First Nations

The Indian Village has been part of the Calgary Stampede since 1912 and is one of the most popular attractions during the 10-day festival. The First Nations people at the Indian Village represent the five tribes of Treaty 7 and include the Siksika, Tsuu T'ina, Stoney/Nakoda, Piikani and Kainai. Visitors to the Village can relax in a beautiful park setting while viewing demonstrations of native dance and tasting authentic Indian Bannock. There are so many traditions to explore! We warmly invite you to watch traditional Handgames, cheer at a tipi raising contest, admire native handicrafts or learn about traditional meat cutting skills. See what the Village offers today, and picture the Indian lifestyle of years gone by

The Indian Village has been part of the Calgary Stampede since 1912 and is one of the most popular attractions during the 10-day festival. The First Nations people at the Indian Village represent the five tribes of Treaty 7 and include the Siksika, Tsuu T'ina, Stoney/Nakoda, Piikani and Kainai. Visitors to the Village can relax in a beautiful park setting while viewing demonstrations of native dance and tasting authentic Indian Bannock. There are so many traditions to explore! We warmly invite you to watch traditional Handgames, cheer at a tipi raising contest, admire native handicrafts or learn about traditional meat cutting skills. See what the Village offers today, and picture the Indian lifestyle of years gone by

Try traditonal bannock and jam, or an Indian Taco for a special treat.

Visit our Arts & Crafts booth where where you can purchase traditional native jewellery and hand crafted items.

Native interpreters in the Village will provide information and commentary about their culture to visitors on an ongoing basis

When the weather was good during the summer months, native peoples prepared their daily meals and winter rations outside. Meat was cut in preparation for drying to make jerky and pemmican, and bannock and berry soups were prepared over open fires. There will be three open fires built in the Indian Village where cooking demonstration will take place.

Traditional encampments on the prairies included one large Council Tipi. The Council Tipi was often located just inside the circle. During the day, the sides would be rolled up and it would act as a pavilion for many of the activities described below. The Council Tipi is also used by the tribes camped at Indian Village to conduct traditional ceremonies as well as display native artefacts and offer traditional demonstrations.

The Plains Indians have created very colourful and beautiful beadwork to adorn many items including clothing, tools and artwork. Beading was originally done using quills dyed with berry juice; today, glass beads are also used.

The indigenous peoples used the hides of local animals for shelter and clothing. The preparations involved in the making of clothing are artistic and interesting to watch.

The Treaty 7 First Nations and the Calgary Stampede present a cross-cultural exchange for First Nation's dancers and drummers to perform their traditional dances and songs at the Indian Village. Performances have been scheduled throughout Stampede to offer insight into the body movements, regalia, songs and sacred objects that are represented in the men's and women's dances.

Selected tipis open for public viewing

The Enbridge Stage welcomes the dancers of Indian Village as a new, exciting cultural experience for 2009. Check them out daily at 2:30 p.m. and take in the rich tradition that has been part of the Calgary Stampede since the beginning!

The formal program includes introductions of dignitaries and official representatives and the declaration that the Village is "Officially" open.

The Handgame is an ancient game within North American First Nation's cultures. The First Nation's culture passed on its information orally through the use of stories and song. Through the Handgame, stories could be, and still are, shared. The Handgame brought people together: people from within the tribe and also from different tribes. The game itself involves the use of four bones, two with a mark, and two unmarked, and a set of 11 coloured sticks. The colour scheme of the sticks indicates the sticks of each team.

Join us in the Indian Village to witness the challenge between men and ladies in a rousing game of Tug of War. Tug of War is held each year during the 10 days of Stampede and is sure to bring laughter to all who watch this fun event.

This game continues to be a favourite sport among the tribes today. Traditionally, tribes would move their camps to follow the buffalo. Today, the task has evolved into the Tipi Raising contest where tribes pride themselves on setting up their camps quickly and properly. As a timed event, this contest begins with poles, pegs, pins and canvas in a bag. On the start signal, the bag must be carried over a start line to a designated spot and raised. Time is then stopped to inspect for proper assembly. Once inspected, the stopwatch begins anew and tipis are dismantled.

