Ute Mountain Roundup

Ute Mountain Roundup 2022
Ute Mountain Roundup 2022

June 9 - 11, 2022

Ute Mountain Roundup

Montezuma County Fairgrounds

PRCA Rodeo & Special Events

Ute Mountain Casino Hotel is the proud Platinum sponsor of a wonderful annual tradition for the whole family – The Ute Mountain Roundup, June 9 – 11 in Cortez! Watch these amazing athletes in the rodeo arena starting every night at 7pm. Tickets sell out fast, get them today!

Ute Mountain Roundup 2022 Schedule
Thursday June 9th, 2022Rodeo Slack at 9:00 am
Rodeo Performance at 7:00 pm
Concert to follow till 11:00 pm/Midnight
Friday June 10th, 2022Golf Tournament at 8:00 am at the Conquistador Golf Course
Rodeo Performance at 7:00 pm
Concert to follow till 11:00 pm/Midnight
Saturday June 11th, 2022Rodeo Performance at 7:00 pm
Concert to follow till 11:00 pm/Midnight
PLUS
  • Each night’s performance includes Kids Mutton Bustin’ and Stick Horse Races
  • Nightly After Party
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About Ute Mountain Casino

Ute Mountain Casino opened 30 years ago as the region’s first casino, and we’re STILL THE ONE for fun and excitement! Hit jackpots in our casino, wager in our sportsbook, and play the largest Bingo in the area! Plus, there’s amazing dining, luxury accommodations, a mountainside RV park, and an easy-access travel center. Food, fuel, fun — it’s all here!

LocationMontezuma County Fairgrounds
30100 US-160
Cortez, Colorado 81321

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Date & TimeJune 9 - 11, 2022
Rodeo starts at 7pm nightly

AdmissionPurchase Tickets Online

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Where to Stay

From the relaxing comfort of a Queen room to the luxury of a King Suite, enjoy all-indoor access to the casino and near by attractions.
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Where to Eat

Kuchu's Restaurant, located inside the Casino serves breakfast, lunch and dinner! Need a quick bite? Visit our Snack Bar.
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Where to Play

The casino floor is packed with over 700 slot machines, Vegas-style table games, a spacious bingo hall, and a brand new Sportsbook.
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133rd Bear Dance

Bear Dance 2022 Ute Mountain Ute Tribe
Bear Dance 2022 Ute Mountain Ute Tribe

June 3 - 6, 2022

133rd Bear Dance

Bear Dance Grounds, Towaoc, CO

133rd Bear Dance Schedule

Friday, June 3rd, 2022

Bear Dance Starts – 10:30 am 

Handgame – Open Games

Powwow – 7pm

Saturday, June 4, 2022

BEAR DANCE – All Day

Parade – 10am

Bear Dance Walk
Registration: 8am – Front of Recreation Center
Walk Starts @ 8:30 am

Hand Game Tournament
Registration: 12pm – 2pm @ handgame tent next to bear dance grounds
Game Starts @ 2:30 pm sharp

Co-ed Softball Tournament: 8am

Pow Wow – All Day

Sunday, June 5, 2022

Bear Dance – All Day

Monday, June 6, 2022

Bear Dance – All Day Feast

Bear Dance Chiefs

Terry Knight Sr.

Farley Ketchum Sr.

Mark Wing

Austin Jacket

Terry Knight Jr.

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LocationBear Dance Grounds
Towaoc, Colorado

Date & TimeJune 3 - 6, 2022
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Masks are not mandated but we strongly advise you for your safety and others please wear a mask. We ask that you follow all tribal covid guidelines. The tribe is not responsible nor liable in any way should you attain the covid. During these times of uncertainty due to covid events are subject to change.

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Plan Your Visit

Where to Stay

From the relaxing comfort of a Queen room to the luxury of a King Suite, enjoy all-indoor access to the casino and near by attractions.
VIEW HOTEL

Where to Eat

Kuchu's Restaurant, located inside the Casino serves breakfast, lunch and dinner! Need a quick bite? Visit our Snack Bar.
VIEW DINING

Where to Play

The casino floor is packed with over 700 slot machines, Vegas-style table games, a spacious bingo hall, and a brand new Sportsbook.
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Job Fair

Don’t miss our Job Fair on Thursday, November 17th from 10am – 3 pm upstairs on the Rotunda. Find all of the details and see what positions are available.

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Fireworks Show Four Corners

Monday, July 3rd, 2023

Fireworks Show Four Corners

Live Music, Fireworks and Fun!

