Join the Moapa community for the 2nd Annual Moapa River Social Pow Wow on Friday, November 6, and Saturday, November 7, 2026, at Veteran’s Park in Moapa, Nevada! This free, public event will bring together dancers, drum groups, families, and visitors for a weekend celebrating Native American culture, music, dancing, and community.

Hosted by the Moapa community, this two-day gathering will feature grand entries, gourd dancing, handgame tournaments, horseshoe competitions, a drum contest, special dance competitions, and live entertainment featuring Supaman, an MTV Video Music Award winner and Native American music award winner.

Everyone is welcome to attend and experience the energy, traditions, and community spirit of this special event!

EVENT DETAILS

Event: 2nd Annual Moapa River Social Powwow
Dates: Friday, November 6 – Saturday, November 7, 2026
Location: Veteran’s Park
Address: I-15, Exit 75 – Valley of Fire, Moapa, NV 89025
Admission: Free and open to the public
Host Community: Moapa River Indian Reservation / Moapa community

Important: No drugs or alcohol are allowed at this event.

FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 6, 2026 – EVENT SCHEDULE

• 4:00 PM: Dancer registration opens
• 6:00 PM: Gourd dancing
• 7:00 PM: Grand Entry

Friday will also feature the Horseshoe Doubles Tournament, with prize amounts of $1,000 and $2,000, as well as the Handgame Bonehog, where the winner takes the pot.

SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 7, 2026 – EVENT SCHEDULE

• 11:00 AM: Dancer registration opens
• 11:00 AM–1:30 PM: Handgame registration opens
• 12:00 PM: Gourd dancing
• 1:00 PM: Grand Entry
• 5:00–7:00 PM: Dinner break, Supaman, and Bird Singers
• 7:00 PM: Grand Entry

Saturday will feature Horseshoe Singles Tournament, with prize amounts of $500 and $,000, as well as the Handgame Tournament $5,000

SPECIAL GUEST ENTERTAINMENT: SUPAMAN

The event will feature Supaman, an award-winning Native American artist recognized for his music and performances. A recipient of an MTV Video Music Award and a Native American music award, Supaman brings together contemporary music, cultural identity, and Indigenous traditions.

Head Staff:

Host Drums

Southern Host: Red Thunder – Anadarko, Oklahoma
Northern Host: Warhorse – Tama, Iowa

Head Man: Nino Alvarez – Las Vegas, Nevada
Head Woman: EchoMarie Jake – Moapa, Nevada
Emcee: Tyson Eaglevoice Shay – Fort Hall, Idaho
Arena Director: Afrem Wall – Whiterocks, Utah
Head Gourd Singer: Reginald Akeen – Anadarko, Oklahoma

Specials & Prizes:

Drum Contest: $1,000-$3,000

Men’s Traditional Special: $200-$500

Handgame Tournament: $5,000

Horseshoe Tournaments: $500-$2,000

Switch Dance Special: $500

Headwoman’s Veteran Honor Song

VENDORS & EVENT INFORMATION:

Interested in vending at the 2nd Annual Moapa River Social Powwow? For vendor information, contact:

Dakotah
Phone: 970-697-7089

See flyer for QR code with additional information, including the schedule and vendor details. Attendees and prospective vendors are encouraged to use the QR code on the original flyer for further information.

LOCATION & DIRECTIONS:

Veteran’s Park
Moapa, Nevada 89025
Interstate 15, Exit 75 – Valley of Fire

The event is located in the Moapa area of southern Nevada. Visitors should follow Interstate 15 to Exit 75 and look for directions to Veteran’s Park and the powwow grounds.

Please plan ahead for travel, parking, and outdoor conditions.