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2022 Special Contests

NOTE: Special times may vary based on schedule adjustments. Please listen for announcements during the PowWow from the Announcers (MCs) for updates.

DAILY Specials (Friday & Saturday)

  • MEN’S NORTHERN TRADITIONAL – Legacy of GON. Honoring the Legacy of GON & Mathews Family sponsored by Talon White Eye – FRIDAY & SATURDAY NIGHT
    • 5 cash prizes with 5 consoliation winners
      • 1st place – $2000
      • 2nd place – $1500
      • 3rd place – $1000
      • 4th place – $ 800
      • 5th place – $600
      • 5 consolation prizes.
  • HORSE REGALIA PARADE and COMPETITION to be held daily on Main Street on the PowWow Grounds, 4:00PM Friday & Saturday. More information, Click here.
    • 1st place winner will receive $1,000
    • 3 total places in both Men’s and Women’s Categories (All Ages)
    • First 25 registered contestants will receive Horse Swag Bags, registration began November 1, 2021.

FRIDAY, April 22nd, 2022 Specials:

Friday Afternoon:
  • WOMEN’S APPLIQUE DANCE – 15+ Years Old will be held Friday Afternoon
Friday Evening:
  • WOMEN’S SOUTHERN BUCKSKIN TEAM DANCE– 15+ Years Old with and must be a 3 person team.

SATURDAY, April 23rd, 2022 Specials:

Saturday Afternoon
  • JUNIOR ADULT FANCY DANCE – Ages 15-30 Years of age,. Separate Registration, please listen out for MCs (Announcers) day of event for more info.
  • HAND DRUM SPECIAL – By Fawn & Dallas & the Virtual Round Dance. 3 person groups with 3 places with prizes:
    • 1st place: $1500, Jacket, Drum and Trophy
    • 2nd place: $1000, Jacket, Sticks and Trophy
    • 3rd place $500, Jacket and Trophy