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.

Southern Ute Indian Tribe Election Board Notice Absentee Ballot Available (Mail-out, walk-in, and local hand delivery) Absentee Ballot Request Deadline Wednesday, July 01, 2026 By 5:00 P.M. P11-5-101. Eligibility for Absentee Ballot. Any registered tribal voter who expects to be absent on the day of the election, or who, because of serious illness, physical disability, or advanced age is unable to vote in person at the polling place, is eligible to vote by absentee ballot. P11-5-102. Application for Absentee Ballot. (1) An absentee ballot must be requested by the voter himself on the application form provided by the Election Board by letter or by telephone call, stating the applicant’s name and address, and the reason he will be unable to vote in person. The 2026 Special Election will be held at 285 Lakin St. Ignacio, CO Contact Election Board (970)-563-0100 ext. 2303/2305/2729/2730 Off-Reservation Tribal members phone 1-800-772-1236 ext. 2303 Email: election@southernute-nsn.gov Election Board business hours 8:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M

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 […]

Southern Ute Growth Fund Office Building Closure | 2026 Employee Appreciation Day The Southern Ute Growth Fund office building will be closed on Thursday, June 25, for our annual Employee Appreciation Day. If you need assistance during this time, please call our main line at (970) 563-5000 and leave a voicemail. Tribal Members attempting to reach SUDEP may call (970) 563-5555 and leave a voicemail. All calls will be returned once we resume normal business operations. Thank you for your understanding.

Please join the Southern Ute Indian Tribe and MINDSOURCE Brain Injury Network for an afternoon of shared food, community support, and meaningful learning. Since brain injuries are often invisible, it can be hard for people to recognize them or truly understand what someone is going through. Join us to find resources, share your experiences, and support community well-being.  All community members and staff are welcome! Please see the attached flyer for the date, time, location, and full schedule.   For more information please contact, Tribal Services Department at 970-563-2264.

Southern Ute Behavioral Health is offering another round of Mental Health First Aid for adults! This free training is for adults age 18 and up to help learn how to spot signs of mental health challenges in their friends, loved ones, and neighbors, and offer real support. In this training participants learn important information about different kinds of mental health challenges. Learn about signs, symptoms, how to help someone in a mental health crisis, and an action plan for helping people access community resources. Please see the flyer for more details, there will be 8 hours of in person, hands-on instruction, and lunch will be provided. For more information on enrolling in this free training, email James Wilson at: jawilson@southernute-nsn.gov

Please join the Southern Ute Division of Social Services on June 26, 2026, from 12:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m., at the Southern Ute Cultural Center and Museum’s Large Classroom for the 3rd Annual Elder Appreciation Symposium. For more information, please contact Lisa Bond, at (970) 563-2331.

We are excited to offer a class on Ute Phonology (sounds). Dates: June 5-6, 19-20. 26-27 July 10-11 Times: Friday 5:15-8:15 Saturday 8:30-4:30 Location: SUCCM Library All material will be provided. All levels are welcome. Please scan the QR Code to register. If you have any questions, please call (970) 563-2986.