Events & Programs

Your Content Goes HereThe Auburn Chamber hosts a full calendar of events each year that give businesses the opportunity to connect with one another, stay informed, learn new skills, and promote their services. For interest in attending events contact Crystal McKelvy, Event Services Coordinator. For sponsorship information contact Stephanie Calhoun, Director of Member Engagement.

Most Auburn Chamber of Commerce events and programs require registration — details will be provided on event invitations.

The Annual Meeting brings the membership together to reflect on the past year, plan for the year to come, and award those who have contributed to the success of both the Chamber and the community. This is the Auburn Chamber’s largest event.

  • Sponsorship opportunities are available for this event. Contact Stephanie Calhoun for details.
  • Registration is required. Details will be provided on event invitations.

In partnership with Auburn University’s Student Government Association, AU10 is a discount program created to encourage Auburn University students to shop locally and support local businesses. Participating businesses offer a 10% discount at the point of sale (excluding the sale of alcohol) when students show their Auburn University student ID.

  • Sponsorship opportunities are available for this event. Contact Stephanie Calhoun for details.

The Auburn Young Professionals program is open to employees of Auburn Chamber members ages 21-40. The program emphasizes professional development, community service, and social engagement.

  • Sponsorship opportunities are available. Contact Katie Murray for details.

This annual event is an opportunity for the community to gather together for a time of fellowship, reflection, and prayer. Clergy from a number of denominations offer blessings over different aspects of the community.

  • Sponsorship opportunities are available for this event. Contact Stephanie Calhoun for details.

Business After Hours is a casual networking event that allows members to showcase their businesses in a relaxed, festive atmosphere.

The annual Clay Shoot is an opportunity for members to network and enjoy a day with colleagues.

  • Sponsorship opportunities are available for this event. Contact Stephanie Calhoun for details.
  • Registration is required. Details will be provided on event invitations.

This event is an abbreviated business seminar to start an attendees day over coffee. A featured speaker will explore a timely, relevant business topic.

  • Sponsorship opportunities are available for this event. Contact Stephanie Calhoun for details.
  • Registration is required. Details will be provided on event invitations.

This program recognizes a member (business or individual) who displays excellent customer service. An award and certificate are presented to one winner each quarter.

  • Sponsorship opportunities are available for this event. Contact Stephanie Calhoun for details.

Diplomats serve as the Chamber’s core group of volunteers. They welcome new members at ribbon cuttings, act as hosts at events and programs, assist with staying in touch with our members, and do the behind-the-scenes work that helps make events run smoothly. Contact Crystal McKelvy if interested.

  • Sponsorship opportunities are available for this event. Contact Stephanie Calhoun for details.

Each year, the Auburn Chamber invites a panel of local entrepreneurs to share their experiences and advice with local high school students during an on-site lunch presentation.

  • Sponsorship opportunities are available for this event. Contact Stephanie Calhoun for details.

The annual Golf Classic allows members to enjoy a day of golf while networking and making new contacts. The Golf Classic also offers businesses a number of marketing and sponsorship opportunities.

  • Sponsorship opportunities are available for this event. Contact Stephanie Calhoun for details.
  • Registration is required. Details will be provided on event invitations.

The Industry Appreciation Event is a celebration to thank industry partners who continually invest in Auburn. The entire membership is invited to attend.

  • Sponsorship opportunities are available for this event. Contact Stephanie Calhoun for details.

Leads to Business is an event dedicated to networking. Join us to meet other Auburn Chamber members and make new business contacts.

  • Sponsorship opportunities are available for this event. Contact Stephanie Calhoun for details.
  • Registration is required. Details will be provided on event invitations.

The annual Legislative Update is an opportunity for the membership to meet legislators and discuss current issues with the local delegation.

  • Sponsorship opportunities are available for this event. Contact Stephanie Calhoun for details.
  • Registration is required. Details will be provided on event invitations.

Through Shop Local Dine Local, community members are encouraged to shop and dine local for the holidays for a chance to win one of ten amazing prizes! There are two themes—retail and food & beverage.

  • Sponsorship opportunities are available for this event. Contact Stephanie Calhoun for details.

To show special appreciation to the Auburn Public Safety Department for keeping our homes and businesses safe and making Auburn a better place to live, work, and play—the Auburn Chamber will host a meal for them during July 4th and Thanksgiving.

This program recognizes new Auburn Chamber members! A special gift is hand-delivered to each new member to welcome them to the Auburn Chamber of Commerce.

Citizens are always encouraged to shop in Auburn first and keep tax dollars in the local economy, but a special ShopAuburn campaign is held during the holiday season with an opportunity for businesses to participate and the community to win prizes.

In the spring of each year, the Chamber will take nominations and then host a community-wide vote for the Best of Small Business in four categories and Retailer of the Year. The selected winners will receive an award.

  • Sponsorship opportunities are available for this event. Contact Stephanie Calhoun for details.

Every year a new class of honorees is inducted into the Tiger Trail during the Tiger Trail induction ceremony. Each inductee is honored with an engraved granite plaque to be placed in the sidewalk of downtown Auburn among the plaques of other Auburn greats.

  • Sponsorship opportunities are available for this event. Contact Stephanie Calhoun for details.
  • Registration is required. Details will be provided on event invitations.

Eight months out of the year, the Auburn Chamber invites a different speaker from the community to address the membership. This program is designed to keep members informed and educated about community issues and challenges, and updated on progress and successes. Questions are encouraged.

  • Sponsorship opportunities are available for this event. Contact Stephanie Calhoun for details.
  • Registration is required. Details will be provided on event invitations.

The Women in Business annual luncheon is an opportunity to celebrate women in the Auburn business community. Additionally, the Women in Business small group events will provide more opportunities for women to connect, develop personally and professionally, and serve together throughout the year.

  • Sponsorship opportunities are available for this event. Contact Stephanie Calhoun for details.
  • Registration is required. Details will be provided on event invitations.