 K’ómoks Festival is a free, family-friendly annual event honouring National Indigenous Peoples Day. Everyone is welcome. June 21, 2024, 9 AM to 7 PM, 3535 Bayside Road, Courtenay, British Columbia, Canada—with so much to explore!
Spend time with our Indigenous Knowledge Keepers, and hear talks on Climate Change, Stewardship, and Traditional Indigenous Ways of Governing versus Western Law. Participate in Traditional Medicine, Plant & Food Workshops, Sacred Salmon Pit Cook Demonstration, and Hands-On Learning through Art for Children & Youth. We welcome Hereditary Chief Dick Dick Dawson, Hereditary Chief Robert Williams and Hereditary Chief Dicky Joseph to conduct the ceremonies. These respected leaders have long standing relationships with Hereditary Chief Kerry Norman Frank and our families. We are honoured to have them with us. This will be a cultural feast with fluent speakers and dancers who have dedicated their lives to the traditions of our people. We will share what the blankets represent, the meaning behind the masks and the protocols of what you will witness. We are honoured to host you. Bring a friend and come and enjoy the delicious Hase' Artisan Market. You will have a chance to see, taste, smell and purchase a wonderful assortment of foods, Traditional handmade delights and meet some wonderful people. For this event, there is free parking onsite for those with mobility issues. There is additional parking for your use at 3330 Comox Road. You are also welcome to Take BC Transit to 3420 or 3330 Comox Road—or walk, bike, hike or kayak to this year's festival. A Festival Shuttle will be running between the Festival Parking areas and Festival site. There will be Washrooms & ATM onsite. We will have seating and shaded areas to rest. We have free food and non-alcoholic drinks available. Please ensure you keep yourself hydrated and comfortable on the day. We will have First Aid Staff onsite for any health concerns. This is an open, community event with activities for everyone. We are so excited to share the day with all of you! Comments are closed.
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NUSANusa is the Kwak'wala word for sharing a myth, story or legend. Here we will share about the many stories of those coming together for our annual celebration of National Indigenous Peoples Day each June 21st 
EXPLORE & SHOP THE HASE' MARKET
FIRST NATION MASKS, PHOTOGRAPHY, CARDS, TIE-DYED CLOTHING, HANDMADE POTTERY, JEWELRY, UP-CYCLED CLOTHING, UP-CYCLED JEWELRY, INDIGENOUS ART PRINTS, FIRST NATIONS ORIGINAL ART, PHOTOGRAPHY, SHAWLS, T-SHIRTS, TANK TOPS, INDIGENOUS EARRINGS, BRACELETS, LEATHER EARRINGS, STERLING PENDANTS & NECKLACES, NATURAL LOTIONS, LIP BALMS, BODY BUTTER, NATIVE PLANT SEEDS, TRADITIONAL MEDICINE PRODUCTS, BAGS, SCARVES, GIFTS, CARDS, DELICIOUS FOODS—SMOKED SALMON, SEAFOOD CHOWDER, SOCKEYE, FRIED BREAD, BANNOCK, HOT SAUCE, FRESH FRUIT & VEGGIES, DARK CHOCOLATE CARAMEL APPLES, CARAMEL POPCORN, CHOCOLATE GRIZZLY PAWS, FUDGE, MINI-DONUTS—ALL MADE WITH LOVE! SO MANY CHOICES! WHAT'S ON YOUR LIST? 
Art GalleryMagnificent First Nation Carvings, Masks, Boxes, Blankets, Regalia, Headdresses, Aprons, Rattles, Whistles, Paintings & Bowls
Legends of the Masks
Tum Tum Threads
Conscious designs handmade by Zapotec in Oaxaca and Kwakwaka'wakw from the Great Bear Rainforest 
DUCHESS BANNOCK
2023 LOGO WINNER
Artist Craig Simon
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