SAULT TRIBE POWWOW 2026
Join us for exciting dance and drum competitions of the Sault Tribe of Chippewa Indians. The Powwow, or Jiigtamok, has historical, social, and spiritual value to Native Americans. Some trace the word powwow back to Anishinaabemowin, the language of the Anishinaabe. Early European-Americans used the word to mean a council or meeting. Powwows, or celebrations, as they were called, were originally held in the spring to celebrate the new beginning of life. Watch the traditional dance and song, visit with family and friends, make new acquaintances, and trade arts and crafts at this year’s Summer Gathering and Powwow.
Baaweting Homecoming Powwow
Date: July 3–5, 2026
Location: Sault Tribe Powwow Grounds – 11 Ice Circle Drive, Sault Ste. Marie, MI 49783. The public is invited to attend.
Schedule
Thursday, July 2 – All-day spiritual gathering beginning with sunrise ceremony
Friday, July 3 – Grand Entry at 7 p.m.
Saturday, July 4 – Grand Entries at 1 p.m. and 7 p.m.
Sunday, July 5 – Grand Entry at 12 p.m.
Host hotel: Kewadin Casinos Sault Ste. Marie – call (906) 632-0530 (room block 2984)
Camping: Free rustic camping available (first come, first served); bathroom & shower facilities on site.
For vendor applications: email [email protected] (deadline June 15). Must be enrolled in a tribe or First Nation.
General powwow questions: call (906) 635-6510.
MORE INFORMATION
For more information on the Sault Tribe of Chippewa Indians, consider scheduling an appointment at the Ojibwe Learning Center and Library.
