Events

PEKIN AREA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE

Check out the full list of upcoming events

Everything from arts & culture, continuing education, community services, to festivals and celebrations… we list it all on our Events Calendar.

July 4, 2025

Honor America Celebration

The Pekin Area Chamber of Commerce is excited to host the 77th Annual “Honor America Celebration” fireworks display at Pekin Memorial Stadium. This beloved community event will be held at nightfall July 4th, with a rain date of the following evening. Detailed information regarding tickets, pre-show entertainment and concessions coming soon. We can’t wait to see you there!

August 9, 2025

Miss Marigold Pageant

The Miss Marigold Pageant focuses on awarding scholarship money to savvy, goal oriented, aware young women from our community. Contestants will compete in the areas of interview, community service, on-stage question, talent and evening gown.

The young women chosen to reign over this year’s festival will receive $3,000 scholarship and have an active role in a variety of community events throughout her year-long term. Additional scholarships are awarded for the First Runner Up, Miss Congeniality, and more.

August 28, 2025

Marigold Golf Outing

The Pekin Area Chamber of Commerce is pleased to host the Marigold Golf Outing! Join us for an afternoon of fun, networking and fellowship. Prizes will be awarded. Mulligans available. Get your foursome together and plan to join us on Thursday, August 28, 2025 at Lick Creek Golf Course for a day of fun.

Sponsorship packages are also available. Contact Amy@PekinChamber.com for more information.

September 3-7, 2025

Marigold Festival

The Pekin Area Chamber of Commerce Marigold Festival Committee is looking forward to our annual Pekin Marigold Festival traditions. Always the weekend after Labor Day – this year’s festival events will be held on September 3rd – 7th, 2025.

December 5, 2025

Christmas On Court

The 24th Annual Christmas on Court holiday tradition returns to Downtown Pekin, Friday, December 5th, 2025. Stroll along historic Downtown Court Street, shop the local retailers and pop-up shops, enjoy food and beverages, visit with Santa and stop by the community Christmas tree. There is something for all ages at this great holiday event.

After Hours

Stop by for a quick visit or stay and network with local business people from the community. After Hours events can be scheduled by contacting the chamber staff.

Ribbon Cuttings

These ceremonial events celebrate the opening of a new business, the launch of a new location, or a major milestone. They typically feature local business leaders, Chamber representatives, and community members, with a symbolic ribbon cut to mark the occasion and generate public awareness.

Leaders of Tomorrow

A key element of our organization is to work to develop leaders in our community. We love the spirit and energy of an emerging leader and take pride in offering programs such as the R. David Tebben Community Leadership Academy and networking events for young leaders.

Discover

The Pekin Area Chamber of Commerce offers a broad offering of events and programs, designed to support businesses of all sizes. Contact us to learn more.

Workshops

From starting a new business to how to use Excel, our chamber team provides custom workshops for your team’s growth. Let us know how we can support your organization.

Business Breakfasts

Quarterly breakfasts are held as networking and promotional opportunities for chamber members and guests. Come on your own or bring your entire team. we encourage you to join us for breakfast and hear about the amazing efforts of businesses and community members in and around Pekin.

First Friday Lunches

Pekin Area Chamber of Commerce Ambassadors host a monthly lunch on the first Friday from 11:30am to 1:00pm at a Pekin Area restaurant. This networking event is ideal opportunity for members to make community connections.