Events

The Southern Ute Indian Montessori Academy is accepting new and re-enrolling student registration forms for the 2026-2027 school year. Registration packets can be found at www.suima.org or calling 970-563-0253.

The Southern Ute Cultural Center & Museum (SUCCM) is excited to announce the Fifth Annual Pino Nuche Indigenous Art Market and Juried Show held at the Sky Ute Casino and Resort Event Center on Friday, August 7, through Sunday, August 9. The Pino Nuche Indigenous Art Market and Juried Show allows for Native artists from all over the United States a location to sell their various art pieces and showcase their beautiful work in a juried show format. Applications for both the Juried Show, Crafters/Non-Juried Show entries are now available on our website, southernutemuseum.org (or follow the QR Code on our flyers!) Important Dates: Early Bird & Juried Show Application Deadline – Friday, July 3. Crafters and Non-Juried Show Application Deadline – Friday, August 6. (Onsite Registration will be available.) SUCCM truly believes it can affect positive community relations by affirming the Indigenous perspective directly from Indigenous voices. This Art Market is proof of the importance of preserving, protecting, and promoting Indigenous made artwork in a safe and tribally sanctioned environment. SUCCM Mission Statement: The Southern Ute Culture Center and Museum’s mission is to foster understanding of and respect for the unique origin, culture, language, history, and way of life […]

Lone Mesa State Park Access Permits Available for SUIT Tribal Members Lone Mesa State Park is located within the Brunot Treaty area. It lies 23 miles north of the town of Dolores and encompasses 11,760 acres of incredibly scenic land, ranging in elevation from about 7,200 feet to just over 9,000 feet. A high-quality Special Use Permit program allows limited public hunting during the big game seasons. The Southern Ute Wildlife Division will have six (6) Lone Mesa State Park Access Permits available to Southern Ute tribal member hunters for the 2026 Hunting Season. Permit holders will be allowed choose one established hunt season to access Lone Mesa State Park. Season dates and weapon restrictions will apply. The access permits will either be available for first-come first-serve, or through a draw if there is sufficient interest. Deadline for sign-up is Friday, July 17th , 2026. Please contact the Wildlife Division at (970) 563- 0130 for more information.

The Southern Ute Education Department is putting together its Annual Film Making Workshop for Southern Ute and First Descendant High School Students. This will be a two-week camp with limited spots. For more information or to register contact ShaRay Rock at 970-563-2794 of Dustin Weaver at 970-563-2786 or stop by the Education Department.

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D&E Business Solutions in partnership with Southern Ute Economic Development presents "Starting Smart: Business Foundations for Tribal Entrepreneurs". This workshop series focuses on building a business the right way - from setup and structure to money management, taxes, marketing, and long-term growth. The workshops are open to Southern Ute Tribal Members and their families. Upcoming Dates: Money, Taxes, and Business Systems | July 21st Growing Your Business | August 25th Both workshops are from 11am to 1pm with lunch provided at Sky Ute Casino Resort. For more information, please contact Allison Wall at 970-563-2281. Register here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/financial-literacy-workshop-series-with-de-business-solutions-tickets-1990407089184

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Join the Sunshine Cloud Smith Youth Advisory Council in attending The Jimmy Newton Jr. Youth Leadership Conference. Taking place July 28, 2026, at the Sky Ute Casino Resort Event Center. There will be workshops, guest speakers, and other activities. Contact Dustin Weaver for more information, dweaver@southernute-nsn.gov, (970) 563-2786