Membertou Powwow
Annual Mi'kmaq powwow with drumming, dancing and feasts.
Open to the public, the Membertou Powwow features grand entry, traditional drum groups, intertribal dancing, regalia, craft and food vendors at Kiknu grounds in Membertou.
What to expect
Follow protocol: stand for grand entry, ask before photographing dancers, follow the MC's lead. Family atmosphere, tobacco-and-alcohol-free grounds.
Highlights
The regalia colour and beadwork. Indian taco and four-cents bread vendors. Mi'kmaq language announcements.
Plan ahead
Free entry. Parking on-site. The Hampton Inn Membertou is two minutes away.
Why go
Membertou is a thriving urban Mi'kmaq community and the powwow is your invitation to learn directly from its members.
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