Name: 13th Annual Sumter Tribe of Cheraw Indians Pow Wow 2026
Start: 2026-11-14
End: 2026-11-14
Location: Sumter County Museum

November 14, 2026

Join the Sumter Tribe of Cheraw Indians for the 13th Annual Pow Wow on Saturday, November 14, 2026, at the Sumter Museum in Sumter, South Carolina! This special cultural gathering invites the community to come together for a day of Native American culture, dancing, drumming, singing, food, shopping, and family-friendly festivities.

Visitors are invited to experience the beauty and traditions of Native American culture while celebrating community, heritage, and fellowship. Whether you are attending your first pow wow or returning for another year, this event offers an opportunity to enjoy a welcoming atmosphere and learn more about the cultural traditions celebrated by the Sumter Tribe of Cheraw Indians.

Bring your family and friends and plan to spend the day enjoying the festivities, supporting Native vendors, sampling food from food trucks, and taking part in a community celebration filled with music, dancing, and cultural appreciation.

EVENT DETAILS

Event: 13th Annual Sumter Tribe of Cheraw Indians Pow Wow
Date: Saturday, November 14, 2026
Gates Open: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Grand Entry: 12:00 PM sharp
Location: Sumter Museum
Street Address: 122 North Washington Street, Sumter, SC

ADMISSION

Admission prices are as follows:

Children ages 5 and under: FREE
Guests ages 6–64: $5.00 per person
Adults ages 65 and older: FREE

Please plan to arrive early so you have time to enter the event, visit vendors, explore the available food options, and find a comfortable place before the Grand Entry begins at noon.

GRAND ENTRY – 12:00 PM SHARP

Guests are encouraged to arrive before noon to get settled and be ready for the start of the day’s main festivities.

DRUMMERS: BAD BOYZ

Come enjoy the live drumming and the energy it brings to the celebration!

LUCK OF THE DRAW DANCE

The pow wow will also feature a Luck of the Draw Dance.

Entry fee: $5.00
Regalia required

Participants interested in taking part should plan accordingly and wear the required regalia. Please check with the event organizers or the tribe’s official social media pages for any additional rules or participation details.

NATIVE VENDORS AND FOOD TRUCKS

Native vendors: Take time to explore the vendor area, discover items offered by participating vendors, and support Native-owned businesses and artisans.

Food trucks: Food and drinks will be available for purchase, making it easy to enjoy refreshments and a meal while spending the day at the event.

IMPORTANT EVENT POLICIES

Please keep the following event rules in mind when planning your visit:

Pet-free event: The event flyer identifies this as a pet-free gathering. Please make arrangements for pets to remain at home.
Alcohol-free event: Alcohol is not permitted as this is an alcohol-free family event.
No outside coolers or drinks: Outside coolers and drinks are not allowed. Food and drinks will be available for purchase from food trucks and vendors.

Please follow the event organizers’ instructions and check official event updates before attending in case additional policies or details are announced.

LOCATION AND DIRECTIONS

Sumter Museum
122 North Washington Street
Sumter, South Carolina

The event will take place in downtown Sumter. Visitors should use the street address above when planning their route and allow extra time for arrival and parking.

CONTACT INFORMATION AND EVENT UPDATES

For additional details, updates, and announcements, visitors can follow the Sumter Tribe of Cheraw Indians through the following official channels listed on the event flyers:

Website: https://sumtercarawindians.org

Facebook: Sumter Tribe of Cheraw Indians

Instagram: @sumtertribeofcherawnatives

Guests are encouraged to check the tribe’s website and social media pages before the event for the latest announcements and any additional information about vendors, activities, event policies, or schedule changes.

Event Summary

When: Saturday, November 14, 2026
Time: 10:00 AM–5:00 PM
Grand Entry: 12:00 PM sharp
Where: Sumter Museum, 122 North Washington Street, Sumter, SC
Admission: $5 for ages 6–64; free for ages 5 and under and ages 65 and older
Featured drummers: Bad Boyz
Special activity: Luck of the Draw Dance ($5 entry; regalia required)
On-site offerings: Native vendors, food trucks, food, and drinks
Event policies: Pet-free, alcohol-free; no outside coolers or drinks
Website: https://sumtercarawindians.org
Facebook: Sumter Tribe of Cheraw Indians
Instagram: @sumtertribeofcherawnatives