Chamber Hosted Events
Ribbon Cutting - Himalayan Fried Chicken & Bar
5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Join us for the grand opening of Himalayan Fried Chicken & Bar a new casual neighborhood spot with a focus on fried chicken and a full bar at 5:00pm on Monday, December 29! The restaurant is taking over the former Mel’s Commissary and Catering space ...
Ribbon Cutting - Children's Art Classes
4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Children’s Art Classes - Chapel Hill is located in the Timberlyne shopping center at 1129 Weaver Dairy Road (next to YoPop!). Please join us at 4pm on Friday, January 2, 2025 for a ribbon cutting and refreshments. Guests will have the opportunity to ...
Leadership 2025 Session 9
Leadership 2025 includes ten session over nine months covering Experiential Learning, Governance, Affordable Housing, Health Care, Economic Development, Workforce Development, Tourism, Community Impact and more.
Ribbon Cutting - Back Nine Golf
4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Please join us on Friday, January 9th, at 4:00pm as we celebrate the grand opening of Back Nine Golf!
Leadership 2025 Graduation
Leadership 2025 includes ten session over nine months covering Experiential Learning, Governance, Affordable Housing, Health Care, Economic Development, Workforce Development, Tourism, Community Impact and more.
New Member Coffee with Aaron Nelson, Chamber President & CEO
8:30 AM - 10:00 AM
New Chamber Members or anyone interested in learning more about membership are invited to join us for coffee with Aaron Nelson, President & CEO of The Chamber For a Greater Chapel Hill-Carrboro. You and a few fellow Chamber members will ...
Black Business Alliance presents 2 Minutes to Collaborate
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
No competition. No pressure. Just connection. Join us on November 18 for an evening of collaboration, and celebration. In just 2 minutes, you’ll share what you have, find what you need, and spark meaningful connections across industries.
CHYP February Networking Social hosted by [TBD]
5:30 PM - 7:00 PM
Join us for this Chapel Hill Young Professionals Social where we'll enjoy delicious drinks, light hors d'oeuvres, and great company.
Policy on Tap
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Policy on Tap, presented by Allen Stahl & Kilbourne, is the Chamber's discussion series at the intersection of business and government.
HOLD 2026 Annual Meeting
4:00 PM - 6:30 PM
The Chamber's 83rd Annual Meeting: Driving Progress Join us at the Koury Auditorium in the Kenan-Flagler Business School for this annual gathering of over 300 business and community leaders!
RISE Conference
6:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Join us for North Carolina’s premier Embodied Business Summit - a two-day summit designed to inspire, connect, and empower women leaders and their teams. Held in Chapel Hill, RISE offers a unique blend of professional development, leadership training, ...
Business After Hours hosted by [TBD]
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Join us for an evening of connection and community at our August Business After Hours, hosted at the beautiful Rizzo Center. Mingle with fellow Chamber members, enjoy complimentary food and beverages, and take advantage of this relaxed setting to catch up
CHYP April Networking Social hosted by [TBD]
5:30 PM - 7:00 PM
Join us for this Chapel Hill Young Professionals Social where we'll enjoy delicious drinks, light hors d'oeuvres, and great company.
Women's Luncheon - Spring 2026
11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
Connect. Empower. Grow. 📍 Chapel Hill Country Club | Wednesday, May 12 Join us for a meaningful gathering at the beautiful Chapel Hill Country Club , where connection and empowerment will take center stage. This special luncheon ...
Business After Hours hosted by [TBD]
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Join us for an evening of connection and community at our August Business After Hours, hosted at the beautiful Rizzo Center. Mingle with fellow Chamber members, enjoy complimentary food and beverages, and take advantage of this relaxed setting to catch up
Policy on Tap
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Policy on Tap, presented by Allen Stahl & Kilbourne, is the Chamber's discussion series at the intersection of business and government.
CHYP June Networking Social hosted by [TBD]
5:30 PM - 7:00 PM
Join us for this Chapel Hill Young Professionals Social where we'll enjoy delicious drinks, light hors d'oeuvres, and great company.
Business After Hours hosted by [TBD]
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Join us for an evening of connection and community at our August Business After Hours, hosted at the beautiful Rizzo Center. Mingle with fellow Chamber members, enjoy complimentary food and beverages, and take advantage of this relaxed setting to catch up
CHYP + Black Business Alliance Networking Social hosted by [TBD]
5:30 PM - 7:00 PM
Join us for this Chapel Hill Young Professionals Social where we'll enjoy delicious drinks, light hors d'oeuvres, and great company.
Policy on Tap
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Policy on Tap, presented by Allen Stahl & Kilbourne, is the Chamber's discussion series at the intersection of business and government.
Business After Hours hosted by [TBD]
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Join us for an evening of connection and community at our August Business After Hours, hosted at the beautiful Rizzo Center. Mingle with fellow Chamber members, enjoy complimentary food and beverages, and take advantage of this relaxed setting to catch up
CHYP October Networking Social hosted by [TBD]
5:30 PM - 7:00 PM
Join us for this Chapel Hill Young Professionals Social where we'll enjoy delicious drinks, light hors d'oeuvres, and great company.
Fall 2026 Community Investors Summit
11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
This semi-annual business leader summit is an important part of advancing and reporting on the initiatives of our Campaign for a Greater Chapel Hill-Carrboro as well as an opportunity for you to meet with the executives of local employers to ...
Policy on Tap
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Policy on Tap, presented by Allen Stahl & Kilbourne, is the Chamber's discussion series at the intersection of business and government.
Business After Hours hosted by [TBD]
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Join us for an evening of connection and community at our August Business After Hours, hosted at the beautiful Rizzo Center. Mingle with fellow Chamber members, enjoy complimentary food and beverages, and take advantage of this relaxed setting to catch up
CHYP December Networking Social hosted by [TBD]
5:30 PM - 7:00 PM
Join us for this Chapel Hill Young Professionals Social where we'll enjoy delicious drinks, light hors d'oeuvres, and great company.
Programs and Networks
Critical Issues Series
Quarterly Policy Forums
Critical Issues
This series of quarterly forums connects Chamber members with influential guest speakers who address timely topics for Greater Chapel Hill-Carrboro and share critical insights related to the economy; economic, workforce, and community development; local elections; and policy and legislative matters that matter to the local business community.
Chapel Hill Young Professionals
Under 40 Monthly Networking
CHYP
CHYP pronounced "chip" is a group of fun professionals under 40 that meets the first Tuesday of each month for networking, professional development and community service.
Women's Networking
Quarterly Socials & Luncheons
Women's Events
Our Chamber's strong group of professional women gather quarterly for networking and learning opportunities. Sponsored by The Women of State Farm.
Ribbon Cuttings
Celebrations of New Business Openings, Anniversaries, and Milestones.
Ribbon Cuttings
Celebrations and acknowledgement of special milestones for new and existing Chamber member businesses.
Annual Signature Events
Friday, February 27, 2025
Come celebrate the successes of our business community from 2024 and get a preview of the exciting developments for 2025. This annual gathering of business and community leaders is a wonderful way to connect and get inspired for the future.
Friday, December 5, 2025
Thursday, May 7, 2025