City of Malibu Celebrates Native American History at the 24th Annual Chumash Day Powwow and Intertribal Gathering
The City of Malibu celebrates Native American history and culture at the 24th Annual Chumash Day Powwow and Intertribal Gathering on Saturday, April 6 and Sunday, April 7 at Malibu Bluffs Park (24250 Pacific Coast Highway).
“All of Malibu is invited to join the festive cultural celebration honoring Malibu’s original residents, the Chumash Native Americans,” said Mayor Steve Uhring. “The Chumash Day Powwow and Intertribal Gathering is a wonderful opportunity to join with the Chumash People and many other native tribes to learn about and celebrate their history, art, music, dance and culture.”
The event will begin with an invocation and prayer led by Chumash elder Beverly Folkes. Native American Head Staff include: Randy Pico, MC, Vic Chavez, Arena Director, John Velasquez, Head Man, Kiara Flores, Head Woman, Nathaniel Gonzales, Head Young Man, and Fallen Star Padilla, Head Young Woman. Northern Drums, Blue Star, and Southern Drums, Hale and Company, will accompany the dancers.
The event will feature Native American tribal ceremonies, dances, and special guest performances. Twenty Native American artisan vendors will have merchandise for sale including: jewelry, flutes, moccasins, beading accessories, leatherworks, pottery, dream catchers, and more. Food will be available for purchase from Bison Burger, Drizzle, Gostosas Thrill from Brazil, Rice Balls of Fire, Salt ‘N Pepper, and Tropic Truck.
This free family-friendly cultural event is open for all to attend, no tickets or RSVPs are needed. Event hours are 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM with a Grand Entry at 12:00 PM each day. Free general parking is available on the corner of Civic Center Way and Webb Way (23575 Civic Center Way) with free shuttle rides available to and from Malibu Bluffs Park. Parking for people with disabilities is available at Malibu City Hall (23825 Stuart Ranch Road) with free Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliant shuttle rides. There is no on-site parking at Malibu Bluffs Park.
For more information, contact the Community Services Department at 310-317-1364 or visit the webpage.
The deadline to submit a Vendor Application was Friday, January 19, 2024. Vendor applications are no longer being accepted.