Drums Along The Hudson 2015

During the day, we take time out to honor individuals and organizations for their contributions to environmental and humanitarian causes. This year we will honor His Holiness the 14th Dalai Lama, Tenzin Gyatso and Tichina Arnold, Actress & Singer (We Win Foundation). As part of the day’s festivities we will also celebrate the 80th birthday of His Holiness with Tibetan performances, food and crafts.

DRUMS ALONG THE HUDSON® features Manhattan’s only open air pow wow, which is a celebratory gathering of Native American people that will be led by Louis Mofsie and theThunderbird American Indian Dancers with Host Drums Heyna Second Sons and Silver Cloud. This multicultural family-oriented festival combines Native American heritage with the diversity of New York City with performances of world dance and drumming traditions. Activities also include Native American crafts, storytelling, international cuisine and new this year, a World Market Tent. In keeping with the underlying theme of environmental awareness and education,DRUMS ALONG THE HUDSON® will continue to feature an Environmental Tent, which will include appearances by Captain Planet, courtesy of the Captain Planet Foundation, and a free bicycle valet for attendees who ride their bike to the park.