2019 United Tribes Powwow
All are welcome at the 50th Annual United Tribes Powwow on September 6-8, 2019 at the Lone Star Arena at United Tribes Technical College in Bismarck, North Dakota. It has become one of the premier cultural events of North Dakota, receiving numerous awards over the years. Fifteen hundred dancers and drummers representing more than 70 tribes draw more than 20,000 spectators to the this must-see event! Cash and jackets awarded to dance and drum contest first place winners.
United Tribes Powwow
The United Tribes Technical College International Powwow is held every second weekend in September. This is a contest powwow, where dancers and singers compete for prize money. Judges selected by the powwow committee will evaluate a dancer’s performance based on knowledge and skill of their category; keeping time with the drum; and regalia. The UTTC International Powwow is one of the last large outdoor events on the northern Great Plains powwow circuit. For that reason, this annual event is known as the Home of the Champions.
United Tribes Powwow Grand Entry & Feed Times
Friday:
Registration: 8 a.m. – 10 a.m. Points Start Friday 1 p.m.; No Parade Points
Grand Entry: 1 p.m. & 7 p.m.
Saturday:
Grand Entry: 1 p.m. & 7 p.m.
Free BBQ Feed: 4:30 p.m.
Sunday:
Grand Entry 1 p.m.
Free Buffalo Feed: 4:00 p.m.
Admission
One Day $15
3-Day/Weekend: $20
65 & Older: FREE
5 & Under: FREE
United Tribes Powwow Mini-Gallery
Hours:
Thursday 7:00 pm – 12:00 am
Friday 1:00 pm – 12:00 am
Saturday 1:00 pm – 12:00 am
Sunday 1:00 pm – 10:30 pm
United Tribes Powwow Head Staff
Emcee: To Be Announced
Arena Director: To Be Announced
Head Woman Judge: To Be Announced
Head Man Judge: To Be Announced
Head Singing Judge: To Be Announced
Location
Lonestar Arena at UTTC Campus
All Nations Circle
Bismarck, ND 58504
701-255-3285
For More Informaton:
Powwow: Katt Chapin: 701.421.8545; Francine McDonald: 701.390.3324
Vendor Info: Dan Henry: 701.221.1708
Youth Day: Merle Botone: 701.220.0030
Golf Tournament: Anothony Bauer: 701.793.7744
Basketball Tournament: Pete Conway: 701.221.1362; Devin Wertman: 701.221.1863
Softball Tournament: Melvin Miner: 701.934.0020
Singing Contest (no day drum money)
All drums registered will be in contest.
$10000 $8000 $6000 $4000 $2000 +Consolation Prizes
Dance Contests
Battle Royale
Traditional/Fancy/Grass/Jingle/Chicken
$400 $300 $200 $100
Generation Teen Dance
Grandparent/Child/Grandchild
$800 $600 $400 $200
Veteran’s Special
Recognizing All Service Men & Women
Men’s Fancy Dance Special
$2000 $1000 $500
Golden Age Combined (55+)
Jr Adult (18-35)
Sr Adult (36-54)
Traditional, Grass, Fancy, Jingle
$1200* $800 $600 $400
Teen Categories (13-17)
Traditional, Grass, Fancy, Jingle
$500* $400 $300 $200
Junior Categories (6-12)
Traditional, Grass, Fancy, Jingle
$300* $250 $200 $150
* Champions will also receive jackets
Camping space is available at UTTC free of charge.
Look at what’s going on during United Tribes Powwow Week!
Besides the United Tribes Powwow on Friday-Sunday, there are a lot of other great activities of all sorts going on: Vendor Fair, Youth Day, Softball Tournament, Golf Tournament, Kid’s Fun Run and 5k and 10k runs, Parade of Champions and the Buffalo Feed. Click the ‘+’ below to view details about each of these activities.
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Vendor Fair
Surrounding Dance Arbor: Be sure to make time to look at the the items being sold at the vendor fair. Items include: Hides and Antlers, Beads, Clothing, Bumper and Window Stickers,
Powwow Collectibles. Many come out for the food alone as the Powwow offers a wide variety. One of the most popular items is the ‘Indian Taco.’
Youth Day
United Tribes Campus, Friday: School classes and groups, age K-8, are invited to attend Youth Day at the Powwow. It begins at 9 a.m. and runs through the morning. Classes can expect an educational experience through: Singing and Drumming, Presentations, Tribal Dance, Audience Participation. There is no entry cost for students, teachers and escorts. You can purchase or bring your own lunch.
Diamond Legends Softball Tournament
Clem Kelley Diamond, Friday – Sunday: Stop by and watch some softball with this tournament open to men and women. There will be two different classifications: All Native American Divisions – All players must prove Native blood via CIB, enrollment letter, or letter of descent. Mixed Division – Open to all players, non-tribal and tribal. Find out more about this softball tournament by visiting its website.
Teeing Off for Academic Excellence
Apple Creek Country Club, Friday: This is a four man scramble which includes prizes. However, the best part is that proceeds will go to scholarships for UTTC students.
Thunderbird Run
3315 University Drive, Saturday: The Powwow Run registration will open at 7:30 a.m. Preregistration ends on Thursday. Medals will be awarded to the top three participants in each race for both male and female. Get more information at the Thunderbird Run website: 10K run: 8 a.m. – $25; 5K run/walk: 8:15 a.m. – $15; Kid’s Fun Run: 10 a.m. – Free
Parade of Champions
Begins at the State Capitol, Saturday: The parade will begin at the State Capitol Grounds at 10 a.m. Parade goers can expect: Dancers, Singers,
Tribal Groups, Tribal Leaders, and Community Groups and Organizations.
Buffalo Feed
UTTC Cafeteria, Sunday: United Tribes honors the well respected tradition of a buffalo feed. Dancers, singers, and visitors are invited free of charge. The buffalo is donated by the Spirit Lake Tribe, one of UTTC’s governing tribes.[/su_spoiler][/su_accordion]
Mark your calendar today so you don’t miss the next United Tribes Powwow in September at the Lone Star Arena at United Tribes Technical College in Bismarck, North Dakota.
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