
The Annual Abegweit First Nation Mawio'mi is a time to celebrate rich culture, honour traditions, and strengthen community. Attendees experience vibrant dances, powerful drumming, delicious food, and meaningful connections—creating unforgettable moments. This years celebration is taking place on June 7-8, 2025 in Scotchfort, grand entry is at 1pm. All are welcome to attend. Dancers Registration: 10:00am - 12:45pm Grand Entry: 1:00pm Vendors: Fees are $50/lot per day (15'x15') The full schedule of events will be released soon. Visit www.abegweit.ca and @AbegweitFirstNation for updates.
Guests attending this immersive event can expect an unforgettable evening of Mi’kmaq culture, cuisine, and connection, set on the breathtaking Blockhouse Lighthouse property in Rocky Point. Wander between tasting stations offering traditional and contemporary Indigenous dishes, with ingredients sourced from the land and waters of Abegweit First Nation—including their own farm and fisheries. Chef Ray Bear | Host – Tyler Gould Grass Dancer – Taite Wooldridge, Abegweit First Nation Fancy Shawl – Taya Wooldridge, Abegweit First Nation Music – Abegweit First Nation’s DeeDee Austen (Canada’s Got Talent Golden Buzzer Contestant) MENU PEI Oyster Bar Lobster Bisque with Ash Bread Bannock Baked Abegweit Striped Bass with Bay Vegetables Tobacco-Smoked Eel with Wild Rice Fritters & Sea Rocket Salsa Verde Cured Trout with Juniper-Blueberry Bbq sauce Pulled Rabbit Pumpkin & Potato Hash with Sea Truffle & PEI Sea Salt Ground Cherry & Goose-Foie Almond Cake Blackberry Sour Cream Ice Cream Strawberry & Sage Iced Tea Purchase tickets here.