
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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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.
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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.

On the Calendar
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.
3 W Auglaize St PO BX 127, Wapakoneta, OH
Holiday Open House at Riverside Art Center Kick off the holiday season with a little shopping, sparkle, art & BALLS! I’ll be popping up at Riverside Art Center for the Holiday Open House…
Event details3 W Auglaize St, Wapakoneta, OH 45895, USA
On November 6th anytime between 5-7pm come see Dan Newland at Riverside Art Center! Books will be available for purchase! Come get a signed copy and chat with the author himself.
Event details1001 Fairview Dr, Wapakoneta, OH 45895, USA
Step into the magic of the season at 𝗠𝗮𝘆𝗯𝗲𝗿𝗿𝘆 𝗠𝗮𝗿𝗸𝗲𝘁: 𝗖𝗼𝘂𝗻𝘁𝗿𝘆 𝗖𝗵𝗿𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗺𝗮𝘀! Join us at the 𝗔𝘂𝗴𝗹𝗮𝗶𝘇𝗲 𝗖𝗼𝘂𝗻𝘁𝘆 𝗙𝗮𝗶𝗿𝗴𝗿𝗼𝘂𝗻𝗱𝘀 for two festive days filled with shopping, holiday cheer, and memories…
Event details4 E Auglaize St, Wapakoneta, OH 45895, USA
Book signing with author, Tangenelle Gambrel. Join us for a special book signing with Tangenelle! Books will be available to purchase at the signing Payment accepted - Cash app or Cash En…
Event details203 Perry St, Wapakoneta, OH 45895, USA
Storytime Join us for stories, songs, and activities for our youngest patrons and their caregivers! Join us for stories, songs, and activities for our youngest patrons and their caregiver…
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