San Diego, CA
52nd annual Barona Powwow to celebrate Native American culture
The Barona Band of Mission Indians will celebrate Native American heritage at their 52nd annual Barona Powwow from Aug. 30 to Sept. 1 at the Barona Sports Complex. The three-day community cultural event starts at 6 p.m. Aug. 30 with gourd dancing followed by the grand entry of dancers at 8 p.m. The Powwow continues from 1 to 11 p.m. Aug. 31 and Sept. 1.
The powwow will feature dance and drum contests, music and singing along with Native American food including Indian fry bread tacos, arts and crafts and handcrafted jewelry. Hundreds of Native American participants of all ages from around the country are slated to show their dancing skills in a variety of competitions ranging from the Grass Dance to the Fancy Shawl Dance contests along with the Hand Drum contests. Contestants will compete for more than $75,000 in prize money.
Weekend highlights include a Fun Run starting at 7 a.m. Aug 31 and Gourd Dancing from 12:30 to 6 p.m. Aug. 31 and Sept. 1, and Grand Entry at 2 p.m. and 8 p.m. Aug. 31 and Sept. 1 along with a drum contest after the Saturday evening session.
The event is at 1095 Barona Road on the Barona Indian Reservation in Lakeside. Admission and parking are free.
Visit https://www.facebook.com/BaronaPowwow/.
Originally Published: