Thousands of Native Americans representing more than 100 tribes from across North America celebrate their proud heritage at one of the largest intertribal gatherings in the world. The festival features dance competitions, art exhibits, film and video showings, lectures, storytelling and a parade. Still in Oklahoma, on 12-20 June, the Oklahoma Mozart International Festival will be held in Bartlesville. On 12-13 June, Cape Girardeau, MO will held its annual Riverfest, a celebration of Mississippi River heritage. Activities include professional entertainment, regional food, working crafters, children's activities, fireworks, and contests.
All activities take place on the streets of the historic downtown on the riverfront.
Heading north, on 25-28 June, Clarkson, NE will be the site of the Clarkson Czech Festival. Czech food, entertainment, music, polkas, cooking demonstrations, a carnival, a rodeo, and arts and crafts will be featured. The Springfield Symphony provides live music choreographed to the fireworks. Other live entertainment and concert performances will also be featured. Visitors can sample BBQ in nine different categories.