Highlights Include Student-crafted Ornaments, Giving Trees, Movie Sweepstakes and Letters Bound for the North Pole

PENDLETON, Ore. (December 2, 2025) — Wildhorse Resort & Casino, Eastern Oregon’s premier family and entertainment destination, has kicked off the holiday season, bringing extra cheer to local youth and students. This year’s holiday season continues the tradition of holiday spirit and engagement, bringing the families and students together through shared experiences.

The resort’s Family FunPlex lobby will again feature three large Christmas trees adorned with ornaments crafted by elementary students from local schools, including the Pendleton School District, Cay-Uma-Wa Head Start, and Átaw Miyánašma Learning Center. Classrooms are invited to participate at their teachers’ discretion, including decisions on themes and materials, with creativity encouraged throughout the project.

Overview of Holiday Activities on Wildhorse Resort & Casino Property:

• Trees & Ornaments: Decorations, including the trees and student-crafted ornaments, will be installed as December begins.
• Movie Sweepstakes: All students crafting ornaments can enter to win two movie passes, including concessions. The teacher of the winning student will also receive passes. One winning duo (a student and a teacher) will be selected from each participating school.
• Letters to the North Pole: Children from throughout the region are invited to write letters as part of USPS Operation Santa®, an annual initiative that accepts letters addressed to Santa Claus and attempts to pair them with adopters who respond. Letters must be submitted at Wildhorse Resort & Casino’s Family FunPlex lobby by the end of the day, December 5, 2025, to meet postal service deadlines. For more information, visit: uspsoperationsanta.com.

Additionally, Downtown Pendleton’s historic Hamley Western Store & Saddle Shop, operated by Wildhorse Resort & Casino, is encouraging the community to support more than 500 local children in need this holiday season through the annual Giving Tree program. Community members can participate by visiting the Hamley store, selecting a tag indicating a specific child’s wishes from the tree, and returning the unwrapped gift by December 11. Participants will receive 10 percent off their next Hamley purchase and will be automatically entered into a drawing for one of twelve gift certificates, valid at a variety of Wildhorse-operated venues, stores, and restaurants.

This program is done in coordination with Elkhorn Media Group. For more information, visit this link: hamley.com/pages/hamley-giving-tree.

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Arrowhead Travel Plaza to deploy four, dual-dispenser GridLink chargers.

KYLE, Texas—October 15, 2025—XCharge North America (“XCharge NA”), the North American subsidiary of XCHG Limited (Nasdaq: XCH) (“XCharge”) and a provider of high-power EV charging and battery-integrated solutions designed to strengthen the North American electrical grid, announced a new partnership with Wildhorse Resort & Casino’s Arrowhead Travel Plaza to deploy four, dual-dispenser GridLink chargers. This new deployment in Pendleton, Oregon—which brings XCharge NA’s total U.S. footprint to 18 states—will not only provide Arrowhead Travel Plaza’s growing EV customer base with a fast, efficient, and reliable charging experience but will also serve as the first solar-plus-storage DC fast-charging station in the state. This installation was strategically enabled by NetZero Energy, LLC, which identified the initial opportunity for collaboration and provided essential services, including due diligence, system design, and comprehensive project management, acting as a pivotal partner in bringing this state-first deployment online.

“We partnered with XCharge NA because they provide a grid-friendly charging solution with battery storage that seamlessly integrates with a custom solar canopy—a perfect fit for our climate,” said Tom Fine, general manager of Arrowhead Travel Plaza. “Their technology provides clear operational and economic advantages that assist Arrowhead Travel Plaza in providing a needed service for the broadening customer base.”

As part of the Wildhorse Resort & Casino enterprises on tribal lands of the Confederated Tribes of the Umatilla Indian Reservation, the Arrowhead Travel Plaza serves over 1.7 million vehicles on Interstate 84, a key transportation corridor. To support this demand with a sustainable and safe charging solution, XCharge’s installation integrates four 215kWh GridLinks with 40kW of solar, which can output up to 194kW per unit. This technology not only ensures a reliable, high-speed charge for nearly all EV models but is particularly crucial for drivers traveling eastbound on the steep, weather-prone Cabbage Hill route, as a full charge is essential for safety.

