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Native American · Powwow · Milwaukee, Wisconsin

Hunting Moon Pow Wow

October 16-18, 2026 at Baird Center

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About Hunting Moon Pow Wow

A three-day indoor pow wow in downtown Milwaukee hosted by the Forest County Potawatomi Community. Dancers, drummers and singers from across the country compete for cash prizes. Admission is free and open to everyone.

What to expect

A powwow is a gathering of Native American nations and families with drumming, singing and dancing, often including dance competitions, a grand entry, and vendors selling crafts and food. Visitors are usually welcome, and the announcer explains when to stand and when photos are not allowed.

Hunting Moon Pow Wow has included grand entry, singing and drumming and dance competition.

The organizer lists it as free to attend.

The next edition is October 16-18, 2026.

  • Grand entry
  • Singing and drumming
  • Dance competition

Where it happens

Hunting Moon Pow Wow is held at Baird Center in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. It is one of 12 cultural festivals in Wisconsin on this calendar.

Map centered on Milwaukee. The organizer lists Baird Center.Directions

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Questions about Hunting Moon Pow Wow

When is Hunting Moon Pow Wow 2026?
Hunting Moon Pow Wow is October 16-18, 2026, according to the organizer.
Where is Hunting Moon Pow Wow held?
Hunting Moon Pow Wow takes place at Baird Center in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.
Is Hunting Moon Pow Wow free?
Yes. The organizer lists Hunting Moon Pow Wow as free to attend.
What happens at Hunting Moon Pow Wow?
Events have included: grand entry, singing and drumming, dance competition.
Who organizes Hunting Moon Pow Wow?
Hunting Moon Pow Wow is organized by Forest County Potawatomi Community. Their official site is huntingmoonpowwow.com.
What other cultural festivals are near Milwaukee?
The closest others on this calendar are Black Arts Fest MKE in Milwaukee, WI (same city); Juneteenth Milwaukee and Jubilee Parade in Milwaukee, WI (same city); Mexican Fiesta in Milwaukee, WI (same city).

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