Still the Place to Celebrate

FREE Event at Ute Mountain Casino

Join us Monday, July 3rd 2023 for the Largest Fireworks show in the Four Corners at Ute Mountain Casino! Families will have a fun-filled day with amazing food vendors and fun carnival rides! Starting at 4PM in the rodeo area — followed by an evening of rocking tribute bands like Fenders II, 4PM to 7PM pm and then The King of Queens 7:30PM to 9PM. ALL AGES WELCOME!

The spectacular fireworks show begins at dusk! Don’t miss it! Join us for an unforgettable night at Ute Mountain Casino!

July 3rd Schedule
4 pm: Food Vendors & Carnival RidesFamilies can enjoy a fun-filled day in the rodeo area with amazing food and carnival rides!
4pm - 7pm: Fenders IIEnjoy live music with Fenders II from 4pm to 7pm
7:30pm - 9pm: King of QueensEnjoy live music with The King of Queens from 7:30pm to 9pm.
Dusk: Spectacular Fireworks display under the stars!Watch the night sky come alive!
PLUS
  • Free Entry
  • Free Parking
  • All Ages Welcome!

Make plans now to celebrate the 4th of July weekend with us and experience the spectacular fireworks show in Four Corners! 

It’s all FREE at Ute Mountain Casino Hotel. Don’t miss it!

Special Holiday Buffets at Kuchus

Kuchus 4th of July Buffets Holidays Independence Day

About Ute Mountain Casino

Ute Mountain Casino opened 30 years ago as the region’s first casino, and we’re STILL THE ONE for fun and excitement! Hit jackpots in our casino, wager in our sportsbook, and play the largest Bingo in the area! Plus, there’s amazing dining, luxury accommodations, a mountainside RV park, and an easy-access travel center. Food, fuel, fun — it’s all here!

LocationUte Mountain Casino Hotel
3 Weeminuche Drive
Towaoc, Colorado 81334

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Date & TimeMonday, July 3rd, 2023
Events start at 4pm
Fireworks at Dusk

AdmissionFREE Entry
FREE Parking

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Plan Your Visit

Where to Stay

From the relaxing comfort of a Queen room to the luxury of a King Suite, enjoy all-indoor access to the casino and near by attractions.
VIEW HOTEL

Where to Eat

Kuchu's Restaurant, located inside the Casino serves breakfast, lunch and dinner! Need a quick bite? Visit our Snack Bar.
VIEW DINING

Where to Play

The casino floor is packed with over 700 slot machines, Vegas-style table games, a spacious bingo hall, and a brand new Sportsbook.
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POW WOW 2023

Pow Wow 2023 Ute Mountain Casino August Promo
Pow Wow 2023 Ute Mountain Casino August Promo

August 18 - 20, 2023

Pow Wow

Ute mountain ute tribe

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Pow Wow 2023 DETAILS

Every year, Ute Mountain Casino Hotel is proud to host the annual Ute Mountain Ute Tribe Pow Wow at Indian Village. Special events include the Blessing of the Grounds and Flag Raising, Gourd Dance, an Indian Market with Vendors for Food, Arts & Crafts; Grand Entry, and the thrilling Drum and Dance. Don’t miss this memorable opportunity to immerse yourself in the Native American culture.  

POW WOW 2023 Features:

MC - Chris Eagle HawkOglala Lakota
Oglala, SD
Arena Director - Rick Grant SrOmaha
Montezuma Creek, UT
Head Drum JudgeEmmanuel Black Bear
Oglala Lakota
Pine Ridge, SD
Head Gourd DancerKenneth Joe Sr
Dine'
Montezuma Creek, UT
Pow Wow ChairmanReggie Lopez

Pow Wow 2023 Schedule

Friday, August 18th

7:00am – Morning Prayer; Blessing of ground
7:15am – Raising of Flags
8:00am – Indian Market opens
5:00pm – Gourd Dancing
7:00pm – Grand Entry
8:00pm – Pow-wow starts (exhibition)
11:45pm – Pow-wow concludes

Saturday, August 19th

10:00am – Indian Market opens
11:00am – Gourd dance starts
1:00pm – Grand entry
2:30pm – Contesting all Categories
5:00pm – Gourd dancing
7:00pm – Grand Entry
8:25pm – Contesting All Categories
11:00pm – Pow-wow Concludes

Sunday, August 20th

10:00am – Indian Market opens
11:00am – Gourd Dancing
1:00pm – Grand Entry
2:15pm – Tie breakers
3:00pm – Announcing of Winners
4:00pm – Pow-wow Concludes

HandGame Tournament

August 19th, 2023

$10,000

Registration 11:30 am – 1:30 pm

Tournament Start at 2:00 pm

Indian Village at Ute Mountain Casino Hotel

True Double Elimination Tournament

  • 1st Place $5,000
  • 2nd Place $3,000
  • 3rd Place $2,000
Handgame Tournament Ute Mountain Casino Pow Wow 2022

August 20th, 2022

$10,000

Registration 9:00 am – 11:00 am

The tournament starts at 12:30 pm

5 – Man Team – True double-elimination tournament

Indian Village at Ute Mountain Casino Hotel

Ute Mountain Ute Tribe & Casino is not responsible for theft, accidents or loss, No Firearms, Drugs or Alcohol Allowed.