“This project supports the Tribe’s dedication to sustainable practices and our mission to deliver a forward-thinking experience for all guests and travelers,” added Gary E. George, Chief Executive Officer at Wildhorse Resort & Casino.

“Helping create Oregon’s first solar-supplemented DC fast-charging site marks a major milestone in XCharge’s journey of innovation and sustainability,” said Aatish Patel, co-founder and president of XCharge NA. “Our Arrowhead Travel Plaza installation goes beyond simply delivering ultra-fast charging—it’s a powerful demonstration of how integrating our GridLink technology with solar power can offset grid demand, enhance a charging site’s resilience and flexibility, and even bolster the region’s energy architecture. This is exactly the kind of fully integrated, clean infrastructure we’ve envisioned since XCharge NA’s inception—practical, future-ready, and built to maximize renewable integration while addressing today’s customer needs.”

Notable features of GridLink by XCharge include:
● GridLink offers a wide range of input power to achieve maximum output performance, featuring a base capacity of 215 kWh that can be expanded to 430 kWh.
● GridLink provides advanced bidirectional charging technology, seamless grid integration, and renewable energy support, including direct integration with photovoltaics.
● The bidirectional charging technology allows power to flow back into the grid or act as an off-grid energy source, enhancing overall grid stability. This also allows GridLink to function off-grid in the event of an emergency.
● Gridlink is equipped with an advanced Thermal Runaway Management System, designed to monitor each battery pack with four dedicated sensors and control the system from the very first signs of risk. By isolating air and suppressing ignition at the earliest stage, GridLink ensures safer and more stable operation.
● GridLink integrates the built-in “fire suppression fluid tank” for pack-level fire suppression, minimizing damage and enabling quick, cost-effective battery pack replacement.
● GridLink not only promotes electric transportation but also strengthens each region’s sustainable energy infrastructure.

For more information on GridLink by XCharge, visit: xcharge.us/product/gridlink

About XCharge NA
XCharge NA specializes in high-power EV charging and battery-integrated solutions tailored to the North American electrical grid. With solutions that store energy, improve grid resilience, and create new revenue streams, XCharge NA provides scalable open-access EV charging solutions designed to strengthen the country’s electrical grid and broader energy infrastructure.

About XCharge
XCharge (NASDAQ: XCH), founded in 2015, is a global leader in integrated EV charging solutions. The company offers comprehensive EV charging solutions, which primarily include the DC fast chargers and the advanced battery-integrated DC fast chargers as well as its accompanying services. Through a combination of proprietary charging technology, energy storage system technology and accompanying services, XCharge enhances EV charging efficiency and unlocks the value of energy storage and management. Committed to providing innovative and efficient EV charging solutions, XCharge is actively working toward establishing a global green future critical to the company’s long-term growth and development.

About NetZero Energy, LLC:
Founded in 2014, NetZero Energy, LLC is a Pacific Northwest–based company focused on advancing the EV charging market. With a mission to deliver resilient transportation infrastructure, NetZero Energy provides turnkey solutions that bring projects from concept to completion

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Japanese Phenom Emerges from Congested Pack; Finishes at 18-Under

PENDLETON, Ore. (August 17, 2025) — The third and final round of the 2025 Wildhorse Ladies Golf Classic concluded Sunday at Wildhorse Golf Course, the championship course of Wildhorse Resort & Casino. Erika Hara of Yokohama, Japan, broke free on the back nine to secure victory in Pendleton after shooting a final-round 64, including 10 birdies.

The clear and warm August day began with Hara near the top of the leaderboard; however, her round emerged as the best among the five players who shared the lead or second place. The 26-year-old takes home a champion’s purse of $37,500 and moves into the No. 3 spot in the Epson Tour’s Race for the Card — the season-long points competition that qualifies the top 15 players for the LPGA Tour in 2026.

