2019 Hunting Moon Pow Wow in Downtown Milwaukee
Join us for the 15th Annual Hunting Moon Pow Wow Celebration on October 18-20, 2019 at the Wisconsin Center in downtown Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Hunting Moon Pow Wow is three days of excitement, bringing together a host of Native American cultures for a celebration of singing, drumming and dancing in the heart of downtown Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Long a part of Native culture, the pow wow is an important social gathering; it’s a chance for Native people to connect with one another, connect with their vibrant history and traditions, and to connect with non-Native people through the power, beauty and pageantry of the event.
Hunting Moon Pow Wow in Downtown Milwaukee
For over a decade, Hunting Moon Pow Wow has called Milwaukee home. Each year, dancers, drummers and singers gather from across the country to not only socialize, but compete for huge cash prizes—this year totaling over $100,000! Experience the splendor for yourself—Hunting Moon Pow Wow is a celebration not to be missed. Admission is free and open to everyone!
Spectators can enjoy a variety of vendors with Native American arts and crafts. There is plenty to check out at this one-of-a-kind event. From Native American arts and crafts to a variety of traditional foods, there is plenty to check out at this one-of-a-kind event.
Free Admission – Public Welcome
Over $100,000 in Dance & Drumming Contest Money
Photo ID required for registration and Social Security number required for prize payouts of $600+.
Hunting Moon Pow Wow Schedule & Hours:
Friday
Doors Open at 3:00 p.m.
Grand Entry at 7:00 p.m.
Saturday
Doors Open at 10:00 a.m.
Grand Entry at 1:00 p.m. & 7:00 p.m.
Sunday
Doors Open at 10:00 a.m.
Grand Entry at Noon
Hunting Moon Pow wow Head Staff
Host Drum: To Be Announced
Youth Host Drum: To Be Announced
Master of Ceremonies: To Be Announced
Arena Director: To Be Announced
Head Dance Judge: To Be Announced
Head Drum Judge: To Be Announced
Head Dancers chosen daily.
Hunting Moon Pow Wow Mini Gallery
$1,300 $800 $700 $500 $300
SENIOR MEN & WOMEN (ages 35–54)
Traditional, Jingle, Grass, Fancy
$1,400 $900 $700 $500 $300
ADULT MEN & WOMEN (ages 18–34)
Traditional, Jingle, Grass, Fancy
$1,400 $900 $700 $500 $300
TEEN BOYS & GIRLS (ages 13–17)
Traditional, Jingle, Grass, Fancy
$400 $300 $200 $150 $100
JR. BOYS & GIRLS (ages 6–12)
Traditional, Jingle, Grass, Fancy
$350 $200 $150 $100 $50
“OLD TIME” WOMEN’S SCRUB (ages 18 and older)
$1,400 $900 $700 $500 $300
MEN’S WOODLAND STYLE (ages 18 and older)
$1,400 $900 $700 $500 $300
TINY TOTS
5 and under (must be in regalia)
MEN’S TRADITIONAL, GRASS & FANCY / WOMEN’S TRADITIONAL, JINGLE & FANCY
Golden Age 55+ (combined), Senior Adult (35–54), Adult (18–34), Teens (13–17) and Jr. Boys (6–12)
“OLD TIME” WOMEN’S SCRUB
Ages 18 and older
MEN’S WOODLAND STYLE
Ages 18 and older
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* Dancer registration will be open 4–7 p.m. on Friday and 11 a.m.–Noon on Saturday at the Wisconsin Center.
* The deadline for dancers to participate in the Dance Competition is 1 p.m. on Celebration Saturday.
* Judges will be selected by the Head Judge.
* Points awarded will be based on a point system designed by the Head Judge.
* Points will be awarded starting with the 6 p.m. Grand Entry on Celebration Friday.
* Dancers are allowed to enter in only one category (exceptions for dance specials) and will not be allowed to switch categories.
* All Dancers competing must be in full regalia and dressed appropriately for the category in which they will compete.
* Dancers competing for their category will be issued a number that must be worn and visible to those recording numbers in order to receive points.
* Should any part of your regalia disassemble during your contest, points will be deducted.
* Points will be deducted from a Dancer if he or she is seen leaving the arena before flags are posted or if the Dancer is observed holding up the Grand Entry procession.
* Any Dancer suspected of consuming alcohol or drugs and acting inappropriately will be disqualified.
Competitors providing incorrect Social Security numbers or registration information will be disqualified from the contest and their numbers will be retrieved.
CELEBRATION ETIQUETTE
* No disorderly conduct or disrespect directed at Celebration Committee Members, Judges or other guests will be tolerated.
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ADULT DRUM PRIZES (ages 13 and older)
$13,000 $10,000 $5,000 $4,000 $3,000
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* For Drum registration information, contact Digwageehns Fox at 414-847-8404 or at DFox@paysbig.com.
* Drum registration is Friday from 4–6 p.m. and Saturday, October 21 from 11 a.m.–Noon at the Wisconsin Center.
* Head Singers must register their Drum Group to be eligible for a prize payout.
* Lead Singers for each Drum Group must be at least 18 years old and present a valid state-issued photo ID at the time of registration.
* Youth Drum mentors must be at least 18 years old and present a valid state-issued photo ID at the time of registration.
* Registered Drum Groups must have a minimum of five (5) singers present at all times.
All registered singers 18 and older must fill out an IRS form W-9 if they live in the US or IRS Form W8BEN if they live in Canada.
* Drum Groups must set up at their assigned location each session. Locations are assigned at the time of registration.
* Social Security numbers are required for all prize payouts of $600 or more.
* Social Security numbers will be verified on-site. Invalid Social Security numbers will result in disqualification.
* Absolutely NO drum hopping or substituting singers for any intertribals or contests. Violations will result in deduction of points for that session.
* Keep your area clean at all times. Judging will include the cleanliness of your drum area.
* No Drum Singer shall participate while under the influence of drugs or alcohol; this will result in disqualification for that session. Arena house rules will be enforced.
* Drum Groups/Artists wanting to sell CDs at the Hunting Moon Pow Wow must receive approval from the committee prior to the celebration.
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Location
Wisconsin Center
400 W. Kilbourn Avenue
Milwaukee, WI 53203
For More Information:
Call the Celebration Hotline at 414-847-7320 or 800-PAYSBIG ext. 7320.
Mark your calendar today so you don’t miss the next Hunting Moon Pow Wow Celebration in October at the Wisconsin Center in downtown Milwaukee, Wisconsin.
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