Crow Fair: The Teepee Capital of the World
Each year in mid-August, Crow Agency transforms into a vibrant cultural epicenter, where tradition, family, and celebration converge during Crow Fair—one of the largest and longest-running Native American gatherings in the country.
What began in 1904 as a celebration of harvest and community has grown into a two-week-long cultural festival that honors Apsáalooke heritage and brings together tribes from across North America. Often called the “Teepee Capital of the World,” Crow Fair earns this title as thousands of teepees fill the valley, creating the largest modern-day encampment of its kind. Rows of lodgepole pines and canvas stretch as far as the eye can see—an awe-inspiring sight and living symbol of the enduring strength of Crow culture.
A Celebration of Culture and Community
Crow Fair is more than just an event—it’s a homecoming, a family reunion, and a living tradition. The celebration includes:
- Daily powwows with dancing that continues late into the night, featuring dancers in stunning regalia and drum groups from across Indian Country.
- Parades each morning, where families showcase beautifully adorned horses, beadwork, and banners that represent their clans and heritage.
- Rodeos and horse races, highlighting the Apsáalooke’s renowned horsemanship and competitive spirit.
- Cultural exhibitions and craft markets, where artisans sell beadwork, quillwork, traditional clothing, and contemporary art.
- Honoring ceremonies that recognize elders, veterans, and community leaders.
More Than a Festival—A Way of Life
For the Crow people, Crow Fair is a time to reaffirm identity, renew spiritual ties, and pass on traditions to the next generation. The circle of teepees reflects the central values of kinship, generosity, and respect—core pillars of Apsáalooke life.
Visitors are welcomed with warmth and respect, and are encouraged to witness, learn, and celebrate alongside the community. Whether it’s the rhythmic pulse of the drum, the dazzling colors of the grand entry, or the smell of coffee welcoming friends and family to each camp, Crow Fair is a sensory and spiritual experience unlike any other.
What you Need to Know
- Events are open to the public.
- Event admission fees may vary, but cash will be required.
- Other details are to be announced closer to the event.
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Crow Fair is a community-led, non-profit celebration that honors Apsáalooke culture, traditions, and unity.
Your generous support helps keep this cherished event thriving for future generations—supporting everything
from powwow prizes and youth activities to cultural preservation and infrastructure.
If you’ve been moved by the experience or believe in the importance of Indigenous-led cultural events, we invite you to make a donation.
Every contribution—big or small—makes a difference.
Thank you for helping us keep the heartbeat of Crow Fair strong.
The Crow Fair Powwow is a 501(c)3 nonprofit (99-4585541). All donations are 100% tax-deductible.