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Native American · Powwow · Minneapolis, Minnesota

Indigenous Peoples Day Powwow

2026 dates not announced yet · usually October

About Indigenous Peoples Day Powwow

An annual powwow held on Indigenous Peoples Day at the Minneapolis American Indian Center on Franklin Avenue, with a community feast followed by grand entry and dancing.

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.

Indigenous Peoples Day Powwow has included community feast, grand entry, powwow dancing and drum groups.

The organizer lists it as free to attend.

The organizer has not announced dates for 2026 yet. In 2025 it was held October 13, 2025.

  • Community feast
  • Grand entry
  • Powwow dancing
  • Drum groups

Where it happens

Indigenous Peoples Day Powwow is held at Minneapolis American Indian Center in Minneapolis, Minnesota. It is one of 8 cultural festivals in Minnesota on this calendar.

Map centered on Minneapolis. The organizer lists Minneapolis American Indian Center.Directions

Questions about Indigenous Peoples Day Powwow

When is Indigenous Peoples Day Powwow 2026?
The organizer has not announced 2026 dates yet. In 2025 it was held October 13, 2025.
Where is Indigenous Peoples Day Powwow held?
Indigenous Peoples Day Powwow takes place at Minneapolis American Indian Center in Minneapolis, Minnesota.
Is Indigenous Peoples Day Powwow free?
Yes. The organizer lists Indigenous Peoples Day Powwow as free to attend.
What happens at Indigenous Peoples Day Powwow?
Events have included: community feast, grand entry, powwow dancing, drum groups.
Who organizes Indigenous Peoples Day Powwow?
Indigenous Peoples Day Powwow is organized by Minneapolis American Indian Center. Their official site is maicnet.org.
What other cultural festivals are near Minneapolis?
The closest others on this calendar are DisabiliTease Festival in Minneapolis, MN (same city); Festival de las Calaveras in Minneapolis, MN (same city); Mother's Day Powwow at Little Earth in Minneapolis, MN (same city).

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