, food tasting! This event takes place usually in October, and features Native arts, crafts, and games, as well as Cahuilla harvest foods such as wewish (acorn mush), a time-consuming but staple dish. The demonstrations often include Cahuilla bird singing, basket weaving,…

Acorn Day

State Indian Museum 2618 K St., Sacramento, CA, United States

Acorn Day - Saturday, October 19 (10:00 am to 4:00 pm) This annual event celebrates the cultural importance of the acorn! Acorn Day is a family-oriented event that includes admission to the State Indian Museum (SIM) and Sutter's Fort SHP. Admission: Adults $5.00, Youth $3.00, 5 and under are free We will have several hands-on…

Indigenous Peoples Day Sacramento Celebration 2024

Cesar Chavez Park 910 I Street, Sacramento, CA, United States

California Native Dance Groups Mexica Dancers Craft Vendors Food Vendors Kids Activities Community Resource Booths Raffles *Donations are appreciated. *To be a sponsor or for more information contact Sacramentovik@gmail.com

Dragonfly Language Conference

California State University, San Berdardino, Palm Desert Campus 37500 Cook St, Palm Desert, California

JOIN THE CENTER: 10 am-4 pm, California State University, San Bernardino, Palm Desert Campus, 37500 Cook St., Palm Desert, CA 92211. FREE. WHAT’S HAPPENING: This is not so much a “conference” but instead a CALL TO ACTION. You’re invited to join a gathering of Elders and a new generation of Native language speakers and teachers. Discuss…

Singing the Birds

Palm Springs High School 2401 E. Baristo Rd., Palm Springs, CA, United States

Singing the Birds (Wikitmallem Tahmuwhae): Bird Song and Dance Festival Agua Caliente Welcomes Everyone! Saturday January 25, 2025 Palm Springs High School 2401 E Baristo Rd, Palm Springs, CA 92262

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