6th Annual Honoring Our Veterans Pow Wow 2026

Join us for the 6th Annual Honoring Our Veterans Pow Wow on Saturday, November 14, 2026, in Springfield, Missouri! This special event honors our veterans and celebrates Native American culture, traditions, dance, and community. Everyone is welcome to attend this day of honoring, fellowship, and intertribal dancing.

Event Details

• Date: Saturday, November 14, 2026
• Time: 1:00 PM – 10:00 PM
• Admission: Free
• Location: Greenwood Laboratory School at Missouri State University
• Address: 1024 E. Harrison Street, Springfield, MO
• Entrance: Please use the Bear Boulevard entrance.

Pow Wow Schedule

1:00 PM – 2:00 PM: Gourd Dance
2:00 PM: Grand Entry
2:00 PM – 5:00 PM: Intertribals
5:00 PM – 6:00 PM: Dinner Break
6:00 PM – 7:00 PM: Gourd Dance
7:00 PM: Grand Entry
7:00 PM – 10:00 PM: Intertribals

Head Staff:

• Host Drum: Drowning Creek, Kevin Leroy
• Head Man: Ed Smith
• Head Lady: Julia Wolf
• Head Gourd Dancer: Robert Daniel Bronaugh
• Arena Director: Kyle Tate
• Master of Ceremonies: William Branson
• 2025–2026 AICS Princess: Brailynn Blevins

AICS Princess Contest: Held during the afternoon session following Grand Entry. Come out and support the participants as part of this special community gathering.

Visitors will have the opportunity to shop with Native vendors offering items for sale. Concessions will also be available, so attendees can purchase food during the event.

Important Event Information:

• Admission is free, and everyone is welcome.
• Native vendors will be present.
• Concessions will be available for purchase.
• No drugs, alcohol, or weapons are permitted.
• Event organizers are not responsible for accidents or lost or stolen items.

Location and Directions:

Greenwood Laboratory School at Missouri State University
1024 E. Harrison Street
Springfield, Missouri

Please use the Bear Boulevard entrance to access the event.

Contact Information:

Phone: 417-880-1570
Email: info@aicspringfield.org

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