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18th Annual American Indian Festival

Saturday, October 17 · 11 AM – 4 PM · Patuxent River Park, 16000 Croom Airport Road, Upper Marlboro, MD 20772

About

This vibrant celebration of Native American culture, heritage, and traditions offers diverse Native communities a space to honor and share their rich cultural legacy. — – The annual American Indian Festival returns on October 17, 2026. Check back here for the latest event details, schedules, and updates as the date approaches. — The American Indian Festival is a vibrant celebration of Native American culture, heritage, and traditions, offering diverse Native communities a space to honor and share their rich cultural legacy. Open to everyone, the free festival invites attendees to experience the following to foster unity, understanding, and appreciation of local Native American heritage: Live music and traditional and contemporary dances of Native America DIY arts and crafts area for all ages Native American horsemanship Interactive storytelling Archery and spear throwing Artisan market featuring authentic crafts Native food vendors Genealogy exhibit Demonstrations of native tools and technologies Stay tuned for a line-up of performers, exhibitors, vendors, and more! American Indian Festival Photographed: 2019 By: Marketa Ebert American Indian Festival Photographed: 2021 By: Raphael Talisman American Indian Festival Photographed: 2021 By: Raphael Talisman American Indian Festival Photographed: 2022 By: Claude Langley American Indian Festival / 2018 Photographed: 2018 By: Khalil Gill American Indian Festival / 2018 Photographed: 2018 By: Khalil Gill American Indian Festival Pho

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