Ever wonder what happens on the Indian Village after 10 o’clock?

Participants settle in and sleep in their tipis, eight to ten people at a time.

And not just for one night, but every single night during Stampede.

In general, the design of a tipi can be broken into three sections: the top of the design reflects the Father Heavens.

The middle represents the spirit world and mythology of the people, the bottom part of the design represents Mother Earth.

Tipi owners, elders and interpreters are on hand to explain the significance and meaning of items on display.

This year, the Calgary Stampede welcomes 26 tipis representing the five Treaty 7 tribes.