The Indian Village has been part of the Calgary Stampede since 1912 and is one of the most popular attractions during the 10-day festival. The First Nations people at the Indian Village represent the five tribes of Treaty 7 and include the Siksika, Tsuu T'ina, Stoney/Nakoda, Piikani and Kainai. Visitors to the Village can relax in a beautiful park setting while viewing demonstrations of native dance and tasting authentic Indian Bannock. There are so many traditions to explore! We warmly invite you to watch traditional Handgames, cheer at a tipi raising contest, admire native handicrafts or learn about traditional meat cutting skills. See what the Village offers today, and picture the Indian lifestyle of years gone by

Try traditonal bannock and jam, or an Indian Taco for a special treat.

Traditional encampments on the prairies included one large Council Tipi. The Council Tipi was often located just inside the circle. During the day, the sides would be rolled up and it would act as a pavilion for many of the activities described below. The Council Tipi is also used by the tribes camped at Indian Village to conduct traditional ceremonies as well as display native artefacts and offer traditional demonstrations.

Visit our Arts & Crafts booth where where you can purchase traditional native jewellery and hand crafted items.

The Plains Indians have created very colourful and beautiful beadwork to adorn many items including clothing, tools and artwork. Beading was originally done using quills dyed with berry juice; today, glass beads are also used.

The indigenous peoples used the hides of local animals for shelter and clothing. The preparations involved in the making of clothing are artistic and interesting to watch.

Native interpreters in the Village will provide information and commentary about their culture to visitors on an ongoing basis

When the weather was good during the summer months, native peoples prepared their daily meals and winter rations outside. Meat was cut in preparation for drying to make jerky and pemmican, and bannock and berry soups were prepared over open fires. There will be three open fires built in the Indian Village where cooking demonstration will take place.

The Treaty 7 First Nations and the Calgary Stampede present a cross-cultural exchange for First Nation's dancers and drummers to perform their traditional dances and songs at the Indian Village. Performances have been scheduled throughout Stampede to offer insight into the body movements, regalia, songs and sacred objects that are represented in the men's and women's dances.

Selected tipis open for public viewing

The Enbridge Stage welcomes the dancers of Indian Village as a new, exciting cultural experience for 2009. Check them out daily at 2:30 p.m. and take in the rich tradition that has been part of the Calgary Stampede since the beginning!

Dancing and demonstrations

The Handgame is an ancient game within North American First Nation's cultures. The First Nation's culture passed on its information orally through the use of stories and song. Through the Handgame, stories could be, and still are, shared. The Handgame brought people together: people from within the tribe and also from different tribes. The game itself involves the use of four bones, two with a mark, and two unmarked, and a set of 11 coloured sticks. The colour scheme of the sticks indicates the sticks of each team.

Join us in the Indian Village to witness the challenge between men and ladies in a rousing game of Tug of War. Tug of War is held each year during the 10 days of Stampede and is sure to bring laughter to all who watch this fun event.

This game continues to be a favourite sport among the tribes today. Traditionally, tribes would move their camps to follow the buffalo. Today, the task has evolved into the Tipi Raising contest where tribes pride themselves on setting up their camps quickly and properly. As a timed event, this contest begins with poles, pegs, pins and canvas in a bag. On the start signal, the bag must be carried over a start line to a designated spot and raised. Time is then stopped to inspect for proper assembly. Once inspected, the stopwatch begins anew and tipis are dismantled.

The Indian Village has been part of the Calgary Stampede since 1912 and is one of the most popular attractions during the 10-day festival. The First Nations people at the Indian Village represent the five tribes of Treaty 7 and include the Siksika, Tsuu T'ina, Stoney/Nakoda, Piikani and Kainai. Visitors to the Village can relax in a beautiful park setting while viewing demonstrations of native dance and tasting authentic Indian Bannock. There are so many traditions to explore! We warmly invite you to watch traditional Handgames, cheer at a tipi raising contest, admire native handicrafts or learn about traditional meat cutting skills. See what the Village offers today, and picture the Indian lifestyle of years gone by

Try traditonal bannock and jam, or an Indian Taco for a special treat.

Traditional encampments on the prairies included one large Council Tipi. The Council Tipi was often located just inside the circle. During the day, the sides would be rolled up and it would act as a pavilion for many of the activities described below. The Council Tipi is also used by the tribes camped at Indian Village to conduct traditional ceremonies as well as display native artefacts and offer traditional demonstrations.

