25th Annual Chumash Day Powwow and Intertribal Gathering in Malibu on March 28-29, 2026
/25th Annual Chumash Day Powwow and Intertribal Gathering in Malibu on Saturday/Sunday, March 28-29, 2026
The Chumash Day Powwow celebrates Native Americans from all over the country, representing hundreds of tribes who will gather at Malibu Bluffs Park. This is a non-competitive powwow. Food trucks, craft vendors, tribal ceremonies and dances will be a part of the event on both days. Admission is free. Hours 10am to 6pm.
Continuing a generations-long tradition of Powwows in California, members from tribes all over the western and southwestern states will gather at Malibu Bluffs Park to sing, dance, socialize and heal. The event will begin with an invocation and prayer led by Chumash elder Beverly Folkes. Native American Head Staff include: Vic Chavez, Arena Director, Randy Pico, MC, Kale Flores, Head Man, Maxine Orozco, Head Woman, Kenny Gonzales, Head Young Man, and Aurelia Hale, Head Young Woman. Northern Drums, Bear Springs Singers and Southern Drums, Hale and Company, will accompany the dancers.
The event will feature Native American tribal ceremonies, dances, and special guest performances. Twenty Native American artisan vendors will have merchandise for sale including: jewelry, flutes, moccasins, beading accessories, leatherworks, pottery, dream catchers, and more. Food will be available for purchase from Bison Burger, Drizzle, LA Donut, Salt ‘N Pepper, Tropic Truck, and Westside Banh Mi.
This family-friendly cultural festival is free and open for all to attend. Event hours are 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM with a Grand Entry at 12:00 PM. Complimentary general and ADA parking is available at 23815 and 23825 Stuart Ranch Road with free shuttle rides available to Malibu Bluffs Park and back. There is no on-site parking at Malibu Bluffs Park.
Offsite parking only at 23575 Civic Center Way and for ADA, 23825 Stuart Ranch Road. Free shuttle rides to Malibu Bluffs Park.
Event is located at Malibu Bluffs Park, 24250 Pacific Coast Highway.
For more event information call (310) 317-1364 or visit www.malibucity.org/chumashday.
