We want everyone to have an enjoyable time at the Gathering of Nations Pow Wow, however before purchasing tickets for the 2024 Gathering of Nations Pow Wow or any events (RV, camping, Miss Indian World, etc.), please understand that all ticket sales are final and no refunds will be issued under any circumstances.

It is your responsibility to acknowledge once you purchase (buy) a ticket for the event(s), and you are unable to attend, unable to sit together as a group, or any and all other issues that you may personally feel deserves a refund, you WILL NOT be refunded.

• Tickets are transferable, they may be gifted or given to another individual/group. To clarify, the Gathering of Nations Limited is stating unequivocally that ALL SALES ARE FINAL! THERE ARE NO REFUNDS.
• Should Gathering of Nations events be cancelled, all ticket holders will receive an e-gift (electronic gift) card voucher good for the next Gathering of Nations Event. NO Cash or Credit will be issued or refunded.
• General Admission Single-Day and Two-Day Tickets/Wristbands grant you access to the Pow Wow Grounds at Expo NM. Your general admission grants access to Stage 49, Food Court, Indian Traders Market, Teepee Village, Horse Parade, and Tingley Coliseum (when access is permitted due to building capacities). VIP Admission grants all of the above, with Reserved Seating & access to Tingley Coliseum when building is at capacity during peak times, in addition to access to the VIP Lounge.
• Please print your e-tickets for Friday or Saturday and head directly to the entry gate.
• Wristbands for 2-Day Admission and VIP Go to Will Call.
• Event Parking fees are charged by Expo NM (hosting venue) and not the Gathering of Nations, Ltd. All Admission (General, Two-Day or VIP) tickets DO NOT include parking.
• This is a rain or shine, Drug and Alcohol-free event.
• Some facilities within the event, like the PowWow grounds (arena) have building capacities for safety reasons.
  • VIP Wristband Admission and GON Dancer/Singer Wristbands WILL have access into Tingley Coliseum (PowWow Grounds/Arena) continuously through their designated Entry should the building fill to capacity.
  • Should building reach capacity temporarily, access will be restricted into the building until the number of people inside reduces. While this is a rare occurrence, rest assured, you will eventually get in.
  • Large Video Screens are located outside the PowWow Grounds and inside some facilities to view the PowWow Dancing and Singing continuously throughout the event.
• If your wristband has been tightened or is damaged, please bring it to the event Box Office – Will Call Window, located near the East entrance Gate 8 at Expo NM. You can get a replacement band, HOWEVER to prevent fraudulent wristband replacement you MUST proof of purchase for online purchases: please bring your ID, and credit card of the original purchaser. If paid cash, bring copy of your receipt of purchase.
• WE WILL NOT REPLACE LOST, STOLEN OR MISPLACED WRISTBANDS OR TICKETS. YOU WILL NEED TO PURCHASE A NEW TICKET
• Do not put on the wristbands yourself! Allow security to assist you so the wristbands are positioned properly. NOTE: IF THERE IS EVIDENCE THAT YOUR WRISTBAND HAS BEEN TAMPERED WITH OR CUT AND TAPED OR ANY OTHER SUSPICIOUS EVIDENCE THAT THE WRISTBAND WAS MISUSED. IT WILL BE CONFISCATED WITH NO REFUND AND POSSIBLE REMOVAL FROM THE EVENT.