Event Information

Name: 18th Annual American Indian Festival
Start: 2026-10-17T11:00:00-05:00
End: 2026-10-17T16:00:00-05:00

In a grassy field, two women in traditional Native American dresses lead a procession. One of them carries a large flag on a pole.

18th Annual American Indian Festival

Saturday, October 17, 2026
11:00 am - 4:00 pm

Ticket Price: Free
Age: All Ages

Event Category: 250th Anniversary, All Ages, Arts, Festivals, Free, Heritage Celebrations, History, Outdoor Performance, Performance, Special Event

Patuxent River Park

301-627-6074 patuxentriverpark@pgparks.com 16000 Croom Airport Road
Upper Marlboro, MD 20772

Add to Calendar Saturday, October 17, 2026 11:00 am 10/17/2026 4:00 pm America/New_York 18th Annual American Indian Festival This vibrant celebration of Native American culture, heritage, and traditions offers diverse Native communities a space to honor and share their rich cultural legacy. <span class="tribe-address"> </span>

–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.—

Vendor applications have closed for the 2026 festival. Thank you for your interest!

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