# LGBTQ-Friendly Aboriginal Events The Two-Spirit Rainbow Pow Wow Celebrates Indigenous Culture By Katherine Pendrill | Published 2016-06-24 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rainbow-pow-wow References: [pridetoronto](http://www.pridetoronto.com/pride-month/events/two-spirit-rainbow-pow-wow/) & [djshub](http://www.djshub.ca/shows/gig-273/) This year, [Toronto Pride](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hayu-pride-cookie) is hosting the first ever Two-Spirit Rainbow Pow Wow. Two-Spirit is a distinct gender identity that describes a person gifted with both masculine and feminine spirits. The cross gender identity is an important part of Indigenous culture and this year it is being celebrated with a special [Pride Month Event](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/celebratingyou-campaign). The Two-Spirit Rainbow Pow Wow takes place on July 1st at Toronto's TD Village Stage. The event is completely free to attend and will involve a celebration of Indigenous art, music and dance. Some of the noteworthy performances include [JUNO](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/juno-and-mars) award-winning duo Digging Roots and Two-Spirit artist Shawnee. Electro dance music will also be provided by DJ Shub of the popular group A Tribe Called Red. The event not only helps to shine a light on Toronto's Two-Spirit community, but it also celebrates Indigenous culture more generally. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.0/10 - Popularity: 16% | Activity: 7% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Live Arts](https://www.trendhunter.com/livearts) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Two-spirit Identity:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create inclusive spaces and events that promote understanding and acceptance of the Two-Spirit identity. - **Indigenous Celebration:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop unique events that showcase Indigenous art, music, and dance, fostering cultural appreciation and awareness. - **LGBTQ Pride Month:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create diverse and inclusive Pride Month events that highlight different identities within the LGBTQ community. ### Who This Affects Most - **Event Planning:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Incorporate and prioritize diversity and inclusion in event planning to cater to a wider range of audiences and promote cultural understanding. - **Music and Entertainment:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Collaborate with Two-Spirit and Indigenous artists to create unique and transformative music and entertainment experiences that celebrate diverse cultures. - **Social and Cultural Awareness:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop educational resources and initiatives that increase social and cultural awareness, promoting understanding and acceptance of diverse identities. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Summer Festival Relocations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/summer-solstice-indigenous-festival.md) - [Indigenous-Owned Holiday Events](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aaniin-popup.md) - [Rainbow Pride Landmarks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/exhibition-place.md) - [Pride-Inspired Stamp Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/places-of-pride.md) - [Vodka-Branded Pride Events](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/absolut-empires-ball.md) - [Expansive Pride Activations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/2slgbtqi-community.md) - [Pride-Celebrating Intimacy Oils](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/intimacy-oil.md) - [Inclusive LGBTQ+ Events](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/inclusive-lgbtq-event.md) - [Pride-Inspired Safe Spaces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sephora-launched-brave-spaces.md)