This year's theme:
The 'Year of Community'
in the spirit of reconciliation

Saskatoon’s Métis Cultural Days is back for its sixth year and will be held September 7 – 10, 2023. We invite people of all ages, cultural backgrounds, and abilities to come together and learn about Métis Culture and Arts and to celebrate the strength and vibrancy of our community.

2018 recipient and 2019 nominee of the Aboriginal Tourism Award.

In the spirit of 'Year of Community' this year's history scavenger hunt will be: Métis Settlements Scavenger Hunt!

On Saturday, September 9, 2023:

Find all the historical settlements in this Métis Scrip Pass, learn the stories, get a stamp, collect all 9 stamps to be entered to win THE GRAND PRIZE ~ A PS5 (Details here)

Event Schedule

CUMFI's Métis Cultural Days 2023

SEE YOU AT THE SASKATOON WESTERN DEVELOPMENT MUSEUM! 2610 Lorne Avenue.

CUMFI's Métis Cultural Days

This FREE event is held at the Saskatoon Western Development Museum, as we celebrate our heritage and share it with ALL OF OUR COMMUNITIES!

Interactive Métis Village, Elder Stories, Métis Market, Children’s Activities, Fiddler's, Singers, Square Dancers, Jiggers, Kayas Stage on Boomtown Street, Traditional Games, Interfaith Service, FREE Pancake Breakfast, Celebrity Neckbone Eating Contest, Art Auction and Charity Dinner (purchased ticket needed), Jigging Competition, and more!

Step inside and learn from our Métis Elders as they sit and tell stories of our history, both in Michif and English. Have the children engage in games and activities of the Métis. Enjoy a tasting of our traditional food, shop at our Métis Market, or enjoy our Kayas Stage, on Boomtown Street, for performances that will bring you back to a time and place that is dear to all Métis.

Jigging Competition and Family Dance - Thousands to give in cash prizes!

Join us on Friday, September 8th from 4:00 pm to 10:00 pm for our jigging competition and family dance! (Saskatoon Western Development Museum)

Join our MCs, Courtney Dawn Anaquod, Maureen Belanger and Dwayne Favel, as we listen to live entertainment from Just the Boyz, JJ Lavallee, and watch the amazing Qu'Appelle Valley Dancers.

Then our competition starts at 6:00 pm and a family dance follows the competition!

Everyone is welcome to join in or to come to watch and root for their favourite competitors.

ANY LEVEL OF EXPERIENCE CAN JOIN!

Pre-register online OR in-person from 4-6 pm on Friday.

PRE-REGISTER NOW

Thank you for celebrating our 6th Annual CUMFI's Métis Cultural Days

SAVE THE DATE!

PUBLIC EVENTS SEPTEMBER 8, 9, 10, 2023

September 8: 4 pm - 10 pm: Jigging competition and family dance, Métis Market
September 9: 10 am - 5 pm: Full day of events, Métis Market (open until 8pm)
September 9 Art Auction 5 pm - 8 pm: SOLD OUT - *Ticket purchase required to attend
September 10 8 am - 10 am: FREE Pancake Breakfast, Métis Market
September 10 10 am - 2 pm: Interfaith Service, live entertainment, and open mic (bring your own instruments or have Just the Boyz for backup music) , Métis Market

AT A GLANCE: (for full event schedule with times: CLICK HERE
Key Public Activities and Attractions Include:

Find the Métis Settlements - History Scavenger Hunt (Saturday only): Engage in an exciting scavenger hunt and get a chance to win a PS5!
Métis Market: Discover unique crafts and goods.
Elder Stories (Saturday only): Listen to the wisdom and stories shared by respected elders.
Life Before Residential School Show & Tell (Saturday only): Step inside and see the furs and listen to the stories.
Live Entertainment: Enjoy live performances.
Michif Bingo (Saturday only): Win prizes while learning Michif words.
Michif Language Teachings (Saturday only): Learn the beautiful Michif language.
Celebrity Neckbone Eating Competition (Saturday only): Cheer for Mayor Charlie Clark, Police Chief Troy Cooper, Steph Clovechok, and community representatives as they compete for the champion title.
Fiddle Finale (Saturday only): Experience the magic of Métis fiddling with 5 Métis fiddlers on stage with Just the Boyz.
Bannock on a Stick (Saturday only): Savor delicious bannock treats.
King & Queen Trappers (Saturday only): Watch as they perform skilled trapper events.
Kids Face Painting (Saturday only): Let the little ones unleash their creativity.
Nutrien Seed Survivor (Saturday only): Engage in educational activities.
CUMFI Food Truck: Delight your taste buds with Métis cuisine.
Jigging Competition and Family Dance (Friday night only): Dance the night away with loved ones. Join the competition with over $2,000 in prizes.
FREE Pancake Breakfast (Sunday morning only): Start your day with a hearty breakfast.
Interfaith Service (Sunday morning only): Come together in unity and harmony.
Métis and Ukrainian Performances (Sunday only): Experience cultural diversity.
Public Open Mic (Sunday only - 2 song limit per person/group): Share your talents with the community, on stage with Just the Boyz for backup.