The Chamber’s largest annual event, the Chamber Celebration gathers community business leaders, innovators, and entrepreneurs for an evening of networking and celebration.
The Chamber presents the Chamber Awards for Excellence – Business of the Year Awards. The Chamber Awards for Excellence provide Members with the opportunity to recognize the accomplishments of local businesses and the contributions they make to the Greater Owensboro area.
The Chamber Celebration, presented by Owensboro Health will be held on Friday, January 23, 2026, at the RiverPark Center in downtown Owensboro. The evening will begin with the Before the Curtain Reception, sponsored by Green River Distilling Company, and the iconic Patio Party, sponsored by Owensboro Racing and Gaming, followed by the Chamber Awards for Excellence, sponsored by Southern Star Central Gas Pipeline. The celebration will culminate with the Hartz Contracting After-Party including live entertainment from The Juice Box Heroes.
Sponsorship opportunities are now available for this event. Sponsoring this eagerly awaited event, with more than 800 attendees, offers more than just an opportunity to support the celebration—it’s a chance to highlight your business as an essential contributor to our vibrant community. With various sponsorship levels, including a special opportunity for our small businesses, there is a way for our entire business community to be involved. The sponsorship deadline is Tuesday, January 13.
Tickets to the Chamber Celebration can be purchased at the Chamber office, online, or by calling the Chamber office at (270) 926-1860. Physical tickets must be picked up at the Chamber office during business hours. For questions regarding the Annual Chamber Celebration, or if you are interested in becoming a sponsor, please reach out to Director of Events and Communications, Julia Brooks.
