NAIA 45th Annual Indian Education Tennessee Pow Wow 2026
Oct 16, 2026 - Oct 18, 2026 Nashville, TN, United States
About the NAIA 45th Annual Indian Education Tennessee Pow Wow 2026
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Schedule:
Friday, October 16: School Day, 8:00 am–3:00 pm
Free admission for students and seniors.
Saturday, October 17 and Sunday, October 18:
Opening Ceremony at 11:00 am.
Admission:
Adults: $10
Veterans: $5
Seniors: $5
Children ages 6–12: $5
Children under 5: Free
Handicapped: Free
Dance contest registration:
Saturday, October 17, 9:00 am–12:00 pm
$8 fee for dance competition. Cash only. CDIB must be available upon request.
Head Staff:
Master of Ceremonies: Tim Tallchief Jones, Jones, OK
Arena Director: Bill Takeshorse, Colbert, OK
Head Man & Head Lady: Picked per session
Southern Host Drum: Ottertrail, Lead Singer – Al Santos, Apache, OK
Northern Host Drum: Medicine Tail, Lead Singer – Alex Alvarez, Flomaton, AL
Dance Contests:
Senior Adult, ages 18–54
Men: Traditional, Straight, Fancy & Grass
Women: Traditional, Cloth, Fancy & Jingle
Payouts: $700, $500, $300
Golden Age, ages 55+
Men: Categories Combined
Women: Categories Combined
Payouts: $700, $500, $300
Teens, ages 13–17
Boys: Traditional, Straight, Fancy & Grass
Girls: Traditional, Cloth, Fancy & Jingle
Payouts: $300, $200, $100
Junior Boys & Girls, ages 12 and under
Boys: Categories Combined
Girls: Categories Combined
Payouts: $150, $100, $75
Host Hotels:
Econo Lodge Inn & Suites: 615-793-3600
Ramada: 615-793-9100
Quality Inn & Suites: 615-793-9999
All are located off Exit 64 on I-24 East.
Primitive camping is available at the grounds.
No drugs or alcohol are allowed on the premises.
General Information: 615-232-9179; www.naiatn.org
Vendor Contact: Gary Sanson (931) 636-0838
Vendors must pre-register by October 1, 2026 for booth space.
Date: October 16, 2026 - October 18, 2026
Location:
Long Hunter State Park
2910 Hobson Pike, Nashville, TN
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A Pow Wow is a Native American tradition that brings together many different tribes and communities. Pow Wows are cultural celebrations that include dancing, singing, socializing, crafts, arts, and food.
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Submitted by Kelli Gowder on: August 26, 2026