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112th Cherokee Indian Fair
October 1 - October 5
Experience the vibrant culture and traditions of the Cherokee people at the Cherokee Indian Fair. Held annually in Cherokee, NC, this lively event features a variety of activities and attractions, including traditional dance performances, arts and crafts displays, cultural demonstrations, and authentic Cherokee cuisine.
Visitors can immerse themselves in the rich heritage of the Cherokee Nation while enjoying carnival rides, live music, and other entertainment. From storytelling sessions to competitive games and competitions, the Cherokee Indian Fair offers something for everyone to enjoy. Come join in the festivities and celebrate the spirit of the Cherokee community at this exciting event!
SCHEDULE OF EVENTS
Tuesday, October 1
Parade Day
3 PM – Parade Starts
6 PM – Welcoming/Color Guard, Opening Prayer, National Anthem/Cherokee Anthem, Introduction of Chief, Vice Chief & Tribal Council, Royalty & Grand Marshal Introductions
6 PM – Welcoming/Color Guard, Opening Prayer, National Anthem/Cherokee Anthem, Introduction of Chief, Vice Chief & Tribal Council, Royalty & Grand Marshal Introductions
7 PM – Storytelling
7:30 PM – Elem. Dancers & Singers
8:15 PM – J. Creek Cloggers
9 PM – Social Cherokee Dancing
11 PM – Gates Close
Pricing
13 Years Old & Older: $10.00
6-12 Years Old: $5.00
5 Years Old & Under: FREE
Wednesday, October 2
Children’s Day
8 AM – Gates Open
8 AM – Sign Ups For All Events Begins
9 AM – Registration For Skate Competition
9:45 AM– Baby Crawling Contest Begins
10 AM– Kids Ride Wristband Giveaway
10 AM – Skate Jam
10:30 AM– Bubble Gum Blowing Contest
11 AM – Longest Hair Contest
11 AM – Lunch
11:45 AM– Yard Challenge
12 PM– Rides Open
1:30 PM– Youth Stickball (6-9), Big Cove vs Wolfetown
2 PM– Leap of Faith Dance
2:30 PM– Youth Stickball (10-12), Big Cove vs Wolfetown
3 PM– Children’s Archery
4:30 PM– Children’s Corn Shucking
4:30 PM– Men’s Stickball, Big Cove vs Birdtown
5:30 PM– Princess Party
5:30 PM– Men’s Stickball, Wu de li gv vs Wolfetown
7 PM – Little & Jr. Miss Cherokee Pageant
9:15 PM– Lori & The Freight Shackers
11 PM– Gates Close
8 AM – Sign Ups For All Events Begins
9 AM – Registration For Skate Competition
9:45 AM– Baby Crawling Contest Begins
10 AM– Kids Ride Wristband Giveaway
10 AM – Skate Jam
10:30 AM– Bubble Gum Blowing Contest
11 AM – Longest Hair Contest
11 AM – Lunch
11:45 AM– Yard Challenge
12 PM– Rides Open
1:30 PM– Youth Stickball (6-9), Big Cove vs Wolfetown
2 PM– Leap of Faith Dance
2:30 PM– Youth Stickball (10-12), Big Cove vs Wolfetown
3 PM– Children’s Archery
4:30 PM– Children’s Corn Shucking
4:30 PM– Men’s Stickball, Big Cove vs Birdtown
5:30 PM– Princess Party
5:30 PM– Men’s Stickball, Wu de li gv vs Wolfetown
7 PM – Little & Jr. Miss Cherokee Pageant
9:15 PM– Lori & The Freight Shackers
11 PM– Gates Close
Pricing
17 Years Old & Under: FREE
18 Years Old & Older: $10.00
Thursday, October 3
Elder’s Day
8 AM – Gates Open/Breakfast for Elder’s
8 AM – Presentation of Colors
9 AM – Pre-Register for Cornhole
10 AM – Cornhole Tournament Begins
10 AM – Door Prizes
10:30 AM – Alfred & Maybelle
10:30 AM – Field Events Begins
11 AM – Lunch/Ice Breaker Questions
11:30 AM – Traditional Fashion Show
1 PM – Senior Miss Cherokee
1:30 PM – Elder’s Stickball
2 PM – Field Events End
2:30 PM – Chief’s Gifts
3 PM – Youth Stickball (10-12), Hummingbirds vs Big Cove
4:30 PM – Men’s Stickball, Birdtown vs Wolfetown
5:30 PM – Men’s Stickball, Big Cove vs Hummingbirds
7 PM – Teen & Miss Cherokee Pageant
9:15 PM – Tsalagi Idol
11 PM – Gates Close
8 AM – Presentation of Colors
9 AM – Pre-Register for Cornhole