Visit our Arts & Crafts booth where where you can purchase traditional native jewellery and hand crafted items.

The Plains Indians have created very colourful and beautiful beadwork to adorn many items including clothing, tools and artwork. Beading was originally done using quills dyed with berry juice; today, glass beads are also used.

The indigenous peoples used the hides of local animals for shelter and clothing. The preparations involved in the making of clothing are artistic and interesting to watch.

Native interpreters in the Village will provide information and commentary about their culture to visitors on an ongoing basis

When the weather was good during the summer months, native peoples prepared their daily meals and winter rations outside. Meat was cut in preparation for drying to make jerky and pemmican, and bannock and berry soups were prepared over open fires. There will be three open fires built in the Indian Village where cooking demonstration will take place.

The Treaty 7 First Nations and the Calgary Stampede present a cross-cultural exchange for First Nation's dancers and drummers to perform their traditional dances and songs at the Indian Village. Performances have been scheduled throughout Stampede to offer insight into the body movements, regalia, songs and sacred objects that are represented in the men's and women's dances.

Selected tipis open for public viewing

The Enbridge Stage welcomes the dancers of Indian Village as a new, exciting cultural experience for 2009. Check them out daily at 2:30 p.m. and take in the rich tradition that has been part of the Calgary Stampede since the beginning!

Dancing and demonstrations

The Handgame is an ancient game within North American First Nation's cultures. The First Nation's culture passed on its information orally through the use of stories and song. Through the Handgame, stories could be, and still are, shared. The Handgame brought people together: people from within the tribe and also from different tribes. The game itself involves the use of four bones, two with a mark, and two unmarked, and a set of 11 coloured sticks. The colour scheme of the sticks indicates the sticks of each team.

Join us in the Indian Village to witness the challenge between men and ladies in a rousing game of Tug of War. Tug of War is held each year during the 10 days of Stampede and is sure to bring laughter to all who watch this fun event.

This game continues to be a favourite sport among the tribes today. Traditionally, tribes would move their camps to follow the buffalo. Today, the task has evolved into the Tipi Raising contest where tribes pride themselves on setting up their camps quickly and properly. As a timed event, this contest begins with poles, pegs, pins and canvas in a bag. On the start signal, the bag must be carried over a start line to a designated spot and raised. Time is then stopped to inspect for proper assembly. Once inspected, the stopwatch begins anew and tipis are dismantled.

The Indian Village has been part of the Calgary Stampede since 1912 and is one of the most popular attractions during the 10-day festival. The First Nations people at the Indian Village represent the five tribes of Treaty 7 and include the Siksika, Tsuu T'ina, Stoney/Nakoda, Piikani and Kainai. Visitors to the Village can relax in a beautiful park setting while viewing demonstrations of native dance and tasting authentic Indian Bannock. There are so many traditions to explore! We warmly invite you to watch traditional Handgames, cheer at a tipi raising contest, admire native handicrafts or learn about traditional meat cutting skills. See what the Village offers today, and picture the Indian lifestyle of years gone by

Try traditonal bannock and jam, or an Indian Taco for a special treat.

Traditional encampments on the prairies included one large Council Tipi. The Council Tipi was often located just inside the circle. During the day, the sides would be rolled up and it would act as a pavilion for many of the activities described below. The Council Tipi is also used by the tribes camped at Indian Village to conduct traditional ceremonies as well as display native artefacts and offer traditional demonstrations.

Visit our Arts & Crafts booth where where you can purchase traditional native jewellery and hand crafted items.

The Plains Indians have created very colourful and beautiful beadwork to adorn many items including clothing, tools and artwork. Beading was originally done using quills dyed with berry juice; today, glass beads are also used.

The indigenous peoples used the hides of local animals for shelter and clothing. The preparations involved in the making of clothing are artistic and interesting to watch.

Native interpreters in the Village will provide information and commentary about their culture to visitors on an ongoing basis

When the weather was good during the summer months, native peoples prepared their daily meals and winter rations outside. Meat was cut in preparation for drying to make jerky and pemmican, and bannock and berry soups were prepared over open fires. There will be three open fires built in the Indian Village where cooking demonstration will take place.

