2026 Small Business Celebration

Description

Join us for an unforgettable evening celebrating the entrepreneurs, innovators, and organizations that drive our regional economy forward at the 2026 Small Business Celebration.

Hosted at the beautiful Braeloch Event Space at Glenburn Farms, this signature event brings together business leaders, community partners, and supporters from across the Roanoke region to recognize the outstanding achievements of our local business community.

Throughout the evening, we will present awards honoring excellence in business, innovation, and community impact, including:

• Regional Business of the Year (Established Businesses - Over 5 Years in Business)
• Regional Emerging Business of the Year (Under 5 Years in Business)
• Inspiration Award
• People's Choice Award – For-Profit Business
• People's Choice Award – Nonprofit Organization

In addition, we will recognize our 2026 Officers of the Month, celebrating the dedicated law enforcement officers who have gone above and beyond in service to our region.

Enjoy an evening of networking, celebration, and recognition while connecting with fellow business professionals in one of the area's most picturesque venues. Whether you're attending to cheer on a nominee, support a local business, or celebrate the strength of our regional business community, this is an event you won't want to miss.

Date: Thursday, September 24, 2026
Time: 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Location: Braeloch Event Space at Glenburn Farms

Come celebrate the businesses and community leaders who continue to make the Roanoke region a thriving place to live, work, and do business.

Nominate here for Business of the Year Awards: https://business.roanokechamber.org/form/Fill/r6K9nu7p

Nominate here for People's Choice Awards: https://business.roanokechamber.org/form/Fill/r6K9nu7p