Shows & Markets | Cherokee National Holiday

Cherokee Artisan Marketplace

Buy handmade, original works from Cherokee artisans at this exclusive event on Cherokee National Capitol Square.

Schedule

August 31, 2024 – September 1, 2024
9 AM – 3 PM

Directions

Cherokee National History Museum, Capitol Square
101 S Muskogee Ave
Tahlequah, OK 74464

Cherokee Homecoming Art Show

This annual show of beautiful, handmade artistry features quilts, wall hangings, purses, clothing and all forms of handmade quilting art. Quilts must have been made within the last five years.

Schedule

Thursday – Sunday
August 29, 2024 – September 1, 2024
10 AM – 4 PM

Directions

The Gallery at Cherokee Springs Plaza
3337 Cherokee Springs Rd
Tahlequah, OK 74464

Cherokee National Holiday Art Show

The 19th Annual Cherokee Art Show & Sale is a four-day event honoring Native art and artists. Many participating artists are Cherokees who specialize in Southeastern art forms, and the show is open to all federally recognized Native American artists at all skill levels: from those who are just starting out in their careers to nationally known and award-winning artists.

Schedule

Friday, August 30, 2024
12 – 8 PM

Saturday, August 31, 2024
9 AM – 5 PM

Sunday, September 1, 2024
10 AM – 3 PM

Directions

Chota Conference Center, Rooms 1 & 6
Cherokee Casino Tahlequah
3307 Seven Clans Ave
Tahlequah, OK 74464

Cherokee National Holiday Car Show

Check out old-school and new-school whips and rides at the Car Show, presented by Cherokee Casino Tahlequah.

Registration

Registration Fee – $20 cash only (day of event)
Registration is on the south side of the casino

Schedule

Sunday, September 1, 2024
9 AM – 2 PM

Directions

Cherokee Casino Tahlequah
3307 Seven Clans Ave
Tahlequah, OK 74464

Contact

Kathryn Jackson
[email protected]
918.729.9860

Cherokee National Holiday Quilt Show

This annual show of beautiful, handmade artistry features quilts, wall hangings, purses, clothing and all forms of handmade quilting art. Quilts must have been made within the last five years.

Schedule

Friday, August 30, 2024
12 – 8 PM

Saturday, August 31, 2024
9 AM – 5 PM

Sunday, September 1, 2024
10 AM – 3 PM

Directions

Chota Conference Center, Rooms 2 & 3
Cherokee Casino Tahlequah
3307 Seven Clans Ave
Tahlequah, OK 74464

Contact

For questions regarding the Quilt Show or submissions, please contact Debra Harl at 918.316.3589 or [email protected].

Quilts must have been made within the last 5 years (July 2019 – July 2024) Entry forms must be received by August 23, 2024. Please allow time for mailing.

Inter-Tribal Powwow Marketplace

Enjoy artisan gifts and concessions during the Cherokee National Holiday Inter-Tribal Powwow.

Schedule

Friday, August 30, 2024
4 – 10 PM

Saturday, August 31, 2024
3 – 10 PM

Directions

Cherokee Nation Cultural Grounds
16967-16999 W 810 Rd
Tahlequah, OK 74464

Youth Livestock Jackpot Show

Join us for the Cherokee National Holiday two-day jackpot event featuring swine, goats, and sheep.

Registration

This will be a Blow & Go Show with a $25 entry fee per animal. Showmanship participation is available for an additional $5. Weight limit is 10 lbs. on pigs over the top of the class and 5 lbs. on goats and sheep over the top of class.

Open to Cherokee Nation citizens and citizens of other federally recognized tribes entering 12th grade or below as of August 2024. Proof of citizenship must be provided upon registration.

Swine Show Registration
Friday, August 23, 2024
5 – 7 PM

Goat Show Registration
Saturday, August 24, 2024
8 – 9:30 PM

Sheep Show Registration
Saturday, August 24, 2024
2 PM

Schedule

The Livestock barn will open to the public at noon on Friday and 7 a.m. on Saturday.

Swine Show
Friday, August 23, 2024
8 PM

Goat Show
Saturday, August 24, 2024
10:30 AM

Sheep Show
Saturday, August 24, 2024
Show starts one hour after Goat Show.

Directions

Cherokee Livestock Arena
1475 N Douglas Ave
Tahlequah, OK 74464

Contact

For more information, contact Stephanie Hammons at 918.931.2802 or Stephanie Osborn at 918.525.2093.

Events

Shows & Markets

We’ve kept this show going for more than 70 years. Our variety of free shows and markets make it a weekend to remember. And don’t forget to take a memento back home with you.

Upcoming Events

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