The Treaty 7 First Nations and the Calgary Stampede present a cross-cultural exchange for First Nation's dancers and drummers to perform their traditional dances and songs at the Indian Village. Performances have been scheduled throughout Stampede to offer insight into the body movements, regalia, songs and sacred objects that are represented in the men's and women's dances.

Selected tipis open for public viewing

The Enbridge Stage welcomes the dancers of Indian Village as a new, exciting cultural experience for 2009. Check them out daily at 2:30 p.m. and take in the rich tradition that has been part of the Calgary Stampede since the beginning!

Dancing and demonstrations

The Handgame is an ancient game within North American First Nation's cultures. The First Nation's culture passed on its information orally through the use of stories and song. Through the Handgame, stories could be, and still are, shared. The Handgame brought people together: people from within the tribe and also from different tribes. The game itself involves the use of four bones, two with a mark, and two unmarked, and a set of 11 coloured sticks. The colour scheme of the sticks indicates the sticks of each team.

Join us in the Indian Village to witness the challenge between men and ladies in a rousing game of Tug of War. Tug of War is held each year during the 10 days of Stampede and is sure to bring laughter to all who watch this fun event.

This game continues to be a favourite sport among the tribes today. Traditionally, tribes would move their camps to follow the buffalo. Today, the task has evolved into the Tipi Raising contest where tribes pride themselves on setting up their camps quickly and properly. As a timed event, this contest begins with poles, pegs, pins and canvas in a bag. On the start signal, the bag must be carried over a start line to a designated spot and raised. Time is then stopped to inspect for proper assembly. Once inspected, the stopwatch begins anew and tipis are dismantled.

The Indian Village has been part of the Calgary Stampede since 1912 and is one of the most popular attractions during the 10-day festival. The First Nations people at the Indian Village represent the five tribes of Treaty 7 and include the Siksika, Tsuu T'ina, Stoney/Nakoda, Piikani and Kainai. Visitors to the Village can relax in a beautiful park setting while viewing demonstrations of native dance and tasting authentic Indian Bannock. There are so many traditions to explore! We warmly invite you to watch traditional Handgames, cheer at a tipi raising contest, admire native handicrafts or learn about traditional meat cutting skills. See what the Village offers today, and picture the Indian lifestyle of years gone by

Try traditonal bannock and jam, or an Indian Taco for a special treat.

Traditional encampments on the prairies included one large Council Tipi. The Council Tipi was often located just inside the circle. During the day, the sides would be rolled up and it would act as a pavilion for many of the activities described below. The Council Tipi is also used by the tribes camped at Indian Village to conduct traditional ceremonies as well as display native artefacts and offer traditional demonstrations.

Visit our Arts & Crafts booth where where you can purchase traditional native jewellery and hand crafted items.

The Plains Indians have created very colourful and beautiful beadwork to adorn many items including clothing, tools and artwork. Beading was originally done using quills dyed with berry juice; today, glass beads are also used.

The indigenous peoples used the hides of local animals for shelter and clothing. The preparations involved in the making of clothing are artistic and interesting to watch.

Native interpreters in the Village will provide information and commentary about their culture to visitors on an ongoing basis

When the weather was good during the summer months, native peoples prepared their daily meals and winter rations outside. Meat was cut in preparation for drying to make jerky and pemmican, and bannock and berry soups were prepared over open fires. There will be three open fires built in the Indian Village where cooking demonstration will take place.

The Treaty 7 First Nations and the Calgary Stampede present a cross-cultural exchange for First Nation's dancers and drummers to perform their traditional dances and songs at the Indian Village. Performances have been scheduled throughout Stampede to offer insight into the body movements, regalia, songs and sacred objects that are represented in the men's and women's dances.

Selected tipis open for public viewing

The Enbridge Stage welcomes the dancers of Indian Village as a new, exciting cultural experience for 2009. Check them out daily at 2:30 p.m. and take in the rich tradition that has been part of the Calgary Stampede since the beginning!

Dancing and demonstrations

The Handgame is an ancient game within North American First Nation's cultures. The First Nation's culture passed on its information orally through the use of stories and song. Through the Handgame, stories could be, and still are, shared. The Handgame brought people together: people from within the tribe and also from different tribes. The game itself involves the use of four bones, two with a mark, and two unmarked, and a set of 11 coloured sticks. The colour scheme of the sticks indicates the sticks of each team.

