We are excited to announce that the 2025 Native Hawaiian Convention will take place on the ʻāina of the Tulalip Tribes. Join us for this three-day celebration of Hawaiian cultural exchange, connection, and enrichment at the Tulalip Resort Casino. This year we are gathering on the continent in Washington State–no ka lāhui–for the Council for Native Hawaiian Advancement’s annual signature event!
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WHAT IS IT? For over two decades, the Native Hawaiian Convention has served as one of the largest gatherings of Native Hawaiians to discuss hot topic issues, systemic solutions, and moving forward within our community. This three-day event will feature discussions and workshops on cultural perpetuation, housing, education, self-determination, and how to stay connected as a lāhui.
WHEN: October 7-9, 2025
WHERE: Tulalip Resort & Casino, 10200 Quil Ceda Blvd, Tulalip, WA 98271
REGISTRATION: OPEN NOW
Collaborate with your fellow convention goers in one of our curated tracks to learn more about the work that is being done in these specific areas, to connect with others at convention who are passionate about these areas, and to seed conversations that will grow far beyond the walls of our 2025 gathering.
– Education & Economic Development
– Policy & Self Determination
– Tourism & Land Stewardship
– Culture & Arts
- Registration opens
- Cultural workshops
- Opening Ceremony
- Plenary Discussions featuring keynote speakers and panel discussions that will leave you inspired by our rich history and ready for the ʻŌiwi centered connections to come
- Breakout Sessions featuring hot topic discussions that are meant to seed conversations and kick start convention exchange
- Huakaʻi that will take you outdoors, engage your senses, and spark ideas about how we engage our current challenges and way to work together to support each other in the lāhui
- Breakout Sessions featuring speakers and topics based on the current events and current issues for Native Hawaiians
- Plenary Discussions about connecting our lāhui to culture, to resources, and to each other
- Networking Lunch
The Tulalip Tribes is a federally-recognized Indian tribe located on the Tulalip Reservation.
The Tulalip Reservation exterior boundaries enclose a land-base of 22,000 acres, more than 50 percent of which is in federal trust status. It was created to provide a permanent home for the Snohomish, Snoqualmie, Skagit, Suiattle, Samish and Stillaguamish Tribes and allied bands living in the region.
The 2025 Native Hawaiian Convention will take place on the ‘āina of the Tulalip Tribes at the Tulalip Resort Casino.
IMPORTANT: A link to book your hotel room at the Tulalip Resort Casino (host hotel) will be emailed with your convention registration confirmation.
The property is beautiful and fully renovated. All guest rooms include refrigerators and microwaves as well as a full hot breakfast available from 6am – 10am daily. Amenities include indoor pool and whirlpool spa, Business and Fitness Centers and free high-speed Internet access. Call the hotel direct at 360-530-1234 or self-book using the link provided below! $159 per night (King bed with pull out sleeper sofa).
Group Cut-off Date September 9th 2025.
Best Western Plus Arlington
Just 6 miles North of the Tulalip Casino, free hot breakfast & Wi-Fi, in-room micro/fridge, indoor pool, spa and fitness center. $144.00 per night. Reserve the Best Western Plus Arlington by calling Western at 360-363-4321 and reference the group name “Native Hawaiian Convention” for the discounted group rate.
Home 2 Suites By Hilton Marysville
Find us in Marysville, 35 minutes outside of Seattle, just off Interstate-5. We are a five-minute drive from Seattle Premium Outlets and Tulalip Casino. $159 per night, rooms are available until September 9th.
Interested in doing a breakout presentation at the 2025 Native Hawaiian Convention?
We are currently accepting applications for a wide range of Native Hawaiian topics including but not limited to cultural perpetuation, housing, education, self-determination, and how to stay connected as a lāhui.
Apply today and submit your application for consideration. Mahalo for your interest!
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