Events for October 16, 2026

The Cultural Preservation Department is seeking dancers interested in representing the Southern Ute Indian Tribe during the Denver Nuggets Native American Heritage Month Performance at Ball Arena in Denver, Colorado. Event Details • Performance Date: Monday, November 16, 2026 • Location: Ball Arena, Denver, CO • Performance Time: Halftime • Travel Dates: November 15-17, 2026 If you are interested in participating, please complete the Performance Participant Interest Form no later than 5:00 PM on October 16, 2026. Please note that completing the interest form does not guarantee your participation as dancers will be selected via lottery. This is a great opportunity to share and celebrate our culture during Native American Heritage Month while representing our Tribe at the Nuggets game. For additional information, please contact the Cultural Preservation Department at 970-563-2983. We encourage all interested dancers to submit their interest form by the deadline

  🎃👻 HALLOWEEN CO-ED SOFTBALL TOURNAMENT 👻🎃 🥎 The bats aren't the only things flying this Halloween! Gather your ghouls, witches, zombies, and superheroes for a frightfully fun day of softball competition! 🕸️ October 31, 2026 🕷️ 8:00 AM 📍 Patrick Silva Memorial Field 💀 First 8 Teams Registered Only! 💰 Entry Fee: $300 per Team 🎭 Wear Your Favorite Costume! Enter our Costume Contest for a chance to win: 👹 Scariest Costume 😂 Funniest Costume 🧙 Best Matching Team Costume ☠️ Whether you're swinging for the fences or haunting the bases, this tournament is sure to be a wickedly good time! 📅 Registration Deadline: October 23, 2026 📞 For more information or to register, contact Aaron at (970) 563-2667

The 2026 First Descendant Antlerless Elk Hunt The First Descendant Antlerless Elk Hunt is a limited-draw hunt held from December 1st – December 31st, 2026, on the Southern Ute Reservation. There will be only ten permits allotted for this hunt. Important Information • All hunters must comply with all rules set forth in the Southern Ute Reservation Hunting Proclamation. • Permitted 1st Descendants are only allowed to hunt on tribal trust lands within the exterior boundary of the Southern Ute Indian Reservation. Access permission must be obtained to hunt on tribal land assignments. Private property (including allotted parcels) and San Juan National Forest lands are not available for 1st Descendant hunting. • All applicants must submit a Descendancy Letter to the Wildlife Division. These can be obtained from Tribal information Services (TIS). Hunt Information • The hunt is open only to Southern Ute First Descendants. • Season Dates: December 1 – 31, 2026. • Weapon Type: Any Legal Weapon. • Application Period: October 1 – 31, 2026 (Applications must be submitted by October 31st, 2026). • Application fee is non-refundable. • Applicants must submit a descendancy letter from Tribal Information Services. • Ten permits will be available by limited draw […]

The Southern Ute Education is seeking six Native American Middle school and High School artists to help in creating cover artwork for P.E. lessons featuring Native American traditional games. For more information or to register contact Stais Harlan at 970-563-2785 or stop by the Education Center. sharlan@southernute-nsn.gov

Three chances to win a Cow Elk tag to hunt on Southern Ute Tribal land.  Get your tickets now, there are only 300 available. See Boys & Girls Club staff to purchase tickets or get them at the Boys & Girls Club office.

The Southern Ute Vocational Rehabilitation Program cordially invites you to spend the day with us to learn and commemorate Southern Ute Disability Employment Awareness week. The theme we have chosen this year is “We Belong.” It speaks to who we are as individuals, as community members, and employees. Everyone has an innate need to feel as if they belong, within our families, our communities, and our workspaces no matter what our abilities are. When a person feels they belong, they feel valued and accepted. They feel connected to those around them. They feel welcomed, included, and respected. They feel as if their life holds meaning and that they are a part of something meaningful. This is the type of environment we strive to support here within our tribal and local communities. The presentations we have scheduled are worthwhile and informative and can offer new perspectives, address internal bias, generate fresh ideas about living and working with a disability, and support a compassionate work environment. Come join us for a day to connect and learn together. To register, scan the QR code or call the Southern Ute Vocational Rehabilitation Program office at (970) 563-4730. Registration is required as we will serve […]

The Southern Ute Indian Montessori Academy Board is hosting this month's Sip, Chat & Chew. The Academy will be holding a bake sale and will be hosting a few great door prizes. Remember the Sip, Chat & Chew is not just for Elders, it is a for all ages. This month we will be holding a carved or painted Pumpkin contest, bring your painted or carved pumpkin, you might win a prize. All ages are encouraged to participate Age categories: Elders 55 plus years    Adults 18-54 years old    Teens 13-17 years old    Pre Teens   9-12 years    Children 8 and under For more information contact the Multi-Purpose Facility 970-563-2640 Screenshot