Beloved Rexburg tradition, Madison Fire Department Pipe Brigade, to retire in 2026

REXBURG, Idaho (KIFI) After 17 years, the Madison Fire Department Pipe Brigade announced 2026 will be its last year of performing.

"Following this season, the Pipe Brigade will retire, and the traditions will come to a close," the organization said in a press release.  

"It has been our honor and privilege to serve the residents of Madison County and the surrounding communities by honoring those who have gone before us," it continued. "We are deeply grateful for the support, encouragement, and friendship we have received from the people of Rexburg and Madison County over the years."

The Pipe Brigade will continue to perform for the next several months at their traditional community events, including:

Memorial Day – May 25th 

• 9:00 AM – Plano and Sutton (Archer) Cemeteries  
• 9:50 AM – Burton and Sugar Cemeteries  
• 10:45 AM – Rexburg Cemetery (all pipers will gather and perform)  

Saint Anthony 24th of July Parade 

Final appearances in 2026 will be: 

• 9/11 Memorial Walk (Porter Park)  

• Patriot Day Parade (Porter Park)