Keshjee' (Navajo Shoe Game)
Runs until Thursday, January 29, 2026 (See all dates)
- Time
- 4:00 PM - 9:00 PM
- Venue
- Suns Lounge (above Mary's Kitchen), Farmington, NM, 87402
- Price
- Free
It is a Navajo winter social guessing game, played during the night. Teams play against each other to find a hidden ball inside a shoe/moccasin. Tactics and strategies are used to distract players during the guessing game process. In Navajo culture, the game originated between day and night animals. Animals wanted it to either be day or night all the time. A contest was played amongst the creatures in an attempt to determine whether it be always day or night.
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What is a Navajo Shoe Game?
(in Navajo: késhjéé; pronounced: Kesh-jeh)
It is a Navajo winter social guessing game, played during the night. Teams play against each other to find a hidden ball inside a shoe/moccasin. Tactics and strategies are used to distract players during the guessing game process. In Navajo culture, the game originated between day and night animals. Animals wanted it to either be day or night all the time. A contest was played amongst the creatures in an attempt to determine whether it be always day or night.
About Kevin Belin
Kevin Belin (Navajo/Diné) is the Navajo Language teacher at Navajo Prep, with more than a decade of experience in education. He shares his extensive expertise through presentations, training sessions, and workshops for both educators and students.
Do I have to be Navajo to play?
No. This event is open to all students and the community. You may participate in the game or watch and enjoy with the community.
Is there a fee?
No. This is free
Will there be food and drinks?
Yes. Food and drinks will be provided.
Is this a family-friendly event?
Yes, absolutely. This event is on school grounds. Drugs and alcohol are prohibited on campus.
Venue
Suns Lounge (above Mary's Kitchen)
4601 College Blvd.
Farmington, NM
87402
Dates
The event runs from 4:00 PM to 9:00 PM on the following dates.
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