Join us in the Indian Village to witness the challenge between men and ladies in a rousing game of Tug of War. Tug of War is held each year during the 10 days of Stampede and is sure to bring laughter to all who watch this fun event.

This game continues to be a favourite sport among the tribes today. Traditionally, tribes would move their camps to follow the buffalo. Today, the task has evolved into the Tipi Raising contest where tribes pride themselves on setting up their camps quickly and properly. As a timed event, this contest begins with poles, pegs, pins and canvas in a bag. On the start signal, the bag must be carried over a start line to a designated spot and raised. Time is then stopped to inspect for proper assembly. Once inspected, the stopwatch begins anew and tipis are dismantled.

The Indian Village has been part of the Calgary Stampede since 1912 and is one of the most popular attractions during the 10-day festival. The First Nations people at the Indian Village represent the five tribes of Treaty 7 and include the Siksika, Tsuu T'ina, Stoney/Nakoda, Piikani and Kainai. Visitors to the Village can relax in a beautiful park setting while viewing demonstrations of native dance and tasting authentic Indian Bannock. There are so many traditions to explore! We warmly invite you to watch traditional Handgames, cheer at a tipi raising contest, admire native handicrafts or learn about traditional meat cutting skills. See what the Village offers today, and picture the Indian lifestyle of years gone by

Try traditonal bannock and jam, or an Indian Taco for a special treat.

Traditional encampments on the prairies included one large Council Tipi. The Council Tipi was often located just inside the circle. During the day, the sides would be rolled up and it would act as a pavilion for many of the activities described below. The Council Tipi is also used by the tribes camped at Indian Village to conduct traditional ceremonies as well as display native artefacts and offer traditional demonstrations.

Visit our Arts & Crafts booth where where you can purchase traditional native jewellery and hand crafted items.

The Plains Indians have created very colourful and beautiful beadwork to adorn many items including clothing, tools and artwork. Beading was originally done using quills dyed with berry juice; today, glass beads are also used.

The indigenous peoples used the hides of local animals for shelter and clothing. The preparations involved in the making of clothing are artistic and interesting to watch.

Native interpreters in the Village will provide information and commentary about their culture to visitors on an ongoing basis

When the weather was good during the summer months, native peoples prepared their daily meals and winter rations outside. Meat was cut in preparation for drying to make jerky and pemmican, and bannock and berry soups were prepared over open fires. There will be three open fires built in the Indian Village where cooking demonstration will take place.

A celebration of the Indian Village youth, and is a prelude to their dance competition. The youth are dressed in their regalia and parade through the Indian Village with drumming and singing, and pickup youth at the tipis to join in the parade.

The Treaty 7 First Nations and the Calgary Stampede present a cross-cultural exchange for First Nation's dancers and drummers to perform their traditional dances and songs at the Indian Village. Performances have been scheduled throughout Stampede to offer insight into the body movements, regalia, songs and sacred objects that are represented in the men's and women's dances.

Selected tipis open for public viewing

The Enbridge Stage welcomes the dancers of Indian Village as a new, exciting cultural experience for 2009. Check them out daily at 2:30 p.m. and take in the rich tradition that has been part of the Calgary Stampede since the beginning!

This is a one day competitive dance competition for the youth.

The Handgame is an ancient game within North American First Nation's cultures. The First Nation's culture passed on its information orally through the use of stories and song. Through the Handgame, stories could be, and still are, shared. The Handgame brought people together: people from within the tribe and also from different tribes. The game itself involves the use of four bones, two with a mark, and two unmarked, and a set of 11 coloured sticks. The colour scheme of the sticks indicates the sticks of each team.

Join us in the Indian Village to witness the challenge between men and ladies in a rousing game of Tug of War. Tug of War is held each year during the 10 days of Stampede and is sure to bring laughter to all who watch this fun event.

This game continues to be a favourite sport among the tribes today. Traditionally, tribes would move their camps to follow the buffalo. Today, the task has evolved into the Tipi Raising contest where tribes pride themselves on setting up their camps quickly and properly. As a timed event, this contest begins with poles, pegs, pins and canvas in a bag. On the start signal, the bag must be carried over a start line to a designated spot and raised. Time is then stopped to inspect for proper assembly. Once inspected, the stopwatch begins anew and tipis are dismantled.

