WILDHORSE 27TH ANNUAL  |  JUNE 30 – JULY 2, 2023

Come witness the power, strength and beauty of Native American culture at our 2023 Pow Wow.           We hope to see you.

FREE AND OPEN TO THE PUBLIC

Host Drum: Indian Hill, Apple Valley California 

This three-day event features drumming, singing, and dancing by contestants from all over the United States and Canada. In addition, guests can look forward to Native American artisans, vendors, and delicious food including the crowd favorite – fry bread.

Since its beginning in 1994, the Wildhorse Pow Wow has remained a symbol of culture and open to all in the spirit of gathering.  We look forward to hosting dancers, drummers, vendors, spectators and honored guests to share our culture.

COMPETITION INFORMATION

OVER $100,000 IN CASH & PRIZES

Grand Entry – 7pm Friday, 1pm Saturday & Sunday

ADULT CATEGORIES (NEW):

Top four places awarded $1,000, $800, $600, $400

JUNIOR WOMEN (18-39): Jingle, Fancy, Traditional

JUNIOR MEN (18-39): Grass, Fancy, Traditional

SENIOR WOMEN (40-59): Jingle, Fancy, Traditional

SENIOR MEN (40-59): Grass, Fancy, Traditional 

GOLDEN AGE WOMEN | MEN (60+) 

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TEEN CATEGORIES (13-17)

Top four places awarded $300, $250, $200, $150

Boy’s Traditional, Boy’s Fancy, Boy’s Grass, Girl’s Traditional Girl’s Fancy, Girl’s Jingle

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JUNIOR CATEGORIES (7-12):

Top four places awarded $200, $150, $125, $100

Boy’s Traditional, Boy’s Fancy, Boy’s Grass, Girl’s Traditional, Girl’s Fancy, Girl’s Jingle

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DRUMMING:

Top ten places paid, 1st: $12,000

All drums welcome – day pay offered.

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GENERAL INFORMATION:

  • Contest dance specials each day.
  • No fees.
  • Dancers may register for up to two categories and any specials for which they are eligible.
  • Drum Day Pay available for first 20 drums to register, must register each day.
  • Registration begins at 4pm on Friday for drums and dancers.
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SPECIALS: 

Friday: Prairie Chicken Dance

Saturday Afternoon: Cowgirl & Cowboy Combined

Saturday Evening: War Bonnet

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