Traditional Native Games

Cornstalk Shootout

About the Event

At a cornstalk shoot, players use bows of many compositions and designs in a variety of divisions. The object of the game is to pierce as many stalks as you can with the arrow. 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 16 & Up
  • Women’s Division: Ages 16 & Up
  • Youth Division: Ages 13-15
  • Youth Division: Ages 8-12
Eligibility & Rules
Participant Information
  • Participants must supply their own bow and equipment

Event Details

03/21/26
– 08/29/26
10:00 AM
– 1:00 PM
Multiple Locations

Schedule of Events

Mar

21

Community Games Qualifier

Cornstalk Shoot Qualifier

March 21, 2026
10:00 AM
– 1:00 PM

Men's Division, 10 AM
Women's Division, 10 AM
Youth Division Ages 8-12, 11:30 AM
Youth Division Ages 13-15, 11:30 AM

Apr

18

Community Games Qualifier

Cornstalk Shoot Qualifier

April 18, 2026
10:00 AM
– 1:00 PM

Men's Division, 10 AM
Women's Division, 10 AM
Youth Division Ages 8-12, 11:30 AM
Youth Division Ages 13-15, 11:30 AM

May

2

Community Games Qualifier

Cornstalk Shoot Qualifier

May 2, 2026
10:00 AM
– 1:00 PM

Men's Division, 10 AM
Women's Division, 10 AM
Youth Division Ages 8-12, 11:30 AM
Youth Division Ages 13-15, 11:30 AM

May

16

Community Games Qualifier

Cornstalk Shoot Qualifier

May 16, 2026
10:00 AM
– 1:00 PM

Men's Division, 10 AM
Women's Division, 10 AM
Youth Division Ages 8-12, 11:30 AM
Youth Division Ages 13-15, 11:30 AM

Jun

6

Community Games Qualifier

Cornstalk Shoot Qualifier

June 6, 2026
10:00 AM
– 1:00 PM

Men's Division, 10 AM
Women's Division, 10 AM
Youth Division Ages 8-12, 11:30 AM
Youth Division Ages 13-15, 11:30 AM

Jul

18

Community Games Qualifier

Cornstalk Shoot Qualifier

July 18, 2026
10:00 AM
– 1:00 PM

Men's Division, 10 AM
Women's Division, 10 AM
Youth Division Ages 8-12, 11:30 AM
Youth Division Ages 13-15, 11:30 AM

Aug

29

Community Games Championship

Cornstalk Shoot Championship

August 29, 2026
10:00 AM
– 1:00 PM

Men's Division, 10 AM
Women's Division, 10 AM
Youth Division Ages 8-12, 11:30 AM
Youth Division Ages 13-15, 11:30 AM

Mar

21

Community Games Qualifier

Cornstalk Shoot Qualifier

March 21, 2026
10:00 AM
– 1:00 PM

Men's Division, 10 AM
Women's Division, 10 AM
Youth Division Ages 8-12, 11:30 AM
Youth Division Ages 13-15, 11:30 AM

Apr

18

Community Games Qualifier

Cornstalk Shoot Qualifier

April 18, 2026
10:00 AM
– 1:00 PM

Men's Division, 10 AM
Women's Division, 10 AM
Youth Division Ages 8-12, 11:30 AM
Youth Division Ages 13-15, 11:30 AM

May

2

Community Games Qualifier

Cornstalk Shoot Qualifier

May 2, 2026
10:00 AM
– 1:00 PM

Men's Division, 10 AM
Women's Division, 10 AM
Youth Division Ages 8-12, 11:30 AM
Youth Division Ages 13-15, 11:30 AM

May

16

Community Games Qualifier

Cornstalk Shoot Qualifier

May 16, 2026
10:00 AM
– 1:00 PM

Men's Division, 10 AM
Women's Division, 10 AM
Youth Division Ages 8-12, 11:30 AM
Youth Division Ages 13-15, 11:30 AM

Jun

6

Community Games Qualifier

Cornstalk Shoot Qualifier

June 6, 2026
10:00 AM
– 1:00 PM

Men's Division, 10 AM
Women's Division, 10 AM
Youth Division Ages 8-12, 11:30 AM
Youth Division Ages 13-15, 11:30 AM

Jul

18

Community Games Qualifier

Cornstalk Shoot Qualifier

July 18, 2026
10:00 AM
– 1:00 PM

Men's Division, 10 AM
Women's Division, 10 AM
Youth Division Ages 8-12, 11:30 AM
Youth Division Ages 13-15, 11:30 AM

Aug

29

Community Games Championship

Cornstalk Shoot Championship

August 29, 2026
10:00 AM
– 1:00 PM

Men's Division, 10 AM
Women's Division, 10 AM
Youth Division Ages 8-12, 11:30 AM
Youth Division Ages 13-15, 11:30 AM

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