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Join Us Saturday, October 10, 2026! Parade: 9AM - 11AM | Open House: 12PM - 2PM
Native American Connections is excited to announce that registration is now open for the 42nd Annual NAC Parade! Check out our official parade poster and register to participate in our iconic celebration!
Help us celebrate Native culture, creativity, leadership, and community as we come together for another incredible year of Native American Recognition Days. Create a float or walk/perform with your group in our iconic parade. Registration open now through September 1, 2026.
We welcome participation from:
Tribal Governments | Native Organizations | Community Organizations | Schools & Youth Programs | Nonprofits | Businesses | Cultural Groups | Walking Groups | Floats & Vehicles
Check out last year's parade winners HERE! Thank YOU for making our 41st Annual NAC Parade an event to remember!
42nd Annual NAC Parade Details
Our 2026 Theme: "Voices That Shape Tomorrow"
Date: Saturday, October 10, 2026
Parade Time: 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM
Parade Line Up: Starts 8:00 AM
Parade Route: 3rd St & Virginia to Steele Indian School Park
Register to Participate
PISVC Open House & Indigenous Art Show
This year's Phoenix Indian School Visitor Center Open House, occurring from 12 PM - 2 PM following the parade, will feature an Indigenous Art Show celebrating Native creativity, expression, and storytelling. Additional information regarding submissions and participation opportunities will be released in June.
Youth Leadership Award
Native American Connections will once again recognize an outstanding young leader whose actions and service are helping shape the future of our communities - stay tuned for details!
We look forward to celebrating Native culture, community, creativity, and the voices that continue to shape tomorrow.
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