The Indian Village has been part of the Calgary Stampede since 1912 and is one of the most popular attractions during the 10-day festival. The First Nations people at the Indian Village represent the five tribes of Treaty 7 and include the Siksika, Tsuu T'ina, Stoney/Nakoda, Piikani and Kainai. Visitors to the Village can relax in a beautiful park setting while viewing demonstrations of native dance and tasting authentic Indian Bannock. There are so many traditions to explore! We warmly invite you to watch traditional Handgames, cheer at a tipi raising contest, admire native handicrafts or learn about traditional meat cutting skills. See what the Village offers today, and picture the Indian lifestyle of years gone by

Try traditonal bannock and jam, or an Indian Taco for a special treat.

Traditional encampments on the prairies included one large Council Tipi. The Council Tipi was often located just inside the circle. During the day, the sides would be rolled up and it would act as a pavilion for many of the activities described below. The Council Tipi is also used by the tribes camped at Indian Village to conduct traditional ceremonies as well as display native artefacts and offer traditional demonstrations.

Visit our Arts & Crafts booth where where you can purchase traditional native jewellery and hand crafted items.

The Plains Indians have created very colourful and beautiful beadwork to adorn many items including clothing, tools and artwork. Beading was originally done using quills dyed with berry juice; today, glass beads are also used.

The indigenous peoples used the hides of local animals for shelter and clothing. The preparations involved in the making of clothing are artistic and interesting to watch.

Native interpreters in the Village will provide information and commentary about their culture to visitors on an ongoing basis

When the weather was good during the summer months, native peoples prepared their daily meals and winter rations outside. Meat was cut in preparation for drying to make jerky and pemmican, and bannock and berry soups were prepared over open fires. There will be three open fires built in the Indian Village where cooking demonstration will take place.

The Treaty 7 First Nations and the Calgary Stampede present a cross-cultural exchange for First Nation's dancers and drummers to perform their traditional dances and songs at the Indian Village. Performances have been scheduled throughout Stampede to offer insight into the body movements, regalia, songs and sacred objects that are represented in the men's and women's dances.

Selected tipis open for public viewing

The Enbridge Stage welcomes the dancers of Indian Village as a new, exciting cultural experience for 2009. Check them out daily at 2:30 p.m. and take in the rich tradition that has been part of the Calgary Stampede since the beginning!

A competition of skilled adult native dancers, with the final prize money being awarded on the final Saturday.

The Handgame is an ancient game within North American First Nation's cultures. The First Nation's culture passed on its information orally through the use of stories and song. Through the Handgame, stories could be, and still are, shared. The Handgame brought people together: people from within the tribe and also from different tribes. The game itself involves the use of four bones, two with a mark, and two unmarked, and a set of 11 coloured sticks. The colour scheme of the sticks indicates the sticks of each team.

Join us in the Indian Village to witness the challenge between men and ladies in a rousing game of Tug of War. Tug of War is held each year during the 10 days of Stampede and is sure to bring laughter to all who watch this fun event.

This game continues to be a favourite sport among the tribes today. Traditionally, tribes would move their camps to follow the buffalo. Today, the task has evolved into the Tipi Raising contest where tribes pride themselves on setting up their camps quickly and properly. As a timed event, this contest begins with poles, pegs, pins and canvas in a bag. On the start signal, the bag must be carried over a start line to a designated spot and raised. Time is then stopped to inspect for proper assembly. Once inspected, the stopwatch begins anew and tipis are dismantled.

The Indian Village has been part of the Calgary Stampede since 1912 and is one of the most popular attractions during the 10-day festival. The First Nations people at the Indian Village represent the five tribes of Treaty 7 and include the Siksika, Tsuu T'ina, Stoney/Nakoda, Piikani and Kainai. Visitors to the Village can relax in a beautiful park setting while viewing demonstrations of native dance and tasting authentic Indian Bannock. There are so many traditions to explore! We warmly invite you to watch traditional Handgames, cheer at a tipi raising contest, admire native handicrafts or learn about traditional meat cutting skills. See what the Village offers today, and picture the Indian lifestyle of years gone by

Try traditonal bannock and jam, or an Indian Taco for a special treat.

