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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!

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The SMSC Wacipi and Mdewakanton Public Safety are offering free child safety wristbands to visitors to safely reunite lost children with their loved ones.

The Shakopee Mdewakanton Sioux Community will honor that tradition at this year’s SMSC Wacipi by providing free backpacks with school supplies in support of Native youth, our neighbors, and Indian Country.

Don’t miss the excitement as the SMSC Wacipi celebrates its 22nd year at the Mall of America with exhibitions on August 14.

Book your room now and enjoy the excitement and amenities of Mystic Lake Casino Hotel during the SMSC Wacipi.

Join in the fun with the SMSC Wacipi 5K and Youth Run on Saturday, August 16, as part of the SMSC Wacipi weekend.

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!

Dancers gather from across the country to attend the annual SMSC Wacipi and participate in several dance categories where they compete for top honors.

Arts and crafts, paintings, jewelry, and other items will be available for sale, as well as a variety of Native American foods, both contemporary and traditional.

Dancing is a beautiful representation of Native American history and culture. Learn about the various women’s dance styles that take place during wacipi.

While beautiful and rewarding once complete, making regalia is a time-intensive process and is often intended to be with the dancer for years to come.

Dance and celebration have always been significant in the lives of Native Americans. Learn about the various men’s dance styles that you’ll see at wacipi.