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Over the past 42 years, the Gathering of Nations[1] has grown from a simple dream into one of North America's most celebrated annual festivals, known for its fair competitions, cultural significance, and impactful community outreach.
| Gathering of Nations | |
|---|---|
 Gathering of Nations, Albuquerque, NM - April 2007 | |
| Genre | Pow wow |
| Dates | 24-26, April 2025 |
| Location(s) | Expo New Mexico 300 San Pedro NE Albuquerque, NM 87108 |
| Years active | Since 1983, at the University of New Mexico |
| Attendance | Over 105,000 (2023)[2] |
| Website | Official website |
The Gathering of Nations is the largest pow-wow in the United States and North America.[3] It is held annually on the fourth weekend in April, on the Powwow Grounds at Expo NM, in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Over 565 tribes from around the United States and 220 from Canada travel to Albuquerque to participate. Tens of thousands of spectators attend each year.[4] The event has a significant economic impact, generating approximately $24 million for Albuquerque in 2019.[5] The Gathering of Nations employs nearly 300 people during the event.[6] The parent company, Gathering of Nations, Ltd. produces the annual powwow.[7]
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