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Back to Batoche Days is July 17-20, 2025
Join Métis Nation–Saskatchewan this July for the largest outdoor Indigenous festival in Canada! Immerse yourself in Métis culture over four incredible days of celebration and traditional music, dance, and food. There will be jigging, fiddling, Métis artisans, activities for kids, traditional teachings, voyageur games, live performers and competitions, horse races, and more! There’s something for everyone and fun for all ages. Whether you are returning for another year or joining us for the first time, don’t miss this unforgettable experience!
Competitions
Join us for incredible Métis talents in jigging, fiddling, square dancing, and singing. Steeped in tradition and pride, these competitions celebrate the richness of Métis history and culture. Come honour the joy, rhythm, and spirit of the Métis at the beautiful Batoche festival grounds.
Register now for:
We encourage online registration as early as possible. Online registrations will be open until Thursday, July 10 at 5pm. However, we will have a Competitions Tent on the Back to Batoche Festival Grounds open for limited hours for those last-minute registrations.
For detailed information on all competition categories, schedules, rules, and prizes, please visit https://competitions.metisgathering.ca
Slo-Pitch Tournament
The Slo-Pitch Tournament at Back to Batoche Days brings together players from all over for a weekend of spirited competition and community pride. Whether you’re stepping up to the plate or cheering from the sidelines, it’s all about good sportsmanship, reconnecting with friends, and celebrating Métis culture. This inclusive event welcomes 12 teams of all skill levels for a fun and competitive experience. Prize payouts each game!
Dates: July 18 – July 20, 2025
Location: Back to Batoche festival site
Entry Fee: $400
Register your team today! For full details, rules, and registration, please visit https://2025-lrc-slopitch.eventbrite.ca/
Camping
All camping spots for Back to Batoche Days 2025 are officially booked. Thank you to everyone who registered. MN–S can’t wait to welcome you from July 17-20, 2025 for an incredible celebration of Métis culture, music, dance, and community.
If you missed out on a site, we encourage you to check the Back to Batoche website for any updates.
For information on campsite details, rules, and a campground map, please visit https://camping.metisgathering.ca/
Tender Applications
All tender applications for the 2025 Back to Batoche Days Festival are closed. Thank you to everyone who applied to be a vendor or service provider this July. We look forward to sharing this incredible four days of Métis culture, food, and dance, with each of you.
For any questions or concerns regarding tenders, please contact [email protected]
