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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! We would also like to thank everyone who participated and attended.

Check out the official 2023 SMSC Wacipi Craft and Food Vendors list!

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

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.