Morning Star American Indian Village - Cheyenne Frontier Days

Opening 2026 at Cheyenne Frontier Days™

Where Culture Comes Alive

Step into the living heartbeat of the Plains at the all-new Morning Star American Indian Village, opening during Cheyenne Frontier Days™ summer of 2026. This immersive cultural destination celebrates the vibrant traditions, artistry, and spirit of the Plains tribes who have been part of the Daddy of ’em All® for more than a century.

For generations, American Indian dancers, singers, storytellers, and craftsmen have shared their culture with hundreds of thousands of CFD visitors. The new Morning Star Village honors that legacy with a bold, reimagined space designed to showcase Native heritage like never before — a place where history and living tradition meet.

A Celebration of the Plains Tribes

Located near the Old West Museum at the historic Confluence of the Plains, the Morning Star American Indian Village will offer visitors a chance to experience authentic Plains Indian culture up close. This isn’t a museum — it’s a living, breathing celebration featuring:

A shaded, sunken dance arbor
Artisan booths and vendor spaces featuring authentic crafts, beadwork, and artwork
Storytelling and music areas where visitors can hear traditional flutes, drums, and oral histories
An exhibit honoring American Indian scouts and veterans who served in the U.S. military

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Connect with History & Culture

Immerse yourself in the colorful atmosphere of the Indian Village. Experience authentic Native American regalia, dancing, storytelling, flute players and handicrafts.

SCHEDULE:

Native American Dance Performances
11:15 a.m., 3 p.m. & 6 p.m.
Interactive Cultural Sharing
1 p.m. & 4 p.m.
Native American Flute Player
2 p.m. & 5:15 p.m.
Kid’s Crafts
July 19, 20 & 25 from 11 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Pow Wow
July 23 at 7 p.m.

Experience the Spirit of the Plains

The Morning Star American Indian Village will rise over Frontier Park in 2026 — a vibrant new chapter in the Cheyenne Frontier Days™ legacy. From the rhythmic beat of the drum to the swirl of color in the dance arbor, this immersive cultural destination will honor the enduring spirit of the American Indian and their deep connection to the land, sky, and story of the West.

Be part of the legacy. Discover how you can support the Morning Star American Indian Village

Cheyenne Frontier Days™ Foundation

Honor Legacy. Preserve Culture.

For generations, the horse and buffalo defined the nomadic lifestyle of the Plains Indians. Horses gave tribes mobility to follow and hunt the buffalo, which in turn supported large, thriving communities. To celebrate this sacred connection, the Morning Star American Indian Village will install 1,300 feet of decorative fencing featuring running horses and buffalo silhouettes.

Now, you can sponsor one of these iconic figures—a lasting tribute to heritage and history.

Cheyenne Frontier Days™ Foundation