PEKIN AREA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE

Events

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. 

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JULY 21st, 2026

Ribbon Cutting Ceremony

Join us in welcoming a new business & new Chamber member!

PEKIN ALIGNMENT & AUTOBODY
718 COURT ST – PEKIN, IL
10:00 AM

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

August 4th, 2026

Business After Hours

Stop by for a quick visit or stay and network with local business people from the community.

Children’s Advocacy Center
4:30 – 6:00 PM

We look forward to seeing you there!

August 13th, 2026

Business After Hours

Stop by for a quick visit or stay and network with local business people from the community.

Villas of Holly Brook
4:30 – 6:00 PM

We look forward to seeing you there!

Marigold Golf Outing Tag
August 27th, 2026

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 27, 2026 at Lick Creek Golf Course for a day of fun

REGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN!

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

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September 11th, 2026

Roots & Boots Dragon Jam

Are you ready to JAM? Dragon Jam is back and it’s real country themed this year!! Enjoy Roots & Boots Dragon Jam, an evening of live entertainment kicking off the 2026 Pekin Marigold Festival Weekend!!

Bands performing will be Taylor Bruninga and the Bandits, Stone Cold Cowboys, Brushville, and Nashville Recording Artist Jake Clayton.

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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.

Get In Touch

  • 402 Court Street, Pekin, IL 61554
  • 309-346-2106
  • info@pekinchamber.com
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