Traditional encampments on the prairies included one large Council Tipi. The Council Tipi was often located just inside the circle. During the day, the sides would be rolled up and it would act as a pavilion for many of the activities described below. The Council Tipi is also used by the tribes camped at Indian Village to conduct traditional ceremonies as well as display native artefacts and offer traditional demonstrations.

Visit our Arts & Crafts booth where where you can purchase traditional native jewellery and hand crafted items.

The Plains Indians have created very colourful and beautiful beadwork to adorn many items including clothing, tools and artwork. Beading was originally done using quills dyed with berry juice; today, glass beads are also used.

The indigenous peoples used the hides of local animals for shelter and clothing. The preparations involved in the making of clothing are artistic and interesting to watch.

Native interpreters in the Village will provide information and commentary about their culture to visitors on an ongoing basis

When the weather was good during the summer months, native peoples prepared their daily meals and winter rations outside. Meat was cut in preparation for drying to make jerky and pemmican, and bannock and berry soups were prepared over open fires. There will be three open fires built in the Indian Village where cooking demonstration will take place.

The Treaty 7 First Nations and the Calgary Stampede present a cross-cultural exchange for First Nation's dancers and drummers to perform their traditional dances and songs at the Indian Village. Performances have been scheduled throughout Stampede to offer insight into the body movements, regalia, songs and sacred objects that are represented in the men's and women's dances.

Selected tipis open for public viewing

The Enbridge Stage welcomes the dancers of Indian Village as a new, exciting cultural experience for 2009. Check them out daily at 2:30 p.m. and take in the rich tradition that has been part of the Calgary Stampede since the beginning!

A competition of skilled adult native dancers, with the final prize money being awarded on the final Saturday.

The Handgame is an ancient game within North American First Nation's cultures. The First Nation's culture passed on its information orally through the use of stories and song. Through the Handgame, stories could be, and still are, shared. The Handgame brought people together: people from within the tribe and also from different tribes. The game itself involves the use of four bones, two with a mark, and two unmarked, and a set of 11 coloured sticks. The colour scheme of the sticks indicates the sticks of each team.

Join us in the Indian Village to witness the challenge between men and ladies in a rousing game of Tug of War. Tug of War is held each year during the 10 days of Stampede and is sure to bring laughter to all who watch this fun event.

This game continues to be a favourite sport among the tribes today. Traditionally, tribes would move their camps to follow the buffalo. Today, the task has evolved into the Tipi Raising contest where tribes pride themselves on setting up their camps quickly and properly. As a timed event, this contest begins with poles, pegs, pins and canvas in a bag. On the start signal, the bag must be carried over a start line to a designated spot and raised. Time is then stopped to inspect for proper assembly. Once inspected, the stopwatch begins anew and tipis are dismantled.

The Indian Village has been part of the Calgary Stampede since 1912 and is one of the most popular attractions during the 10-day festival. The First Nations people at the Indian Village represent the five tribes of Treaty 7 and include the Siksika, Tsuu T'ina, Stoney/Nakoda, Piikani and Kainai. Visitors to the Village can relax in a beautiful park setting while viewing demonstrations of native dance and tasting authentic Indian Bannock. There are so many traditions to explore! We warmly invite you to watch traditional Handgames, cheer at a tipi raising contest, admire native handicrafts or learn about traditional meat cutting skills. See what the Village offers today, and picture the Indian lifestyle of years gone by

Try traditonal bannock and jam, or an Indian Taco for a special treat.

Traditional encampments on the prairies included one large Council Tipi. The Council Tipi was often located just inside the circle. During the day, the sides would be rolled up and it would act as a pavilion for many of the activities described below. The Council Tipi is also used by the tribes camped at Indian Village to conduct traditional ceremonies as well as display native artefacts and offer traditional demonstrations.

Visit our Arts & Crafts booth where where you can purchase traditional native jewellery and hand crafted items.

The Plains Indians have created very colourful and beautiful beadwork to adorn many items including clothing, tools and artwork. Beading was originally done using quills dyed with berry juice; today, glass beads are also used.

The indigenous peoples used the hides of local animals for shelter and clothing. The preparations involved in the making of clothing are artistic and interesting to watch.

