Hope Brigade Days

FUN FACT: Briggie Pete’s cousin, Briggie Billy, was the very first winner of the Ogilvie Cup! 🏆

Now it’s your turn.

Join us at the Kawkawa Lake Polar Bear Swim on January 1st — and you just might spot Briggie Pete cheering you on!

🎭 Dress up in your most outrageous costume for a chance to get your name engraved on the legendary Ogilvie Cup.

Costume Categories

• Children & Youth
• Adult
• Business & Team Costumes

🎁 Great prizes to be won

☕ Hot chocolate and popcorn 🍿by donation, provided by the Hope Lions Club

🎉 Big laughs, big energy, and unbeatable community spirit

🕚 Be there at 11:00 AM for BC’s wildest polar bear swim!

If you love being a part of something great, come see what it's all about.

🎉💜 Thank You for an Incredible Brigade Days 2025! 💜🎉

What a weekend! From start to finish, this year’s Brigade Days was truly one of our best yet — and it’s all thanks to YOU. 🙌

👏 To our dedicated volunteers who worked tirelessly behind the scenes…

👏 To our amazing vendors and sponsors who brought the festival to life…

👏 And to the incredible community and visitors who came out to celebrate with us…

We couldn’t do it without your support. 💜

We’re already excited to start planning for Brigade Days 2026 — and we can’t wait to see you all back again next year!

👉 Be sure to follow us on Facebook and Instagram to stay tuned for updates and announcements as planning begins.

Photo Credit: taylor0933

BRIGGIE BAZAAR. Located in the Curling Rink (1055 6th Ave.), the bazaar has FREE admission. Everyone is welcome to come in and browse the vendors! With 52 vendors, you’ll find an incredible array of products and services: something for everyone! Enter to win a door prize!

HOURS:

Friday Sept. 5: 4pm - 8pm
Saturday Sept. 6: 12pm - 8pm
Sunday Sept. 7: 11am - 4pm