2019 Ohlone Big Time Gathering and Powwow
All are welcome at the 27th Annual Ohlone Big Time Gathering and Powwow on April 26-28, 2019 at the Tony Cerda Park in Pomona, California. The Ohlone Big Time Gathering is the Ohlone’s annual powwow as California Indians had Gatherings instead of Powwows historically. Hosted by the Costanoan Rumsen Carmel Tribe, the three-day event usually held on the last weekend in April that annually draws an average of 2,000 people and tribal representatives from both East Coast and West Coast tribes. It is a chance to make connections, meet family and friends, and most importantly, to show the local community that the Ohlone are still here.
Ohlone Big Time Gathering and Powwow
Join us at the Ohlone Big Time Gathering and Powwow as we celebrate our culture with dancing, food, cultural displays and ceremonies. The event also includes vendor crafts and food booths. Drummers, dancers and the public are encouraged to come out and participate in the festivities taking place at the Tony Cerda Park in Pomona. The Ohlone Big Time Gathering and Powwow is a family friendly, free event, so bring everyone and your friends. Seating is limited so bring your own folding chairs. Drugs and alcohol are strictly prohibited.
Public Welcome – Free Admission
Hours:
Friday 6:00 P.M. – 10:00 P.M.
Saturday 11:00 A.M. – 10:00 P.M.
Sunday 10:00 A.M. to Dusk
Location
Tony Cerda Park
400 West Grand Avenue
Pomona, CA 91766
Pow Wow Head Staff
Host Drum: White Cloud
Master of Ceremonies: Coy Mclemor, Oklahoma
Arena Director: Dean Webster, Ojibwe & Oneida
Headman Dancer: Leigh Yazzie, Dine
Headwoman Dancer: Aurora Marjorie Toledo, Big Pine Paiute
Headboy Dancer: Honor Calderon, Tongwa/Chumash
Headgirl Dancer: Andrea Montel, Tejon Indian Tribe
Spiritual Advisor: Robertjohn Knapp, Iroquois/Ohlone
For More Information:
Exhibitors: Pete Whitehorse (760)953-7010
Pow Wow Info: Tribal Office (909)623-7889; Email rumsen@aol.com
Mark your calendar today so you don’t miss the next Ohlone Big Time Gathering and Powwow on the last weekend of April at the Tony Cerda Park in Pomona, California.
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