Meskwaki Nation Proclamation Day to be held at Meskwaki Rec Center Due to Flooding at Powwow Grounds

Due to the current flooding at the Meskwaki Powwow Grounds, the Meskwaki Nation Proclamation Day Events/Celebration will be held at the Meskwaki Rec Center.

Meskwaki Nation Proclamation Day

July 13, 2025 | Meskwaki Recreation Center

Join us for a day of celebration and community. Below is the schedule of events for this exciting day:


8:30 AM – Registration for Meskwaki Tribal Health Clinic (MTHC) Fun Run/Walk
Location: Rec Center
Get ready to kick off the day with the Fun Run/Walk! Register and receive a T-shirt.

9:00 AM – Flag Raising Ceremony

9:15 AM – MTHC Fun Run/Walk Begins
Run or walk to celebrate community health and wellness. Enjoy food, t-shirts, and door prizes along the way following the run/walk!

10:00 AM – Opening Prayer

10:00 AM – Youth Activities
Location: TBD
Fun games and water activities – be sure to bring a change of clothes!

10:00 AM – Co-Ed Cornhole Tournament
Location: Turf
Bring your partner and test your cornhole skills!

  • 1st Prize: $300 Visa Gift Card

  • 2nd Prize: $200 Visa Gift Card

  • 3rd Prize: $150 Visa Gift Card

  • 4th Prize: $100 Visa Gift Card
    Contact Vestana to sign up.

10:00 AM – Bone Dice Game
Location: Upstairs Lobby
Bring $2 in pennies and try your luck at Bone Dice and win prizes!
Contact Ramona to sign up.

12:00 PM – Lunch
Location: Concessions
Enjoy a delicious catered meal to fuel up for the afternoon’s events.

12:30 PM – Co-Ed Volleyball Tournament
Location: Volleyball Court
Gather your 7-player team and compete for 1st and 2nd Place!

  • 1st Prize: $75 Visa Gift Cards + T-shirts

  • 2nd Prize: $50 Visa Gift Cards
    Contact Kiyanna to sign up.

1:00 PM – Bingo
Location: Lower Level Classroom
Join us for a fun game of Bingo and win exciting prizes!

5:00 PM – Dinner
Location: Concessions
Enjoy a traditional meal for dinner to fuel up for the Powwow.

6:00 PM – Powwow Grand Entry
Location: Rec Center Gym
Grand Entry will be held at 6:00 pm. Dancers and singers will receive day money. All are invited to participate, and vendors and drums/singers are welcome!


We look forward to celebrating this special day with you. Don’t miss out on the fun, food, community, and prizes!