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