Pechanga continues tradition through 2024 Pow Wow

Pow wow dancers enter the arena during the three day Pechanga Pow Wow, Jan. 7. Valley News/Shane Gibson photo
Native American gatherings, otherwise known as Pow Wows, involve American Indians coming together to perform, out of the desire to celebrate their ancestral histories, and reconnect with different tribes. From Jan. 5 through 7, the Pechanga Pow Wow brought forward an authentic display of Native American culture and heritage, while simultaneously functioning as a learning opportunity for attendees of all ages. Native American foods, such as fry bread and buffalo burgers, were provided by vendors. The first day of the Pow Wow was accompanied by a fireworks show, held in the evening. Stretching across all three days of the event, American Indians performed through both song and dance, be it for the contests or as special demonstrations. Contestants were broken down into varying categories, a
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