Rock the Block – Akwesasne Block Party

August 9, 2025

Saturday, August 9th 10am to 8pm
Generations Park & Amphitheatre

Don’t miss out on the Rock the Block, block party at Generations Park in Akwesasne.

FREE all-day fun includes:
– Indigenous performers, DJs & youth showcases
– Live performances by Uncle Bubba, Feryn King, and Bear Fox
– Art Bus with screen printing & live painting by Zero 2 Six
– Mini basket making workshop with Traveling College
– Braiding Garlic teachings with Onkwe
– Chalk Art competition hosted by Northern Lights Trading
– Flower-making workshop with Crazy Daisy Lady
– Wrestling basics with Good Mind Grappling
– Acoustic Tent — instrument demos & open mic
– Slip & Slide Kickball, obstacle races, water games & bubble cannon
– Fashion & dance show with Butter-Bee Clothing
– Power Play Gaming Trailer
– Lena the Lizard Lady & reptile encounters
– Akwesasne Farmers Market & local pop-ups
– Akwesasne Cultural Center & Library — drawing activity with Honni David
– Free Mohawk Auction
– Used/New Purse Sale hosted by the Elders Center
– Ace to King Tournament with Elders
– Evening show hosted by Aboriginal Outlaws

All proceeds go to local charities
Drug & alcohol free

Celebrating **World Indigenous Peoples Day** with unity, joy & hands-on creativity!

Additional Information

For more information about this event, contact FishbearStudios@gmail.com.

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