Miccosukee Tribe Celebrates 50th Anniversary of the Indian Arts & Crafts Festival

Miami, FL – November 21, 2024 – The Miccosukee Tribe of Indians of Florida is excited to announce the 50th Anniversary of the Indian Arts & Crafts Festival, taking place from December 26 to 29, 2024, from 9 AM to 5 PM at the historic Miccosukee Indian Village festival grounds.

Since the 1970s, this festival has celebrated the diverse cultures of Native American Tribes and has become a cherished winter tradition in South Florida. Set in the beautiful Everglades, it offers a unique opportunity to explore our rich heritage.

Over the four days, attendees will enjoy live performances, an artisan market, authentic cuisine, alligator shows, and storytelling sessions. Exclusive commemorative merchandise will also be available.

Highlights include performances by two-time Grammy nominee Joe Tohonnie Jr. and the White Mountain Apache Crown Dancers, the Native Pride Dancers led by world-champion fancy dancer Larry Yazzie, and a special performance by Sicangu Lakota musician and educator Frank Waln. Additionally, actor and comedian Tatanka Means, who represents the Navajo, Oglala Lakota, and Omaha Nations and is well known for his roles in “Killers of the Flower Moon” and “The Son,” will make a celebrity appearance on Saturday, December 28.

“Our Tribe takes great pride in uniting various Tribes to celebrate our Native American heritage,” said Talbert Cypress, Chairman of the Miccosukee Tribe. “We welcome thousands of visitors each year to immerse themselves in our vibrant culture. This is a great milestone in our journey, and we can’t wait to celebrate it with all of you.”

Presale tickets are available with a 10% discount when purchased on or before Friday, November 29. Find tickets on Eventbrite and more information at Miccosukee.com. Follow us on Instagram for updates @miccosukeeindianvillage.

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The Miccosukee Indian Village, founded in 1972 and operated by the Miccosukee Tribe of Indians of Florida, is home to the Tribe’s history and traditions, providing an authentic cultural experience for its visitors, featuring an interactive museum, arts and crafts demonstrations, airboat rides through the Everglades, a gift shop, and world renowned alligator wrestling shows. It is located 30 minutes west of the Florida Turnpike, in the heart of the Florida Everglades, on Mile Marker 35 on U.S. Highway 41. For information, call 305-552-8365. Discover our world at Miccosukee.com/village.