By Media Relations Department
Chickasaw Nation Media Relations Office

Hundreds of Chickasaws and guests from across the country are expected to celebrate Chickasaw culture and tradition at the 12th Annual Chikashsha Reunion June 26-27 at Kullihoma Stomp Ground.

This event is free and open to the public.

“Chikashsha Reunion is always a wonderful event that unites Chickasaws from around the country and reminds them of the culture and heritage that bind us together," said Chickasaw Nation Governor Bill Anoatubby. “It is not only a time of fellowship, but a great opportunity for Chickasaws of all ages to learn more about their culture, language and heritage and share it with others.”

This year’s feature events include an archery shoot and a traditional blow gun competition. 

Beginning at 10:30 a.m. on Saturday, the archery shoot will be divided into youth (11 to 17) and adult (18 and older) categories. The blowgun competition will begin at 10:30 a.m. on Saturday. 

Other Chickasaw games will also be played, including Squirrel Stick throwing and Loksi (turtle) races.

A traditional meal, including pashofa, fry bread, salt meat, grape dumplings and more will be served at noon Saturday. A hot dog wagon will be available for lunch on Friday and a hamburger fry will take place 6 p.m. that evening.

There will also be a variety of demonstrations of Chickasaw culture, including storytelling, moccasin making, ballstick making, beadwork, language, traditional clothing making, basket weaving and various other crafts.  
Social dances will begin 7 p.m. Friday and 9 p.m. Saturday.

A stomp dance will begin midnight Saturday.

Overnight camping spaces are available, including tent spaces and a limited number of RV hook ups. 

Participants are encouraged to bring their own chairs.

To reach the site, travel to the Kullihoma sign seven miles northeast of Ada on Highway 1, then travel three miles east and one mile south.

Volunteers are still needed to help with various activities.

For information, or to volunteer, call the Cultural Resources department at (580) 332-8685.