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PowWow Event Info

Event Schedule: (Details added periodically throughout the coming months)
Friday & Saturday, April 24–25th – Gathering of Nations PowWow, Indian Traders Market, Stage 49, and Horse Parade.
– Gates Open: 10:00 AM and PowWow ends 11:30 PM each night
– Friday Grand Entry of Dancers: 12:00 PM and 7:00 PM
– Saturday Grand Entry of Dancers: 12:00 PM and 6:00 PM
Performances: Tingley Coliseum – singing and dancing. Stage 49 – live music and headline acts nightly.
NOTE: Schedule is subject to change, visit www.gatheringofnations.com for schedule

Venue & Parking:  PLEASE GIVE YOURSELF TIME FOR HEAVY TRAFFIC 
Location: Expo NM State Fairgrounds – Tingley Coliseum

Albuquerque, NM 87108. NO PARKING AT GATE 3!
– Enter through Gate 8 (Louisiana Blvd, between Lomas and Central)
– Oversized vehicles (high rises, buses) please use Gate 1 (Central Ave, between Louisiana and San Pedro)
– Parking Fees are charged by Expo NM and not the Gathering of Nations Ltd.

Security & Event Entry:
– All guests are subject to security screening and bag checks.
– No weapons, firearms, drugs, or alcohol are permitted.
– For safety, please plan to arrive early—traffic and entry lines are very heavy both days.

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STAGE 49

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Miss Indian World

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