Arlington Chamber of Commerce Events Newswire

Arlington County Board Candidate Forum 6/1/2026 5:30 PM - 6/1/2026 7:00 PM

Mon, 08 Dec 2025 16:40:44 GMT

The Chamber is pleased to announce the 2026 Arlington County Board Candidate Forum.

Hear from the candidates running for the Arlington County Board speak on topics that are important to the business community.

Sponsorship

We have a variety of sponsorship opportunities available for this event. Please contact engagement@arlingtonchamber.org for more information.

Candidates

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Moderator

TBA

Agenda

5:30 - 6:00 p.m.: Registration and Open Networking

6:00 - 7:00 p.m.: Program

Location

The event will take place in the John T. Hazel Center – Auditorium. The Hazel Center is located in the 1635 Building – Zone B/Gold – the signage for the Center faces the N. George Mason Blvd. side of the building.

Parking

TBA

Registration

Registration closes Thursday, May 29 at noon. Space is limited, advanced registration is required. Thanks to our sponsorship support, this event is free and open to the business community, as well as the general public. For registration questions, please contact Operations Manager, DJ Batchelor at chamber@arlingtonchamber.org or 703-525-2400.

Thank you to our Sponsor!

Benefactor Sponsor

Carefirst BlueCross BlueShield

Patron Sponsor

Walsh, Colucci, Lubeley & Walsh, P.C.

Government Affairs & Economic Development Committee 6/3/2026 9:00 AM - 6/3/2026 10:00 AM

Thu, 02 Apr 2026 17:57:27 GMT

The Government Affairs & Economic Development Committee will meet on June 3.

For more information and the link to the Zoom meeting, please reach out to DJ Batchelor, Operations Manager, at chamber@arlingtonchamber.org.

Breakfast Connection 6/4/2026 8:00 AM - 6/4/2026 9:30 AM

Wed, 26 Nov 2025 17:28:12 GMT

Promote your business before the workday even begins. The format of the Breakfast Connection gives attendees a chance to bring their business to the table, literally. This event focuses on roundtable power networking and provides attendees the chance to exchange business cards, develop new prospects and share a 60 second pitch with each table. Bring plenty of business cards- you'll need them!

Sponsorship

We have multiple Patron sponsorships available for this event. Please review our sponsorship document or contact Will Mulligan, Membership Engagement Director, at engagement@arlingtonchamber.org for more information.

Agenda

8:00 a.m.: Registration & Open Networking

8:30 a.m.: Program & Speed Networking

Transportation

Limited free parking is available in the parking lot directly across the street from the Pub. Metered street parking is available throughout the neighborhood on 22nd and 23rd Streets, as well as in the parking lot directly behind the Pub on S. Eads and 22nd St.. The venue is also accessible via Crystal City Metro Station (Blue & Yellow lines).

Registration

Registration closes at noon on Wednesday, June 4. For registration questions, please contact DJ Batchelor, Operations Manager at chamber@arlingtonchamber.org or (703) 525-2400.

Prospective members are allowed to attend up to three (3) Chamber Networking (Breakfast Connection, Business After Business, Small Business Roundtable, Women in Business Networking) events in a calendar year as a guest.

Companies that have previously attended more than three Chamber events and previous members who have dropped their Chamber memberships are not eligible to attend as a guest. The Chamber reserves the right to deny admittance to the event if a nonmember has already attended three events. Please contact Mike Rosenow at membership@arlingtonchamber.org to verify your eligibility or to join the Chamber.

Registrations are non-refundable. While you are unable to apply registrations to future events, you may transfer your registration to another individual.

Thank you to our Sponsors!

Premier Sponsor

Patron Sponsor

MainStreet Bank | Tech Painting Co.

Nonprofit Forum 6/5/2026 8:30 AM - 6/5/2026 11:30 AM

Fri, 07 Nov 2025 19:12:09 GMT

Join the Arlington Chamber of Commerce for our Nonprofit Forum, presented by the Chamber’s Community Action Committee.

Sponsorship

Serving as a sponsor is an excellent way to support Arlington's nonprofits and the betterment of our community, while also promoting your business or organization. To learn more or register as a sponsor, please view our sponsorship document. For questions, contact Will Mulligan, Member Engagement Director, at (703) 525-2400 or engagement@arlingtonchamber.org.

Registration

For registration questions, please contact Operations Manager, DJ Batchelor at chamber@arlingtonchamber.org or (703) 525-2400.

Registrations are non-refundable. While you are unable to apply registrations to future events, you may transfer your registration to another individual.

Thank you to our Sponsor!

