Traditional Native Games

Blowgun

About the Event

Traditionally, blowguns are made of hollowed-out river cane, and darts are made of bois d’arc or hickory wood. Players take a breath, take aim and let the dart fly. All are welcome to join in a favorite game or watch in fun and fellowship.

The first events are qualifiers for the Traditional Native Games Championship. After the championship, Cherokee National Holiday will feature its own traditional games tournaments! All games are open to the public, with free admission for competitors and spectators.

Categories & Awards
  • Top three placers at each location receive a t-shirt and an invitation to compete in the Traditional Native Games Championship (only one (1) shirt per sport per qualifier)
  • Top three placers at the championship will receive a cash award
Divisions
  • Men’s Division: Ages 13 & Up, 40 Feet
  • Women’s Division: Ages 13 & Up, 35 Feet
  • Youth Division: Ages 7 – 12, 20 Feet
  • Youth Division: Ages 6 & Under, TBD
Eligibility & Rules
Participant Information
  • Participants must supply their own blowgun

Event Details

03/21/26
– 08/29/26
Multiple Locations

Schedule of Events

Mar

21

Community Games Qualifier

Blowgun Qualifier

March 21, 2026
10:00 AM
– 12:00 PM

Women's Division, 10 AM
Men's Division, 10:30 AM
Youth Ages 6 & Under, 11 AM
Youth Ages 7-12, 11:30 AM

Apr

18

Community Games Qualifier

Blowgun Qualifier

April 18, 2026
10:00 AM
– 12:00 PM

Women's Division, 10 AM
Men's Division, 10:30 AM
Youth Ages 6 & Under, 11 AM
Youth Ages 7-12, 11:30 AM

May

2

Community Games Qualifier

Blowgun Qualifier

May 2, 2026
10:00 AM
– 12:00 PM

Women's Division, 10 AM
Men's Division, 10:30 AM
Youth Ages 6 & Under, 11 AM
Youth Ages 7-12, 11:30 AM

May

16

Community Games Qualifier

Blowgun Qualifier

May 16, 2026
10:00 AM
– 12:00 PM

Women's Division, 10 AM
Men's Division, 10:30 AM
Youth Ages 6 & Under, 11 AM
Youth Ages 7-12, 11:30 AM

Jun

6

Community Games Qualifier

Blowgun Qualifier

June 6, 2026
10:00 AM
– 12:00 PM

Women's Division, 10 AM
Men's Division, 10:30 AM
Youth Ages 6 & Under, 11 AM
Youth Ages 7-12, 11:30 AM

Jul

18

Community Games Qualifier

Blowgun Qualifier

July 18, 2026
10:00 AM
– 12:00 PM

Women's Division, 10 AM
Men's Division, 10:30 AM
Youth Ages 6 & Under, 11 AM
Youth Ages 7-12, 11:30 AM

Aug

29

Community Games Championship

Blowgun Championship

August 29, 2026
10:00 AM
– 12:00 PM

Women's Division, 10 AM
Men's Division, 10:30 AM
Youth Ages 6 & Under, 11 AM
Youth Ages 7-12, 11:30 AM

Mar

21

Community Games Qualifier

Blowgun Qualifier

March 21, 2026
10:00 AM
– 12:00 PM

Women's Division, 10 AM
Men's Division, 10:30 AM
Youth Ages 6 & Under, 11 AM
Youth Ages 7-12, 11:30 AM

Apr

18

Community Games Qualifier

Blowgun Qualifier

April 18, 2026
10:00 AM
– 12:00 PM

Women's Division, 10 AM
Men's Division, 10:30 AM
Youth Ages 6 & Under, 11 AM
Youth Ages 7-12, 11:30 AM

May

2

Community Games Qualifier

Blowgun Qualifier

May 2, 2026
10:00 AM
– 12:00 PM

Women's Division, 10 AM
Men's Division, 10:30 AM
Youth Ages 6 & Under, 11 AM
Youth Ages 7-12, 11:30 AM

May

16

Community Games Qualifier

Blowgun Qualifier

May 16, 2026
10:00 AM
– 12:00 PM

Women's Division, 10 AM
Men's Division, 10:30 AM
Youth Ages 6 & Under, 11 AM
Youth Ages 7-12, 11:30 AM

Jun

6

Community Games Qualifier

Blowgun Qualifier

June 6, 2026
10:00 AM
– 12:00 PM

Women's Division, 10 AM
Men's Division, 10:30 AM
Youth Ages 6 & Under, 11 AM
Youth Ages 7-12, 11:30 AM

Jul

18

Community Games Qualifier

Blowgun Qualifier

July 18, 2026
10:00 AM
– 12:00 PM

Women's Division, 10 AM
Men's Division, 10:30 AM
Youth Ages 6 & Under, 11 AM
Youth Ages 7-12, 11:30 AM

Aug

29

Community Games Championship

Blowgun Championship

August 29, 2026
10:00 AM
– 12:00 PM

Women's Division, 10 AM
Men's Division, 10:30 AM
Youth Ages 6 & Under, 11 AM
Youth Ages 7-12, 11:30 AM

Stay In the Know

Sign up to get the latest news, upcoming events and information about Cherokee National Holiday.