Ribbon Skirt Competition

Calling all Indigenous creators! Come and showcase your talents and Best Designs at the Ignite
Our Spirit Stage! Space is limited to 45 spots per adult category/25 spots for youth. 

Pre-registration is required. Last day to register is May1st , 2025, or when space is full – whichever comes first! 

Winners will be announced at the Ignite Our Spirit Stage. 

Categories:
Ribbon Work – 45 Spots
Applique Work – 45 Spots
Youth ( Walkable to 10-year-olds) – 25 spots 

There is a $20.00 non-refundable entry fee.

Rules:

- 1 person per entry (participants can apply to multiple categories, must pay entry fee for each
category)
- If you’ve ever dreamed of walking a runway, now is your time to model your own skirt! But, if you don’t want to model it yourself, you must bring someone to model it for you.
- Must be there in person on May 18th , 2025. Participants will be required to come and grab a contestant number before the show. (more info to follow)
- Must send in a photo of skirt by May 5th , 2025 (Judges will not see the skirts, this is just to ensure it meets criteria of category) 
- Will be judged on the Design, Creativity, Presentation/Fit, Symbolism/Storytelling, Craftmanship and Quality. 

For more information, please contact Lavina Houle at lavina@manitoahbee.com.

Register HERE.