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 […]

Please join the Southern Ute Indian Tribe's Agriculture Division July 14, from 12:00pm to 1:00pm, at 655 CR 517, Ignacio, CO Lunch and learn!! This month’s discussion will be on “Livestock Vaccinations” Bring your questions and your appetite, lunch will be provided. Please RSVP by calling 970-563-2900 by 4:00pm, July 8,2026.

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.

Southern Ute Utilities' July updates and announcements now live! Please read the holiday schedule and office hours. If you have any questions, please call the Utilities Office at (970) 563-5500

Southern Ute Indian Tribe 2026 Special Election One (1) Tribal Chairman Seat Resigned: Melvin J. Baker The Election Board has determined these are the dates for the upcoming 2026 Special Election according to the Constitution, Election Code, and Resolution No. 2026-095. Special Election- Friday, July 10, 2026, from 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM Voter Registration Deadline- Wednesday, July 01, 2026, by 5:00 PM Absentee Ballot Request Deadline- Wednesday, July 01, 2026, by 5:00 PM Emergency Ballot Request Deadline- Thursday, July 09, 2026, by 5:00 PM The 2026 Special Election will be held at 285 Lakin St. Ignacio, CO Contact the Election Board at (970) 563-0100 ext. 2303/2305/2729/2730 Off-Reservation Tribal Members call 1-800-772-1236 ext. 2303 or email election@southernute-nsn.gov. Screenshot

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.

The Southern Ute Digital Equity Program (SUDEP) is excited to offer Adobe Photoshop training on July 14, 2026, from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM! 📸🎨 Learn how to edit photos and videos and build your creative skills. Registration priority will be given to Southern Ute Tribal Members. Sign up today online: https://www.southernute-nsn.gov/sudep/ For more information, please contact SUDEP at 970-563-5555.