2026 Annual Awards Dinner
Thursday, November 12th
Location: 1900 S. 18th Ave. Prairie Center Entrance
5:00 pm - 8:30 pm
RSVP Deadline: October 26, 2026
Registration will close at 2:00 pm
Registration will close at 2:00 pm
About the Event:
Join us for one of the most anticipated Chamber events of the year, the 2026 Annual Awards Dinner, as we come together to recognize the outstanding businesses, organziations, volunteers, and leaders who help make the West Bend area such a strong and vibrant community.
This year, we're celebrating 250 Years of American Spirit!
As our nation commemorates its 250th anniversary, we'll take a journey through the people, moments, innovations, and eras that have shaped America, Wisconsin, and our own West Bend community.
The evening begins with our American Spirit Experience, an interactive trip through American history featuring different eras brought to life throughout the room. Visit the Founding Era of 1776, celebrate Wisconsin Statehood, step into the Roaring '20s, relive the Space Race, decode the early days of the Internet Age, and more. Each stop will bring its era to life with something fun to see, try, or discover, while creating plenty of opportunities to mingle and connect with fellow Chamber members throughout the evening.
Then, we'll gather to celebrate the present as we recognize the businesses, organizations, and individuals making an impact in our community today.
Honoring the past. Celebrating the present. Shaping the future.
Award Categories:
Business of the Year
Non-Profit of the Year
New Chamber Member of the Year
Chamber Volunteer of the Year
Community Impact Award
Legacy of Excellence Award
Richard Klumb Ambassador of the Year
President's Award
Join us for one of the most anticipated Chamber events of the year, the 2026 Annual Awards Dinner, as we come together to recognize the outstanding businesses, organziations, volunteers, and leaders who help make the West Bend area such a strong and vibrant community.
This year, we're celebrating 250 Years of American Spirit!
As our nation commemorates its 250th anniversary, we'll take a journey through the people, moments, innovations, and eras that have shaped America, Wisconsin, and our own West Bend community.
The evening begins with our American Spirit Experience, an interactive trip through American history featuring different eras brought to life throughout the room. Visit the Founding Era of 1776, celebrate Wisconsin Statehood, step into the Roaring '20s, relive the Space Race, decode the early days of the Internet Age, and more. Each stop will bring its era to life with something fun to see, try, or discover, while creating plenty of opportunities to mingle and connect with fellow Chamber members throughout the evening.
Then, we'll gather to celebrate the present as we recognize the businesses, organizations, and individuals making an impact in our community today.
Honoring the past. Celebrating the present. Shaping the future.
Award Categories:
Business of the Year
Non-Profit of the Year
New Chamber Member of the Year
Chamber Volunteer of the Year
Community Impact Award
Legacy of Excellence Award
Richard Klumb Ambassador of the Year
President's Award
Event Highlights:
- Awards & Recognition: Celebrate the achievements of outstanding businesses and individuals who have made a significant impact on our community.
- American Spirit Experience: Travel through 250 years of American history with interactive era experiences, activities, trivia, challenges, and plenty of surprises along the way.
- Community Connections: Mix, mingle, and connect with fellow Chamber members throughout an evening designed to bring our business community together.
- American-Inspired Food Stations: Enjoy a variety of food stations inspired by the flavors and traditions that have become part of the American story.
- Raffles & Prizes: Take your chances on an exciting collection of raffle prizes and other opportunitites to win throughout the evening.
Tickets:
Individual Ticket - $75Corporate Table of 8 - $600
Dress Code: Show your Americana Spirit! Red, white, and blue or other Americana-inspired touches are encouraged, but certainly not required.
Menu (Coming Soon!): Look forward to an American-inspired dining experience featuring food stations that celebrate familiar favorites from across the country.
Sponsorship Opportunities:
Bring an American Era to Life!
Put your business in the middle of the experience as a Founding Father Sponsor! Your business will will be featured within one of the interactive eras guest will experience throughout the evening. Each station represents a different moment in American history and includes a Chamber-planned activity or experience for guests to enjoy, creating a fun and memorable way for attendees to mingle, connect, and experience your business as part of the evening.
Founding Father Sponsor - $500Bring an American Era to Life!
Put your business in the middle of the experience as a Founding Father Sponsor! Your business will will be featured within one of the interactive eras guest will experience throughout the evening. Each station represents a different moment in American history and includes a Chamber-planned activity or experience for guests to enjoy, creating a fun and memorable way for attendees to mingle, connect, and experience your business as part of the evening.
(Limited Available - Includes Dinner for 2)
- Your Own Meet & Greet Table: Connect with guests from a table located within one of the featured eras of American history.
- Choose Your Era: Select your preferred era from the available options.
- Make It Your Own: Decorate your table however you would like. Era-inspired décor, attire, giveaways, and other creative touches are encouraged but not required.
- Era-Inspired Activation Activity Provided: The Chamber will plan a fun, simple activity for your era and provide all necessary supplies. Do this activity at your Meet & Greet Table to engage with attendees!
- Dinner for 2: Includes admission and dinner for two business representatives.
- Brand Visibility: Logo recognition at your table, in the event program and presentation, on the event webpage, and on social media.
- Includes everything above plus a reserved table for eight (2 reps + 6 additional attendees)
American Spirit Raffle Sponsor - $250
Help us fill the evening with exciting prizes while putting your business name in front of attendees!
The Chamber will create a raffle prize in your business's name, making this an easy, high-visibility way to support one of the most anticipated Chamber events of the year.
- Raffle basket created and displayed with your business name
- Logo recognition on raffle signage, in event program & presentation, event webpage, and on social media.
Join us as we celebrate 250 years of American spirit, recognize the people and organizations shaping our community today, and look ahead to what's next.
Secure your tickets or sponsorship and be part of an unforgettable evening celebrating our past, present, and future!
Secure your tickets or sponsorship and be part of an unforgettable evening celebrating our past, present, and future!
2026 Annual Awards Dinner
Event Sponsors
Founding Father Sponsors
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American Spirit Raffle Sponsors
Date and Time
Thursday Nov 12, 2026
5:00 PM - 8:30 PM CST
Location
1900 S. 18th Ave. - Prairie Center Entrance
West Bend, WI 53095
Fees/Admission
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Sponsorship Opportunities:
Contact Information
West Bend Area Chamber of Commerce
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Printed courtesy of www.wbachamber.org/ – Contact the West Bend Area Chamber of Commerce Inc. for more information.
705 Village Green Way, Suite 103, West Bend, WI 53090 – (262) 338-2666 – info@wbachamber.org