Annual Business Leadership Awards Celebration

Join us for the Annual Business Leadership Awards Celebration, an evening dedicated to honoring Arcata’s incredible businesses, nonprofits, and you!

The celebration takes place on February 13th from 5:30–8:00 p.m. at the Arcata Theatre Lounge. Enjoy custom local cocktails, hearty hors d’oeuvres by Locavore Popup, a silent and live auction, and a lively atmosphere focused on connection and community pride. Adding to the ambiance, Piet Dalmolen will provide light live music during cocktail hour.

This year, we’re excited to introduce a new cocktail-style format, encouraging more mingling and networking in place of a plated dinner. Sponsors will still enjoy a reserved table for eight, two bottles of wine, and a variety of additional benefits. Please note that tables seating eight are limited.

We’re also thrilled to welcome Her Royal Highness, Purveyor of Kinetic Fun and Glory, your reigning Rutabaga Queen, Lucy Lips, who will serve as our spirited and unforgettable auctioneer for the evening.
As a special bonus, all ticket purchasers will receive a discount code for a room at Hotel Arcata, making it easy to turn the evening into a cozy downtown staycation and enjoy everything Arcata has to offer without the drive home.

We welcome donations of goods or services for both the silent and live auctions—an excellent opportunity to promote your business while supporting the future of the Arcata Chamber of Commerce. The beloved Best Decorated Table Contest is also returning! For $50, businesses can decorate a table that reflects their organization (participants do not sit at their decorated tables).

Thank you for supporting the Arcata Chamber of Commerce. We look forward to celebrating our vibrant business community together in 2026!

For questions, contact Gloria@ArcataChamber.com
or call (707) 822-3619.