• Pine Needle Medallion Necklace Workshop

    Grace Hudson Museum & Sun House 431 South Main Street, Ukiah, CA, United States

    This program is led by cultural educator Monica V. Arellano (Ohlone Culture Bearer and Langague Keeper).  This workshop is suitable for ages 10 and up. Call the Grace Hudson Museum (707-467-2836) to reserve your spot. Space is limited. There is a $15 fee for this workshop, but it is free for Native Americans. Scholarship opportunities are also available- just…

  • Marin American Indian Alliance: Powwow Dancing Workshop

    Multicultural Center of Marin 709 Fifth Ave, San Rafael, California

    Marin American Indian Alliance is hosting a powwow dancinc class March 9. Marin Powwow's head Gourd Dancer Michael Reifel will guide the group through many of the fun social dances. Build your confidence to join the dance circle! No previous experience necessary. Suitable for all ages, all genders. Workshops are held at the Multicultural Center…

  • We Are Still Here: Cultural Practices of the Wappo People

    Napa County Library 580 Coombs St, Napa, California

    Join the library for a hands-on cultural demonstration of artifacts & their uses by the Wappo people, the First People of the Napa Valley. Event led by Tektek and Desirae Harp.

  • 2SLGBTQ+ Dinner

    Northern California Indian Development Council 241 F St, Eureka, California

    NCIDC is very excited to announce their partnership and collaboration with @queerhumboldt for a week full of activities that highlight and uplift our community! All events are free and open to all community members, tribal and non-tribal, 2SLGBTQIA+, allies, and caregivers. Register here: https://ncidc.questionpro.com/a/TakeSurvey?tt=bd2oC60OT4sECHrPeIW9eQ%3D%3D Please feel free to reach out to Karen Asbury with any…

  • 4th Annual Cali Native Night

    Emma Prusch Park 647 S King Road, San Jose, California

    Join for a night to witness Ohlone, Pomo, and other California Native American dance groups gathering to share their songs and prayers. There will also be food vendors, and local Indigenous vendors selling their Arts and Crafts. FREE admission for everyone.

  • 2025 Youth & Social Pow Wow

    Miramar College - Hourglass Community Field 10440 Black Mountain Rd, San Diego, California

    Open to the Community! Join for a day of Native American Traditional Drumming, Dancing, Food Vendors, Arts & Craft Vendors, and more! Schedule: 10 am Bird Singing; 11 am Open Gourd Dancing; 12 pm Grand Entry; 1-8 pm Inter-Tribal Dancing For more information, contact: carlatourville@yahoo.com

  • Water Protection Speaker Series

    Zoom

    Episode 1: March 18 | 12pm Where Does Your Water Come From? Part 1: Klamath and Trinity Rivers Water Protection Speaker Series: Educational online series on how to protect our waters Speakers: Allie Hostler: Hoopa Valley Tribal member, editor of the Two Rivers Tribune, and former communications director for the Hoopa Valley Tribe’s Fisheries Department.…

  • Learning Landscapes – Palomar

    Palomar

    Join the NALC for a weekend on the land at Learning Landscapes Palomar, March 22-23! Native community from Palomar Mountain & surrounding areas are invited to spend an afternoon learning and sharing with us followed by a night of creekside camping (supplies provided by NALC). Registration is limited, sign up now through the following link:…

  • ‘Meme’ Your Language

    Zoom

    A virtual workshop for Indigenous California youth leaders (16-24) supporting Indigenous language revitalization in a silly, goofy way. Language mentors will lead activities including meme making and playing games. In this workshop, youth will explore their languages, gain new perspectives to language revitalization, network over shared passions, and connect with community language practitioners. Any level…

  • L280: Fireline Leadership

    Robinson Rancheria

    Two-day NWCG course designed as a self-assessment opportunity for individuals preparing to step into a leadership role. The course combines one day of outdoor classroom instruction followed by a second day in the field with students working through a series of problem solving events in small teams. Topics include leadership values and principles, transition challenges…

