Native American New Year’s Eve Sobriety Powwow

Photo courtesy of Native American Rehabilitation Association

Looking for a sober NYE celebration full of tradition? Head to the convention center for the 37th annual Native American New Year’s Eve Sobriety Powwow.

The event is hosted by the Native American Rehabilitation Association of the Northwest. The organization provides education, physical and mental health services, and substance abuse treatment that is culturally appropriate to American Indians, Alaska Natives and anyone in need.

Here are the details about the 2024 event:

Native American New Year’s Eve Sobriety Powwow

The Native American New Year’s Eve Sobriety Powwow is one of the largest sobriety powwows in the country. In its 37th year, Native Americans and community members welcome in the new year with drums, songs, dance and not a drop of alcohol. 

On Sunday, December 31, this family-friendly event will host activities and entertainment. Here’s the event schedule:

1 p.m. Youth activities.

4:30 p.m. Aztec dancers.

6 p.m. Evening Grand Entry.

9:30 p.m. Sobriety Countdown

12 a.m. Happy New Year!

This is a free event and all are welcome to attend. This is an alcohol, drug and commercial tobacco free event.

This year, the event is back at the Oregon Convention Center, 777 NE Martin Luther King, Jr. Blvd. in Portland. 

For more information, visit NARA’s Facebook page.