LocationUte Mountain Casino Hotel
3 Weeminuche Drive
Towaoc, Colorado 81334

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Date & TimeAugust 18th, 19th & 20th, 2023

AdmissionFREE Entry

Contact InfoFor more information, please contact:
Reggie Lopez
Pow Wow Chairman

HandGame Tournament

Date & TimeAugust 19th, 2023
Registration 11:30 am - 1:30 pm
Tournament Start at 2:00 pm

LocationIndian Village at Ute Mountain Casino

Contact InfoFor more information, please contact:
Constance Wall

POW WOW REGISTRATION

Dancer Registration Pow Wow 2022

Drum Contest Registration Pow Wow 2022

We were delighted to have hosted another thrilling Pow Wow at Ute Mountain Casino Hotel. Please plan to join us in 2023!

Every year, Ute Mountain Casino Hotel is proud to host the annual Ute Mountain Ute Tribe Pow Wow at Indian Village. Special events include the Blessing of the Grounds and Flag Raising, Gourd Dance, an Indian Market with Vendors for Food, Arts & Crafts; Grand Entry, and the thrilling Drum and Dance. Don’t miss this memorable opportunity to immerse yourself in the Native American culture.  

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Plan Your Visit

Where to Stay

From the relaxing comfort of a Queen room to the luxury of a King Suite, enjoy all-indoor access to the casino and near by attractions.
VIEW HOTEL

Where to Eat

Kuchu's Restaurant, located inside the Casino serves breakfast, lunch and dinner! Need a quick bite? Visit our Snack Bar.
VIEW DINING

Where to Play

The casino floor is packed with over 700 slot machines, Vegas-style table games, a spacious bingo hall, and a brand new Sportsbook.
view casino

Sports Betting Colorado at Ute Mountain Casino

Sports Betting Guide 101 - Ute Mountain Sportsbook Place Bet

Calling all sports betting fans in Colorado: it’s time to win big! Ute Mountain Casino has a new way to make this season more exciting than ever!

Introduction to Sports Betting in Colorado

In case you haven’t heard, sports gambling is now legal in the state, so making a wager on your favorite sport isn’t a fantasy anymore. You now have the opportunity to bet on your choice of team or player. Enjoy the roar of the crowd when you place your bet from the comfort of the Ute Mountain Sportsbook, conveniently located inside the casino, and watch the action on the field unfold.

If you’re new to sports betting, you can learn all that you need to know with our Sports Betting Guide. We offer a variety of wagering options, including straight bets, parlay, teaser bets, futures bets, Round Robin bets, proposition bets, and In-Play bets. So don’t sit on the sidelines this season. Join us today and win big!

Place Your Bet Here in Colorado!

Hey Colorado, are you ready to take your sports betting experience to the next level?

Then try unwinding at the brand-new spacious Ute Mountain Sportsbook, built with the comfort of everyone in mind, from the novice to experienced sports bettor. Conveniently located inside the casino, we have everything you need so that you don’t miss a minute of the action. Watch every play on our state-of-the-art television screens or make your wager as you relax in one of our luxurious chairs. Do you need some help filling out your betting slip? Our friendly, knowledgeable staff will help you out with any questions about sports betting you might have so you can focus on the game. With all these features, you can’t lose.

On Which Sports Can I Bet?

  • Football (NFL)
  • Baseball (MLB)
  • College Football
  • Basketball (NBA)
  • Boxing
  • Fighting (UFC)
  • Soccer
  • Golf (PGA)
  • Hockey (NHL)
  • Auto Racing (NASCAR)
  • Tennis

Sports Betting Guide

Are you ready to make a wager on the game at Ute Mountain Casino? Before you do, here are some items that will help guide you through everything you need to know about sports betting in Colorado.

  • If you’re new to sports betting, please read our Sports Betting Guide to help you get started and win big.
  • Don’t know what a parlay or a straight bet is? It’s ok. Please take a look at our glossary of commonly used sports betting terms here.
  • Before you place your bet, please familiarize yourself with the house rules of the Ute Mountain Sportsbook.