26th Annual Pahrump Social Powwow 2025

Open to the Public

Free Admission & Parking

Always the weekend BEFORE Thanksgiving.

November 21st-23rd, 2025

Friday 12 pm – 5 pm

Saturday 10 am – 6 pm

Sunday 10 am – 5 pm

Place:

Petrack Park, 150 NV – 160, Pahrump, NV 89060

Pahrump Social Powwow Grand Entry Ceremonial Leader begins the Grand Entry.

The Pahrump Social Powwow begins with the honorary leader of the Grand Entry.

Pahrump Social Powwow Grand Entry as the Honor Guard passes the grandstands.

The Native American Veterans Honor Guard follows suit.

Pahrump Social Powwow public participation as performers and children dance together in harmony.

At the Pahrump Social Powwow, public participation is appreciated.

Originally, the Powwow was a gathering of the tribes encouraging peace and prosperity.  But as the Powwow has increased in popularity and taken hold in the public conscience, the dances too have evolved and grown in relevance as a part of the spectacle.

At Pahrump’s Social Powwow, you’ll see many dance styles: Fancy Shawl, Grass (Prairie Grass), Jingle Dress, Women’s traditional, Men’s traditional, Men’s Chicken Traditional (Prairie Hen), Hoop, Gourd and Aztec as dancers twirl and whirl and fly by competing for prizes and awards:

Pahrump Social Powwow Men's Traditional dancer performs for the audience.

Men’s Traditional

Pahrump Social Powwow Grass dancer in the middle of his dance.

Grass

Pahrump Social Powwow Fancy Shawl dancer.

Fancy Shawl

Pahrump Social Powwow Chicken dancer takes a well deserved break.

Chicken (Prairie Hen)

Pahrump Social Powwow Jingle Dress dancer listens to a speech.

Jingle Dress

Pahrump Social Powwow Aztec performer in a regal costume concentrates.

Aztec

Pahrump Social Powwow audience member on his cellphone returns with lunch to the powwow.

At Pahrump’s Social Powwow, venders are on-hand to cook-up a variety of tasty treats including Native American, traditional American and…

Pahrump Social Powwow audience member snacking.

…snacks!

Pahrump Social Powwow audience watching the show sitting on bales of hay.

Rich in tradition, at the Pahrump Social Powwow the celebration continues as Native American craftsmen and artisans sell beautifully handcrafted wares the likes of basketry, clothing, jewelry, pottery, and stonework – so GET UP OFF YOUR DUFF and come on down!

A close shot of Pahrump Social Powwow performer and the rich, vibrant colors of his costume.

At Pahrump’s Social Powwow, it’s an all-day affair for three days running. Lots to do. Much to see. So, bring your hat and your happiness and be prepared for…

Pahrump Social Powwow Fancy Shawl dancer whirls as she dances to the rhythms of the drums.

Fun!

Grand Entry Starts at NOON on Sat. and Sun.

Free Admission & Free Parking

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