Seattle, WA – NDN Collective will host a multi-artist party of Indigenous resilience and cultural expression on Indigenous Peoples’ Day, October 13, 2025. The event promises a dynamic lineup encompassing music, comedy, spoken word, film, and traditional performance, aiming to amplify Indigenous voices and foster community.
The annual gathering, known as NDN LIVE, provides a platform for Indigenous artists and performers while offering a powerful counter-narrative to the historical erasure of Native peoples. With increasing recognition of Indigenous Peoples’ Day as a vital option to Columbus Day, NDN Collective’s event seeks to center Indigenous perspectives and promote self-determination. The 2025 iteration will feature performances by Mic Jordan, Isaac Tonasket, Santee Witt, Nanibaah, and Hawane Rios, alongside a special performance from Macklemore.
The event’s diverse program also includes spoken word artists Autumn White Eyes and Pte San Win, a comedy set by Jana Schmieding, and a short animation film screening of “POW!” by Joey Clift. WillieMaze will provide DJ services,and the Blackstone Singers will deliver a traditional drum performance.
NDN Collective will broadcast the event live across its digital platforms for those unable to attend in person. Further details regarding the event’s location and specific schedule will be released closer to the date.
