Trip up the Tram with NALC

PS Aerial Tramway 1 Tram Way, Palm Springs, California

The Native American Land Conservancy (NALC) cordially invites Native/Indigenous families and relatives to join them for an afternoon at Mt. San Jacinto State Park, at the top of the Palm Springs Aerial Tramway. Please direct any questions or concerns to programs@nativeamericanland.org

22nd Traditional Indian Health Gathering: Wellness Rising

Pala Rey Youth Campground 10779 Highway 76, Pala, CA, United States

NEW DATE!!!!! Join the organization JULY 11-13 at the Pala Rey Youth Camp for the 22nd Traditional Indian Health Gathering: Wellness Rising! Camp with IHC under the stars Friday and Saturday nights! Explore cultural practices for healing and learn about programs and services available at local health centers that are "Empowering Native Wellness." Learn from…

Family Kayaking

Woodley Island Marina

Da'Luk Family Kayaking Day with Humboats! Join the organization for Kayaking with Humboats! July 11th, 2025 10 am - 12 pm At the Woodley Island Marina Lunch Provided! Reach out to Bubba@ncidc.org or 707-445-8451 with any questions! Register here: go.ncidc.org/kayak

Creative Landscapes: Mixed Media Collage Workshop

Hunat Paač Pihaáka (Bears Water) Address and directions to the preserve will be provided to registered guests prior to the event.

NALC is hosting Creative Landscapes at Hunat Paac Pihaaka! Join the organization at their preserve in the Morongo Valley to get in touch with your creative side and complete a guided mixed media collage. All supplies will be provided.

$20

Inter-Tribal Tule Boat Race

Black Miners Bar Folsom, CA

You're invited to the Inaugural Inter-Tribal Tule Boat Races! This is a special event held by local Delta Tribes to honor tribal ancestors, culture, and give acknowledgement to the water and land. It will be a fun day! Register | https://bit.ly/2025Inter-TribalTuleBoatRaces Age Groups 7-12 | 13-15 | 16-18 | 19-54 | Elders 55+ Parking passes…

Sherwood Valley 32nd Annual Big Time Celebration

Sherwood Valley Rancheria (dance grounds near the Casino) 100 Kawi Place, Willits, CA

The Sherwood Valley Band of Pomo Indians invites you to their 32nd Annual Big Time Celebration, featuring: a salmon BBQ, California Pomo Feather Dancers, craft and food vendors, health and wellness booths, and much more!  For more information or to sign up as a vendor, please contact: Jodi Sjolund (707) 354-0647

Paint & SNAHC – Youth Paint Night

SNAHC Florin Youth & Family Space 3800 Florin Road, Sacramento, CA, United States

Join the organization for a fun and engaging paint night featuring guided turtle themed painting led by Indigenous artist, Andrea Ragudo Chavez (Ione Band of Miwok). Register here: https://forms.office.com/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=jPEe3YBCF0iagem-FplgOOlIvUSTAntGntAHP6ipKmVUQUpGTjRVRzRCV01UTVlVV1ZQWkRWWUdINC4u&origin=lprLink&route=shorturl

Indigenous Science Camp at Sumêg Village

Sumeg Village 4150 Patricks Point Dr, Trinidad, California

Local Tribes and Non-profits are hosting a free Youth & Families Indigenous Science Camp on July 18th at Sue-Meg State Park from 10am to 4pm. Additional details will be emailed to all registrants prior to the event. Lunch and snacks will be provided. July 18th will include activities, a tour and hands on learning.  There…

2nd Annual Native Nexus: Connecting Careers Youth Workshops

All Tribes Charter School 34320 Valley Center Rd, Valley Center, California

Native Nexus is BACK! Join the organization for the 2nd Annual Native Nexus: Connecting Careers Youth Workshops happening July 21–22, 2025 in Valley Center, CA! In partnership with top Native-owned businesses and organizations, the Native Youth Foundation proudly brings together a powerful lineup of Indigenous creators, entrepreneurs, and mentors to inspire the next generation. Their…

Native Youth for Justice Organizing Academy

Zoom

Join California Native Vote Project for their virtual Summer Youth Organizing Academy designed to build leadership and organizing skills for American Indian/Alaska Native (AI/AN) Youth across the state. From Struggle to Strength: Youth Power in a Time of Resistance This year’s theme uplifts the brilliance, resistance, and vision of Native youth across California. Join the…

