Special Events
61st Annual Navajo Festival of Arts and Culture
August 7-8, 2010
"More than 70 Navajo artists, storytellers and cultural interpreters from many clans, juried awards for basketry, meet basket makers creating works on-site, join rug weavers, silversmiths, potters, painters and storytellers to learn about the Navajo "Beauty Way" philosophy of living in harmony, hike with a Navajo ethno botanist, Pollen Trail Dancers, activities for kids, $4-7, 9 am - 5 pm"
Event is located at the:
Museum of Northern Arizona
3101 N. Ft. Valley Rd.
Flagstaff, AZ 86001
Suggestion: While you're visiting the festival; make a quick day trip out to Tuba City and see the Explore Navajo Interactive Museum. Created by the local Navajo artistic community; it is a Gateway Center to Navajoland. A broad spectrum of the Navajo people. Visit!
Contact:
Phone: 928-774-5213
www.musnaz.org
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61st Annual Coconino County Fair
September 3-6, 2010
"Labor Day Weekend brings the largest event in Northern Arizona. Coconino County Fair features a livestock auction, traditional fair exhibits and demonstrations, carnival rides, commercial vendors, special areas for arts & culture; environmental & conservation education; and children’s activities.
A wide variety of entertainment provides audiences with cultural presentations, local & regional acts, national headliners and educational experiences for the whole family.September 3-6, 2010 at the Coconino County Fair Grounds"
Contact:
Phone: 928-679-8000
coconino.az.gov/parks
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64th Annual Navajo Nation Fair
September 6-12, 2010
"A journey into a changing world - keeping our teachings in mind."
Please come join us at the Largest American Indian Fair & Rodeo; for more information please visit our website.
Contact: Wanda Nelson or Benita Jay
Phone: 928-871-6647
www.navajonationfair.com
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14th Annual Sheep is Life Celebration
June 14-19, 2010
Diné be’ iiná (The Navajo Lifeway) presents the 14th Annual Sheep is Life Celebration from June 14–19, 2010 at the Diné College Land Grant Program Facility in Tsailé, AZ, in the Navajo Nation. The Celebration is organized by Navajo sheep herders and weavers to honor the central role of sheep and fiber arts in the spirituality, philosophy, and daily life of cultures throughout the world. Everyone is invited to participate, bring tools, spindles, fibers, and creativity to share.
Contact: TahNibaa Naataanii
Phone: 505-406-7428
www.navajolifeway.org
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4th Annual Page AZ Tractor Pull & Antique Machine Show
September 24-26, 2010
Contact: Judy Kitson
Phone: 928-645-2023
judykitson@hughes.net
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1st Annual Treaty Days Celebration
June 1-6, 2010
In commemoration of Dine’ history and legacy ... Navajo Parks and Recreation Department will mark the 142nd anniversary of the signing of the Treaty of 1868 with the First Annual Treaty Days Celebration to be held during June 1-6, 2010. The theme is “Greatness is Before our Eyes,” in celebration of the courage and leadership of the Dine’ People during the “Long Walk.” This celebration will replace the Fourth of July festivities and will include opening ceremonies and parade on June 1st, 2010. Other events such as Three-day Team Roping, PRCA Rodeo, Open Junior Rodeo, youth activities, carnival and traditional games will mark the weeklong celebration. Freedom for the Dine’ People and the return from “Hweeldi” commenced with the negotiation of treaty terms between Dine’ leaders and the U.S. Peace Commissioners. Don't miss Sara Evans in concert June 4th.
Contact:
Phone: 928-871-7053
www.navajonationfair.com/TD10/home.html
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42nd Annual Western Navajo Fair
October 14-17, 2010
To'Nanees'Dizi Dine' Fair" enjoy Inter-tribal dances, carnival, all Indian open rodeo, parade, pageantry, youth concerts, elderly activities, concessions, the popular Yeii bi cheii Ceremony
Contact:
Phone: 928-283-3284
www.westernnavajofair.com
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Page Lake Powell Hot Air Balloon Regatta
November 4-7, 2010
Watch balloons lift off and float over the Lake Powell area, also a Balloon Glow and Street Fair on the 6th.
Contact: Page Tourism Bureau
Phone: 928-645-2741
www.pagelakepowelltourism.com
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Native American Art Show & Dances
Summer 2010
The Village of Tusayan the Gateway to the Grand Canyon presets Native American Art Show & Dances all Summer long Every weekend until the end of September.
May 29-31st - Memorial Day Weekend is the kick off celebration
August 28th - Hoop Dance Contest
August 29th - Cowboys & Indian Musician Day
Contact: James Peshlakai
Phone: 928-856-0717
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2010 Unity Pow Wow
4/10/2010
Come and have fun April 10-11, at the Navajo Village Heritage Center in Page, AZ. Music, dances, food and fun for all ages. Hope to see you there! For more info please contact Merle or visit the website.
Contact: Merle Begay
Phone: 928-640-3137
www.myspace.com/pageazunitypowwow
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