37th Annual Celebrating Life Pow wow

Editor's note: This story was updated on March 22 to correctly reflect the host of the event. 


The sound of tribal drums and songs rang throughout McGuirk Arena during the 37th annual "Celebrating Life" Pow wow, hosted by the Central Michigan University Pow wow Committee and the Office of Indigenous Affairs, on Saturday, March 21, 2026. Dancers of all ages were able to compete in traditional, grass, fancy bustle, jingle and fancy shawl contests. During the intertribal dances, anyone was able to join the arena floor to dance, even if they were non-native. The event also included food, jewelry, art and clothing vendors for the public to enjoy.