10 AM – Cornhole Tournament Begins
10 AM – Door Prizes
10:30 AM – Alfred & Maybelle
10:30 AM – Field Events Begins
11 AM – Lunch/Ice Breaker Questions
11:30 AM – Traditional Fashion Show
1 PM – Senior Miss Cherokee
1:30 PM – Elder’s Stickball
2 PM – Field Events End
2:30 PM – Chief’s Gifts
3 PM – Youth Stickball (10-12), Hummingbirds vs Big Cove
4:30 PM – Men’s Stickball, Birdtown vs Wolfetown
5:30 PM – Men’s Stickball, Big Cove vs Hummingbirds
7 PM – Teen & Miss Cherokee Pageant
9:15 PM – Tsalagi Idol
11 PM – Gates Close
Pricing
59.5 Years Old & Older: FREE
17-59 Years Old: $10.00
6-12 Years Old: $5.00
5 Years Old & Under: FREE
Friday, October 4
Veteran’s Day
8 AM – Gates Open
11 AM – Veteran’s Lunch Served
12 PM – Opening Ceremonies, Presentation of Colors, Missing Man Table, Welcoming/Introductions, Principal Chief/Tribal Officials Welcoming, Welcoming Greg Richards, Quilts of Valor Presentation
1:30 PM – American Eagle Foundation
2 PM – Youth Stickball (6-9), Big Cove vs Hummingbirds
2:30 PM – Weapon Breakdown Contest
3 PM – MRE Eating Contest
3 PM – Youth Stickball (10-12), Wolfetown vs Hummingbirds
3:30 PM – Grenade Toss Contest
4 PM – Matt Stillwell
4 PM – Men’s Stickball, Big Cove vs Wu de li gv
5 PM – Men’s Stickball, Birdtown vs Hummingbirds
5:30 PM – Closing Ceremony
6 PM – Aniyvwiyahi Analsgisgi Dancers
7 PM – Cherokee Gong Show
9 PM – The CrÜe (MÖtley CrÜe Cover Band)
11 PM – Gates Close
11 AM – Veteran’s Lunch Served
12 PM – Opening Ceremonies, Presentation of Colors, Missing Man Table, Welcoming/Introductions, Principal Chief/Tribal Officials Welcoming, Welcoming Greg Richards, Quilts of Valor Presentation
1:30 PM – American Eagle Foundation
2 PM – Youth Stickball (6-9), Big Cove vs Hummingbirds
2:30 PM – Weapon Breakdown Contest
3 PM – MRE Eating Contest
3 PM – Youth Stickball (10-12), Wolfetown vs Hummingbirds
3:30 PM – Grenade Toss Contest
4 PM – Matt Stillwell
4 PM – Men’s Stickball, Big Cove vs Wu de li gv
5 PM – Men’s Stickball, Birdtown vs Hummingbirds
5:30 PM – Closing Ceremony
6 PM – Aniyvwiyahi Analsgisgi Dancers
7 PM – Cherokee Gong Show
9 PM – The CrÜe (MÖtley CrÜe Cover Band)
11 PM – Gates Close
Pricing
Veterans & Their Spouses: FREE
13 Years Old & Older: $10.00
6-12 Years Old: $5.00
5 Years Old & Under: FREE
Saturday, October 5
Community Day
8 AM – Gates Open
8 AM – Registration For All Events
9 AM – Cast Iron Lid Toss
9 AM – Chunky Game (Paintown)
10 AM – Storytelling/Dancing (Big Cove)
10 AM – Axe Throwing Contest (Wolfetown)
11 AM – Wood Chopping (Big Y)
11 AM – Frybread Contest (Yellowhill)
1 PM – Youth Stickball (6-9), Wolfetown vs Hummingbirds
2 PM – Archery
2 PM – Blowgun
2:30 PM – Teen Stickball, Wolfetown vs Big Cove
3:30 PM – Mens Stickball, Hummingbirds vs Wolfetown
4 PM – Adult Yard Challenge
4:30 PM – Men’s Stickball, Wu de li gv vs Birdtown
6:30 PM – Jordan Rainer
8 PM – Elvie Shane
9:30 PM – Midland > BUY TICKETS NOW
10:45 PM – Snagg Connection
12 AM – Gates Close
8 AM – Registration For All Events
9 AM – Cast Iron Lid Toss
9 AM – Chunky Game (Paintown)
10 AM – Storytelling/Dancing (Big Cove)
10 AM – Axe Throwing Contest (Wolfetown)
11 AM – Wood Chopping (Big Y)
11 AM – Frybread Contest (Yellowhill)
1 PM – Youth Stickball (6-9), Wolfetown vs Hummingbirds
2 PM – Archery
2 PM – Blowgun
2:30 PM – Teen Stickball, Wolfetown vs Big Cove
3:30 PM – Mens Stickball, Hummingbirds vs Wolfetown
4 PM – Adult Yard Challenge
4:30 PM – Men’s Stickball, Wu de li gv vs Birdtown
6:30 PM – Jordan Rainer
8 PM – Elvie Shane
9:30 PM – Midland > BUY TICKETS NOW
10:45 PM – Snagg Connection
12 AM – Gates Close
Pricing
13 Years Old & Older: $30.00
6-12 Years Old: $15.00
5 Years Old & Under: FREE
