An immersive Indigenous cultural event is happening in Metro Vancouver this weekend
A huge Indigenous gathering of dance, song and family celebration is taking place in Langley this weekend, and all are welcome to join the festivities.
The first-ever stɑl̓əw̓ Pow Wow, presented by stɑl̓əw̓ Arts and Cultural Society, is happening from Friday, September 16 to Sunday, September 18 at the Langley Events Centre
The immersive three-day cultural experience will feature pow wow drum groups and dance competitions, Indigenous vendors, live entertainment and more.
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stɑl̓əw̓ Pow Wow will begin each day with a drum roll call followed by a Grass Dancers Blessing of Floor Ceremony. There will then be a grand entry, an opening prayer, and opening remarks and a welcome by a Chief of a local First Nation.
Attendees will experience a full day of Pow wow competitors coming together to sing, dance, drum, and fully engage in their artistic and cultural gifts. There will also be exhibitions and intertribal singing and dancing throughout the weekend.
Reclaiming Youth Pow Wow (Amber Oliver/ stɑl̓əw̓ Arts and Cultural Society)
There will also be over 50 Indigenous vendors serving authentic Indigenous food and showcasing arts and crafts to discover.
stɑl̓əw̓ Arts and Cultural Society is an Indigenous women-led registered charity that advocates for and empowers Indigenous artists living in the Coast Salish territories.
stɑl̓əw̓ Pow Wow
When: September 16 to 18, 2022
Time: Various times
Where: Langley Events Centre – 7888 200 Street, Langley
Cost: $15, free for children 5 and under. Purchase online
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