PHOTOS: Shining Mountains powwow makes return to Aspen
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The annual Shining Mountains powwow made its return this past weekend, with the showcase of Native American culture taking place Saturday and Sunday at Aspen High School.
Hosted by the Aspen Indigenous Foundation, the celebration featured formal Native American dance, homemade food, and various vendors selling crafts, from skateboards to paintings and jewelry.
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A dancer performs during the Shining Mountains Powwow on Saturday, May 24, 2025, at Aspen High School.
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A dancer’s colorful dress twirls as she performs during the Shining Mountains Powwow on Saturday, May 24, 2025, at Aspen High School.
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Dancers get ready to perform during the Shining Mountains Powwow on Saturday, May 24, 2025, at Aspen High School.
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Dancers perform during the Shining Mountains Powwow on Saturday, May 24, 2025, at Aspen High School.
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A drummer keeps the beat during the Shining Mountains Powwow on Saturday, May 24, 2025, at Aspen High School.
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A young dancer works on his steps during the Shining Mountains Powwow on Saturday, May 24, 2025, at Aspen High School.
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A dancer performs during the Shining Mountains Powwow on Saturday, May 24, 2025, at Aspen High School.
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A dancer performs during the Shining Mountains Powwow on Saturday, May 24, 2025, at Aspen High School.
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A dancer performs during the Shining Mountains Powwow on Saturday, May 24, 2025, at Aspen High School.
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A dancer performs during the Shining Mountains Powwow on Saturday, May 24, 2025, at Aspen High School. Hosted by the Aspen Indigenous Foundation, the celebration of Native American culture concluded Sunday.
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A dancer performs during the Shining Mountains Powwow on Saturday, May 24, 2025, at Aspen High School.
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A couple dances during the Shining Mountains Powwow on Saturday, May 24, 2025, at Aspen High School.
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A dancer performs during the Shining Mountains Powwow on Saturday, May 24, 2025, at Aspen High School.
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Dancers perform during the Shining Mountains Powwow on Saturday, May 24, 2025, at Aspen High School.
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A couple dances during the Shining Mountains Powwow on Saturday, May 24, 2025, at Aspen High School.
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A dancer performs during the Shining Mountains Powwow on Saturday, May 24, 2025, at Aspen High School. Hosted by the Aspen Indigenous Foundation, the celebration of Native American culture concluded Sunday.
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Kids dance during the Shining Mountains Powwow on Saturday, May 24, 2025, at Aspen High School.
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A dancer performs during the Shining Mountains Powwow on Saturday, May 24, 2025, at Aspen High School.
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A couple dances during the Shining Mountains Powwow on Saturday, May 24, 2025, at Aspen High School. Hosted by the Aspen Indigenous Foundation, the celebration of Native American culture concluded Sunday.
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A dancer performs during the Shining Mountains Powwow on Saturday, May 24, 2025, at Aspen High School.
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Guests browse the art that was for sale during the Shining Mountains Powwow on Saturday, May 24, 2025, at Aspen High School. Hosted by the Aspen Indigenous Foundation, the celebration of Native American culture concluded Sunday.
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Dancers perform during the Shining Mountains Powwow on Saturday, May 24, 2025, at Aspen High School.
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Dancers perform during the Shining Mountains Powwow on Saturday, May 24, 2025, at Aspen High School.
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The audience joins in for a dance circle during the Shining Mountains Powwow on Saturday, May 24, 2025, at Aspen High School.
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