Alabama-Coushatta Tribe of Texas Veterans Pow Wow 2026

Saturday, November 14, 2026

The Alabama-Coushatta Tribe of Texas invites the public to attend the Veterans Pow Wow on Saturday, November 14, 2026, at the Veteran’s Pavilion in Livingston, Texas! Join the community for an evening of Native American culture, dancing, contests, fellowship, and a special tribute honoring veterans and their service.

This free public event welcomes visitors to experience the traditions and spirit of the powwow while celebrating and recognizing the veterans in our communities.

Event Details:

• Event: Alabama-Coushatta Tribe of Texas Veterans Pow Wow
• Date: Saturday, November 14, 2026
• Location: Veteran’s Pavilion
• Street Address: 147 Daycare Road, Livingston, TX 77351
• Admission: Free
• Event Type: Public event

Schedule of Events:

• 4:00 PM: Gates Open
• 5:00 PM: Gourd Dance
• 6:00 PM: Grand Entry

Veterans Special:

Calling all Veterans to join us.  Dance in Regalia, Street Clothes, or Military Uniforms.

Dance Contests and Prize Information:

Golden Age Men and Women — Ages 55 and Up

• Golden Age Men and Golden Age Women will compete in combined categories.

Adult Men and Women — Ages 18–54

• Adult Men: Fancy, Grass, Straight, Traditional, and Chicken.
• Adult Women: Fancy Shawl, Jingle, Cloth, and Buckskin.

Teen Boys and Girls — Ages 12–17

• Teen Boys: Fancy, Grass, Traditional, and Straight.
• Teen Girls: Fancy Shawl, Jingle, Cloth, and Buckskin.

Junior Boys and Girls — Ages 7–11

• Junior Boys: Fancy, Grass, Traditional, and Straight (combined).
• Junior Girls: Fancy Shawl, Jingle, Cloth, and Buckskin (combined).

Tiny Tots — Ages 0–5

• Combined category.

Contest Prizes:

Golden Age

• 1st Place: $300
• 2nd Place: $200
• 3rd Place: $100

Adults

• 1st Place: $300
• 2nd Place: $200
• 3rd Place: $100

Teens

• 1st Place: $200
• 2nd Place: $150
• 3rd Place: $100

Juniors

• 1st Place: $150
• 2nd Place: $100
• 3rd Place: $75

Head Staff:

The event flyer lists the following head staff and officials:

• Head Man: Shaundai Poncho
• Head Woman: Monica Williams
• Head Gourd: Jason Williams
• Head Singer: Jackson Langley
• Head Northern Drum: Buffalo Boys
• MC: Herbert Johnson
• Arena Director: Sage Beene
• Head Judge: Roland Thompson

Vendors Information:

Vendor information is available through the event flyer’s vendor QR code. For vendor information and inquiries, please contact:

Mykiah Williams
Phone: (936) 933-1741

Location and Directions:

Veteran’s Pavilion
147 Daycare Road
Livingston, Texas 77351

Important Event Rules:

Please be aware of the following rules and notices listed by the organizers:

• Tribal law will be strictly enforced.
• No alcohol permitted.
• No weapons permitted.
• Event organizers are not responsible for accidents, damages, or lost or stolen items.

All attendees are asked to respect the event rules, the grounds, the traditions being shared, and fellow participants throughout the gathering.