23rd Annual Chumash Day - Powwow Highlights

23rd Annual Chumash Day Native American Powwow & Intertribal Gathering

The Chumash Day Powwow celebrates Native Americans from all over the country, representing hundreds of tribes who will gather at Malibu Bluffs Park. This was a non-competitive powwow with Native American food, craft vendors, tribal ceremonies and dances.

It is estimated that the Chumash people have inhabited the Malibu coastline for the past 15,000 years and originally called the area Humawilo, which means “where the surf sounds loudly.” Today, the landscape and culture have radically transformed, making this event an incredible opportunity to learn about the rich history of what has been considered one of the most unique maritime cultures on the continent.