Each March, the Osage Nation Sovereignty Celebration honors a defining moment in our history—the ratification of the Osage Nation Constitution on March 11, 2006. This year is especially meaningful as we commemorate the 20th anniversary of our Constitution, a milestone that reflects our strength, resilience, and self-determination. Throughout the month, our people and community will come together to celebrate Osage sovereignty and look ahead to the future we continue to build together.
This webpage will serve as the central hub for all Sovereignty Celebration events, announcements, and updates. More events and details coming soon - stay tuned! Questions? Email communications@osagenation-nsn.gov.
2026 Sovereignty Celebration Schedule
Thursday, March 5
Wahzhazhe Fashion Show, Vendor Market, & Art Contest Gallery
6 pm Vendor Market & Art Contest Gallery Open
6:15 pm Welcome & Prayer
6:30 pm Art Contest Award Presentation
7 pm – 8 pm Fashion Show
9 pm Vendor Market & Art Contest Gallery Close
Osage Skyline Event Center
951 W. 36th St. North
Tulsa, OK
Friday, March 6
Wahzhazhe Cultural Night
5–9 pm.
Osage Skyline Event Center
951 W. 36th St. North
Tulsa, OK
Saturday, March 7
Sovereignty Celebration Dance
2 pm Gourd Dance
5 pm Supper Meal
6:30 pm War Dance
Osage Skyline Event Center
951 W. 36th St. North
Tulsa, OK
Friday, March 13
Sovereignty Festival
5-9 pm Live music by Osage Musicians & Indian Dice
5:30 pm supper catered by Tocabe
Wakon Iron Hall
181 Wakon Iron Bvld.
Pawhuska, OK
Saturday, March 21
Hominy Handgame
2 pm Handgame
5 pm Supper Meal
Hominy Community Building
102 Buffalo Ave.
Hominy, OK
Sunday, March 22
Elders Bingo
Transportation available courtesy of the Osage Nation Health System
1–3:30 pm.
Grayhorse Community Building
177 Kinney Drive
Fairfax, OK
Thursday, March 26
Coyote & the Ant and Coyote & the Bear Live Performances
Two performances: 1 pm and 7 pm
Constantine Theater
110 W Main St, Pawhuska, OK
Friday, March 27
Wahzhazhe Trivia Night
7–9 pm
Mockingbird Ballroom, Osage Casino & Hotel (Pawhuska)
1421 John Dahl Ave
Pawhuska, OK
Saturday, March 28
Osage Nation Trails Fun Run/Walk & Farmers' Market
10 am - 3 pm Farmers' Market
10 am Fun Run/Walk Begins at the Osage Nation Health Complex Entry
11 am - 3 pm Family Fun Games
Harvest Land Farmers' Market
102 Midland St.
Pawhuska, OK
Monday, March 30
3:30 pm: Time Capsule Burying, Osage Nation Campus, Million Dollar Elm Location
Tuesday, March 31
Premiere of Watsi: Embracing the Zonzoli Ilonshka (short film)
6 pm
Osage Nation Museum
819 Grandview Ave.
Pawhuska, OK
As part of the 2026 Osage Nation Sovereignty Celebration, we are proud to host the Wahzhazhe Youth Art Contest, inviting Wahzhazhe youth ages 4 to 18 to share their creativity and cultural expression. Youth may submit original artwork in a variety of categories, including painting, drawing, graphic art, photography, and cultural arts such as beadwork, yarnwork, and ribbonwork. Now is the perfect time to start your creation!
Artwork may be dropped off February 9–13 at the Osage Nation Visitors Center, located at 602 E. Main Street in Pawhuska, Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. A parent or guardian must complete an entry and consent form at the time of drop-off. Closed judging will take place February 18–20, and selected artwork will be displayed on March 5, 2026, at the Skyline Event Center at Osage Casino Tulsa. More details coming soon!
A special thanks to the Osage Nation Foundation for sponsoring this event.
You can download the entry/consent form here. Questions? Email communications@osagenation-nsn.gov.
The annual Osage Nation Sovereignty Celebration Dance, held on March 7, marks the official kickoff of Sovereignty Month. This signature event brings our community together to honor Osage culture, tradition, and sovereignty through song, dance, and shared celebration. As one of the most anticipated gatherings of the month, the Sovereignty Celebration Dance sets the tone for a meaningful March filled with unity.
A special thanks to Osage Casino & Hotel for sponsoring this event.