Franz Witte: Gourd Festival
September 19 @ 10:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Coming back this fall, September 19 – 21st, 2025.
We are welcoming back the Idaho Gourd Society for another gourd extravaganza!
A 3-Day Celebration of All Things Gourd
Get ready for a weekend full of creativity, community, and gourds! The Gourd Festival is bringing together artists, gardeners, and gourd enthusiasts for three days of hands-on workshops, unique vendors, and festive fun.
Daily Workshops and Entertainment— register now!
Note about the times: You are not required to stay for the entire duration of the classes as shown below. It’s up to you how much time you wish to spend decorating and polishing your gourd designs!
- Friday, September 19th
- 9:30 AM – 12:30 PM — Thunder Gourds with Ron Swank
- 1:30 PM – 4:30 PM — Decoupage on Gourds with Robi Hathorn
- Saturday, September 20th
- FREE Facepainting all day
- 12:00 PM — Taiko Drumming Performance
- 9:30 AM – 12:30 PM — Thunder Gourds with Ron Swank
- 1:30 PM – 4:30 PM — Danish Cord Coiling on Gourds with Chris Peters
- Sunday, September 21st
- 10:30 AM – 3:00 PM — Air Plant in a Gourd with Robi Hathorn
Mark your calendar and stay tuned for more event details including food vendors and entertainment — you won’t want to miss it!
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