NICEVILLE, Fla. — The 2023 Thunderbird Intertribal Powwow is November 3-5 at the Mullet Festival grounds in Niceville.
This family-friendly event showcases Native American dancing, drumming, singing, crafts, stories, and more. Sponsored by the Thunderbird Intertribal Council, Inc., the powwow is a celebration of Native American culture and heritage.
Admission to the powwow is $5 for adults and $3 for children aged 12 and younger. Children’s Day admission on Friday is $3.
Hours and Activities:
Friday (Children’s Day)
- 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.; Powwow begins at 7 p.m.
- The Grand Entry is at 7 p.m., Intertribal dancing into the night
Saturday
- Open at 10 a.m.
- Craft competition is 10 a.m. to 11 a.m.
- The Grand Entry and Opening Ceremonies begin at 12 p.m.
- Intertribal, Exhibition, and Competition dancing until 5 p.m.
- All competitions will be conducted on Saturday afternoon
- The night’s Grand Entry is at 7 p.m. followed by Intertribal dancing and dance exhibitions into the night
Sunday
- Open at 10 a.m.
- Church Service: 10 a.m. – 11 a.m.
- Intertribal dancing, dance exhibitions, competition winners: 12 p.m. to 4 p.m.
The Mullet Festival grounds is at the intersection of State Road 85 North and College Boulevard.
Daily schedules and more information are available at thunderbirdpowwow.org.
