• Tamale Fundraiser by California Mission Indian Tamales

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

    It’s that time of year again!! California Mission Tamles (chicken/pork) $35 dozen Pickup only at Chief Tony Cerda’s House. December 6/7 or 14 Help our tribe get to ceremony in the homeland!!

  • Gabrieleno Native Market

    Siban'gna 203 E Mission Road, San Gabriel, CA, United States

    Join us on Dec 6th for our First Native Market! Please share and we look forward to seeing you there!

  • 23rd Annual UIHS Potawot American Indian Winter Arts & Crafts Fair

    UIHS Potawot Health Village 1600 Weeot Way, Arcata, CA, United States

    23rd Annual UIHS American Indian Winter Arts & Crafts Fair. Saturday December 6, 2025, 10: a.m. - 5:00 p.m., UIHS Potawot Health Village. Please join us at the UIHS Potawot Health Village located at 1600 Weeot Way, off Janes Road in Arcata, CA in celebration of the season and in support of local American Indian…

  • Indigenous Resistance: A Yurok family’s fight to protect their legacy and the Klamath River

    Magic City Books 221 E Archer St,, Tulsa, CA, United States

    NOT TO BE MISSED! @amybowerscordalis in conversation with @sterlinharjo. Free and open to all. Amy Bowers Cordalis is a mother, fisherwoman, attorney, and a member and former General Counsel of the Yurok Tribe—the largest tribe in California. Formerly a staff attorney at the Native American Rights Fund, she is the currently the Co-Founder and Co-Director…

  • Gathering of Makers Yurok Holiday Market

    Redwood Hotel and Casino 171 Klamath Blvd, Klamath, CA, United States

    🎁 Next Friday! Join us for the Holiday Market at the Redwood Hotel Casino, Friday, December 12 from 12–6 p.m. 🎄 Shop local and support small businesses this holiday season. Find unique gifts, handcrafted goods, and more, all in one place! 📍 Redwood Hotel Casino, 171 Klamath Blvd, Klamath 🛍️ Friday, Dec. 12 | 12–6…

  • Archery Toy Drive

    Boys and Girls Club of UAII 250 Glendale Blvd, Los Angeles, CA, United States

    Join us for our final Archery Day on December 13 from 10am to 2pm at the Boys & Girls Club of UAII. Potluck vibes, all ages welcome, and community all around. We’re also gathering toy donations for families in our community. New and unopened toys only if you choose to give. Scan the QR code…

  • LA NDN Flea Market

    The Broad 221 South Grand Avenue, Los Angeles, CA, United States

    Save the date! The LA NDN Flea Market is BACK! ✨🛍️ Apply to have a booth on Saturday, December 13, 2025, for a full day celebrating Indigenous artistry, creativity, and community. Be part of an incredible lineup of Indigenous vendors, organizations, food, and music at @thebroadmuseum. Stay for an evening of comedy and laughter from…

  • BAAITS 2025 Mini-Grant Two Spirit Artist/Cultural Bearer Showcase

    San Francisco LGBT Center 1800 Market Street, San Francisco, CA, United States

    Join us Saturday, December 13th at the SF LGBT Center as we uplift the brilliant offerings of 10 Two-Spirit & IndigeQueer Grantees! From leatherwork to photography, Mayan timekeeping journals, lei making, kink-informed healing, and more! Come witness what community creativity and care can look like in this practice. Free & open to all Light refreshments…

  • Men’s Peon Tournament

    Los Coyotes Indian Reservation 32537 Camino San Ignacio, Warner Springs, CA, United States

    • MEN’S PEON TOURNAMENT • SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 7TH, 2026 • LOCATION: LOS COYOTES CAMPGROUND • BUY IN: $500 A TEAM • CALLING CAPTAINS @ 6:30PM • WINNER TAKE ALL • FUNDRAISER DINNER FOR LC GATHERING 2026 • ALL ARE WELCOME! • THIS IS A DRUG AND ALCOHOL-FREE EVENT • CONTACT: ANTHONY CHAPPAROSA: (951) - 581-7202

  • Holiday Sip & Shop

    California Indian Museum & Cultural Center 5250 Aero Dr., Santa Rosa, CA, United States

    🎄🎁 Holiday Sip & Shop at CIMCC! Thu, Dec 18 | 5–7 PM Native-made gifts • Free gift wrapping • Festive refreshments • Giveaways + raffle! 📩 RSVP ASAP: cimcc.interns@gmail.com

  • Native Karaoke and Open Mic Night

    Intertribal Friendship House 523 International Blvd, Oakland, CA, United States

    Alright IFH Fam! While we’re getting ready for our Wednesday night, the team decided it’s the perfect time to drop some exciting news… We’re hosting our very first Native Karaoke & Open Mic Night! It’s all going down Friday, December 19th from 6PM–8:30PM right here at IFH! Come show off your hidden talent, and if…

  • Art in Nature at Joshua Tree National Park

    Art in Nature at Joshua Tree National Park! Join Friends of the Desert Mountains making art in nature at Joshua Tree National Park. FODM will provide field art kit materials, transportation and lunch. RSVP required, limited spots available. (18+ yrs to register) RSVP to AJohnson@DesertMountains.org

  • Floyd Westerman Exhibit Opening at California Indian Museum and Cultural Center

    California Indian Museum & Cultural Center 5250 Aero Dr., Santa Rosa, CA, United States

    Opening January 5 at CIMCC We are proud to announce the opening of the Floyd Westerman Exhibit, honoring the life and legacy of Floyd “Red Crow” Westerman, musician, actor, activist, and cultural leader. This exhibit features panels on the American Indian Movement and the Redwood Highway Indian Marathon, highlighting powerful moments of Native leadership, endurance,…

    $7
  • Museum Drop in Days at Agua Caliente Cultural Museum

    Agua Caliente Cultural Museum 140 N Indian Canyon Dr, Palm Springs, CA, United States

    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
  • 2026 Pechanga Pow Wow

    Pechanga Resort & Casino 45000 Pechanga Pkwy, Temecula, CA, United States

    The Pechanga Band of Indians are set to host the 2026 Pechanga Pow Wow, January 9-11.

  • Youth Facilitator Training Workshop

    Sacramento Native American Health Center 2020 J Street, Sacramento, CA, United States

    Calling all youth ages 13–17! We’re looking for creative, motivated, and community-minded young people who are ready to step into leadership. Join us for a Youth Facilitator Training Workshop on Saturday, February 7th from 12 PM–4PM! Whether you’re already a youth facilitator or interested in becoming one, this hands-on workshop is your chance to learn…

  • Mata Yuum: Annual Retreat Fundraiser

    Liberty Arising 165 Acre Sanctuary, Boulevard, CA, United States

      we are beyond excited for our annual retreat fundraiser. this weekend encapsulates everything that we are about. please join us as we gather to re-orient and re-establish our relationship with ourselves, our community, and the land. visit our website for more info and to register: thequeersolcollective.org/events to register and/or find out more please visit:…

    $100
  • Discussing Pomo Baskets

    Tomás Rivera Library 900 University Avenue, Riverside, CA, United States

    Join us for an intimate discussion on Pomo basketry! Silver Galleto and Dr. Sherrie Smith-Ferri will explore the art and cultural significance of Pomo baskets.Thursday, January 222:30-3:30 p.m.Tomás Rivera Library, Room 140RSVP: DiscussingPomoBasketsWinter26.eventbrite.comAttendees will have an opportunity to examine the baskets closely and handle select pieces.Presented by UC Riverside Library, NASP, & California Center for…

  • Winter Gathering: Water & Baskets

    Upper Lake, CA

    Don’t miss out on the opportunity to attend the Tribal EcoRestoration Alliance’s Winter Gathering, all about Water and Baskets. Lake County is the home of California’s oldest natural lake, Clear Lake, and some of the best basketweavers in the world. Learn about the deep connection between water, plants, and basketry during this one of a…

