
November 19, 2026
Annual Community Awards Banquet
An annual gathering to recognize people and organizations that made a meaningful community impact.
Wapakoneta, Ohio
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Discover local businesses, signature events, and practical community resources—all in one welcoming place.
The Wapakoneta Area Chamber of Commerce serves as a connector, convener, and champion for our business community. We bring businesses, community leaders, and strategic partners together to solve problems, create opportunities, strengthen our workforce, and move our community forward.
Through advocacy, leadership development, business promotion, networking, and strategic partnerships, we work every day to make Wapakoneta a better place to live, work, and do business.
Our hometown story
Come for the history. Stay for everything else. From space exploration and historic downtown streets to local flavors, unique shops, festivals, and hometown hospitality, there’s more to discover in Wapakoneta and Auglaize County.

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Preview upcoming Chamber gatherings, signature events, ribbon cuttings, networking opportunities and member programs.
Upcoming Events

November 19, 2026
An annual gathering to recognize people and organizations that made a meaningful community impact.

Experience one of the largest Halloween parades in the region—right here in Wapakoneta! This beloved fall tradition fills the streets with spectacular floats, creative costumes, and plenty of Halloween spirit. Local b…

A monthly opportunity for Chamber members to connect after hours.

A monthly networking opportunity with business-resource programming for local professionals.
Community events
There’s always more to discover. Explore events, activities and experiences hosted by businesses, organizations and groups throughout Wapakoneta and the surrounding area.
100 E Main St, Cridersville, OH 45806, USA
Doors open at 6:30 pm at the Cridersville Fire Department on Saturday November 14th on what has become the Cridersville Historical Society's largest fundraiser. Come enjoy a great evening…
Event detailsSaint Marys, OH
Bring the kids and come explore space inside the St. Marys Theater. It's FREE thanks to Parker Global Foundation!
Event details203 Perry St, Wapakoneta, OH 45895, USA
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Event details203 Perry St, Wapakoneta, OH 45895, USA
Tai Chi is an evidence-based group program that focuses on improving functional ability, such as balance and physical function, to reduce fall-related risks and frequency. The Program uti…
Event details203 Perry St, Wapakoneta, OH 45895, USA
Join us in conference room 3 to make a pullback car of a turkey farmer. While kiddos make their pullback car, they will get to watch a special Thanksgiving episode of "Bear in the Big Blu…
Event detailsExplore the community
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