35th Annual Cherokee County Mother's Day Indian Festival & Powwow

Rolling Thunder Enterprises and INDIO Trail brings the 35th Annual Cherokee County Indian Festival & Mother’s Day Powwow on Saturday, May 9th, and Sunday, May 10th, 2026, to Boling Park in Canton.

This north Georgia tradition features many favorite activities for the family including a Native American dance exhibition with CreeAtive: Native American Dancers & Educators. Hoop dancer, Aztec dancers; tipis; primitive skills; wildlife displays; Native American artisans; Save the Horses rescue group; train rides and other activities for children. A Mother’s Day Honor Dance and much more. The grand entry will take place at 1:00 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday.

Food will be served throughout the day and will include Native American cuisine such as buffalo burgers, roasted corn, Indian frybread, Indian tacos and other dishes.

The Indian Festival and powwow will take place rain or shine. Tickets will be on sale at the gate throughout the event, 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Saturday and 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Sunday. Children under age 5: free; children ages 6 to 12: $5; adults (13 and up): $15. Weekend passes will be available at the gate for $20.

For more information about parking, seating, picture taking and other questions, go to rthunder.com.