Nationally referred to as Native American Heritage Month, November is an opportunity to learn about Indigenous peoples here and around the world. This guide gathers Library and Web resources to support deeper understanding about the histories, cultures, and challenges of indigenous peoples.
Community Events
Schedule of Featured Events in the Phoenix Area
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Gathering of Native Americans (GONA): A free workshop focused on community and healing using the four cultural components.
Date: Saturday, November 8, 2025 at 9:00 AM
Location: Round House Café, Scottsdale, AZ
American Indian Veteran Tribute: A celebration honoring American Indian military veterans and their families.
Date: Tuesday, November 11, 2025 at 11:00 AM
Location: Heard Museum, Phoenix, AZ
America at 250: Indigenous Voices: An event presented by Arizona PBS exploring the role of Indigenous peoples during the American Revolution and in Arizona's history.
Date: Wednesday, November 12, 2025 at 6:00 PM
Location: Heard Museum, Phoenix, AZ
Roots & Rhythm: Voices of Indigenous Music: A music performance event celebrating Indigenous music.
Date: Wednesday, November 12, 2025 at 11:00 AM
Location: A.T. Still University, Mesa, AZ
Arizona Indigenous Culinary Event: A culinary experience celebrating the rich flavors and traditions of Arizona's Indigenous peoples.
Date: Saturday, November 15, 2025 at 6:00 PM
Location: Western Spirit: Scottsdale’s Museum of the West, Scottsdale, AZ
Native Americans + Wildlife Celebration: An event hosted by the Liberty Wildlife Non-Eagle feather Repository (LWNEFR) to celebrate Native Americans and wildlife.
Date: Sunday, November 16, 2025 at 9:00 AM
Location: Liberty Wildlife, Phoenix, AZ
Pop-Up for the People – Shush Diné Vendor Market & Community Drive: An outdoor market supporting local Native businesses and collecting donations for the unhoused.
Date: Wednesday, November 19, 2025 at 10:00 AM (also a date on Nov 22)
Location: Shush Diné Native Shop, Phoenix, AZ
Frybread Arts Festival: A festival featuring live music, vendors, cultural activities, and, of course, frybread.
Date: Saturday, November 22, 2025 at 12:00 PM
Location: Rawhide Event Center, Chandler, AZ
Nearby Regional Events
30 Years of NAAOP Celebration: Celebrate three decades of the Native American Astronomy Outreach Program with storytelling and performances.
Date: Sunday, November 16, 2025 at 12:00 PM
Location: Lowell Observatory, Flagstaff, AZ
6th Annual Spotted Eagle Native American Festival: A festival in Southern Arizona showcasing Native American performers, dancers, and vendors.
Date: Saturday, November 15, 2025 at 9:00 AM
Location: Cochise County Fair Association, Douglas, AZ
Pop-Up for the People – Shush Diné Vendor Market & Community Drive: An outdoor market supporting local Native businesses and collecting donations for the unhoused. Date: Wednesday, November 19, 2025 at 10:00 AM (also a date on Nov 22) Location: Shush Diné