“The pin locations were some of the toughest this course has to offer, and the scores we saw today are a testament to the incredible talent of these professionals,” said Gary E. George, CEO of Wildhorse Resort & Casino. “Erika’s back-to-back birdies on 16 and 17 were crucial and key to her victory.”

Americans Sabrina Iqbal and Yana Wilson rounded out the top three finishers, finishing at 15-under and 14-under, respectively.

The low round of the day belonged to Amari Avery, who shot a 63 and held the lead for a portion of the morning tee times. Avery, of Riverside, California, ended the day in a tie for fourth place. Japan’s Yurika Tanida recorded a hole-in-one on No. 16.

Kennewick native Therese Warner fired her best round of the tournament, 68, and finished at 8-under, tied for 23rd.

The final leaderboard is available at: epsontour.com/tournaments/wildhorse-ladies-golf-classic/results.

A field of 137 professional athletes from around the world descended on Pendleton for the fourth consecutive year to compete in the Wildhorse Ladies Golf Classic. Three Pro-Ams and two youth clinics served as lead-ins to three days of professional competition. Increased community and corporate engagement helped shine a spotlight on Eastern Oregon.

About The Epson Tour:
The Epson Tour is the official qualifying tour of the LPGA Tour and enters its 45th competitive season in 2025. With the support of entitlement partner Seiko Epson Corporation, the Tour’s mission is to prepare the world’s best female professional golfers for a successful career on the LPGA Tour. In the last decade, the Epson Tour has grown from 15 tournaments and $1.6 million in prize money to $5 million awarded across 20 events in 2025. In all, 406 LPGA Tour titles have been won by Epson Tour alumni, including 51 major championships. Follow the Epson Tour at epsontour.com, as well as Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.

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Two Players Share Lead After Saturday’s Round; Three One Shot Back

PENDLETON, Ore. (August 16, 2025) — The second round of the 2025 Wildhorse Ladies Golf Classic saw a rush of competitors take a shot at the lead as play concluded Saturday. The final round is set for Sunday, with the first group teeing off at 7:15 am at Wildhorse Golf Course, the championship course of Wildhorse Resort & Casino.

American Sabrina Iqbal and South Korea’s Minji Kang lead the field at 11 under after two rounds. Iqbal, who played collegiate golf at Colorado and TCU, shot 67 and 66 on Friday and Saturday. Kang bested her first-round score by three strokes with a 65, the low round of the day.

Friday’s leader, Julia Gregg, remains near the top of the leaderboard at 10 under par. Joining her in second place are fellow American Laney Frye and Erika Hara of Japan.

Kang (No. 8), Hara (No. 6) and Frye (No. 15) are among the Epson Tour professionals ranked in the Race for the Card, a season-long points competition for LPGA Tour membership. Including the stop in Pendleton, only four regular-season events remain before the Epson Tour Championship.

Kennewick native Therese Warner continued her strong showing with another 70 and sits at 4 under for the tournament.

Selanée Henderson Pendleton, a descendant of the Walla Walla Tribe, had four birdies Saturday; however, they weren’t enough to keep her in the field after the cut to the top 60 players and ties.

The complete leaderboard can be found online at epsontour.com/tournaments/wildhorse-ladies-golf-classic/leaderboard.

Tickets are still on sale for the final day of the 2025 Wildhorse Ladies Golf Classic, general admission is $12. Wildhorse Resort & Casino Club Wild members can receive free admission by visiting the club’s desk this weekend. Children 15 and under are admitted free when accompanied by a ticketed adult.

Tickets can be purchased online at wildhorseresort.com/2025-epson-tour-page.

