Chamber Events

Connect with other members and grow your network at Chamber events

We’re excited to have you join us at an upcoming event! There’s something for everyone – we offer everything from networking events to educational workshops, giving you the opportunities to connect, learn, and collaborate.

As a non-profit organization, every contribution we receive plays a crucial role in helping us achieve our goals. In order to maximize the effectiveness of our resources and support our mission, we have implemented a non-refundable ticket policy. For any questions, contact us at [email protected].

NETWORKING

July 13, 2026

See you at North Shore Golf Club in Menasha for networking on the links next summer. Our golf outing features lunch and a reception, as well as the opportunity to interact with sponsors through special on-course activities. We certainly hope you’ll swing by!

August 20, 2026

Ready to break the “grass” ceiling? Join us for a fun and empowering 9-hole women’s golf tournament that brings together local professionals and community leaders for networking, camaraderie, and a little friendly competition. This event celebrates women on and off the course, offering sponsors and golfers alike the chance to connect.

You won’t want to miss the Fox Cities’ most fun golf event, the Chamber’s Octoberfest Golf Outing! Raise your steins (and your golf clubs!) to raise funds and have a blast along the way. The Octoberfest Golf Outing returns to High Cliff Golf Course on Thursday, September 11th with a 9 AM shotgun start.

EMERGING TALENT

April 15, 2026

Regional employers are invited to set up booths for interactions with local 8th-through-12th-grade-students at this annual career fair. Connect the next generation of leaders to career pathways and incentivize future talent to invest in the Fox Cities through your support of this annual outreach event.

June 10 - July 20, 2026

Launch: Summer Intern Series is an 8-week program designed to introduce interns to both workplace culture and the Fox Cities community. Through engaging sessions, networking opportunities, and local experiences, participants gain valuable insight into professional life while building connections that help them feel at home in the region.

November 11, 2026

Science is cool. So are technology, engineering, and math. And when our community rallies around getting girls excited about STEM, the results really rock. This day-long, interactive mentoring event connects the Fox Cities science and tech community with girls who are freshmen and sophomores in area high schools. Smart Girls Rock! is designed to inspire students’ interest in STEM careers and provide them the academic and career planning guidance they need to get where they want to go.

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

February 18, 2026

The “Bowtie Economist,” Elliot Eisenberg, delivers his popular annual address on macro- and micro-economic issues to the Fox Cities business community. Join us for an engaging and entertaining keynote address. Belly laughs included.

May 5, 2026

Continue to advance in your career and learn how to better lead, influence, and build a network. Join us to hear from Fox Cities business leaders as they give insight into their own paths to success and offer advice to area young professionals looking to grow into positions of leadership in the future.

WOMEN IN LEADERSHIP

October 14, 2026

Join us as four local, influential women take the stage to talk about their experiences, challenges, rewards and surprises they’ve encountered as women in leadership positions. Men and women alike are invited to join and learn from each other during a morning of learning, growing and inspiration. 

December 9, 2026

Join the Fox Cities Chamber for a timely breakfast conversation designed for business leaders and professionals. A panel of local economic experts will break down key trends from 2026 and provide forward-looking insights for 2027. Gain practical analysis on what’s shaping our regional economy and how your business can best prepare for the year ahead.

November 3, 2026

Mark your calendar for our first AI Business Summit – a regional conference that will focus on the many ways AI can benefit your business. This day-long program will start and conclude with an engaging keynote then have several breakout sessions throughout the day. Topics will include AI trends, how-to information, and case studies, including how local Fox Cities businesses have integrated AI into their organizations. No matter how big your company or where you are in your AI journey, you will leave with actionable information to help you better integrate this technology at your company.

AWARDS

January 20, 2026

The Fox Cities Chamber of Commerce’s Celebrate event recognizes individual lifetime achievements. In addition to celebrating our recipients, enjoy a wonderful dinner, auction, and networking! It will be an evening to remember, recognize, and connect with the Fox Cities business community.

March 12, 2026

This tradition honors educators and has become a signature celebration in the Fox Cities. Now more than ever our community appreciates the sacrifice, passion, and talent exhibited by so many who serve in this most vital profession. Ten educators receive the award and are recognized at the event. This celebration of our community’s shining stars and their success stories is sure to inspire gratitude and hope.

FUTURE 15 YOUNG PROFESSIONALS AWARDS

Get ready to be inspired by the “Future 15,” a group of Fox Cities young professionals who are making a difference in their careers and communities. These awards are presented by the Chamber’s Pulse Young Professionals Network, which works to elevate the experience of area YPs and motivate them to continue to invest in our community. Every year, the “Future 15” is a collection of success stories that prove the future is bright for the Fox Cities.

FESTIVALS

Friday, September 25, 2026

Classic cars, great local food, and live music will make College Avenue the place to be on Sept. 26. An average of more than 100,000 community members are drawn to this alcohol-free event each year, where they can check out more than 400 vintage rides on display.

Saturday, September 26, 2026

Food, fun, and philanthropy have defined Appleton’s Octoberfest for more than four decades. Since its inception in 1981, Appleton’s Octoberfest has reinvested nearly $3 million in local businesses and nonprofit organizations — making it a cornerstone of our community. More than 200,000 attendees say “Prost!” to this tradition each year.

Event Series

PULSE YOUNG PROFESSIONALS NETWORK EVENTS

This membership-based network targets young professionals in the Fox Cities and provides programs and services to expand their network, form new friendships, and pursue fresh ideas for strengthening our community. Monthly events include social outings, community engagement experiences, and career/professional development opportunities. Six volunteer committees serve Pulse, and membership is free.

FOX TALKS SERIES

The Fox Cities Chamber is providing free, quarterly Fox Talks Seminars. These sessions are informative, interactive, and leave attendees with several takeaways they can implement immediately to help grow their business, organization, or personal selves.

INNOVATE FOR TOMORROW

These events are planned and executed by the Fox Cities Chamber's Emerging Talent Alliance, which is a strategic initiative to build, retain and strengthen the next generation of talent in the Fox Cities region.

CELEBRATING YOUR BUSINESS

The Fox Cities Chamber promotes our members with ribbon-cutting ceremonies, in-person professional development opportunities, and “Business Connections” after-hours networking events.

Count on your Fox Cities Chamber to keep you connected with chamber events and programs designed to educate, empower, and enhance professional life in the Fox Cities region. Get involved as a host, partner, sponsor, or guest and discover another level of connection in the Fox Cities!

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