Upofest
Western Canada

Upofest 2025: Winnipeg’s Festival of Gourds Brings Community Together

This year’s Upofest looked a little different—but the spirit remained as vibrant as ever. Instead of a backyard or outdoor venue, the fifth annual celebration of upo (bottle gourds) was held inside a local gymnasium. The change of setting didn’t dampen the energy; in fact, it gave the festival a lively, playful atmosphere that left Read More…