About The Epson Tour:
The Epson Tour is the official qualifying tour of the LPGA Tour and enters its 45th competitive season in 2025. With the support of entitlement partner Seiko Epson Corporation, the Tour’s mission is to prepare the world’s best female professional golfers for a successful career on the LPGA Tour. In the last decade, the Epson Tour has grown from 15 tournaments and $1.6 million in prize money to $5 million awarded across 20 events in 2025. In all, 406 LPGA Tour titles have been won by Epson Tour alumni, including 51 major championships. Follow the Epson Tour at epsontour.com, as well as Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.

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Texas Native Ties Tournament’s Low Round at 62

PENDLETON, Ore. (August 15, 2025) — The first round of the 2025 Wildhorse Ladies Golf Classic is in the books, with two more rounds ahead for Epson Tour professionals this weekend. American Julia Gregg stands atop the leaderboard at 10-under, three strokes ahead of closest competitor Amari Avery of California. The round ties the tournament-record low from 2022.

The final two rounds are set to play out over Saturday and Sunday. Tournament play starts at 7:15 am both days at Wildhorse Golf Course, the championship course of Wildhorse Resort & Casino.

An Epson Tour rookie, Gregg’s Friday round was highlighted by 10 birdies, six of which came on the front nine. A former University of Arkansas standout, her previous low round on tour was a 66.

Rounding out the top five, Avery shot a 65, one off her previous best, and sits alone in second place. Americans Kayla Smith and Laney Frye, along with Germany’s Sophie Hausmann, are tied for third at 66.

The tournament’s late-summer placement is critical to Epson Tour professionals competing in the Race for the Card, a season-long points competition for LPGA Tour membership. Including the stop in Pendleton, only four tournaments remain and the top 15 in the rankings elevate to the LPGA for the upcoming 2026 season. Japan’s Erika Hara is No. 6 in the Race for the Card standings, as well as tied for sixth on the tournament, along with four other golfers.

Kennewick native Therese Warner tied her previous tournament best with a 70. Sponsor exemption Selanée Henderson Pendleton, a descendant of the Walla Walla Tribe, shot a 5-over-par 77.

The complete leaderboard can be found online at epsontour.com/tournaments/wildhorse-ladies-golf-classic/leaderboard.

Tickets are still on sale. General admission is $12 and covers the remaining days of the tournament. Wildhorse Resort & Casino Club Wild members can receive free admission by visiting the club’s desk this weekend. Children 15 and under are admitted free when accompanied by a ticketed adult.

Tickets can be purchased online at wildhorseresort.com/2025-epson-tour-page.

About The Epson Tour:
The Epson Tour is the official qualifying tour of the LPGA Tour and enters its 45th competitive season in 2025. With the support of entitlement partner Seiko Epson Corporation, the Tour’s mission is to prepare the world’s best female professional golfers for a successful career on the LPGA Tour. In the last decade, the Epson Tour has grown from 15 tournaments and $1.6 million in prize money to $5 million awarded across 20 events in 2025. In all, 406 LPGA Tour titles have been won by Epson Tour alumni, including 51 major championships. Follow the Epson Tour at epsontour.com, as well as Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.

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Professional Golfers Set to Tee Off Friday in Pendleton

PENDLETON, Ore. (August 14, 2025) — Wildhorse Resort & Casino, Eastern Oregon’s premier family and entertainment destination, has finalized and released the complete field of entrants for the 2025 Wildhorse Ladies Golf Classic. In partnership with the Epson Tour, the official qualifying circuit of the LPGA, the three-day tournament begins Friday, Aug. 15, and concludes Sunday afternoon with the final round and trophy presentation.

Epson Tour’s Race for the Card, a season-long points competition for LPGA Tour membership, looms large as the completed list of entrants rounded out. Former University of Oregon standout Brianna Chacon sits at No. 3 and is the highest-ranked American in the field. Fellow U.S. players Sophia Schubert (University of Texas), Riley Smyth (University of Virginia), Yana Wilson (Henderson, Nevada) and Hailee Cooper (Texas A&M) are also in the Race for the Card mix.

