Akwesasne Pow Wow returns on September 6th and 7th

August 18, 2025

Cornwall, ON – One of the most popular cultural celebrations in the region is set to return on the weekend of September 6th & 7th.

The Akwesasne Pow Wow returns with two great days of fun, peace, and friendship with neighbours of all cultures. Visitors can immerse themselves in a vibrant cultural experience with the best music, drummers, and dancers from the region. There’s also great food to enjoy along with amazing First Nations artisans selling one-of-a-kind creations.

Enjoy and take part in the ‘fastest dance on two feet’ with our Iroquois Smoke Dancers. This dance got its name back when the people would dance around the fire pit, causing air to circulate and thus helping the fire embers ignite.

Here’s everything you need to know about the event!

Location

For 22 years, the Pow Wow has been held on the grounds of the A’nowara’ko:wa Arena on Cornwall Island, just a short drive from Cornwall. Last year, due to the success and growth of the celebration, the Akwesasne Powwow Committee decided to move the celebration to Lamoureux Park in Cornwall/Tsikaná:taien. This year, the festival remains in Lamoureux Park. Gates open at 10 am on both Saturday, September 6th, and Sunday, September 7th, with the festivities and grand entry beginning at 12 pm.

Admission

Admission to the Pow Wow (paid upon arrival) is $5 for children 6-12, $10 for a general admission, $15 for a weekend pass, $7 for a youth weekend pass and free for children under 5 and seniors 65+.

Etiquette

There are several guidelines that you should know as a courtesy to the Powwow participants: Powwows are fun events, but they are also sacred events. Ceremonial songs and dances, which are sacred, are performed from time to time throughout the powwow. Learn more

Additional information

The 2025 Akwesasne Pow Wow will take place rain or shine! For additional information and updates on the Akwesasne Pow Wow, please visit the official website or Facebook page.

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