  • Caltrout Baduwa’t Estuary Volunteer Day

    Another volunteer day at Lhiwetgut! Join the Rou Dalaguur Food Sov Lab and CalTrout for Native planting in Baduwa't estuary. Find us on Saturday, January 24th from 10am-1pm. The Baduwa't Estuary restoration project, a partnership between CalTrout and the McKinleyville Community Services District (MCSD), transformed former wastewater percolation ponds into vital off-channel salmonid rearing habitat.…

  • Singing the Birds 2026

    Palm Springs High School Gymnasium 2401 East Baristo Road, Palm Springs, United States

    The Agua Caliente Band of Cahuilla Indians hosts the annual Singing the Birds: Bird Song and Dance Festival, where bird singers and dancers from tribes across Southern California and the Southwest gather to celebrate and share with the public the region's abundant Native American heritage. Bird singing and dancing is scheduled throughout the day along…

  • Míyaxem Páxam: California Indian Nations College Mecca-Thermal Campus Site Opening and Traditional Blessing

    California Indian Nations College Mecca-Thermal Campus 61120 Buchanan Street, Thermal, CA, United States

    ✨ 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! 📍…

  • “Refusing Queer Paradise”: Mãhu Pedagogies of Queer Indigenous Re-memory in Hawai’i

    UC Riverside 900 University Ave., Riverside, CA, United States

    1/26/26, 1pm-2pm Interdisciplinary Building, room 1111 Based on close readings of a queer Native Hawaiian 'zine and LGBTQ+ travel writing about Hawai'i, this talk develops the concept of "mãhu pedagogies to argue that while settler homonationalist tourism narratives enact cultural prostitution by figuring Hawai'i as a "queer paradise" absent of Native resurgence, mahu and queer…

  • CIOSC 19: From Transition to Triumph

    Online

    is happening this Thursday from 9am-12pm PST over zoom! We are excited to hear from our speakers across our three presenter sessions as they speak on supporting our community during times of transition, and strengthening one another into new phases of life. CIOSC is open to community members, program staff, clinicians, and beyond! Transitional Age…

  • The Water Remembers: In Conversation with Amy Cordalis

    Online

    We’re delighted to be starting our 2026 programming with: The Water Remembers: In Conversation with Amy Cordalis January 29, 2026, 12:00 – 1:00pm PST Join us for a lively conversation with Amy Bowers Cordalis about her recent work, The Water Remembers: My Indigenous Family’s Fight to Save a River and a Way of Life. Ms.…

  • Walking in Our Moccs: Perspectives from Indigenous Artists – Closing Art Reception

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

    Join Maidu Museum & Historic Site for the closing reception of Walking In Our Moccs: Perspectives from Indigenous Artists. Celebrate the artists and their work one last time with community, conversation, and refreshments. Walking In Our Moccs: Perspectives from Indigenous Artists is a community exhibition curated by Sierra Native Alliance, a non-profit organization dedicated to…

  • 28th Annual Wildhorse Powwow

    El Camino College, North Gym 16007 Crenshaw Blvd., Torrance, CA, United States

    Date: January 31-February 1st 2026 Location: El Camino College, North Gym, Torrance, CA Vendors cost: $300 for 2 days Event Contact Information: Telephone: Website: https://www.wildhorsesingers.com/wildhorse-pow-wow Email: wildhorsesingers@yahoo.com

  • Missing and Murdered Indigenous People Tribal Policy Summit

    Hard Rock Hotel and Casino 3317 Forty Mile Road, Wheatland, CA, United States

    The Yurok Tribe is proud to announce the 4th Annual Missing and Murdered Indigenous People ("MMIP") Summit is scheduled for February 3rd-4th, 2026 and would like to invite all Indigenous People and our allies to participate. For information and updates visit https://www.yuroktribe.org/

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