Make plans to Ring in 2023 at Ute Mountain Casino Hotel with the best New Year’s Eve Events near Ute Mountain, Towaoc Colorado.
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Join us as The Ute Mountain Ute Tribe Celebrates the 30th Anniversary of the Ute Mountain Casino Hotel at a Special Tribal Event!
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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!
Rodeo Performance at 7:00 pm
Concert to follow till 11:00 pm/Midnight
Rodeo Performance at 7:00 pm
Concert to follow till 11:00 pm/Midnight
Concert to follow till 11:00 pm/Midnight
- Each night’s performance includes Kids Mutton Bustin’ and Stick Horse Races
- Nightly After Party
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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133rd Bear Dance

June 3 - 6, 2022
133rd Bear Dance
Bear Dance Grounds, Towaoc, CO
133rd Bear Dance Schedule
Bear Dance Starts – 10:30 am
Handgame – Open Games
Powwow – 7pm
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
Bear Dance – All Day
Bear Dance – All Day Feast
Terry Knight Sr.
Farley Ketchum Sr.
Mark Wing
Austin Jacket
Terry Knight Jr.
LocationBear Dance Grounds
Towaoc, Colorado
Date & TimeJune 3 - 6, 2022
See Schedule for Times
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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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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Sunday, July 3rd, 2022
Fireworks Show Four Corners
Live Music, Fireworks and Fun!
Still the Place to Celebrate
FREE Event at Ute Mountain Casino
Bring all your family and friends to enjoy this FREE event under the Colorado sky at Ute Mountain Casino Hotel! Enjoy the best fireworks show in Four Corners!
- Food and Merchandise Vendors
- Mini Carnival for Kids
- Free Parking
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!
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 & TimeSunday, July 3rd, 2022
Events start at 4pm
Fireworks at Dusk
AdmissionFREE Entry
FREE Parking
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POW WOW 2023

Pow Wow 2022 DETAILS
Ute Mountain Casino Hotel POW WOW 2022 features:
MC – Hal Eagle Tail
(Let’s Rock this joint!)
Tsuu’ina Nation – Canada
Arena Director – Farley Ketchum
Ute Mountain Ute – Towaoc
Drum Judge – Jason Butler
Northern Ute – Fort Hall, ID
Reggie Lopez – Pow Wow Chairman
Pow Wow 2022 Schedule
Friday, August 19
7:00 am – Blessing of the Grounds and Flag Raising 2:00 pm – 6:00 pm, Gourd Dance 4:00 pm – Indian Market Opens with Vendors for Food, Arts & Crafts Registration Opens 7:00 pm – Grand Entry 7:15 pm – Pow Wow 2022 starts, Drum and Dance 11:45 pm – Pow Wow Concludes for the EveningSaturday, August 20
10:00 am – Indian Market Opens with Vendors for Food, Arts & Crafts 10:00 am – 12:30 pm, Gourd Dance 1:00 pm – Grand Entry 1:15 pm – Pow Wow 2022 starts, Drum and Dance 4:00 pm – 6:00 pm, Gourd Dance 7:00 pm – Final Grand Entry 7:15 pm – Pow Wow 2022 starts, Drum and Dance 11:00 pm – Pow Wow ConcludesHandGame Tournament

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
LocationUte Mountain Casino Hotel
3 Weeminuche Drive
Towaoc, Colorado 81334
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Date & TimeTDB 2023
AdmissionFREE Entry
Contact InfoFor more information, please contact:
Reggie Lopez
Pow Wow Chairman
HandGame Tournament
Date & TimeAugust 20th, 2022
Registration 9 am - 11 am
Tournament Start at 12:30 pm
LocationIndian Village at Ute Mountain Casino
Contact InfoFor more information, please contact:
Arlene Onco
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.