Whoop-Up Days wraps in Lethbridge with new food and cabaret hits
Organizers say this year's Whoop-Up Days drew strong crowds, though final attendance figures have not yet been released.
The 2026 edition of Whoop-Up Days has concluded in Lethbridge, with early signs pointing to a successful run even though final numbers are not yet available.
Excite Lethbridge CEO Kim Gallucci said several new additions proved popular with fairgoers this year, including new food offerings such as dill pickle poutine and a cabaret added to the rodeo lineup, which she described as a hit with attendees.
Gallucci said entertainment throughout the festival was well-attended overall, and she believes the community enjoyed this year's event.
She also thanked the businesses and organizations that hosted their own pancake breakfasts in connection with the festival, noting that the number of such events continues to grow each year.
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