The arrival of summer will be celebrated in Garland this weekend, much like how Ukrainian families celebrated it many years ago.
Kupalo Fest takes place Friday through Sunday, with special solstice ceremonies taking place on Saturday, along with workshops on Friday, and dances on both Friday and Saturday night.
Organizer and Artistic Director Anastasia Fyk explains why it's important to hold this festival.
"I really want to see life brought back to the area. We have all of the infrastructure here. It is such a beautiful and magical place here in Garland. We are right on the edge of the Duck Mountains. And, it is a really special place, and I just want to see traditions come back to life. Traditions happening again and living culture."
Proceeds from the weekend will go towards humanitarian efforts in Ukraine, as well as to the victims of the Manitoba wildfires.
Tickets can be purchased at Ruff's Furniture & Appliances, in Dauphin; Old September, in Gilbert Plains; LB's, in Ethelbert; Sheila's Lucky Dollar, in Pine River; and, Kolisnyk's General Store, in Cowan.
