Miami Tribe of Oklahoma Events
IN NOOŠONKE SIIPIONKI ‘MIAMI, OK’ & KIIHKAYONKI ‘FORT WAYNE, IN’
NOTICE: Some events listed are for Miami Tribe citizens and their families.
Please note that not all events are open to the public and are reserved for tribal citizens and their families.
In the event of inclement or threatening weather, the contact for tribal emergency management is Mike Brown, (918) 919-1979, mbrown@mn-e.com
NOTE: PLEASE FOLLOW MIAMI NATION EVENTS ON FACEBOOK, AND THE HOMEPAGE AT MIAMINATION.COM FOR UPDATES OR CHANGES TO SCHEDULED EVENTS.
2026 Events:
Event dates, descriptions, RSVP information, and other helpful information can be found below under each title.
January 26-28 - noošonke siipionki ‘Miami, OK’
Join us for the 29th Annual Myaamia Winter Gathering, where we celebrate our heritage & culture with a weekend of cultural meals, stomp dances, informative presentations, and winter storytelling.
(Miami Tribe Community Event - not open to the public)
February 14 - noošonke siipionki ‘Miami, OK’ February 21 - kiihkayonki ‘Fort Wayne, IN’
This event celebrates the myaamia lunar new year! Learn about myaamia time-keeping, resources, and seasonal traditions, play games and win prizes!
(Miami Tribe Community Event - not open to the public)
April 4 - kiihkayonki ‘Fort Wayne, IN’
Come and see what Sprouts About the CREO property and share your own favorite seeds!
April 11 - noošonke siipionki ‘Miami, OK’
Spring has sprung, and that means lacrosse season has begun! Join us for a picnic, learn to use a myaamia stick in a skills competition, or join our community game for a friendly match.
May 2 - kiihkayonki ‘Fort Wayne, IN’
We cross into spring at the Cultural Resources Extension Office, with the year’s first lacrosse game!
June 15-19 - noošonke siipionki ‘Miami, OK’
We have something for all ages 6-102! Please join us for a week of immersive cultural education and fun in our camp-style summer programs in Oklahoma.
June 19 - noošonke siipionki ‘Miami, OK’
Join us for this mid-summer celebration with a community meal, lunar presentation, and enjoying the long days of summer.
June 24-27 - noošonke siipionki ‘Miami, OK’
This is our largest tribal event each year with community, cultural, and political significance, with workshops, games, presentations, the Annual Meeting with Tribal leadership, community meals, and dances.
July 13-17 - kiihkayonki ‘Fort Wayne, IN’
Please join us in Indiana for another week of immersive cultural education and fun in our camp-style summer programs.
July 17 - kiihkayonki ‘Fort Wayne, IN’
Join us during this mid-summer celebration trying cultural foods, engaging with community, and enjoying the CREO property.
August 8 - noošonke siipionki ‘Miami, OK’
Celebrate the end of summer at this carnival-style event! Hosted on the historic Drake House property, make memories riding carnival rides, playing myaamia games, and receive a backpack of school supplies!
Registration required.
September 12 - kiihkayonki ‘Fort Wayne, IN’
Hear Tribal Leadership update the community on important political events and decisions made at Annual Meeting. Spend an informative, fun-filled day with us!
October 17 - kiihkayonki ‘Fort Wayne, IN’
This event is SMASHING! Okay, not *literally,* but we will be painting pumpkins, swapping seeds, and more! Join the fun with your favorite chili, seeds, or simply a friend or family member!
More event information can be found on the Miami Tribe of Oklahoma Facebook page, at MYAAMIAKI Miami Tribe of Oklahoma (private members only page).
In the event of inclement/threatending weather, the contact for tribal emergency management is Mike Brown, (918) 919-1979, mbrown@mn-e.com
NOTE: PLEASE FOLLOW MIAMI NATION EVENTS ON FACEBOOK, AND THE HOMEPAGE AT MIAMINATION.COM FOR UPDATES OR CHANGES TO SCHEDULED EVENTS.
Where To Stay in Oklahoma
Buffalo Run Hotel - 8414 S. 580 Road, Miami, OK - Phone: (918) 542-2900
Days Inn - 2120 East Steve Owens Blvd., Miami, OK 74354 - Phone: 888-942-6215
Holiday Inn Express & Suites - 509 Hendley Avenue, Miami, OK - Phone: (918) 542-7424
Hampton Inn - 115 S. Deacon Turner Road, Miami, OK - Phone: (918) 541-1500
Microtel Inn & Suites - 2015 E. Steve Owen’s Blvd., Miami, OK - Phone: (918) 540-3333
To book a cabin in the Tribe’s Four Wings Park, contact Tera Hatley at 918-541-1300 or thatley@miamination.com
First come, first booked!
Note: No repeat guests from last year - if you stayed in a cabin last year you are not eligible to book again this year. We want to make sure others have an opportunity to stay.
