Pabanamanina Pow-Wow 2026 @ Wanaaha Casino Pow Wow Grounds

The Bishop Paiute Tribe hosts the Pabanamanina Pow-Wow 2026 at the Wanaaha Casino Pow Wow Grounds in Bishop, CA — a three-day celebration of Native American dance, music, and culture open to all dancers, drums, vendors, and visitors. Grand Entry sessions: Friday Sept. 25 at 7 pm; Saturday Sept. 26 at 12 pm and 7 pm; Sunday Sept. 27 at 12 pm. Host Drum is Black Lodge. Master of Ceremony: Ruben Littlehead; Arena Director: Jerry Bear. Contesting categories include Tiny Tot Exhibition, Juniors (7–12), Teens (13–17), Adults (18–54), and Golden Age (55+). Committee Specials feature $1,000 winner-take-all prizes for Women’s Old Style Jingle (18 & up) and Men’s Grass (18 & up). Drum Contest: $10,000 with traveling drums day pay. On-site camping available. For vendors contact Joann Hanson at 760-258-7993; general info/specials: Joan Huff at 760-920-2332; princess info: Tammy Andrade at 760-920-1561.