AKWESASNE — Summer has officially arrived, and with it, the fifth Akwesasne Art Market and Juried Art Show.
The North Country’s largest event for Indigenous arts and culture is returning as a two-day event featuring over 100 artists, vendors and demonstrators.
The event will be full of food, music and art.
The juried art show will take place at the Akwesasne Mohawk Casino Resort, located at 873 Route 37, Hogansburg, Friday from 6 to 8 p.m.
The art market will be held Saturday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Generations Park, inviting visitors to experience Akwesasne through contemporary Indigenous art and culture. The park is located at 559 Route 37, Akwesasne.
“This community celebration of arts and culture is the highlight of our summer,” Raeann Adams, of the Saint Regis Mohawk Tribe’s Office of Economic Development, said. “We’re excited to bring family, friends and visitors together to experience Akwesasne’s rich and vibrant arts scene.
“It’s a chance to meet the artists, marvel at their incredible work, experience live cultural demonstrations, shop Indigenous and support local businesses.
“There’s something for everyone at this event.”
The weekend kicks off Friday with the prestigious 2026 “Best of Show” award presentation, where this year’s slate of Indigenous artists are recognized and celebrated for their talents. Some 80 works of native art will undergo expert evaluation, with awards presented across nine categories.
Guests are invited to view the show, mingle with the artists and take part in selecting the first-ever People’s Choice Award.
The juried art show takes place in the casino’s Winter Ballroom. The event is free and open to the public. Guests under 18 must be accompanied by an adult.
On Saturday, over 100 artists and vendors will gather to showcase their creations and share traditional and contemporary cultural art practices. Enjoy a day of demonstrations, free hands-on activities, music and a variety of local food offerings.
The art market is open to the public, and parking and admission is free. Generations Park features Americans with Disabilities Act-compliant parking.
A free shuttle service will be provided during the market with a pick-up at the Akwesasne Mohawk Casino Resort and drop-off at Generations Park. The shuttle stop is located at the eagle sculpture by the casino’s main entrance.
For more information, visit www.akwesasne.travel or call 518-358-4238.
This event is presented by Akwesasne Travel, the tourism initiative of the Saint Regis Mohawk Tribe.