Don’t miss the exciting 28th Annual Austin Powwow and American Indian Heritage Festival on November 2, 2024 at the Travis County Expo Center in Austin, Texas. Since 1992, the Austin Powwow has brought exciting dance exhibits and competitions, the Indian Market, Food Court, Heritage Stage, Traditional Native American Dances and Contests, and a welcoming Native American culture to the Austin area.
The 28th Annual Austin Powwow
and American Indian Heritage Festival
The Austin Powwow and American Indian Heritage Festival is truly a unique Austin event. See hundreds of Native American artists, dancers, and singers from across the country and experience a fascinating look into this rich culture.
- Traditional Powwow - Hundreds of dancers from across the country. Dance competitions.
- Heritage Stage - Native artist, dancers and musicians performing.
- Native Market - Shop our large covered market. Native American arts and crafts.
- Food Court - Relax and enjoy traditional Native American foods.
- Texas Parks and Wildlife Interactive Program - Fun for the whole family.
for more information please visit www.austinpowwow.net
Open to the Public – Everyone Welcome!
Powwow Hours: 9:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m.
Admission:
$5.00 Adults (online)
$7.00 Adults (at gate)
Children under 12 FREE
Free Parking
Open to the Public – Everyone Welcome!
Powwow Hours: 9:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m.
Admission:
$5.00 Adults (online)
$7.00 Adults (at gate)
Children under 12 FREE
Free Parking
HEAD STAFF
Master of Ceremonies: To Be Announced
Arena Director: To Be Announced
Head Judge: To Be Announced
Head Man Dancer: To Be Announced
Head Lady Dancer: To Be Announced
Head Gourd Dancer: To Be Announced
Host Southern Drum: To Be Announced
Host Northern Drum: To Be Announced
Color Guard: To Be Announced
Arena Sound: To Be Announced
Austin Powwow Schedule (Tentative)
- 9:00 am Market and Food Court Open – Shopping, Native Arts and Crafts, Native Foods
- 9:00 am to 12:00 noon: Registration
- 10:00 am Heritage Stage Opens – Hoop Dancers, Comanche Hymns, Native Flute & more
- 10:30 am Gourd Dance
- 12:00 noon Grand Entry – Featuring dancers from across the country; intertribal dancing; dance contests
Dance Contests (tentative)
$25,000 Cash Prizes
Golden Age (60+) Men (combined) and Women (combined)
Sr. Adult (50+) Men (combined) and Women (combined)
1st $500 2nd $400 3rd $300 4th $200 5th $100
Adults (17 – 49)
Men’s Traditional, Straight, Chicken, Grass, Fancy
Women’s Buckskin, Cloth, Jingle, Fancy Shawl
1st $500 2nd $400 3rd $300 4th $200 5th $100
Teen (12 – 16)
Boys Traditional, Straight, Grass, Fancy
Girls Buckskin/Cloth, Jingle, Fancy Shawl
1st $100 2nd $80 3rd $60 4th $40 5th $20
Junior (6 – 11)
Boys Traditional/Straight, Grass, Fancy
Girls Buckskin/Cloth, Jingle, Fancy Shawl
1st $50 – 2nd $40 – 3rd $30 – 4th $20 – 5th $10
Tiny Tots (5 yrs and under)
Contest Specials
Womens Jingle Special (18 and older) Sponsored by 2017-18 Princess
$1,000 winner plus jacket; 2 consolations plus jackets
Push Dance Special: Married couples only. Sponsored by Head Man & Head Lady.
Location:
Travis County Expo Center
7311 Decker Lane
Austin, TX 78724
Austin Powwow Indian Market and Food Court Vendors Info
Call 512-371-0628; Email vendors@austinpowwow.net
For More Information: Call 512-371-0628; Email info@austinpowwow.net
Please join us for the 28th Annual Austin Powwow and American Indian Heritage Festival
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