Published 3 days ago • loading... • Updated 2 days ago

Gathering of Nations Powwow to End 43-Year Run in Albuquerque After 2026 Event

The family-run Gathering of Nations Powwow in Albuquerque will hold its final event in 2026 and will not continue afterward.
Organizers announced the end after 43 years due to factors making long-term planning difficult, without providing detailed reasons.
Since 2017, the powwow has been held at the New Mexico fairgrounds, featuring a grand entry, Miss Indian World crowning, and horse parades.
The event generates over $24 million for Albuquerque, though it faced criticism from some Native Americans alleging commercialization of Indigenous culture.
The conclusion marks the close of a major cultural era, with organizers stating they will continue their mission beyond the last powwow in 2026.

Insights by Ground AI

Does this summary seem wrong?

16 Articles

KOAT

Center

Expo New Mexico manager calls end of Gathering of Nations 'tough blow' to economy

The world-renowned powwow will hold its final iteration next April, dubbed 'The Last Dance.'

2 days ago·Albuquerque, United States

Read Full Article

UPI

Center

Gathering of Nations Powwow to end largest American Indian event

The Gathering of Nations Powwow will come to an end next year after the massive annual event drew native people from across North America for more than 40 years.

2 days ago·Washington, United States

Read Full Article

News & Record

Reposted by

Winston-Salem Journal

Lean Left

Gathering of Nations' 'last dance' will take place in 2026

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. — For decades, tens of thousands of people have descended upon Albuquerque for what is billed as North America's largest powwow, a celebration showcasing Indigenous dancers, musicians and artisans from around the world.

2 days ago·Cherokee County, United States

Read Full Article

KOB 4

Center

The Last Dance: Final Gathering of Nations to be held in 2026

Gathering of Nations organizers say 2026 will be the final gathering. But the community isn't ready to say goodbye.

2 days ago·Albuquerque, United States

Read Full Article

The Business Journals

Center

Gathering of Nations Powwow to end 43-year run in Albuquerque after 2026 event

North America's largest Native American gathering, Albuquerque's Gathering of Nations Powwow, announces its final event after 43 years.

3 days ago·United States

Read Full Article

Mass Live

+8 Reposted by 8 other sources

Center

The last dance? Organizers of North America’s largest powwow say 2026 will be the event’s final year

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (AP) — For decades, tens of thousands of people have descended upon Albuquerque for what is billed as North America’s largest powwow, a celebration showcasing Indigenous dancers, musicians and artisans from around the world.

3 days ago·Springfield, United States

Read Full Article

Think freely.Subscribe and get full access to Ground NewsSubscriptions start at $9.99/year