Events

Annual Gala
The Annual Gala highlights the Chamber’s most significant events, volunteers, and marked contributions to the business community from the previous year. The spotlight shines as an individual is named Champaign County’s Most Valuable Citizen and a business is named the Small Business of the Year.

Annual Golf Outing 
More than 170 golfers participate annually in this fun-filled summer outing held in the first week in June. The day is capped off with a picnic and festivities in the evening, open to all Chamber members and their guests.

ATHENA® Award Luncheon
The ATHENA® Award honors individuals who have demonstrated excellence, creativity, and initiative in their businesses or professions, provided valuable service by devoting time and energy to improve the quality of life for others in the community, and assisted women in reaching their full leadership potential. The award is presented to one individual annually at a special luncheon.

Business After Hours
Business After Hours are held the third Thursday of each month at a host Chamber member business to provide an opportunity for Chamber members to meet, trade ideas, and develop new business contacts.

Chamber Breakfast Series
Breakfasts are held twice a year from 7:15-8:45 a.m. Featured speakers address topics of concern to the business community.

East Central Illinois Business Expo
This very popular business expo showcasing more than 120 businesses is held in the spring at the Assembly Hall and is open to the public.

Chamber activities are a benefit of membership. Contact the Champaign County Chamber and get involved today!