2026 Festival of Native Arts
2026-02-26 00:00 - 2026-02-28 23:59 (America/Anchorage) | Davis Concert Gall, UAF Troth Yeddha’ Campus, 1708 Tanana Loop, Fairbanks, Alaska, 99775, United States
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/.

2026 Junior NYO Games
2026-02-27 08:30 - 2026-03-01 17:00 | Avis Alaska Sports Complex, 2801 Spirit Way, Anchorage, Alaska, 99508
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 promote sportsmanship, perseverance, and connection to cultural heritage.

For more information contact nyo@citci.org.

FREE admission for spectators

Arctic Winter Games – Dene and Arctic Sports
2026-03-08 08:00 - 2026-03-15 17:00 | Whitehorse, Canada, Canada
The Dene and Arctic Sports are among the traditional competitions featured during the Arctic Winter Games, an international event that brings together multiple contingents from across the circumpolar North, including Team Alaska.

While the Arctic Winter Games include a wide range of athletic and cultural events, Dene and Arctic Sports highlight traditional practices rooted in northern Indigenous ways of life. These competitions reflect skills shaped by land, climate, and lived experience, and continue to be shared and practiced within a contemporary international gathering.

Additional information and updates are available through:

Arctic Winter Games: https://www.awg2026.org/?r=0

Team Alaska: https://www.teamalaska.org/

Glennallen NYO Invitational
2026-03-20 00:00 - 2026-03-22 23:59 | Glennallen School, 1976 Aurora Drive, Glennallen, Alaska, 99588
The Glennallen Native Youth Olympics (NYO) Invitational will take place March 20–22.

Native Youth Olympics games reflect Alaska Native ways of life and emphasize strength, balance, endurance, and discipline through traditional athletic practices. This invitational provides an opportunity for participants to compete, represent their communities, and continue skills carried across generations.

Divisions: Junior, Senior, Open

This event is seeking helpers to assist during the event. Individuals interested in supporting the invitational are encouraged to connect with event organizers for more information.

For questions, contact Amanda Luiten at amandaluiten27@gmail.com.

North Slope Borough School District (NSBSD) NYO Regionals
2026-03-27 00:00 - 2026-03-28 23:59
Hosted by North Slope Borough School District

The NSBSD Native Youth Olympics (NYO) Regionals take place at Barrow High School, bringing together student-athletes from across the North Slope to compete in traditional NYO events.

Participants from all eight villages within the district, representing grades 7–12, will compete across 11 NYO events rooted in Alaska Native ways of life. The top two competitors in each event will qualify to represent NSBSD at the State NYO Competition in Anchorage, scheduled for April 16 – 18.

Community members are encouraged to attend and support participants as they compete and carry forward traditional athletic practices.

2026 Anchorage NYO Team Tryouts
2026-03-27 09:00 - 2026-03-28 17:00 | Grace Christian School, 12407 Pintail Street, Anchorage, Alaska, 99516
Open to Senior Games athletes in grades 7-12, or who are currently enrolled in a GED program within the Anchorage School District.

Athletes who place first and second in each event will secure their spots on the Anchorage A and B teams, representing the district at the Statewide Senior Native Youth Olympics Games.

🎟️ FREE admission for spectators

Contact nyo@citci.org for any questions.

Qutekcak Traditional Native Games Invitational
2026-04-03 00:00 - 2026-04-05 23:59 | Seward High School, 2100 Swetman Street, Seward, Alaska, 99664
Hosted by Qutekcak Native Tribe

The 2026 Qutekcak Traditional Native Games Invitational take place at Seward High School and feature traditional games that reflect Alaska Native ways of life, strength, and community connection.

This event provides space for participants to engage in traditional athletic practices while bringing together families, supporters, and community members to observe, encourage, and share in cultural traditions carried forward through generations.

Free Admission and open to the public.

Divisions: Junior, Senior and Open Adult

To register, contact adele.villa@mukluksotg.org.

For all other questions or more information, contact Krisnan Weston at program.manager@antak.org.

2026 Traditional Games
2026-04-10 10:00 - 2026-04-12 18:00 | Juneau-Douglas High School: Yadaa.at Kalé, 1639 Glacier Ave, Juneau, Alaska, 99801
The Ninth Annual Traditional Games will be held in Juneau from Friday through Sunday, April 10–12, 2026, bringing together participants and community members to celebrate Indigenous traditional games and cultural practices.

This event features 12 traditional games that reflect Indigenous ways of life, skill, and endurance. The games will be live streamed on the Sealaska Heritage Institute YouTube channel, allowing broader community access to the competitions.

Athlete registration will be available online beginning January 23 for eligible participants.

Divisions:

Open Division: 18+ adults out of high school

Middle School Division: 6th–8th grade

High School Division: 9th–12th grade

In addition to the games, artist market opportunities will be available during the event. Community members and artists are encouraged to visit the event website for full details, schedules, and participation information.

For questions, contact Kyle Worl at kworl@tlingitandhaida.gov

2026 Statewide Senior NYO Games
2026-04-16 09:00 - 2026-04-18 18:30 | Alaska Airlines Center, 3550 Providence Drive, Anchorage, Alaska, 99508
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 as athletes honor and preserve the traditions of Alaska Native cultures.

🎟️ FREE admission for spectators

Contact nyo@citci.org for more information

WEIO (World Eskimo-Indian Olympics)
2026-07-15 00:00 - 2026-07-18 23:59
The World Eskimo–Indian Olympics (WEIO) is an annual summer event that brings together Indigenous athletes, dancers, and community members to participate in traditional games and cultural activities rooted in Indigenous ways of life.

WEIO highlights traditional athletic practices that reflect strength, endurance, skill, and cultural knowledge developed through lived experience. Alongside athletic events, the gathering includes dance, vendors, and community participation that support cultural sharing and continuity.

Participation & Eligibility:Participation in WEIO activities is subject to eligibility requirements outlined in WEIO bylaws. Athletic participants must meet membership requirements and be at least 12 years of age. Additional registration and waiver requirements apply, particularly for participants under 18.

Full participation details and registration information are available through official WEIO website and Facebook.
