02/28/2026
Our Wacipi Committee is beginning preparations for this year’s Wacipi to be held September 5-7, 2026. We are inviting our community to take part in several meaningful ways.
We are holding space for families that are interested in having a special during the Wacipi. Specials can be held in loving memory of someone, or in honor of an individual’s achievements, milestones, or contributions. This is a beautiful way to recognize and uplift our loved ones.
We are also inviting any families who would be interested in helping with our Red Regalia Special to please let us know. This special has been a great success over the years, and it continues to grow each year. We would love to continue to create that space for our families to honor their loved ones.
We are accepting nominations for our Wacipi royalty: Brave, Tiny Tot Princess, Junior Miss, and Miss Ihanktonwan Nation Wacipi. We encourage youth from Wagner, Lake Andes, Marty, and Greenwood to be nominated. We are seeking young people who are passionate about their culture and would proudly represent our Wacipi and our people in a positive way. Last year, the Wacipi Committee chose these individuals and want to continue doing it in this way.
In addition, we are asking for nominations for a community member to be honored during the Wacipi. Every year the committee has chose someone who gives selflessly, helps others, and makes a positive impact on our tribe and we would like to hear your nominations.
If you would like to host a special, help with the Red Regalia Special, or submit a nomination, please reach out to us by messaging this page or Merna Hare. We look forward to celebrating our youth, our families, and our communities together.
Thank you for helping us make this year’s Wacipi meaningful and strong. 🤍