Native interpreters in the Village will provide information and commentary about their culture to visitors on an ongoing basis

When the weather was good during the summer months, native peoples prepared their daily meals and winter rations outside. Meat was cut in preparation for drying to make jerky and pemmican, and bannock and berry soups were prepared over open fires. There will be three open fires built in the Indian Village where cooking demonstration will take place.

The Treaty 7 First Nations and the Calgary Stampede present a cross-cultural exchange for First Nation's dancers and drummers to perform their traditional dances and songs at the Indian Village. Performances have been scheduled throughout Stampede to offer insight into the body movements, regalia, songs and sacred objects that are represented in the men's and women's dances.

Selected tipis open for public viewing

The Enbridge Stage welcomes the dancers of Indian Village as a new, exciting cultural experience for 2009. Check them out daily at 2:30 p.m. and take in the rich tradition that has been part of the Calgary Stampede since the beginning!

A competition of skilled adult native dancers, with the final prize money being awarded on the final Saturday.

The Handgame is an ancient game within North American First Nation's cultures. The First Nation's culture passed on its information orally through the use of stories and song. Through the Handgame, stories could be, and still are, shared. The Handgame brought people together: people from within the tribe and also from different tribes. The game itself involves the use of four bones, two with a mark, and two unmarked, and a set of 11 coloured sticks. The colour scheme of the sticks indicates the sticks of each team.

Join us in the Indian Village to witness the challenge between men and ladies in a rousing game of Tug of War. Tug of War is held each year during the 10 days of Stampede and is sure to bring laughter to all who watch this fun event.

This game continues to be a favourite sport among the tribes today. Traditionally, tribes would move their camps to follow the buffalo. Today, the task has evolved into the Tipi Raising contest where tribes pride themselves on setting up their camps quickly and properly. As a timed event, this contest begins with poles, pegs, pins and canvas in a bag. On the start signal, the bag must be carried over a start line to a designated spot and raised. Time is then stopped to inspect for proper assembly. Once inspected, the stopwatch begins anew and tipis are dismantled.

The Indian Village has been part of the Calgary Stampede since 1912 and is one of the most popular attractions during the 10-day festival. The First Nations people at the Indian Village represent the five tribes of Treaty 7 and include the Siksika, Tsuu T'ina, Stoney/Nakoda, Piikani and Kainai. Visitors to the Village can relax in a beautiful park setting while viewing demonstrations of native dance and tasting authentic Indian Bannock. There are so many traditions to explore! We warmly invite you to watch traditional Handgames, cheer at a tipi raising contest, admire native handicrafts or learn about traditional meat cutting skills. See what the Village offers today, and picture the Indian lifestyle of years gone by

Try traditonal bannock and jam, or an Indian Taco for a special treat.

Traditional encampments on the prairies included one large Council Tipi. The Council Tipi was often located just inside the circle. During the day, the sides would be rolled up and it would act as a pavilion for many of the activities described below. The Council Tipi is also used by the tribes camped at Indian Village to conduct traditional ceremonies as well as display native artefacts and offer traditional demonstrations.

Visit our Arts & Crafts booth where where you can purchase traditional native jewellery and hand crafted items.

The Plains Indians have created very colourful and beautiful beadwork to adorn many items including clothing, tools and artwork. Beading was originally done using quills dyed with berry juice; today, glass beads are also used.

The indigenous peoples used the hides of local animals for shelter and clothing. The preparations involved in the making of clothing are artistic and interesting to watch.

Native interpreters in the Village will provide information and commentary about their culture to visitors on an ongoing basis

When the weather was good during the summer months, native peoples prepared their daily meals and winter rations outside. Meat was cut in preparation for drying to make jerky and pemmican, and bannock and berry soups were prepared over open fires. There will be three open fires built in the Indian Village where cooking demonstration will take place.

Selected tipis open for public viewing

The Enbridge Stage welcomes the dancers of Indian Village as a new, exciting cultural experience for 2009. Check them out daily at 2:30 p.m. and take in the rich tradition that has been part of the Calgary Stampede since the beginning!

The Treaty 7 First Nations and the Calgary Stampede present a cross-cultural exchange for First Nation's dancers and drummers to perform their traditional dances and songs at the Indian Village. Performances have been scheduled throughout Stampede to offer insight into the body movements, regalia, songs and sacred objects that are represented in the men's and women's dances.

A celebration of another successful Indian Village and the official "Closing" of the Village.