Recognizing Success, Building Connections,

and Growing Business

When: Thursday, September 24, 2026

Time: 10:30 am to 1:30 pm

Location: Southview Country Club

Thank you to all our sponsors, awards winners and those that have registered to attend the 2026 Annual Business Awards, Trade Show, and Luncheon on Thursday, September 24 at Southview Country Club. We have over 100 guests attending this event!

Just a few of the highlights for the day include:

• Trade Show — explore local businesses, products, and services
• ·Networking opportunities with Chamber members and community leaders
• Delicious lunch included with your ticket
•  Free coffee during the Trade Show, courtesy of Caffeination Station
•  Awards Program honoring outstanding businesses and leaders in our community
•  Keynote Speaker: Patrick Klinger — inspiring insights to energize and motivate
• Door Prize Drawings following the program - must be present to win!

Come for the connections, stay for the celebration!

✨Thank you to our Tradeshow Participants!

Caffeination Station

Chiroway of Eagan

DARTS

Deerwood Bank

Dehncke Insurance

NOVATION Credit Union (formerly Heartland Credit Union)

MY Credit Union

The Open Door Pantry

Regina Barr, Keller Williams Select Realty

Sovran, Inc.

Stockyards Tavern & Chophouse

Town Square Television

Date and Time: Tuesday Sep 29, 2026

3:00 PM - 4:30 PM

RSVP Requested by September 18th

Location: Viking Lakes, 2645 Vikings Circle, Eagan, MN 55121

Join local partners, residents and the business community as Dakota County Board Chair Laurie Halverson and county officials discuss leading in challenging times, the state of Dakota County and the 2027 budget.

More details and Registration Here

CD2 Congressional Debate - September 30, 2026

Hear directly from the candidates at the upcoming CD2 Congressional Debate hosted at Dakota County Technical College on Wednesday, September 30, 2026.

🗓 Wednesday, September 30, 2026

📍 Dakota County Technical College

⏰ Registration Opens: 9:00 a.m.

☕ Light snacks and refreshments available

🎤 Debate: 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.

Important: Doors close promptly at 9:45 a.m. and no late admittance will be allowed.

This is a great opportunity to hear candidates discuss the issues that matter most to our region before Election Day. Limited seats and you must pre-register to attend.

👉 Click here for event details and RSVP

Welcome ChiroWay to Eagan!

Join the River Heights Chamber as we celebrate the grand opening of ChiroWay Eagan!

Come meet the team, connect with local business leaders, and help us welcome ChiroWay to the community.

🕞 3:30 PM - Refreshments & Networking

✂️ 4:00–4:30 PM - Ribbon Cutting & Welcome Remarks

Bring your business cards and community spirit as we celebrate this exciting milestone!

We look forward to seeing you there! RSVP HERE

Business After Hours at Nowhere Entertainment

Join us on Tuesday, October 13, from 4:30 PM to 6:00 PM at Nowhere Entertainment in Inver Grove Heights for an evening of networking, family fun, and exclusive Chamber-only discounts on mini golf, arcade games, haunted house attractions, food, and beverages.

Bring your family and friends! This event is not open to the public.

RSVP by Monday, October 12.

👉 Click here for full event details and registration

Save the Date: Good Morning River Heights

📅 Friday, October 30

⏰ 8:00 a.m.

📍 B-52 Burgers & Brew

Join us for Good Morning River Heights featuring updates from local school leaders:

• Dr. Brian Zambreno, South St. Paul Public Schools Superintendent
• Dave Bernhardson, Inver Grove Heights Public Schools Superintendent
• Ben Kusch, Director of TriDistrict CAPS
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Learn about district initiatives and the TriDistrict CAPS internship program.

$20 per person (includes breakfast and lunch)

RSVP required.

👉 More event details and registration

📅 Save the Date! County-Wide B2B Expo 📅

Join us on November 12 for the County-Wide B2B Expo, a premier networking and business showcase event bringing together businesses from across the region.

River Heights Chamber members: We have only 3 booth spaces remaining at a special member rate of $150 per booth. Don't miss this opportunity to highlight your business, connect with potential customers, and build valuable relationships.

🔗 More details and registration

Reserve your booth early, as spaces are limited and expected to fill quickly!

Thank you to all the Chamber and community members who attended our Coffee Break with CareerForce networking event on Tuesday, September 15!

We appreciate everyone who joined us for a morning of coffee, conversation, and valuable connections. Events like these help strengthen relationships, support local workforce development, and bring our business community together.

Visit Inver Grove Heights is looking for a part-time Digital Marketing & Content Creator contractor!

Visit Inver Grove Heights is seeking a creative, organized, and community-minded contractor to help showcase Inver Grove Heights as a destination for visitors. This role will create engaging social media and digital content, promote local businesses and attractions, and keep the Visit IGH events calendar current.

City Council Meetings

Monday, Sept 28, 2026 at 6 pm

Monday, October 12, 2026 at 6 pm

Monday, October 26, 2026 at 6 pm

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City Council Meetings

Monday, October 5, 2026 at 7 pm

Monday, October 19, 2026 at 7 pm



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