International contenders Laetitia Beck (Israel), Erika Hara (Japan) and Minji Kang (Republic of Korea) are all ranked in the top 10 of the standings and set to tee off in Pendleton on Friday.

Pacific Northwest ties are also prevalent. Kennewick native Therese Warner joins the field for the fourth consecutive year. Sponsor exemption Selanée Henderson Pendleton is a descendant of the Walla Walla Tribe. Ellie Slama hails from Salem, Oregon, and played collegiate golf at Oregon State University. Sarah Rhee is a native of the Seattle area and was on the University of Washington’s national championship team roster.

An overview of player entries shows the tournament field includes 22 golfers from California, 13 from Texas, 10 from Florida, nine from Canada, nine from the People’s Republic of China and five from Thailand.

The complete field can be found online at: epsontour.com/tournaments/wildhorse-ladies-golf-classic/entries.

The 2025 Wildhorse Ladies Golf Classic is scheduled for Aug. 15–17 at Wildhorse Golf Course, located on the Wildhorse Resort & Casino property. Each day of competition begins at 7:15 a.m.

General admission tickets are $12 and cover all three days. Wildhorse Resort & Casino Club Wild members can receive free admission by visiting the club’s desk during tournament week. Children 15 and under are admitted free when accompanied by a ticketed adult.

Wildhorse Ladies Golf Classic tickets can be purchased online by visiting wildhorseresort.com/2025-epson-tour-page.

About The Epson Tour:
The Epson Tour is the official qualifying tour of the LPGA Tour and enters its 45th competitive season in 2025. With the support of entitlement partner Seiko Epson Corporation, the Tour’s mission is to prepare the world’s best female professional golfers for a successful career on the LPGA Tour. In the last decade, the Epson Tour has grown from 15 tournaments and $1.6 million in prize money to $5 million awarded across 20 events in 2025. In all, 406 LPGA Tour titles have been won by Epson Tour alumni, including 51 major championships. Follow the Epson Tour at epsontour.com, as well as Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.

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Epson Tour Event in Eastern Oregon Welcomes Standout Collegiate Golfers, Including Tribal Descendant

PENDLETON, Ore. (August 4, 2025) — Wildhorse Resort & Casino, Eastern Oregon’s premier family and entertainment destination, has announced that three professionals have received sponsor exemptions to compete in the 2025 Wildhorse Ladies Golf Classic. The tournament, part of the Epson Tour, the official qualifying tour of the LPGA, will take place Aug. 15–17 at Wildhorse Golf Course, located on the resort grounds.

The allowance of three sponsor exemptions enables Wildhorse Resort & Casino to select professionals based on their outstanding performances, combined with potential fan interest, to play in the tournament.

• Selanée Henderson Pendleton, of Philomath, Oregon, played at the University of California, Irvine (UCI), where she was inducted into the UCI Athletics Hall of Fame in 2023. She was runner-up on Golf Channel’s “Big Break Atlantis” in 2012 and was named the 2006 Big West Conference women’s golf athlete of the year. A descendant of the Walla Walla Tribe, Henderson Pendleton’s maternal grandmother was born on the reservation.
• Maisie Filler, of Palm Beach Gardens, Florida, played collegiate golf at the University of Florida and reached No. 1 in the NCAA rankings in February 2024. She was named a 2024 second-team All-American by the Women’s Golf Coaches Association (WGCA) and earned first-team All-Southeastern Conference (SEC) honors. Filler is also a four-time SEC Golfer of the Week.
• Lauren Beaudreau, from Lemont, Illinois, competed at the University of Notre Dame and was recognized as a 2024 WGCA All-American honorable mention. She was selected to the 2024 All-Atlantic Coast Conference (ACC) women’s golf team and was named ACC Golfer of the Month in March 2024 (co-selection). Beaudreau claimed an individual win at the 2024 NCAA Division I East Lansing Regional.

