September 20, 2024 - September 22, 2024
CSU San Bernardino
5500 University Parkway, San Bernardino, CA, 92407
September 20-22, 2024
San Manuel Pow Wow is a three-day celebration free to the public and features Southern California traditional bird singers and dancers, as well as North American and Canadian dancers and drum singing groups. In addition, there is also vending from artisans representing Indian tribal nations from all across North America and Canada.
Since its beginning in 1996, the San Manuel Pow Wow has remained a celebration of Indigenous cultures and a symbol or Indigenous resiliency–open to all in the spirit of friendship.
During the three-day event, the Pow Wow is a sacred space where people from across Indian Country can share their traditions, spirituality and individual style through sounds, motion and art. Native American dishes–such as crowd-favorite foods like fry bread–as well as a diverse array of authentic Native American traditional crafts and fine art will be available for purchase from vendors.
San Manuel is proud to present more than $250,000 in cash prizes, which will be awarded to contestants competing in the Native American dancing and singing competitions.
We look forward to hosting our Native American relatives: dancers, drum groups, vendors, spectators, and honored guests to celebrate the very best of Indian Country.
SCHEDULE: Remember to bring your lawn chairs & blankets!
Friday, September 20: 5:00pm-Midnight
5:00pm: Blessings of the Grounds
6:00pm: Bird Singing and Dancing
8:00pm: Grand Entry
Midnight: Retreat Colors
Saturday, September 21: 11:00am-Midnight
11:00am: Gourd Dancing
Noon: Bird Singing and Dancing – featuring the Tuolumne Band of Me-Wuk Indians
1:00pm: Grand Entry
6:00pm: Bird Singing and Dancing
8:00pm: Grand Entry
Midnight: Retreat Colors
Sunday, September 22: 11:00am-6:00pm
11:00am: Gourd Dancing
Noon: Bird Singing and Dancing
1:00pm: Grand Entry
6:00pm: Announce Winners & Retreat Colors
Men’s Dance: 6 Winners From Each Men’s Category: 1st-$1,500; 2nd-$1,200; 3rd-$1,000; 4th-$800; 5th-$400; 6th-$200
Golden Age (65+): Northern/Southern, Fancy/Grass
Seniors (50-64) Combined: Northern-Combined, Southern-Combined, Fancy/Grass-Combined
Adult (18-49): Northern Contemporary, Northern Traditional, Chicken Dance, Southern Straight, Grass, Northern Fancy, Southern Fancy
Women’s Dance: 6 Winners From Each Women’s Category: 1st-$1,500; 2nd $1,200; 3rd $1,000; 4th $800; 5th $400; 6th $200
Golden Age (65+): Northern/Southern, Fancy/Jingle
Seniors (50-64): Combined: Northern-Combined, Southern-Combined and Fancy/Jingle-Combined
Adult (18-49): Northern Buckskin, Southern Buckskin, Northern Cloth, Southern Cloth, Jingle, Fancy Shawl
Teen Dance: Winners From Each Teen Category: 1st $500; 2nd $300; 3rd $200; 4th $100
Junior Dance: Winners From Each Junior Category: 1st $250; 2nd $200; 3rd $150; 4th $100
Drum Contest: Over $100,000; Bring your best singers! All styles combined, no separate categories.
1st $20,000
2nd $18,000
3rd $15,000
4th $13,000
5th $12,000
6th $10,000
7th $9,000
8th $8,000
9th $7,000
10th $6,000
11th $5,000
12th $4,000
13th $3,000
14th to 17th $2,000 each
Youth Drum Contest: All styles combined, no separate categories.
1st- $5,000
2nd- $3,000
3rd- $1,000
4th- $500
5th- $500
6th- $250
7th- $250
8th- $250
9th- $250
10th- $250
Cruz Chacon Memorial Sweetheart Special: Practice your couples routine!
1st $10,000
2nd $7,500
3rd $5,000
4th $4,000
5th $3,000
6th $2,000
7th & 8th $1,000
9th & 10th $500
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Date: September 20, 2024 - September 22, 2024
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CSU San Bernardino
5500 University Parkway, San Bernardino, CA, 92407
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5500 University Parkway, San Bernardino, CA, 92407
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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.
Pow Wows listed on our calendar are open to the public!
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Submitted by Kelli Gowder on: October 7, 2024
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Pow Wow Last Update: October 7, 2024
I didn’t see any information about fees for just entering the event. I’m just a visitor and want to see the dancing and support the event. Is it open to the public? Please advise, thanks!
I went to the San Manuel website. This pow wow is open to the public and is free. Here is the link: http://socalpowwow.com/
I hope this helps!
I am wanting to bring my 6 little kids and wondering what day and which event is best to attend as some have a short attention plan.
Children are welcome to Pow Wows! This is a great place for them to see Native American culture alive!
I would recommend you take them to a Pow Wow on a Saturday or Sunday afternoon. Try to time your visit so that you can see the Grand Entry. That is when all the dancers come in to the dance arena. That will definitely capture their attention.
You can learn more here – https://www.powwows.com/pow-wow-101-frequently-asked-questions-native-american-pow-wows/
Is there a wheel chair or scooter we can rent at event?
Hi Alicia! We do not plan the pow wows that are listed on our calendar. You may want to reach out to the pow wow directly. Here is the contact email that we have: socalpowwow.com. Thanks!