Chamber Events

Chamber After Hours

Chamber After Hours takes place on the 2nd Tuesday of the month from 5-7pm at a rotating member business location.  Participants enjoy appetizers and beverages in a casual setting while gathering with fellow business members.  It is a relaxed way to unwind after work and get better acquainted with your peers.  Click here to find out where the next location will be.

If your business would like to host a future Chamber After Hours, click here to learn more. 

Chamber Business Expo

The fourth Thursday in October, members have the opportunity to showcase their business to fellow members and the community from 5:00 – 8:00PM. Cash bar, silent auction, an abundance of hors d’oeuvres and prime networking! The Expo takes place at the New City Ballroom and space is limited.  This is a Chamber member benefit as only members are able to purchase exhibit space.  

Expo is open free to all to attend- fellow members, general public, students, all.

 

Awards of Excellence

In honor of Small Business in America and at home- The Chamber recognizes businesses, entrepreneurs, employees and bosses on the fourth Tuesday of May at the Hampton Inn. Nominations are sought in a variety of categories by their peers. Click here for more information.  

Annual Dinner

Held the third Tuesday in September, the Chamber celebrates the end of the fiscal year and inducts the new Chair and incoming board members. Slideshow loop recapping events and programs from the year. Event also includes silent auction, raffles, and door prizes.

Sponsorships are available for all events listed. Click here for more information.

The Chamber is also known for on going monthly networking and advocacy programming. See the Calendar events for a full listing of Chamber and community events.

 

Lake Bemidji Dragon Boat Festival

The Fifth Annual Dragon Boat Festival is a great opportunity to showcase your business before thousands through the year round media campaign and waterfront event the the First Weekend in August.  For details on how you can become a major sponsor, click here

 Polar Daze

An annual winter festival to celebrate winter and all it is famous for. The Chamber partners with other community organizations to provide a sampling of winter events that include, Polar Plunge, Ice Fishing, Sled Derby, Broom Ball, Vintage snowmobiling, Cross Country Skiing, Curling events and more. Specific Chamber events are the annual Taste of Northern MN (indoor sampling of restaurants and beverages) and the 5K Polar Challenge Run Walk. Polar Daze is held the third & fourth weekends in January.  To register for the 5K Polar Challenge Run/Walk Click Here

For more information on Events around the Community- Click Here

 

Premium Membership Packages / Sponsorship Opportunities

Enjoy the convenience of a "one time" purchase that will last all year long with one of our Premium Membership Package options.  Gold, Silver or Bronze levels will offer your business great exposure with many extras!

Check out how your business can be front and center by downloading the Premium Membership Packages brochure.  Call the Chamber at: 218-444-3541  to get your package started today.