The Peguis Annual Treaty Days is a weeklong celebration held during the second week of July, to honor Treaty #1 that our forefathers signed on August 3,1871. It is during this time that the Peguis band members collect the monies due to them, as written in the treaty.

    It is also during this time that the community members set up concession stands at the Treaty grounds, and sell ethnic items, such as Indian tacos, soup & bannock, bannock burgers, and all other convenience foods-pizza pops, French Fries, potato chips, drinks, etc. Some vendors also sell turquoise & beaded jewelry, moccasins, star blankets, and other native crafts.

    Major events during the treaty days are a source for enjoyment for everyone. These include the Annual Powwow, Square Dancing Tournaments, Mud Bogging Races, Marathon Races, a Talent Show, a Baby Show and a Monster Bingo, with the jackpot being as high as $ 10,000. There is also a weekend-long baseball tournament.

    As you can imagine, there is a great abundance of fun to be had by everyday events and entertainment include daily talent contests, dances for the youth and adults, carnival rides & games, break-open ticket sales & V.L.T.'s, nightly Bingo's, pool tables, and video arcade games. One could also take pictures in "old time" costumes if they like- many Peguis people do this every year, and if they agree, their pictures are displayed.

    Many people who come out for the first time often exclaim, "I wish I had come out sooner!" And, it is always exciting to meet new people, as well as old friends.