Hosted by the Modesto Junior College SIERRA Program & Indigenous Peoples Alliance Club (IPAC), the annual Intertribal Powwow is a social gathering that brings together Native American communities from various tribes within California and throughout Turtle Island (USA). The Powwow celebrates and honors Native American cultural heritage on the Yokuts and Me-Wuk peoples’ land. This event serves as a platform for dancing, singing, feasting, and the exchange of arts, crafts, and traditions, fostering unity and cultural pride among participants.
In addition, this powwow will provide an opportunity to uphold and share tribal customs, languages, and values, ensuring their preservation for future generations. While rooted in indigenous traditions, MJC’s powwow is open to the public, inviting non-Native attendees to experience and appreciate the rich cultural expressions of Native American peoples.
Friday, March 26, 2027
5:00 PM–9:00 PM
Gourd Dance Ceremony
Saturday, March 27, 2027
11:00 AM–8:00 PM
Intertribal Powwow
Location: Modesto Junior College East Campus Quad
Admission: Free to the Public
All Dancers, Singers, and Drums Welcome
Please send your business information to one of the below contacts and get set up as a vendor for this community event.
SIERRA Program
209-575-6724
mjc_sierra_program@yosemite.edu
Jake De La Rosa
Native American Program Specialist
209-575-6705
delarosaj@yosemite.edu
