NWIC SEB Honoring Traditions Coastal Jam & Pow Wow
April 17 - April 18
NWIC Pow Wow 2026 Event Details
Honoring Traditions Pow Wow & Coastal Jam – April 17–18, 2026
The NWIC Pow Wow 2026 – Honoring Traditions Pow Wow and Coastal Jam will be held April 17–18, 2026 at Northwest Indian College in Bellingham, Washington.
Northwest Indian College invites the community to join us for the Honoring Traditions Pow Wow and Coastal Jam, taking place April 17–18, 2026 at the NWIC Health & Wellness Center, Bellingham, WA. This annual gathering celebrates culture, community, and tradition through singing, dancing, and shared connection.
All are welcome to attend.
Location
NWIC Health & Wellness Center 2522 Kwina Road Bellingham, WA 98226
Event Schedule
Friday, April 17, 2026 Coastal Jam — 6:00 PM
Saturday, April 18, 2026 Pow Wow Grand Entry — 1:00 PM & 7:00 PM
Host Drum: The Northmen Arena Director: Antone George MC: Michael Vendiola
The Honoring Traditions Pow Wow and Coastal Jam brings together singers, dancers, students, families, and community members to celebrate Indigenous traditions and the strength of our cultures. This event is hosted by Northwest Indian College and reflects our commitment to honoring our ancestors while supporting the next generation.
We encourage community members, alumni, students, and visitors to join us for this special gathering.
For more information about Northwest Indian College visit https://www.nwic.edu
NWIC Pow Wow 2026 Event Details
Honoring Traditions Pow Wow & Coastal Jam – April 17–18, 2026
Northwest Indian College invites the community to join us for the Honoring Traditions Pow Wow and Coastal Jam, taking place April 17–18, 2026 at the NWIC Health & Wellness Center, Bellingham, WA. This annual gathering celebrates culture, community, and tradition through singing, dancing, and shared connection.
All are welcome to attend.
Location
NWIC Health & Wellness Center
2522 Kwina Road
Bellingham, WA 98226
Event Schedule
Friday, April 17, 2026
Coastal Jam — 6:00 PM
Saturday, April 18, 2026
Pow Wow
Grand Entry — 1:00 PM & 7:00 PM
Host Drum: The Northmen
Arena Director: Antone George
MC: Michael Vendiola
Singing Contest
1st $4,000 | 2nd $3,000 | 3rd $2,000 | 2 Consolations $500
Dance Categories
Men’s Golden Age (55+)
Women’s Golden Age (55+)
1st $400 | 2nd $300 | 3rd $200
Adult Categories (18–54)
Fancy, Jingle, Grass, Traditional
1st $400 | 2nd $300 | 3rd $200
Teen Categories (13–17)
Fancy, Jingle, Grass, Traditional
1st $300 | 2nd $200 | 3rd $100
Junior Categories (7–12)
Fancy, Jingle, Grass, Traditional
1st $200 | 2nd $100 | 3rd $75
Tiny Tots
More Information
Email: nwicpowwow@nwic.edu
Vendor Information
Email: vretasket@nwic.edu
About the Event
The Honoring Traditions Pow Wow and Coastal Jam brings together singers, dancers, students, families, and community members to celebrate Indigenous traditions and the strength of our cultures. This event is hosted by Northwest Indian College and reflects our commitment to honoring our ancestors while supporting the next generation.
We encourage community members, alumni, students, and visitors to join us for this special gathering.
For more information about Northwest Indian College visit https://www.nwic.edu
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