Grand Sponsor

Patron Sponsors

Searle Business Solutions, LLC | Wolcott Hill Group, LLC

BBQ and Blooms Summer Bash 6/6/2026 4:00 PM - 6/6/2026 7:00 PM

Mon, 23 Mar 2026 15:25:29 GMT

Culpepper Garden will host its annual BBQ and Blooms Summer Bash on Saturday, June 6, 2026, from 4 – 7 p.m. at Rock Spring United Congregational Church in Arlington, Virginia. Guests will enjoy an afternoon of live music, delicious barbeque, libations, and a raffle. In addition, Culpepper Garden will honor three outstanding philanthropic partners with our prestigious “Legacy of Grace” award. Proceeds from this event support our mission to provide affordable housing, essential services and support to older adults on fixed and very low incomes. Ticket cost is $150 per person and sponsorship opportunities are available. Purchase tickets at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/bbq-and-blooms-summer-bash-2026-tickets-1984645357690?aff=oddtdtcreator

Mozart and Brahms: The Great Concertos 6/6/2026 7:30 PM - 6/6/2026 9:30 PM

Tue, 16 Dec 2025 09:00:38 GMT

National Chamber Ensemble Closes the Season with Mozart and Brahms: The Great Concertos — June 6 at Gunston Arts Center
Tickets/Info: https://www.nationalchamberensemble.org/tickets.htm

The National Chamber Ensemble (NCE) closes its 2025–2026 season with Mozart and Brahms: The Great Concertos on Saturday, June 6, 2026 at 7:30 PM at Gunston Arts Center – Theater 1 .

A program of grandeur and intimacy, the evening pairs two towering concertos in a rare chamber format—revealing both their emotional sweep and intricate artistry . Pianist Carlos César Rodríguez brings virtuosic brilliance to Mozart’s beloved Piano Concerto No. 21 (“Elvira Madigan”), while NCE Artistic Director Leo Sushansky performs the iconic Brahms Violin Concerto in a deeply expressive, personal setting .

Tickets are $45 adult / $25 student (general admission) . NCE also offers a flexible viewing option: ticket holders may attend in person and/or view at home, with a concert video sent after the performance . Free parking is available at the venue .

Event Details

What: Mozart and Brahms: The Great Concertos
When: Saturday June 6, 2026 | 7:30 PM
Where: Gunston Arts Center – Theater 1 (2700 S. Lang St., Arlington, VA)
Tickets: $45 Adult | $25 Student
Tickets/Info: https://www.nationalchamberensemble.org/tickets.htm

About the National Chamber Ensemble

The National Chamber Ensemble (NCE) presents a season of concerts celebrating “music from Europe to the Americas,” featuring outstanding artists and inspired programming for the greater Washington, DC region.

State of the County & Public Safety Awards 6/11/2026 7:30 AM - 6/11/2026 10:00 AM

Wed, 16 Jul 2025 19:37:54 GMT

The State of the County & Public Safety Awards is a celebration of Arlington's economic achievements, the community's future, and all who make the area an excellent place to live and work. At this event, attendees will have the opportunity to learn about the County’s economic and developmental status from the Arlington County Board Chair. We will also honor our public safety personnel and first responders from Arlington County’s Fire Department, Police Department, Office of Public Safety Communications & Emergency Management, and Office of the Sheriff.

Sponsorship

We have a variety of sponsorship opportunities available for this event. Please contact engagement@arlingtonchamber.org for more information.

Agenda

7:30 - 8:00 a.m: Registration & Open Networking

8:00 - 10:00 a.m.: Program and Breakfast

Registration

Registration closes on Friday, June 5. For registration questions, please contact Operations Manager, DJ Batchelor at chamber@arlingtonchamber.org or 703-525-2400.

Parking

Complimentary parking is available in the Club lot.

Registrations are non-refundable. While you are unable to apply registrations to future events, you may transfer your registration to another individual.

Thank you to our Sponsors!

Grand Sponsor

Award Sponsor

Benefactor Sponsors

CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield | National Landing BID | Rosslyn Business Improvement District | United Bank

Patron Sponsor

Apartment and Office Building Association | Verizon

Government Affairs & Economic Development Committee_Copy 6/17/2026 9:00 AM - 6/17/2026 10:00 AM

Thu, 02 Apr 2026 17:57:48 GMT

The Government Affairs & Economic Development Committee will meet on June 17.

For more information and the link to the Zoom meeting, please reach out to DJ Batchelor, Operations Manager, at chamber@arlingtonchamber.org.

Women in Business Networking 6/17/2026 5:00 PM - 6/17/2026 6:30 PM

Wed, 26 Nov 2025 14:25:21 GMT

Women in Business Networking Series

This series of women-focused networking events is open to those who want to expand their network, share knowledge, exchange ideas, and offer advice. The events focus on networking to grow your business opportunties and support others who appreciate what it's like to be a woman in business.

Hosting

Are you a member interested in hosting a Women in Business Networking event? Please contact cfagerstrom@arlingtonchamber.org or (703) 525-2400 for more information.

Sponsorship Opportunities

We have Premier and Patron sponsorship opportunities available for this event. Please review our sponsorship document or contact Will Mulligan, Membership Engagement Director, engagement@arlingtonchamber.org for more information.

Registration

Registration closes Wednesday, June 17 at noon. For registration questions, please contact DJ Batchelor, Operations Manager at chamber@arlingtonchamber.org or (703) 525-2400.