  • Beading Workshop

    Northern California Indian Development Council 241 F St, Eureka, California

    Save the date! On March 26th NCIDC's N.E.S.T. will be having a beading workshop from 4 to 6pm with a light dinner provided. Beading kits and supplies will be provided on a first come first serve, so please sign up with the link on the flyer and below! register here: beading.ncidc.org

  • 5th Annual Spring Gathering

    Bakersfield American Indian Health Project 501 40th Street, Bakersfield, California

    The Bakersfield American Indian Health Project is excited to see you at their 5th Annual Spring Gathering event held on Saturday, March 29th from 10 AM - 4:30 PM! 501 40th Street in Bakersfield. There will be various cultural activities, education, resources, and more! For more information call (661) 327-4030 or email BAIHPCommunity@BakersfieldAIHP.org

  • BAIHP 5th Annual Spring Gathering

    Bakersfield American Indian Health Project 501 40th Street, Bakersfield, California

    The organization invites you to the 5th Annual Spring Gathering event held on Saturday, March 29th from 10 AM - 4:30 PM! Come to 501 40th Street in Bakersfield for various cultural activities, education, resources, and more!

  • Panhe

    San Mateo Campground 830 Cristianitos Rd, San Clemente, California

    2025 PANHE CELEBRATION Native American Gathering and Celebration of Protection and Preservation Sunday March 30, 2025 ~ 10 am - 4 pm Free Community Event. Live music and dance performances, vendors, food and exhibits. Free offsite parking at Concordia Elementary School (3120 Avenida del Presidente, San Clemente) and free round trip shuttle runs 9:30am until…

  • Beading Workshop

    Northern California Indian Development Council 241 F St, Eureka, California

    Save the date! On April 2nd NCIDC's N.E.S.T. will be having a beading workshop from 4 to 6pm with a light dinner provided. Beading kits and supplies will be provided on a first come first serve, so please sign up with the link on the flyer and below! register here: beading.ncidc.org

  • Mario Kart Tournament

    Northern California Indian Development Council 241 F St, Eureka, California

    Get your game on! NCIDC's N.E.S.T will be having our young adult Mario Kart Tournament on April 3rd at 5:30pm. The tournament will be for youth ages 18-24 but everyone is invited to check out the space at the NEST. Food will be provided. Please register here to reserve your space for the event: mario.ncidc.org…

  • Zine Making with Kanyon Sayers-Rood

    Luna Gallery 107 B, 107 The Alameda, San Juan Bautista, California

    Zine Making with Kanyon Sayers-Rood and the Luna Gallery! April 3rd, 6 pm. Join the gallery in a zine making workshop with artist activist Kanyon Sayers-Rood (Ohlone, Chumash). Kanyon Sayers-Roods is Costanoan Ohlone-Mutsun and Chumash; she also goes by her given Native name, “Coyote Woman”. She is proud of her heritage and her native name…

  • Sierra College Big Time/Powwow

    Sierra College, Rocklin 5000 Rocklin Road, Rocklin, United States

    Sierra College’s Native American Student Support and Success Program (NASSSP) is announcing the Big Time/Pow-wow to be held on April 12th, 2025. Grand entry is at 12pm and it ends at 10pm. Location is 5100 Sierra College Blvd, Rocklin, CA, 95677. There is no entry fee and is free to the public. This is a…

  • Sherman Indian High School Earth Day Event

    Sherman Indian High School 9010 Magnolia Ave, Riverside, CA, United States

    Join the school for a day of singing, dancing, and activities in honor of Earth Day. @Sherman Indian Highschool Tuesday April 15, 2025

  • 2025 UAII Children’s Health Fair

    United American Indian Involvement 1453 W. Temple St., Los Angeles, CA, United States

    Join the organization for a day of family fun and wellness at the 2025 UAII Children’s Health Fair! Celebrate culture, community, and care with food, games, raffles, and more — Tuesday, April 15 from 1–5 PM at 1453 W Temple St, LA. Because our little ones deserve big love. RSVP at jfuentes@uaii.org

