October 16-18, 2026
This three-day celebration will feature traditional Native American dancing, drumming, arts and crafts, food vendors, and more than $60,000 in cash prizes.
Grand Entry:
Friday, October 16 – 7:00 pm
Saturday, October 17 – 1:00 pm & 7:00 pm
Sunday, October 18 – 1:00 pm
Free public event
Open to all ages
DANCE CATEGORIES
Tiny Tots & Under – Paid per session
Jr Boys & Jr Girls – 7–12 years
Teen Boys & Teen Girls – 13–17 years
Jr Women’s & Men’s – 18–39 years
Sr Women’s & Men’s – 40+
Golden Age Women & Men – 60+
Combined categories
SPECIAL CONTESTS & PAYOUTS
Men’s 18+ Chicken Special
1st Place – $1,500 jacket
2nd Place – $1,000 jacket
3rd Place – $500 jacket
2 Consolations – $200
Women’s “Show Your Style” Spotlight Special
1st Place – $1,000 jacket + star quilt, trophy & other gifts
2nd Place – $600 sweater, blanket & other gifts
3rd Place – $400 sweater, blanket & other gifts
4th Place – $200 sweater, blanket & other gifts
Drum Payouts
1st – $10,000
2nd – $6,000
3rd – $4,000
4th – $2,000
5th – $1,000
No day pay & non-contest
Clearwater River Casino Special
Women’s Single Traditional 18+
1st – $2,000 + Pendleton blanket
2nd – $1,000 + Pendleton blanket
3rd – $500 + Pendleton blanket
There will also be arts & crafts vendors, food vendors, and a variety of special activities throughout the weekend.
LOCATION & CONTACT
Clearwater River Casino & Lodge
17500 W. Nez Perce Road
Lewiston, ID 83501
Phone: 208-746-0723
Website: www.crcasino.com
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Date: October 16, 2026 - October 18, 2026
Location: Clearwater River Casino, 17500 Nez Perce Road, Lewiston, ID
Organizer:
Contact: Clearwater River Casino
Phone: (208) 746-0723
Email:
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