“We’re grateful to offer sponsor exemptions to these tremendously accomplished professionals, each representing different regions of the country and helping to shine a spotlight on Eastern Oregon,” said Gary E. George, CEO of Wildhorse Resort & Casino. “It’s especially gratifying to welcome Selanée Henderson Pendleton to our tournament as a descendant of our Tribe.”

The 2025 Wildhorse Ladies Golf Classic is scheduled for Aug. 15–17 at Wildhorse Golf Course, situated on the Wildhorse Resort & Casino property. The tournament will feature more than 140 professional golfers from around the world, competing in a three-day tournament as part of the Epson Tour’s Race for the Card, a season-long points competition for LPGA Tour membership.

General admission tickets are $12 and cover all three competition days. Wildhorse Resort & Casino Club Wild members can receive free admission by visiting the player’s desk during the tournament week. Children aged 15 and under are admitted free when accompanied by a ticketed adult.

Wildhorse Ladies Golf Classic tickets can be purchased online by visiting wildhorseresort.com/2025-epson-tour-page.

The success of this golf tournament relies on more than 150 volunteers who perform duties integral to the operation of a professional sporting event. Individuals interested in volunteering are encouraged to sign up here: wildhorseresort.com/2025-epson-volunteer-registration.

About The Epson Tour:
The Epson Tour is the official qualifying tour of the LPGA Tour and enters its 45th competitive season in 2025. With the support of entitlement partner Seiko Epson Corporation, the Tour’s mission is to prepare the world’s best female professional golfers for a successful career on the LPGA Tour. In the last decade, the Epson Tour has grown from 15 tournaments and $1.6 million in prize money to $5 million awarded across 20 events in 2025. In all, 405 LPGA Tour titles have been won by Epson Tour alumni, including 50 major championships. Follow the Epson Tour at epsontour.com, as well as Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.

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Sessions Give Tribal and Local Youth Hands-on Experience with Pro Golfers

PENDLETON, Ore. (July 17, 2025) — Wildhorse Resort & Casino, Eastern Oregon’s premier family and entertainment destination, will host two free youth golf clinics this summer, offering local kids a chance to learn the game from professional golfers with support from Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. The clinics are part of a weeklong series of activations as part of the 2025 Wildhorse Ladies Golf Classic.

The two half-day clinics, featuring instruction from rising stars of women’s professional golf, will be held on Tuesday, Aug. 12, covering swing fundamentals, chipping, putting, etiquette, and basic rules. Each session is limited to the first 50 registered youth golfers, with a waitlist available. Participants are encouraged to bring their clubs, if possible.

Tuesday, Aug. 12 Clinic Schedule:

• Morning Session: 10am – Noon, at Wildhorse Resort Golf Course

• Afternoon Session: 4pm – 6pm, at Golf Course at Birch Creek

Registration forms can be found by visiting wildhorseresort.com/epson-youth-golf-clinic-wrc.

“As our fourth year of hosting the tournament and these clinics approaches, it is cultivating these impactful experiences for tribal and local youths that becomes more and more central to the broader vision of growing the game of golf in our region,” said Gary E. George, CEO of Wildhorse Resort & Casino.

Wells Fargo is sponsoring this year’s youth clinics, helping ensure the events remain free and accessible. “We’re proud to support an opportunity that introduces young players to the game and creates lasting memories alongside professional golfers,” said Sean Kimball, executive director of the gaming division and relationship manager at Wells Fargo.

The 2025 Wildhorse Ladies Golf Classic is scheduled for Aug. 15–17 at Wildhorse Golf Course, situated on the Wildhorse Resort & Casino property. The tournament will feature more than 140 professional golfers from around the world, competing in a three-day tournament as part of the Epson Tour’s Race for the Card, a season-long points competition for LPGA Tour membership.

General admission tickets are $12 and cover all three competition days. Wildhorse Resort & Casino Club Wild members can receive free admission by visiting the player’s desk during the tournament week. Children aged 15 and under are admitted free when accompanied by a ticketed adult.

