WATCH and EXPERIENCE WACIPI 2025!
Wacipi—or powwow—is a traditional Native American gathering. It is a time for renewing friendships and making new ones, dancing, singing, and celebrating. Join us for the annual SMSC Wacipi August 15-17, 2025.
After a hot, yet exciting weekend full of dancing, drumming, and singing, we are glad to announce the winners of each category for this year’s Wacipi!
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Shakopee Mdewakanton Sioux Community
The Shakopee Mdewakanton Sioux Community is a federally recognized, sovereign Dakota tribal government located southwest of Minneapolis/St. Paul. Following a Dakota tradition of generosity, the SMSC is one of the top philanthropists in Minnesota and is the largest contributor to other tribal governments and causes across the country. It is a strong community partner and a leader in protecting and restoring natural resources. The SMSC’s government, Gaming Enterprise and various other enterprises are collectively the largest employer in Scott County and attract millions of visitors to the region.
Congratulations to the champions of the Youth Moccasin Games Tournament at the 2025 SMSC Wacipi, Sota Yacin He? (Shakopee Mdewakanton Sioux Community). Thank you to all teams that participated in our first ever youth tournament!
Congratulations to the grand champions of the Moccasin Games Tournament at the 2025 SMSC Wacipi, Red Lake (Red Lake Band of Chippewa). With this victory, they have now been tournament champions for three consecutive years. Thank you to all teams that participated!
A sneak peak at some of the incredible regalia from this weekend!❤️💛💚🧡 #smscwacipi
Don`t miss the last day to visit all the amazing craft vendors! #smscwacipi
What foods do you look forward to the most?
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There are still spots open to register for the Vincent Ross Memorial Special. The event will be held on Saturday, August 16, at 4:30pm.
The SMSC is once again providing free backpacks with school supplies in support of Native youth, our neighbors, and Indian Country at this year’s SMSC Wacipi. Students and guardians can stop by the backpack location near the Dance Arena today, Saturday, August 16 until 11pm to pick up a free backpack while supplies last. Learn more by visiting the link in bio.
Naming Ceremony and Specials are now at 11am and have been moved back to the Arena for today.
