Quick answer: The Similkameen Pow Wow of Champions is scheduled for September 4-6, 2026, at Ashnola Campground near Keremeos, British Columbia. The Lower Similkameen Indian Band is listed as organizer.
Last verified September 2, 2026. Powwow schedules can change. Confirm details with the organizer before travelling and check again within 72 hours of the event.
Similkameen Pow Wow of Champions 2026 quick facts
| Dates | September 4-6, 2026 |
|---|---|
| Location | Ashnola Campground, 1400 Ashnola River Road, Keremeos, BC |
| Organizer | Lower Similkameen Indian Band |
| Listed admission | $10 |
| Public contact | 250-499-2265 ext. 122 |
What visitors should know
Hosted in Sməlqmix territory, the gathering brings dancers, singers, families and visitors together over Labour Day weekend. The regional event listing describes it as one of British Columbia’s larger powwows.
The public listing gives an overall event window from 8 a.m. September 4 through 5 p.m. September 6. That does not mean every program begins at 8 a.m.; follow the host’s current schedule and on-site announcements.
Schedule highlights
- Friday, September 4: event begins; confirm the opening program with the organizer.
- Saturday, September 5: full gathering day; arrive early for parking and seating.
- Sunday, September 6: final day; the public listing ends at 5 p.m.
Listen to the masters of ceremonies and event staff throughout the gathering. They will announce schedule changes, photography restrictions, when guests should stand, and when the public is invited to dance.
Planning your visit
- Check the organizer’s latest update before leaving home.
- Allow extra time for parking, entry lines and security screening where applicable.
- Bring only items the venue permits and prepare for the local weather.
- Ask permission before taking close photographs of dancers or other attendees.
- Do not enter the dance arena unless the MC invites visitors to participate.
New to powwows? Read What Is a Powwow? and the first-time visitor guide. You can also browse the Fall Powwows 2026 schedule for other gatherings.
Official information
Powwow Times summarized the public event information above from the Similkameen Country Development Association event listing. The organizer’s announcement is the controlling source for changes, registration rules, admission and cancellations.
