Powwow Dance Championships #2 took place October 24, 2026 at Red Deer Resort & Casino, where Malcolm Murphy and Amanda Goodwill became new Powwow Times World Champions. Eight head-to-head battles brought championship dancers and Northern Cree and Bullhorn Singers together for a produced night of powwow dance competition.
Red Deer Powwow 2026 Recap: Location, Format and Results
- Date: Saturday, October 24, 2026
- Location: Red Deer Resort & Casino, Red Deer, Alberta
- Format: Eight head-to-head powwow dance battles
- Drum groups: Northern Cree and Bullhorn Singers
- New world champions: Malcolm Murphy and Amanda Goodwill
- Complete results: Powwow Dance Championships 2026 winners
- Next event: Showdown at the Swamps, Florida, February 13, 2027
Watch the full Powwow Dance Championships #2 replay
Watch the complete event replay from Red Deer, including all eight head-to-head dance battles, championship moments and live songs from Northern Cree and Bullhorn Singers.
A championship stage for powwow dancers
Powwow Dance Championships was created to introduce audiences to the dancers behind the regalia and let viewers follow each matchup from start to finish. The lights, commentary and one-on-one format focus attention on timing, movement, response to the drum and the individual styles each dancer brings to the floor.
The produced championship format is separate from a community powwow. It does not replace the cultural and community role of powwows; it creates another public stage where champions can be recognized and new audiences can learn their names.
Malcolm Murphy becomes Men’s Traditional World Champion
Malcolm Murphy defeated Tristan Carter in a very close battle to become the Powwow Times Men’s Traditional World Champion. Both dancers carried championship experience into the matchup, and the result stayed close through a demanding title fight.
Amanda Goodwill becomes Women’s Jingle Dress World Champion
Amanda Goodwill defeated Prairie Rose Jack to become the Powwow Times Women’s Jingle Dress World Champion. With dancers of this calibre, the battle could have gone either way. Goodwill’s post-championship interview captured what the victory and the night meant to her.
Complete Powwow Dance Championships #2 results
| Category | Winner |
|---|---|
| Men’s Traditional Dance | Malcolm Murphy — Powwow Times World Champion |
| Women’s Jingle Dress Dance | Amanda Goodwill — Powwow Times World Champion |
| Men’s Grass Dance | Wambdi Clairmont |
| Men’s Fancy Dance | Cole High Eagle |
| Women’s Fancy Dance | Oke-tw’sha Roberts |
| Women’s Traditional Dance | Winona Wamblie LittleSky |
| Chicken Dance | Rodney First Strike |
| Women’s Old Style Jingle | Shundiin Whitehorse |
Read the complete winners and results page for dancer Nations and communities, matchup notes, the official photo post and future updates.
How the battles were judged
Two dancers competed at a time while three judges scored each song independently using a 10-point must system. Regular battles used three songs and featured title battles used five. The dancer who won a majority of the judges’ final scorecards won the battle.
See the complete Powwow Dance Championships judging and scoring guide for the published event rules and viewer guide.
Northern Cree and Bullhorn Singers
Northern Cree and Bullhorn Singers provided the songs that shaped the pace and challenge of every matchup. Learn more about the two championship drum groups.
Powwow Dance Championships #2 photos
View the official event photo post on Facebook.
Next event: Showdown at the Swamps in Florida
Powwow Dance Championships heads to Florida on February 13, 2027 for Showdown at the Swamps. Keya Clairmont will defend her Powwow Times Women’s Fancy Championship title, and Jonathan Nomee will defend his Powwow Times Men’s Fancy Championship title. Venue, ticket and viewing details will be published when confirmed.
Red Deer Powwow 2026 FAQ
When and where was Powwow Dance Championships #2?
The event took place Saturday, October 24, 2026 at Red Deer Resort & Casino in Red Deer, Alberta.
Who became the new Powwow Times World Champions?
Malcolm Murphy became the Powwow Times Men’s Traditional World Champion, and Amanda Goodwill became the Powwow Times Women’s Jingle Dress World Champion.
When is the next Powwow Dance Championships?
The next event is Showdown at the Swamps in Florida on February 13, 2027. Keya Clairmont and Jonathan Nomee are scheduled to defend their Powwow Times Fancy Dance championship titles.
What makes PDC different from a regular powwow?
Powwow Dance Championships is a produced spectator event built around pre-announced, head-to-head championship dance battles and live drums. It is separate from a community powwow and is designed to introduce the dancers, explain the competition and focus attention on each matchup.
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