15th Annual BAAITS Two-Spirit Powwow
Save the date - 15th Annual BAAITS Two-Spirit Powwow is scheduled for Saturday, Feb 14, 2026 at Fort Mason Festival Pavilion in San Francisco. Photos by Hewitt Visuals Photos.
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Gathering Under The Stars
This free community event brings together Native and non-Native families for an evening of music, dance, art, and traditional cuisine—honoring the creativity, resilience, and heritage of Southern California’s tribal communities. This year’s Gathering will feature a fashion show by designer Keeli Littleleaf (Confederated Tribes of Warm Springs), founder of AYAYAT; special appearances and performances by…
Action Alert: Speak up for Smith River
The North Coast Regional Water Quality Control Board is holding a public workshop on a proposed permit that would regulate pollution from commercial lily bulb operations in the Smith River estuary. February 18, 2026 | 4:00pm Attend in person at: Elk Valley Rancheria Sam Lopez Community Room, 2332 Howland Hill Road, Crescent City, CA 95531…
Sacred Path Orange County Community Powwow
We are excited to announce our upcoming Pow Wow in Orange County!!! Save the date for February 21, 2026!!! Location will be at Magnolia High School Gymnasium! Contact our email at powwow@sacredpath.org
3rd Annual Round Dance in the Bay
Round Dance in the Bay is Back! Pull up, bring your people and jam to some beautiful songs. This is a time to laugh and dance with family and friends and just be in community. All are welcome! Saturday February 21, 2026Mission High School 3750 18th Street, San FranciscoDoors open at 5pm. Get there early to…
Special Program: MAATHAAW: The Fire Within Us – Screening, Panel, & Workshop
Join the Fowler for a special screening and conversation centered on MAATHAAW: The Fire Within Us, an Indigenous-led documentary exploring the cultural, emotional, and scientific relationships Southern California Tribes have with the gift of fire. Featured in the exhibition Fire Kinship: Southern California Native Ecology & Art, the film highlights the enduring resilience of Indigenous…
A Discussion on Cultural Sovereignty with Morongo Elders Ernest Siva and Mary Ann Andreas
Learn about Morongo’s history during a Discussion on Cultural Sovereignty this Friday from 3-5pm at the Dorothy Ramon Learning Center.
Southwestern College 3rd Annual Powwow
Native and Indigenous Research Symposium
The Intertribal Resource Center invites you to attend the Native American and Indigenous Research Symposium, highlighting undergraduate and graduate student research centering Native and Indigenous perspectives on knowledge and community. 🗓 March 2, 2026 ⏰ 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM 📍 The Forum, Price Center East, Level 4 Celebrate the incredible work of Native and…
Drop-in Days at Agua Caliente Cultural Museum
Museum admission is $10 for adults 18+. Museum admission is $5 for: Children 6-17 Seniors 65+ Students with valid student ID Museum admission is free for: Children under 6 Enrolled Agua Caliente tribal members Tribal member guests Museum passholders with their guests
$10
Richard M. Milanovich Legacy Hike and 5K Run
The Richard M. Milanovich Legacy Hike and 5K Run returns to the Indian Canyons on March 7, 2026. Celebrate community, honor tradition, and support the Richard M. Milanovich Educational Fellowship. Registration coming soon!
Community Health Festival: Honoring Health, Strengthening Community, Supporting Well-being
Sacred Path Indigenous Wellness Center is excited to be partnering with the Los Angeles American Indian Health Centers for this special event!!! Come and join us for blessing ceremony for the new health center in Pomona and enjoy the health fair! YOU ARE INVITED Join in for a free Community Wellness & Health Fair…
Lost Foods Nursery Volunteer Day
Interested in supporting small business and working with Native plants? Join the Rou Dalagurr Food Sov Lab and @lostfoodsnativeplantnursery for a volunteer day on Saturday, March 7th from 2-5pm. Sign up using the QR code or check out this link.
