Looking for something unforgettable to do in Red Deer this October? On Saturday, October 24, 2026, Powwow Dance Championships #2 brings a different kind of live event to Red Deer Resort & Casino: elite powwow dancers going head-to-head, championship-calibre singing, dramatic lighting and one-on-one dance battles.
A Red Deer event built around the biggest moments
A traditional powwow can span several days. First-time guests sometimes visit for a few hours and miss the moments that make the crowd erupt: dance-offs, tiebreakers, incredible songs and elite dancers facing each other when the competition gets close. PDC #2 takes those high-energy moments and builds a full evening around them.
Think championship competition meets live concert: the lights drop, the spotlight comes on, the drum fills the room and some of the best powwow dancers step onto the floor.
A family-friendly event — even if you’ve never been to a powwow
You don’t need to know powwow contest rules or recognize the champions beforehand. Part of the experience is learning who these dancers are, seeing different dance styles and discovering the athletes and artists celebrated across the powwow trail. Longtime powwow families are just as much a part of the night: this is a showcase built around the competition, songs and dance-offs powwow people already love.
Hear Bullhorn Singers live
Bullhorn Singers of Kainai Nation are confirmed for PDC #2, bringing championship-level powwow singing to the event.
Start Friday with a free Indigenous Market
The weekend starts Friday, October 23 with a free Indigenous Market. Come browse Indigenous vendors before Saturday’s paid championship event. Interested sellers can see the vendor application information.
Why Red Deer works for a weekend trip
Red Deer sits almost midway between Calgary and Edmonton, making PDC #2 an accessible Central Alberta weekend trip. The venue itself, Red Deer Resort & Casino, combines hotel rooms, dining and its Events Centre in one property, so out-of-town guests can turn the championship into a weekend getaway.
PDC #2 event details
- Saturday, October 24, 2026
- 6:00 p.m.–midnight
- Red Deer Resort & Casino
- $35 general admission
- VIP seating near the stage available
- VIP tables for eight available
- Tickets available online and at the door, subject to availability
Want the full breakdown? Read our complete Powwow Dance Championships #2 guide.
Watch Last Year’s Powwow Dance Championships
Want to see the championship experience before you come? Watch our previous event broadcast below for a look at the dancing, singing, competition and atmosphere — then experience PDC #2 live in Red Deer on October 24.
See it live this year: Powwow Dance Championships #2 is October 24, 2026 at Red Deer Resort & Casino. Get tickets and VIP options at PWTPowwow.com.
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