Embracing Culture, One Step at a Time
The Senior Native Youth Olympics Games celebrate athletic excellence, cultural heritage, and community spirit. Open to high school students from across Alaska, participants will compete in traditional events like the One-Foot High Kick, Alaskan High Kick, and Knuckle Hop, showcasing skills once vital for survival. Join us for three days of competition, sportsmanship, and connection…
Celebration is the largest gathering of Tlingit, Haida and Tsimshian peoples, drawing thousands, including up to 2,000 dancers. It includes associated events, such as a Juried Art Show, Native artist market and parade, spread over multiple venues. The event is open to the public and all are welcome to attend. CONTACT: Kathy Dye, SHI Communications…
Celebrate the rich cultural heritage and athletic prowess of Alaska’s Indigenous peoples. Featuring traditional games like the ear pull, knuckle hop, and blanket toss. WEIO also includes native dance, a regalia parade, and the crowning of Miss WEIO.
Free family event. All drums and dance groups welcome! Will be taking place behind the Carlson Center.
Save the Date: The 2025 Annual AFN Convention will be held on October 16-18, 2025 in Anchorage, AK.
Grades: 7 – 12 (Invitation only) Community members are warmly invited to come together and support youth at the Big Bob Traditional Games. These games are more than competition. They are a reflection of Iñupiat values, strength, resilience, respect, and connection to one another. Athletes carry these teachings as they compete, honoring those who came…
Hosted by Kenaitze Indian Tribe & Salamatof Tribe Save the dates! Join us for three days of Native Youth Olympics (NYO) and a Saturday night concert you won’t want to miss. This invitational brings together youth athletes, families, and communities to celebrate strength, skill, and Indigenous tradition through NYO games. Alongside competition, the weekend centers…
Hosted by Chickaloon Village Traditional Council Join the community for the Chickaloon Native Youth Olympics (NYO) Invitational, part of the 2026 Indigenous Games community events. This invitational brings together youth athletes, families, and communities to celebrate strength, skill, and Indigenous tradition through NYO games. Alongside competition, the weekend centers culture, connection, and community gathering. Divisions:…
The West High Native Youth Olympics (NYO) Invitational brings together participants for a day of NYO competition grounded in Alaska Native traditions. Native Youth Olympics games reflect ways of life that value strength, balance, endurance, and respect for community knowledge. This event provides space for participants and supporters to gather, compete, and share in traditional…
The Eagle River Junior Native Youth Olympics (JNYO) Invitational is an invitation-only event focused on Junior NYO participation and traditional athletic practices. This invitational provides space for participants in grades 1st through 8th to engage in Native Youth Olympics games rooted in Alaska Native traditions and ways of life. Participation is limited to invited teams…
The 52nd Festival of Native Arts will celebrate the theme of Remembering Our Past to Strengthen Our Future!! Find more info at www.uaf.edu/festival/.
Experience the excitement of the 2025 Junior NYO Games! Celebrate the spirit of youth and cultural pride at the Junior Native Youth Olympics Games! This three-day event showcases athletic skills rooted in Alaska Native traditions, featuring events like the Seal Hop, Wrist Carry, and Two-Foot High Kick. Open to grades 1st through 8th, the games…