22nd Annual Tule Boat Festival

Big Valley Rancheria, EPA Department 2726 Mission Rancheria Road, Lakeport, CA

The Big Valley Rancheria Band of Pomo Indians invites the community to attend their 22nd Annual Tule Boast Festival! The Tribe is currently searching for interested vendors, informational booths, and environmentally friendly booths. The Tribe also asks that during their event to please limit plastic and water waste.  For more information, please contact: Alicia Castellanos: ACASTELLANOS@BIG-VALLEY.NET or…

2025 INDIGI-CON

UC San Diego Park & Market 1100 Market St, San Diego, CA

A 2-Day Free Family Friendly Community Event, Showcasing Indigenous Comic Authors & Artists. Presented by Indigenous Futures Institute, in collaboration with Eyaay Ahuun Foundation and University of California Humanities Research Institute. Join the organization for a celebration of Indigenous sequential art! Indigi-Con features two panels of Native artists and writers, followed by a mixer with…

Trinity River Clean Up

Hoopa Tribal Office 11860 State Hwy 96, Hoopa, CA

Trinity River Clean Up July 26th | 9am - 10:30am: Clean-Up | 11am Rafting On July 26th, Save California Salmon is partnering with  the Warrior Institute to conduct a Trinity River clean up raft trip. The raft trip is free for youth 8-18. The trip begins at Hoopa Tribal Office in Hoopa, CA at 9am. Rafting…

Jewelry Workshop for Teens

Maidu Museum & Historic Site 1970 Johnson Ranch Drive, Roseville, CA, United States

Create your own necklace using materials from nature like abalone, beads and pine nuts! All materials will be provided. Participants may bring additional elements to embellish their creations. Taught by Native American jewelry maker, Joann Denys (Costanoan Esselen Ohlone).

$55

Sierra Mono Museum 53rd Annual Indian Fair Days & Pow Wow

North Fork Recreation Center 33507 Recreation Road 230, North Fork, CA, United States

Public welcome, food & craft vendors, dance competition! A Pow Wow, or cultural celebration, as it was called in former times, is a truly family event growing out of the economic, social, and cultural experiences of many Native American tribes. Pow Wows allow people to come together to sing, dance, make friends, renew old friendships,…

Live Your Language Alliance (LYLA) 2025 Conference

College of the Redwoods 7351 Tompkins Hill, Eureka, CA

LYLA 2025 August 10th-12th Please find the save the date and call for proposals for Live Your Language Alliance (LYLA) 2025 August 10th-12th. The organization is happy to be gathering language communities. The theme for this year's conference is "Share Your Language Love". CRILI 2025 August 13th-14th LYLA will be followed by an inaugural College…

60th Annual Yurok Salmon Festival

Yurok Tribe Headquarters 190 Klamath Blvd, Klamath, CA, United States

The 60th Annual Yurok Salmon Festival is happening on Saturday, August 16, 2025. All are invited to the family-friendly event. The festival includes: numerous activities for kids, cultural demonstrations, Ney-Puy  Run/Walk 5k, live music and more. The event also features vendors selling high quality, locally made gift items and specialty foods. 

Moompetam American Indian Festival

Aquarium of the Pacific 100 Aquarium Way, Long Beach, CA, United States

The Aquarium of the Pacific invites you to its twenty-first annual Moompetam American Indian Festival. Moompetam (pronounced \’mohm peh tahm), meaning “People of the Ocean,” is derived from the word for ‘saltwater’ in the Tongva language. For the California Indigenous coastal peoples, the ocean has always been a sacred entity. The festival celebrates Indigenous California…

$34.95

Morongo Powwow 2025 – Save the Date

Morongo Thunder and Lighting 49500 Seminole Dr., Cabazon, California

Save the Date for the Morongo Band of Mission Indians 2025 Thunder and Lightning Powwow! September 26-28 The tribe welcomes all to participate in this community event. Stay tuned for more details. For inqueries, contact: mlorenzo@morongo-nsn.gov

Paskenta Big Time

Rolling Hills Casino and Resort 2655 Everett Freeman Way, Corning, California

Save the Date! The 2nd Annual Paskenta Big Time will be held November 1, 2025. Dance group sign ups open: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0C4EABA92DA3FFC43-55202481-2025#/ Sponsorship applications are now being accepted and will close on May 19, 2025. Become a sponser here: https://form.asana.com/?k=wrKJmwUvI4S07830XAF_8w&d=335486572226948 Vendor applications will open in the Summer.  

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