  • Story Tellers: Comic Book Lab

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

    Be the GOAT of your own story with the center's Story Tellers: Comic Book Lab! This event is for ages 10-17 and will take place Tuesday, April 15th from 6pm-7:30pm at their Florin Road location. Art supplies, sketch books, and snacks will be provided. Register: https://forms.office.com/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=jPEe3YBCF0iagem-FplgOOlIvUSTAntGntAHP6ipKmVUNFBLWFE4OVVaQkZKVTRSOVRRSzZUM0FYSy4u&origin=lprLink&route=shorturl

  • Akraah “Eel” Processing

    Somes Bar Somes Bar, California

    The Karuk Education Department, in partnership with the Department of Natural Resources’ Pikyav Food Sovereignty Program, along with Cultural Practitioners and other external agencies, is hosting an Eel Processing event on April 18th-19th at Katimiin (Somes Bar, CA). This event is open to youth ages five and older. Please note that children under twelve can…

  • So Cal Indigenous Culture & Art Festival

    Grape Day Park 321 N Broadway, Escondido, California

    April 19, 2025 at Grape Day Park. 10 AM to 4 PM. A family-friendly festival presented by the City of Escondido and San Pasqual Band! Event Highlights: Inspiring Special Guest Speakers /Hosts, Indigenous Fashion Show, Native Youth Art Contest, Art Exhibits & Food & Beverage Vendors, Live Entertainment & Activities For more information please visit…

  • 49th Annual UC Davis Powwow

    UC Davis, East and West Quad 1 Shields Ave., Davis, CA, United States

    The 49th Annual UC Davis Powwow is happening on Saturday, April 19th, 2025! Join the college for a day of social gathering that provides the campus and local community a space to learn about, engage with, and celebrate the traditions and cultures of Indigenous peoples, and bring visibility to the vibrancy of Native American music, dance,…

  • 31st Annual Ohlone Big Time

    Tony Cerda Park 400 W. Grand Ave., Pomona, CA, United States

    31st Annual Ohlone Big Time. Powwow Gathering. All Dancers and Drums are Welcome. Hosting the longest running intertribal gathering outside of Ohlone Territory. 31 years of bringing culture and community together. Same time every year, last full weekend of the month at Tony Cerda Park in Pomona. Free family fun!! Don’t forget to get some…

  • Weaving Wellness

    Da Gou Rou Louwi' Cultural Center 417 2nd Street, Eureka, California

    Da Gou Rou Louwi' Cultural Center is putting on cultural classes for Wiyot tribal members! 4th Saturday of each month! March - May For more information contact the cultural center at: 707-798-1949

  • Reading with Kinsale Drake

    Sherman Indian High School 9010 Magnolia Ave, Riverside, CA, United States

    Book Drop at Sherman Indian High School in Riverside, CA with a beautiful reading from THE SKY WAS ONCE A DARK BLANKET.

  • MMIP San Diego Summit

    Viegas Casino and Resort 5000 Willows Rd, Alpine, California

    MMIP SAN DIEGO combats human trafficking in local indigenous communities through awareness, education, and countywide law enforcement collaboration. Initiatives include expanding the Acorns to Oaks program for young Indigenous girls, assigning a tribal officer in San Diego Human Trafficking Task Force and providing a Digital Resource Center to confront the crisis of Missing and Murdered Indigenous…

  • Gathering at Kuruvungna

    Kuruvungna Village Springs 1439 South Barrington Avenue, Los Angeles, California

    Save the Date for the tribe's annual May gathering! Join them on Saturday, May 3rd from 10a-2p in honoring and celebrating the past, present, and future of the Kuruvungna Village Springs and Cultural Center. This family-friendly gathering will feature live music, garden tours, art, vendors, food, and workshops. Free tickets – RSVP: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/gathering-at-kuruvungna-tickets-1290439913519?utm-campaign=social&utm-content=attendeeshare&utm-medium=discovery&utm-term=listing&utm-source=cp&aff=ebdsshcopyurl

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