Registrations are non-refundable. While you are unable to apply registrations to future events, you may transfer your registration to another individual.

Thank You to our Sponsors!

Grand Sponsor

Premier Sponsor

Patron Sponsors

MainStreet Bank | Matthews, Carter & Boyce | Tech Painting Co. | Washington Area Community Investment Fund - Office for Women's Initiatives

Chamber 101 6/18/2026 3:45 PM - 6/18/2026 5:00 PM

Tue, 25 Nov 2025 18:36:28 GMT

A free networking seminar for new, existing, and prospective members, Chamber 101 is your opportunity to learn how to maximize your Chamber membership. Learn about the Chamber and the many ways you can get involved through events, networking, sponsorship opportunities, and joining committees. Take advantage of the opportunity to meet our staff, future clients and associates, and expand your membership potential at Chamber 101!

Agenda

3:45 - 4:00 p.m. - Open Networking

4:00 - 5:00 p.m. - Program

Transportation

Metered street parking is available on 14th Street and the surrounding area, as well as at the Courthouse Plaza parking lot (2098 15th Street, North.). The Chamber is also accessible via Court House Metro (Orange/Silver lines).

Registration

Registration closes at noon on Thursday, June 18. For registration questions, please contact DJ Batchelor, Operations Manager, at chamber@arlingtonchamber.org or (703) 525-2400.

Companies that have previously attended more than three Chamber events and previous members who have dropped their Chamber memberships are not eligible to attend as a guest. The Chamber reserves the right to deny admittance to the event if a nonmember has already attended three events. Please contact Mike Rosenow, Vice President of Membership, at membership@arlingtonchamber.org to verify your eligibility or to join the Chamber.

Registrations are non-refundable. While you are unable to apply registrations to future events, you may transfer your registration to another individual.

Thank you to our Sponsors!

Grand Sponsor

Premier Sponsor

Small Business Roundtable: When Silence Gets Expensive: Tackling Tough Conversations in Your Business 6/24/2026 12:00 Noon - 6/24/2026 1:00 PM

Wed, 26 Nov 2025 17:05:06 GMT

The Chamber's free monthly Small Business Roundtable is an important educational and networking opportunity for small businesses. This event provides expert speakers on topics to help you grow your business, such as digital marketing and business development, and also gives you the opportunity to make connections and grow your professional network. The forum is applicable to a variety of businesses and employee levels, from front-line customer service to owners.

This Month's Topic: When Silence Gets Expensive: Tackling Tough Conversations in Your Business

Description

Small business owners often avoid difficult conversations with employees, vendors, partners, or clients because they feel uncomfortable or risky. Yet unaddressed issues can quickly impact performance, cash flow, morale, and customer relationships. In this interactive session, presented by Debra Mitchell, Founder and CEO of Inspired Consulting Solutions, LLC, participants will learn a clear and practical structure for preparing and leading high stakes conversations with confidence. We will focus on how to identify the real issue, communicate expectations clearly, respond to defensiveness without escalating tension, and reach agreements that protect both the relationship and the business. Attendees will practice applying the framework to real situations they are currently facing and leave with a repeatable approach they can use immediately.

Agenda

11:55 a.m.: Zoom Room Opens
12:00 - 1:00 p.m.: Presentation

Zoom Details

Attendees will receive a Zoom meeting link in their registration confirmation email.

Interested in Presenting?

If you are interested in becoming a speaker for one of our Small Business Roundtables, please review the program guidelines and submit a proposed topic with a one paragraph summary description to eventsassoc@arlingtonchamber.org.

Registration

For registration questions, please contact DJ Batchelor, Operations Manager, at chamber@arlingtonchamber.org or (703) 525-2400.

Companies that have previously attended more than three Chamber events and previous members who have dropped their Chamber memberships are not eligible to attend as a guest. The Chamber reserves the right to deny admittance to the event if a nonmember has already attended three events. Please contact Mike Rosenow, Vice President of Membership, at membership@arlingtonchamber.org to verify your eligibility or to join the Chamber.

Registrations are non-refundable. While you are unable to apply registrations to future events, you may transfer your registration to another individual.

Thank you to our sponsor!

Grand Sponsor

Business After Business 6/25/2026 4:30 PM - 6/25/2026 6:30 PM

Tue, 25 Nov 2025 19:55:09 GMT

Creating connections in this relaxed setting is a great way to end your business day. Build your network while enjoying food, beer, wine, and soft drinks, all of which are included in your registration. Attendees are eligible to win door prizes donated by members.

Hosting

Are you a member interested in hosting a Business After Business? Please contact events@arlingtonchamber.org or (703) 525-2400 for more information.

Registration

Registration closes on Thursday, June 25 at noon. For registration questions, please contact DJ Batchelor, Operations Manager, at chamber@arlingtonchamber.org or (703) 525-2400.

Registrations are non-refundable. While you are unable to apply registrations to future events, you may transfer your registration to another individual.