Gina's Markets and Events

08/15/2026

✨ SAVE THE DATES! ✨

Gina’s Markets is excited to share the rest our 2026 Market Schedule! 🛍️🍂🎃🎄

We have THREE more markets coming your way at the Chawathil First Nation Gym:

📚 Friday, September 4 | *12–4 PM*
Back to School Kick-Off

🎃 Wednesday, October 21 | 12–6 PM
Halloween Spooktacular

🎄 Friday, December 18 | 12–6 PM
4th Annual Christmas Craft Market

📍 Chawathil First Nation Gym
#4–60814 Lougheed Hwy #7
Just 10 minutes outside of Hope

💛 Open to everyone — come out and join us!

Whether you're coming to shop, support local vendors, grab some food, bring the family, or just enjoy the day, we'd love to see you there!

For market updates, event details, vendor opportunities and more, scan the QR code on the poster, follow Gina's Markets and Events, or email us at [email protected].

✨ Save these dates — we’ll see you at the market! ✨

08/15/2026

🛍️✨ VENDORS WANTED! ✨🛍️

Gina’s Market is coming to the Back to School Kick-Off 🎒 at Chawathil First Nation! 🎒💙

We’re looking for local makers, crafters, artists, small businesses and community vendors who would like to join us for an afternoon of shopping, fun and community!

📅 September 4
⏰ 12:00–4:00 PM
📍 Chawathil First Nation| #4-60814 Lougheed #7 Hwy, just outside Hope

🎒 Priority will be given to vendors offering family, children’s, back-to-school or school-oriented products and services. 🚌📚✏️

🎪 Bouncy castles (weather permitting)
🍴 Gina’s “Kay”tering concession
🎁 Giveaways
🛍️ Local vendors
🎉 Family-friendly fun!
EVERYONE IS WELCOME! 🫶🏼

Interested in being a vendor? Fill out our vendor application here: 👇🏼
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScgzQN-xTVROKCAjm6izEL-Ennxijydf2QbRHfJQjx2zNQ43w/viewform?usp=header

Let’s kick off the school year by supporting local, shopping small and bringing our communities together! 🎒✨

Thank you for your interest in becoming a vendor at the Back to School Family Market, hosted by Gina's Markets & Events during the Chawathil First Nation Back to School Kick-Off! 📅 Thursday, September 4, 2026 🕛 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM 📍 Chawathil First Nation Gym, Hope, BC This family-focused ...

08/13/2026

🎒✨ BACK TO SCHOOL KICK-OFF! ✨🎒

We’re kicking off the school year with an afternoon of fun, food, shopping & community! 🥳💙

📅 September 4
⏰ 12:00–4:00 PM
📍 Chawathil First Nation | #4-60814 Lougheed #7 Hwy

Come out and enjoy:
🎪 Bouncy Castles (weather permitting)
🍴 Good Eats ( Gina's "Kay"tering concession)
🎁 Giveaways
🛍️ Gina's Markets and Events
🎉 And lots of fun for the whole family!

Whether you’re getting ready for a new school year, looking for some local goodies, or just want to come out and enjoy the afternoon — everyone is welcome! 🫶🏼

Mark your calendars and come kick off the school year with us! 🎒✨

Hosted by Chawathil Education, Recreation Department & Gina's Markets and Events

07/21/2026

🍎✨ VENDOR CALL – Back to School Market! 🎒📚

I’m so excited to officially announce that Gina’s Markets & Events will be hosting the market during the Chawathil First Nation Back to School Kick-Off on Thursday, September 4th from 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM! 🎉

This market will have a special focus on children, families, and back-to-school shopping, and we are looking for amazing local vendors to join us! 🛍️✨

We are especially looking for vendors offering:
🎒 Children’s clothing & accessories
📚 Books & educational items
🧸 Toys & sensory products
🖍️ School supplies
🍪 Treats & baked goods
🧼 Handmade products
🎨 Family-friendly activities or services
✨ And other items perfect for kids and families!

