09/29/2025
Happening today at Shiprock South Campus. Great prizes! Come on out and test your frybread skills. ☺️ A fun way to start Northern Navajo Fair. ☺️
Yá'á'tééh! Fair season is in the air in Shiprock, NM!
DINÉ COLLEGE HOSTS EXCITING FRYBREAD CONTEST AT SHIPROCK SOUTH CAMPUS
Shiprock, NM. Diné College is thrilled to announce its upcoming Frybread Contest, a celebration of culinary skill, creativity, and tradition.
The event will take place on Monday, September 29, 2025, at the Shiprock South Campus, located on Highway 64 @ College Road, Shiprock, NM 87420.
This exciting competition invites participants to showcase their frybread-making expertise in a fun and friendly environment. Contestants will be judged on appearance, texture, creativity, cleanliness, presentation, and taste.
The event promises to be a lively gathering for the community, filled with delicious frybread and spirited competition.
Event Details:
Date: Monday, September 29, 2025
Location: Shiprock South Campus, HWY 64 @ College Road, Shiprock, NM 87420
Onsite Registration: Begins at 1:30 PM (First Come, First Served)
Contest Sessions:
Session 1: 3:00 PM
Session 2: 4:00 PM
Session 3: 5:00 PM
Grand Finale Session: 6:00 PM (Winners of Sessions 1, 2, and 3 compete for the grand prize)
Contestant Requirements:
Must be 18 years or older
Possess a valid Food Handlers Permit
Be able to build a fire
Provided Materials:
Flour, salt, baking powder, shortening/oil, firewood, and water
What to Bring:
Grill, bowls, fork, cup, dish towels, oven mitts, and apron
How to Participate:
The contest is open to all frybread enthusiasts who meet the requirements. Registration is onsite and in-person, starting at 1:30 PM.
Space is limited to 6 contestants per session, so we encourage early arrival.
Judging Criteria:
Participants will be evaluated on:
Appearance
Texture
Skill Set
Creativity
Cleanliness
Presentation and Taste
Important Notes:
Diné College is not responsible for injuries, accidents, or theft during the event.
For more information, please contact:
Crystal Tsinnie at (505) 368-3528 or [email protected]
Winifred Jumbo at (505) 368-3522 or [email protected]
Join us for a day of fun, food, and friendly competition as we celebrate the art of frybread making. We look forward to seeing you there!
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