Annual Powwow
Our Story
A Tradition
Reborn
In 1994, the Ponca Tribe of Nebraska held its first annual Powwow after the Tribe’s federal reinstatement in 1990. The Tribe hosted its 25th Annual Powwow on August 10–12, 2018 in Niobrara.
Traditionally, Powwows were held as a celebration of fall harvest, successful hunts and for all births, deaths, and weddings of tribal members during the past year. It was also a gathering place for other tribes, relatives, and friends to meet and celebrate.
The Powwow brings all of us together to our ancestral homeland to share, celebrate, reminisce and pass our knowledge and traditions on to future generations.
The Powwow Arena
Niobrara, Nebraska
Location
Niobrara, Nebraska
Held Annually
August — 4 Days
Admission
Free & Open to the Public
Grounds
National Historic Registered Site
Royalty Program
Ponca Princess Policy
The Ponca Princess represents the Ponca Tribe of Nebraska at the Annual Powwow and throughout the year, serving as a cultural ambassador for the Ponca people.
The Ponca Princess Program is a cherished tradition that honors young women of the Ponca Tribe. The Princess serves as a cultural ambassador, representing the tribe at the Annual Powwow and at events throughout the year. For full details, download the official Ponca Princess Policy document.
Program Highlights
