This event is in the past.It took place on June 1, 2026 at S'edav Va'aki Museum (formerly Pueblo Grande Museum).

World Atlatl Day 1
World Atlatl Day 2
World Atlatl Day 3
🌾"how smart and sustainable their way of life used to be"
💧Bring water, it's outdoors in June
🎯No experience needed to compete

Channel your inner hunter-gatherer and throw a spear farther than your friends using an atlatl, the ancient weapon that predates the bow and arrow. Set among the preserved Hohokam ruins at Pueblo Grande, this hands-on demo and accuracy contest turns archaeology into a surprisingly competitive afternoon.

Hands-on archaeology
Native heritage
Ancient weapons demo
Family-friendly