Raritan Native American Heritage Celebration & Pow Wow 2026
June 20 @ 11:00 am - June 21 @ 7:00 pm
$12.16
returns to the Middlesex County Fairgrounds for two days of Native American culture,
contest dancing, music, food, art, and community.
This outdoor, family-friendly event is open to the public and welcomes everyone to
experience a vibrant celebration featuring Native American artists, educators, singers,
dancers, performing groups, vendors, and cultural demonstrations from across the Americas.
Event Details
- Dates: Saturday, June 20 and Sunday, June 21, 2026
- Time: 11:00 AM – 7:00 PM EDT
- Location: Middlesex County Fairgrounds
655 Cranbury Rd., East Brunswick, NJ 08816 - Parking: Free parking available
- Format: Outdoor event, rain or shine
Grand Entry
The Grand Entry of Dancers will take place at
1:00 PM and 5:00 PM. Grand Entry is one of the
highlights of the pow wow, bringing dancers together in a powerful and colorful
opening procession.
Pow Wow Highlights
- Contest dancing
- Pura Women’s Fancy Shawl Special
- Ron Pasaghesic Men’s Traditional Special
- Native American singers, dancers, artists, educators, and performing groups
- More than 40 artist and vendor booths
- Native crafts, jewelry, food, and cultural items
- Tipi raising
- Traditional and contemporary Native food, including buffalo burgers, venison stew, and corn soup
Visitors will have the opportunity to meet and learn from representatives and participants
connected to Native and Indigenous communities including Lakota, Navajo, Mohawk, Seneca,
Cherokee, Aztec, Mayan, Samoan, Hawaiian, and many more.
Tickets
- Adults & Teens ages 13+: $15, plus fees if purchasing online
- Children ages 6–12: $10, plus fees if purchasing online
- Seniors 65+ and Students with ID: $10, plus fees if purchasing online
- Family 4-Pack: $45 online only, plus fees
Includes 2 adults and 2 children ages 6–12 - Children 5 and under: Free
Important Event Policies
- This is a rain or shine outdoor event.
- No refunds will be given.
- Admission tickets are valid only for the selected date.
- Limited seating is available; guests are welcome to bring their own chairs and/or umbrellas.
- No alcohol or drugs are permitted.
- No outside food, drinks, ice, or coolers are allowed on the premises.
Contact & More Information
For more information, email
[email protected]
or call 718-686-9297.
- Website:
www.redhawkcouncil.org
- Facebook:
www.facebook.com/redhawkcouncil
Everyone is welcome to attend and celebrate Native American heritage, community,
dance, food, art, and culture.