As always, we welcome a variety of local small businesses. If you think your products or services would be a great fit, we would love to have you apply! 💛

📌 Vendor applications are now open!
Please complete the application form below:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScgzQN-xTVROKCAjm6izEL-Ennxijydf2QbRHfJQjx2zNQ43w/viewform?usp=publish-editor

We can’t wait to bring our community together for another amazing market! 🍎🎒✨

06/28/2026

❤️ Thank You ❤️

Yesterday's market was another wonderful day, and I just wanted to take a moment to say thank you to everyone who came out and supported our local vendors.

To our amazing vendors, entertainers, volunteers, and everyone who helped behind the scenes—thank you for all of your hard work. Your dedication is what makes these events so special.

And to everyone who stopped by to shop, grab a bite to eat, visit with friends, or simply enjoy the day, thank you for supporting local businesses and our community. It truly means so much.

I didn't manage to take any photos (I was too busy running around! 😅), so if you snapped any pictures during the market, I'd love if you shared them in the comments. I'd love to see the day through your eyes!

Thank you again for making another market such a great success. I can't wait to see you all at the next one! ❤️

06/26/2026

🎉 TODAY'S THE DAY! 🎉

The wait is over! Gina's Summer Market ☀️ is happening TODAY alongside the Chawathil Summer Bash, and we can't wait to welcome you! ☀️

Come enjoy a fun-filled day featuring:

🛍️ 25+ local vendors
🍔 Delicious BBQ Bacon Cheeseburger or BBQ Chicken Burger Meals from Gina's "Kay"tering
🍋 Refreshments
🚲 Bike Safety Skills & Rodeo
🎠 Kiddie rides for the little ones
🎁 Prizes
☀️ Family fun and community connection

Please note: Due to today's weather, the bouncy castles will no longer be available. We're grateful for your understanding and are excited to still have kiddie rides and plenty of fun for everyone to enjoy!

Whether you're shopping local, grabbing lunch, or spending the afternoon with family and friends, there's something for everyone!

📅 TODAY!
📍 Chawathil Band Office
🛍️ Summer Market: 12:00 PM – 6:00 PM
🎉 Summer Bash: 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM

Bring your friends, bring your family, and come celebrate with us. We can't wait to see you! 💛

06/25/2026

🎉 TOMORROW'S THE DAY! 🎉

The wait is almost over! Join us tomorrow for Gina's Summer Market ☀️, happening alongside the Chawathil Summer Bash! ☀️

Here's what you can look forward to:

🛍️ 25+ amazing local vendors
🍔 Delicious BBQ burger meals from Gina's "Kay"tering
🍋 Refreshments
🚲 Bike Safety Skills & Rodeo
🏰 Bouncy Castles (bring towels!)
🎁 Prizes
☀️ A fun day with family, friends, and community!

Whether you're shopping, grabbing lunch, or just looking for something fun to do, we'd love to see you there!

📅 Friday, June 26
⏰ Summer Market: 12 PM – 6 PM
⏰ Summer Bash: 1 PM – 4 PM
📍 Chawathil Band Office

👇 Tag the person you're bringing with you!

06/24/2026

🛍️ MEET SOME OF OUR AMAZING VENDORS! 🛍️

This Friday at Gina's Summer Market ☀️ you'll find an incredible variety of local makers, artists, creators, and small businesses!

Just a few of the vendors joining us:

✨
✨ 'olh Temexw Botanicals
✨ & Sage
✨ Soap
✨ Dog Beading
✨ -A-Tive Designs
✨ Strings
✨ Ray's Funky Finds
✨ Waters Healing
✨ Stranger Earrings & Investigator
..and many more!

With 25+ vendors attending, there's something for everyone to discover. ☀️

📅 Friday, June 26
⏰ 12 PM - 6 PM
📍 Chawathil Band Office

👇 Which vendor are you most excited to visit?