Aug 30 & 31 2025: Eelūnaapèewii Lahkèewiit Pow Wow

Eelūnaapèewii Lahkèewiit is hosting their annual Pow Wow on Saturday, August 30 and Sunday, August 31.

Everyone is welcome.

Location: Behind the Community Centre at 14811 Schools Line in Bothwell.

Admission: General $10. Seniors/Children under 12 $5. Children under 3 are free.

Grand entry: 12PM and 7PM on Saturday and 12PM on Sunday.

No pets. Drug & alcohol free event. Bring a lawn chair.

Learn more about Pow Wows and etiquette:

A primer on Indigenous Pow Wows from Indigenous Corporate Training(External link).

Indigenous Pow Wow Protocols from Indigenous Corporate Training(External link)

Indigenous Pow Wow Dances from Indigenous Corporate Training(External link)

Tips for Attending:

Listen to the Master of Ceremonies – they’ll explain what’s happening to help visitors.

Ask permission before taking pictures.

Want to get in on the dancing? Listen for the Intertribal dances - these are for all people present to partake in the dance.

Don’t touch people’s regalia without permission. They are not costumes and hold special meaning to dancers.

Support the vendors. Some vendors may have interact or etransfer options, but please make sure you have cash on hand as well.

Outdoor settings are sometimes uneven so watch your footing.

Sometimes bleachers are available for people, but it never hurts to bring a chair with you.

Seats closest to the dancing circle are reserved for singers, dancers, and drummers.

Respect that some sections set aside for those with mobility issues to sit with mobile chairs or walkers.

Leave pets at home as animals are not necessary at cultural gatherings and ceremonial functions.

Don’t bring alcohol or drugs.

Have fun!