Here’s What’s Going On In Indian Country

A virtual version of Canada’s prime powwow, heart-stopping horse races, and a smokin’ hot shopping opportunity for Indigenous fashion fans are ready and set to go this weekend and next week in Indian Country.

Which exhilarating events will you choose? Let Native News Online lead the way.

Manito Ahbee Virtual Powwow

WHEN: May 21 at 10 AM PDT — May 24 at 1 PM PDT

WHERE: Manito Ahbee Festival Facebook, YouTube, website, Quarantine Dance Specials 2020 Facebook and Powwows.com

Manito Ahbee means “Where the Creator Sits” in the Ojibway language. The name was gifted to the Manito Ahbee Festival, which presents Canada’s biggest, most action-packed powwow.

The Manito Ahbee Powwow traditionally takes place in person every year in Winnipeg, Manitoba. This year, the mega-event’s organizers invite you to “Ignite Your Spirit” at the virtual version of the Manito Ahbee Powwow, which is set to bounce and beat through this weekend with thirty dance categories and specials, including a beaded face mask contest and a weight loss challenge, and performances by invited drum and singing groups Poundmaker, Bullhorn and Cree Confederation.

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