Powwow celebrations are underway around B.C. – CBC

by ahnationtalk on May 13, 202533 Views

May 13, 2025

Everyone is welcome to attend, find your local powwow here

If you’re looking for something to do and want to learn more about First Nations culture, you might want to consider attending a powwow this summer.

Powwows are cultural gatherings that First Nations people have been partaking in for centuries. You can expect cultural singing, dancing and drumming. Food and crafts are usually for sale, but be sure to bring some cash.

There are two kinds of powwows: traditional and contest. Contest powwows are just like they sound, dancers and singers compete for prizes, while traditional powwows focus on revitalizing and practising First Nations culture.

Read More: https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/british-columbia/powwow-celebrations-are-underway-around-b-c-1.7533219

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