Calgary 
Events Description
Join AAWC and our partners for this week-long celebration of events that promote pride, understanding and awareness of Aboriginal cultures, traditions, contributions and achievements to Canadian society. Since 2011, the week leading up to National Aboriginal Day, June 21st, is known locally as Aboriginal Awareness Week Calgary or AAWC.
Aboriginal Awareness Week Calgary 2023 is a reflection of the pride of our First Nations, Métis and Inuit communities and an opportunity to experience their rich heritages, traditions and cultures.
People of all ages and backgrounds are encouraged to attend events; enhance your level of awareness and develop your understanding of the community you live in while having fun!
Who is it for?
All ages – Family
Free and ticketed events
WHEN & WHERE
Date & Time:Aboriginal Awareness Week Calgary – June 18 to 24, 2023
Family Day Festival and Powwow and Indigenous Day Live: Saturday, June 24 | 9:00am to 6:00pm
9:30am – FREE Pancake Caravan Breakfast
10:00am – Children’s Corner
10:00am – AAWC Hand Games Opening Remarks
10:00am – Registration Traditional Initiation Pow Wow – opens
11:30am – Registration Closes for Traditional Pow Wow – ends
12:00pm – Welcome Remarks
5:30pm – Traditional Pow Wow Ends
5:30pm – AAWC Hand Games Awards & Closing Remarks
5:30pm – Closing Ceremonies
Feature Attractions
– Indigenous Arts & Crafts Market (9am-5pm)
– Children’s Corner (10am-1pm)
– Exhibitions of Inuit and Metis (9am-5pm)
– Handgame Finals Playoffs (1pm-5pm)
Venue & Address :
Calgary Stampede Grounds, Calgary
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