In addition to workshops and the Elders Program, the Big River First Nation strengthen their culture by hosting and attending events of sun dances, chicken dances, round dances, community feasts and pow wows. Pow wows are ceremonies in Native American and First Nation cultures where individuals meet and socialize through cultural events and activities. They are very important to the Big River First Nation and the community also has a pow wow arbour project. Sun dances have an important role in Big River First Nation culture as well. Sun Dance, which is also sometimes referred to as Rain or Thirst Dance, is a sacred ceremony done to reaffirm their beliefs and ways and celebrate good health, safe community, and a good harvest.
