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2017 Stanford Powwow & Camping Weekend

A free 3-day Native American arts festival held in a gorgeous Eucalyptus Grove
By - posted 5/10/2017 No Comment

Celebrate Native American cultures through traditional songs, dances and events during the three-day Stanford Powwow, held rain or shine, every Mother’s Day Weekend, in the Eucalyptus Grove on Stanford campus.

The event is open to the public and overnight camping spaces are available. There is no pre-registration, and registration is done on a first come, first served, basis.

46th Annual Stanford Powwow & Indian Art Market
May 12-14, 2017
– Friday: 5 pm to 11 pm
– Saturday: 11:30 am to 11 pm
– Sunday: 11:30 am to 6 pm
Eucalyptus Grove at Stanford University
FREE (Donations for parking and camping are welcome. )

Each day features an Indian Art Market, performances, social dances, hand drumming, Gourd dancing and dance competitions.

Directions: The Powwow is held in the Eucalyptus Grove on the Stanford Campus in Palo Alto, CA. The Eucalyptus Grove is west of Stanford Stadium, located at the corners of El Camino Real and Embarcadero Road in Palo Alto, CA.

From 280 (North and South)
Exit Page Mill Rd. East toward Stanford. Turn left at El Camino Real. Turn left at Galvez/Embarcadero near Stanford Stadium. Follow the signs to parking.