Wacipi—or powwow—is a traditional Native American gathering. It is a time for renewing friendships and making new ones, dancing, singing, and celebrating. Join us for the annual SMSC Wacipi August 15-17, 2025.
After a hot, yet exciting weekend full of dancing, drumming, and singing, we are glad to announce the winners of each category for this year’s Wacipi!
If you are unable to attend in-person, view the event on one of our livestreams.
The SMSC Wacipi and Mdewakanton Public Safety are offering free child safety wristbands to visitors to safely reunite lost children with their loved ones.
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Shakopee Mdewakanton Sioux Community
The Shakopee Mdewakanton Sioux Community is a federally recognized, sovereign Dakota tribal government located southwest of Minneapolis/St. Paul. Following a Dakota tradition of generosity, the SMSC is one of the top philanthropists in Minnesota and is the largest contributor to other tribal governments and causes across the country. It is a strong community partner and a leader in protecting and restoring natural resources. The SMSC’s government, Gaming Enterprise and various other enterprises are collectively the largest employer in Scott County and attract millions of visitors to the region.
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#TBT to last year`s #SMSCWacipi. The countdown to August 15 is on!
The Shakopee Mdewakanton Sioux Community invites you to the annual SMSC Wacipi, held August 15-17 in Shakopee, Minnesota. Visit the link in bio for more information and to book your stay at @MysticLakeCasino Hotel.
The Shakopee Mdewakanton Sioux Community invites you to the annual SMSC Wacipi, held August 15-17 in Shakopee, Minnesota. Visit the link in bio for more information and to book your stay at @MysticLakeCasino Hotel.
This is the final week to apply to be a vendor at the 2025 SMSC Wacipi on August 15-17!
Applications must be submitted by this Friday, February 28—apply now with the link in bio.
This is the final week to apply to be a vendor at the 2025 SMSC Wacipi on August 15-17!
Applications must be submitted by this Friday, February 28—apply now with the link in bio.
Interested in being a vendor at the 2025 SMSC Wacipi this summer? Apply now by following the link in bio.
Applications must be submitted by February 28, 2025.
Interested in being a vendor at the 2025 SMSC Wacipi this summer? Apply now by following the link in bio.
Applications must be submitted by February 28, 2025.
The SMSC Wacipi Committee has announced a number of additional Specials for Saturday’s Traditional SMSC Winter Wacipi schedule.
Saturday Afternoon:
Switch Dance
1st: $300
2nd: $200
3rd: $100
Saturday Evening
Team Dance
1st: $300
2nd: $200
3rd: $100
Sweetheart Dance
1st: $300
2nd: $200
3rd: $100
Dress Your Best
Ribbon Skirt
1st (Adult Woman): $200
1st (Youth Girls): $100
Appliqué Shirt
1st (Adult Men): $200
1st (Youth Boys): $100
The SMSC Wacipi Committee has announced a number of additional Specials for Saturday’s Traditional SMSC Winter Wacipi schedule.
Saturday Afternoon:
Switch Dance
1st: $300
2nd: $200
3rd: $100
Saturday Evening
Team Dance
1st: $300
2nd: $200
3rd: $100
Sweetheart Dance
1st: $300
2nd: $200
3rd: $100
Dress Your Best
Ribbon Skirt
1st (Adult Woman): $200
1st (Youth Girls): $100
Appliqué Shirt
1st (Adult Men): $200
1st (Youth Boys): $100
A winter weather advisory has been issued for portions of the SMSC this weekend.
At this time, the Traditional SMSC Winter Wacipi is scheduled to continue as planned. The SMSC Wacipi Committee and Mdewakanton Public Safety will continue to monitor the situation and any additional updates will be shared if necessary.
Visitors are encouraged to use good judgement and caution when traveling for the event.
A winter weather advisory has been issued for portions of the SMSC this weekend.
At this time, the Traditional SMSC Winter Wacipi is scheduled to continue as planned. The SMSC Wacipi Committee and Mdewakanton Public Safety will continue to monitor the situation and any additional updates will be shared if necessary.
Visitors are encouraged to use good judgement and caution when traveling for the event.