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REGISTRATIONS NOW OPEN
We are now accepting applications for the following:
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Mixed Adult and Youth Hand Games Teams – Join the competition and be part of this exciting cultural tradition.
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Marketplace Merchant Vendors – Showcase your work to thousands of attendees from across Western Canada and beyond.
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Food Vendors – Share your culinary creations with the Gathering.
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Sponsorship Opportunities – Partner with us to help make this inaugural event unforgettable.
You’ve seen the posters. Now it’s official.
The first-ever Cultural Gathering of Nations takes place September 18 to 21 in Dawson Creek, at the Ovintiv Events Centre.
And no matter where you’re coming from, this is your invitation to be part of it.
*Mixed Hand Games
*Mixed Youth Hand Games
*PowWow
*Tea Dance
*Round Dance
*Culture Camp
*Bingo
*Marketplace
There’s more to come.
THINGS TO LOOK FORWARD TO
Events, Marketplace, Cultural Camps & Bingo
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SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
COLLABORATION OPPORTUNITIES
ATTENDANCE OPPORTUNITIES
ABOUT THIS EVENT
The Cultural Gathering of Nations is a vibrant celebration of Indigenous culture, unity, and tradition. Taking place from September 18–21, 2025, at the Ovintiv Events Centre in Dawson Creek, BC, this event brings together communities through powerful performances, traditional Pow Wow dancing, Hand Games, Tea Dance, Cultural Camps, and a diverse marketplace. With over $300,000 in prize money, it's a space to honor the past, connect with one another, and celebrate the strength of First Nations culture.
Honoring Tradition, Uniting Nations
Leading Sponsors
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Major Sponsors
ATTENDING THE EVENT
The Cultural Gathering of Nations is a four-day celebration from September 18–21, 2025, at the Ovintiv Events Centre in Dawson Creek, BC. Whether you’re coming to compete, perform, or simply take in the experience, attending is easy to plan.
While you’re here, explore more than just the event. Dawson Creek and the surrounding Peace Region offer breathtaking scenery, cultural landmarks, and unique local experiences. Visit our Things to Do section to find hiking trails, museums, and attractions worth adding to your itinerary.
Need accommodations? Our Local Accommodations section includes hotels, campgrounds, and Airbnb options to suit every style and budget, plus you’ll find a list of local restaurants, cafes, and shops to make the most of your visit.
Come for the Gathering, stay for the beauty, history, and hospitality of the region.
POW WOW
TEA DANCE
ROUND DANCE
MIXED HANDGAMES
TOURNAMENT
MARKETPLACE
CULTURE CAMP
BINGO
WANT TO BE A PERFORMER
POW WOW
A vibrant celebration of dance, song, and tradition. The Pow Wow brings together dancers in colorful regalia from various Nations, honoring culture and spirit through the rhythm of the drum. Witness this sacred gathering where history and community unite.
TEA DANCE / ROUND DANCE
A heartfelt community tradition that invites all to join in. The Tea Dance and Round Dance are powerful ceremonies of unity and healing, where participants gather in a circle to share movement, prayer, and connection.
MIXED HANDGAMES
TOURNAMENT
A spirited and strategic competition rooted in tradition. The Mixed Handgames Tournament challenges teams to match skill, strategy, and teamwork in a fast-paced game that has been passed down through generations.
EVENT SPONSORS
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LOCAL ACCOMODATIONS
We have gathered local information to help make your visit to Dawson Creek for the Cultural Gathering of Nations as easy as possible. Below you will find lists of accommodations including hotels, campgrounds, and Airbnb options, along with contact details and locations.
You can also explore local restaurants and cafes, grocery stores, and pharmacies, as well as ideas for things to do and see while you are here. These resources make it simple to plan where to stay, where to eat, and how to enjoy your time in the region.
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