A Conversation on Native Movement Building, Activism, and Public Art
✨Join California Native Vote Project and The Chapter House in partnership with the Social Public Art Resource Center and Jeffrey Deitch Gallery for an evening of art, movement history and Native power. 🪶🎨 At this event there will be a FREE panel discussion on Thursday, March 19 from 6:00 pm-8:00pm that highlights the American Indian…
2026 Native & Indigenous Research & Arts Symposium at SDSU
We are building something special, and we can’t wait to share it with you. The 2026 Native & Indigenous Research & Arts Symposium is coming March 12–13 at the Parma Payne Goodall Alumni Center, and whether you want to present, perform, or attend, there is a place for you at NIRAS. More details coming soon.…
CSU Long Beach 53rd Annual Powwow
Date: March 14 - 15, 2026 NEW LOCATION: INTRAMURAL RUGBY AND SOCCER FIELDS Presented by the American Indian Studies Program, American Indian Student Council, American Indian Student Services, Division of Student Affairs, Student Life and Development, and Associated Students, Inc. California State University, Long Beach’s annual Pow Wow at Puvungna, an American Indian social…
Indigenous Red Market
Indigenous Red Market is back on Sunday, March 15, 2026!!! Mark your calendars to come enjoy the market and see performances from Levi Platero, Savelle Tha Native, James & Ernie Comedy, and more!
San Jose State Martin Luther King Jr. Library hosts Terria Smith
In partnership with the Native American and Indigenous Studies Program (NAIS), the San Jose State Martin Luther King Jr. Library will welcome author Terria Smith, a tribal member of the Torres Martinez Desert Cahuilla Indians. She will discuss her upcoming book "I Love You So Many," her work as an Indigenous author, and the experiences…
American Indian Cultural District Sixth Anniversary & State Recognition Celebration
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…
Bytes and Bites: Digital Cookbook Workshop
Design a cookbook with your own family/cultural recipes or even recipes from the internet you've been wanting to try! Note: Please submit one registration form for each youth that will be attending. The program's activities will start promptly at 4:00pm. Doors will close at 4:30pm. We appreciate your punctuality. Ages: 10-17 Thursday, March 19th, 2026 Time:…
The People’s Home Film Screening & Discussion
Join UAII and College of the Canyons for a powerful afternoon of film, reflection, and real conversation rooted in the story of Native presence in Los Angeles. UAII is partnering with the College of the Canyons community to create space that honors the long-standing history, resilience, and strength of Native peoples in the LA area.…
Bioneers 2026 Conference
Registration Costs Vary; See website for details
25th Annual Chumash Day
✨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,…
American Indian and Indigenous Education Summit
Culturally Responsive Instructions in Post-Secondary Institutions Transcending Education Systems This one-day summit plans to include different discussions, breakout sessions and plenary lectures on resources to help Native and Indigenous students and their communities.
American Indian Cultural District Sixth Anniversary and State Recognition Celebration
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…
Modesto Junior College Powwow
Save the date for MJC's Inter Tribal, Honoring our Ancestors Powwow 2026, hosted by the SIERRA Program. This years theme is "Tradition is Our Medicine; Knowledge is Our Fire" for this Spring's event and will be held on Saturday, March 28th, 2026, 10 am - 6 pm on the MJC East Campus Quad. This meaningful…
Fowler Films: Yáamay: An Ode to Blooming
Yáamay: An Ode to Blooming is a lyrical short film centering the voices and experiences of contemporary California Indigenous women. Built on original poetry, the film unfolds as an intimate journey through identity, memory, and the enduring legacies of California’s Native communities. Through a dynamic montage of modern footage, archival material, and animatic sequences, Yáamay…
Eme Ka Uko: To All My Relations Opening Reception & Cultural Presentation
Eme Ka Uko: To All My Relations The Costanoan Rumsen Carmel Tribe invites you to special exhibition of Monterey’s First Peoples. Featuring local partnerships and deep relationship to the landscape of Monterey Bay. Opening Reception & Cultural Presentation at Monterey History and Art Association Museum at the Stanton Center March 28, 2026 6pm-8pm rsvp by…
Community Feed
In partnership with the RSBCIHI Native Challenge Department and their Rooted Relatives initiative, Temalpakh Farm will be hosting a Community Feed 🫂 This is an event free and open to the public, aiming to connect communities with native food practices, traditions, and gardening 🌱 Temalpakh produce will be incorporated, there will be activities like leather…
Drop-in Days at Agua Caliente Cultural Museum
Museum admission is $10 for adults 18+ Museum admission is $5 for: Children 6-17 Seniors 65+ Students with valid student ID Museum admission is free for: Agua Caliente Tribal members and guests of tribal members Children under 6 Museum pass holders and guests of museum pass holders
$10
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