Wildhorse Ladies Golf Classic tickets can be purchased online by visiting wildhorseresort.com/2025-epson-tour-page.

For information on sponsorship packages, visit wildhorseresort.com/2025-epson-tour-page/sponsorships.

The success of this golf tournament relies on more than 125 volunteers who perform duties integral to the operation of a professional sporting event. Individuals interested in volunteering are encouraged to sign up here: wildhorseresort.com/2025-epson-volunteer-registration.

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Award-winning Duo Blends Hip-hop, Reggae and Dubstep Genres with Traditional Indigenous Rhythms

PENDLETON, Ore. (July 2, 2025) — Wildhorse Resort & Casino, Eastern Oregon’s premier family and entertainment destination, today announced that internationally acclaimed band The Halluci Nation will perform at the property’s Rivers Event Center on Saturday, Sept. 20, 2025.

Formerly known as A Tribe Called Red, The Halluci Nation is recognized for its innovative fusion of traditional Indigenous music with electronic dance genres such as hip-hop, reggae and dubstep. Their distinctive sound celebrates the band’s heritage and highlights the modern-day experiences of Indigenous people. Composed of Tim “2oolman” Hill and Ehren “Bear Witness” Thomas, both enrolled members of First Nations in Canada, the group has won three Juno Awards, the Canadian equivalent of the Grammy Awards, including Group of the Year in 2018.

In 2025, The Halluci Nation made history as the first independent Indigenous artists from North America to reach 100 million streams on Spotify. Their appearances at major festivals such as Coachella and collaborations with the video game Fortnite have introduced new global audiences to the music of Canada’s First Nations and tribes throughout North America. For more information about the band, visit thehallucination.com.

The performance is open to guests age 15 and older; the start time will be announced at a later date.

Wildhorse Resort & Casino’s Club Wild members get early access to tickets via presale starting Wednesday, July 16, 2025, at 10 am. Tickets go on sale to the general public Friday, July 18, 2025, at 10 am. Tickets can be purchased at wildhorseresort.com, via the Wildhorse App, or in person at the Wildhorse Gift Shop.

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Drumming & Dancing Highlight a Weekend of Traditions for the 29th Year

PENDLETON, Ore. (June 30, 2025) — Wildhorse Resort & Casino, owned and operated by the Confederated Tribes of the Umatilla Indian Reservation, today announced the details of the Wildhorse 29th Annual Pow Wow, taking place this weekend. Festivities begin on Friday, July 4, and continue through Sunday, July 6, on the Wildhorse Resort & Casino property.

The Pow Wow aspires to celebrate Indian country’s culture throughout the weekend, bringing familiar songs, dances, regalia, and community to Pendleton. Dancing and drumming competitions, featuring participants from across the western United States and Canada, highlight the festivities. Prize money is awarded in multiple categories based on gender, age, and dance style, with judges scoring competitors on technical mastery, rhythm, and the ability to end precisely on the final drumbeat.

Spectators are encouraged to attend, and admission is free. Vendors selling artisan products, jewelry and authentic Native American frybread will be on site all weekend.

Schedule of Events:

Friday, July 4

• 4 pm: Registration for dancers and drum groups opens
• 7 pm: Grand Entry
• Evening: Honoring Our Veterans special

Saturday, July 5

• 11 am: Registration opens
• 1 pm: Grand Entry
• Afternoon: Fancy Dance Special, Men vs. Women
• 5 pm: Break
• 7 pm: Pow Wow resumes
• Evening War Bonnet Special

Sunday, July 6

• 1 pm: Grand Entry
• Finals: contest results and prize presentations

Preceding the Pow Wow, a free stand-up comedy show by Homer Shadowheart, a Native American comedian, actor and musician from Cincinnati. A longtime performer with credits in two films, Shadowheart is known for his subtle humor and dedication to representing the Native American experience. The performance takes place Thursday, July 3, at 7 pm in the Wildhorse Sports Bar. Seating is limited. Attendees must be 21 or older.

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