Meskwaki Annual Powwow
About Us
The Meskwaki people invite you to share in an event that is truly distinctive about the Meskwaki way of life.
The Meskwaki Annual Powwow is the only one of its kind in Iowa and is held on the only Indian Settlement in Iowa.
Beginning on Thursday, the four day festival and celebration occurs the 2nd full weekend of August each year. With Grand Entry beginning at 1 PM and 7 PM daily, it's a time of laughter, dancing, singing, remembering, and reconnecting with friends, family and the community each year.
Meskwaki History
- Preserving Traditions
- Sharing Customs
- Encouraging Cultural Awareness
- Click here to learn more!
Event Highlights
- 108th Annual Powwow Program
- Traditional Meskwaki Dancing and Singing
- Native Art, Artwork, and Handcrafts
- Games, Food and Fun!
- Click here to learn about the origins of the powwow!
- Click here to learn what you can expect when you visit the powwow!
Photo Gallery
An Invite to the Powwow
August 7, 2025
Children's Day
Grand Entries @ 1
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& 7 PM
Meskwaki Powwow Grounds
Event Details
August 7, 2025
Children's Day
On Thursday, August 7th, we celebrate Children's Day with youth Head Dancers and children's specials held during Grand Entry and games/event...
Grand Entries @ 1
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& 7 PM
Meskwaki Powwow Grounds
August 8, 2025
Senior Citizen's Day
Grand entries @ 1
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& 7 pm
Meskwaki Powwow Grounds
Event Details
August 8, 2025
Senior Citizen's Day
On Friday, August 8th, we celebrate our Elders with Senior Head Dancers during Grand Entries and other special events/games held during the ...
Grand entries @ 1
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& 7 pm
Meskwaki Powwow Grounds
August 9, 2025
Veteran's Day
Grand entries at 1pm
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& 7pm
Meskwaki Powwow Grounds
Event Details
August 9, 2025
Veteran's Day
On Saturday, August 9th, we celebrate Veteran's Day with Veteran Head Dancers during Grand Entries and other specials held during the day. ...
Grand entries at 1pm
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& 7pm
Meskwaki Powwow Grounds
August 10, 2025
Special Event's Day
Grand entries at 1pm
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& 7pm
Meskwaki Powwow Grounds
Event Details
August 10, 2025
Special Event's Day
On Sunday, August 10th, we celebrate Special Event's Day. More information about that coming soon. 5K Run/Walk held in the morning.
Grand entries at 1pm
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& 7pm
Meskwaki Powwow Grounds
General Admission
Contact Us
Do you have questions or comments about the event? Do you need special accommodations? Send us a message, and we will get back to you as soon as we can.
Meskwaki Annual Powwow
1600 Battle Ground Road and E49, Tama, Iowa 52339, United States
A Note from MAPA (Meskwaki Annual Powwow Committee)
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