Gathering of Nations draws thousands to Albuquerque, N.M.

Saturday - May 4, 2024 by Jeremy Wade Shockley | The Southern Ute Drum
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Filling Tingly Coliseum at EXPO New Mexico, over two thousand dancers from across Indian Country took part in what is billed as the largest powwow in North America, Friday, April 26 – Saturday, April 27 in Albuquerque, New Mexico.
A young traditional dancer gives it his all during the Junior Boys Traditional Dance category inside Tingly Coliseum, Friday, April 26.
Southern Ute Tribal Council member and grass dancer Marty Pinnecoose, makes the rounds during Grand Entry at the Gathering of Nations Powwow.
Grand Entry celebrations packed the house both days, the weekend was filled with cultural dances, Indigenous music performances and a horse and rider regalia parade on the promenade.
Powwow contestants of all ages travel to New Mexico each spring to participate in the Gathering of Nations.
Southern Ute Brave and fancy dancer, Henry Whiteskunk II represents the Southern Ute Indian Tribe in Albuquerque, N.M.
Southern Ute Brave Alternate, Theoden Greany shows off his moves as a fancy dancer, Friday, April 26.
Jr. Miss Southern Ute, Maleina Carel and Miss Southern Ute, Autumn Sage represent the Tribe along with fellow Southern Ute Royalty at the 41st Gathering of Nations Powwow in Albuquerque, N.M.
Powwow contestants of all ages travel to New Mexico each spring to participate in the Gathering of Nations.
Malia White Thunder competes in junior girl’s jingle dress, putting her best foot forward for the contest judges.
The weekend was filled with cultural dances, Indigenous music performances and a horse and rider regalia parade on the promenade.
Jacob Shije, an Indigenous artist hailing from Santa Clara Pueblo, N.M., ignites the crowd with his Rock 'n Roll band at the Gathering of Nations Stage 49 concert venue.
Returning to Albuquerque, N.M. in its 41st year – this annual powwow highlights cultural resilience and Native American self-determination with strong representation from across Indian Country.
Powwow contestants of all ages travel to New Mexico each spring to participate in the Gathering of Nations.
Kassie John of the Diné (Navajo) Nation of Rock Point, Ariz. was crowned Miss Indian World, Saturday evening, April 27 during the 41st annual Gathering of Nations Powwow.
Jr. Miss Southern Ute, Maleina Carel and Miss Southern Ute, Autumn Sage represent the Tribe along with fellow Southern Ute Royalty at the 41st Gathering of Nations Powwow in Albuquerque, N.M.
Powwow contestants of all ages travel to New Mexico each spring to participate in the Gathering of Nations.
Teen boys grass dancers line up before the contest judges, following their contest.
The event culminated on Saturday night with the crowning of Miss Indian World, Kassie John of the Diné (Navajo) Nation.
Navajo Nation President, Dr. Buu Nygren and wife, Jasmine Blackwater-Nygren enjoy the powwow, Saturday night, April 27.
Little Miss Southern Ute Shayne White Thunder waves to spectators inside Tingly Coliseum, Saturday, April 27. White Thunder attended the powwow alongside the Southern Ute Royalty.
Over 565 tribes from around the United States and 220 from Canada traveled to Albuquerque to participate in this year’s powwow.
Photo Credit: Jeremy Wade Shockley | The Southern Ute Drum
Photo Credit: Jeremy Wade Shockley | The Southern Ute Drum
Photo Credit: Jeremy Wade Shockley | The Southern Ute Drum
Photo Credit: Jeremy Wade Shockley | The Southern Ute Drum
Photo Credit: Jeremy Wade Shockley | The Southern Ute Drum
Photo Credit: Jeremy Wade Shockley | The Southern Ute Drum
Photo Credit: Jeremy Wade Shockley | The Southern Ute Drum
Photo Credit: Jeremy Wade Shockley | The Southern Ute Drum
Photo Credit: Jeremy Wade Shockley | The Southern Ute Drum
Photo Credit: Jeremy Wade Shockley | The Southern Ute Drum
Photo Credit: Jeremy Wade Shockley | The Southern Ute Drum
Photo Credit: Jeremy Wade Shockley | The Southern Ute Drum
Photo Credit: Jeremy Wade Shockley | The Southern Ute Drum
Photo Credit: Jeremy Wade Shockley | The Southern Ute Drum
Photo Credit: Jeremy Wade Shockley | The Southern Ute Drum
Photo Credit: Jeremy Wade Shockley | The Southern Ute Drum
Photo Credit: Jeremy Wade Shockley | The Southern Ute Drum
Photo Credit: Jeremy Wade Shockley | The Southern Ute Drum
Photo Credit: Jeremy Wade Shockley | The Southern Ute Drum
Photo Credit: Jeremy Wade Shockley | The Southern Ute Drum
Photo Credit: Jeremy Wade Shockley | The Southern Ute Drum
Photo Credit: Jeremy Wade Shockley | The Southern Ute Drum
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The Gathering of Nations, billed as the largest powwow in North America, filled EXPO New Mexico this past weekend. Returning to Albuquerque, N.M. in its 41st year – this annual powwow highlights cultural resilience and Native American self-determination with strong representation from across Indian Country. Over 565 tribes from around the United States and 220 from Canada traveled to Albuquerque to participate – including members of the Southern Ute, Ute Mountain Ute and Northern Ute Tribes. The multi-day event culminated with the crowning of Miss Indian World, Kassie John of the Diné (Navajo) Nation of Rock Point, Ariz. on Saturday night. 

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