Day One | Wednesday, Sept. 16, 2026
VIP Immersive Experience
Standing Rock Reservation
Three Days.
One Movement. Many Ways to Gather.
People of the Sun unfolds over three days at Standing Rock, each designed with a distinct purpose and energy. Together, they create a shared journey that moves from reflection and grounding, to dialogue and strategy, and finally to celebration and creative expression.
Participants may join for one day or experience the full arc of the gathering.
Special Guest and Performers:
Mumford and Sons
Shailene Woodley
Mark Ruffalo
Taboo
Joakim Noah
PJ Vegas
DJ Tribal Touch
Gary "Litefoot" Davis
Day TWO | Thursday, Sept. 17, 2026
The Summit
Prairie Knights Casino | Standing Rock Reservation
The Summit brings together Indigenous leaders, climate advocates, movement builders, artists, and national voices for a full day of healing, connecting, and grounding. The day will also feature the People of the Sun Honors, recognizing tribal nations, leaders, and partners who are advancing energy sovereignty and community-led climate solutions.
The day ends with a celebration concert featuring a lineup of native and pop artists.
Day THREE | Friday, Sept. 18, 2026
The Experience
Prairie Knights Casino | Standing Rock Reservation
Day Three will provide more opportunities to connect as well as a set of place-based immersive experiences and learning opportunities from artists, musicians, designers, food makers, and activists in a social environment.
Join the Experience
Whether you come to reflect, learn, connect, or celebrate, People of the Sun offers multiple ways to engage.
Each day stands on its own, and together they tell a larger story of resistance transformed into action, leadership, and possibility.
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