Events Overview

Please note that registrations generally open 2-3 months prior to the event. Visit the Events Calendar for more information about a particular event or to register.

Professional Development

• Industry Forums – Monthly sessions bring together CEOs of an industry sector to discuss common problems, solutions and messaging to public.  Professional facilitator and public relations expert join the discussion.  By invitation only. 
• Professional Edge – Mini-series aimed at strengthening core marketing, office and leadership skills.  Third Friday of the month, noon-1:30 pm. Members: $99 for each mini-series; $119 for non-members.
• GovCONnections Breakfast – Inaugural event for series with Dulles Region government contractors.  The panel of experts, drawn from Northrop Grumman and other seasoned government contractors, will provide an overview on Updates on Sub Contractor Rules; Update on DCA Approach and Internal Controls; and New Developments in Small Business.  Feb. 26, 7:00-9:00 am, Westfields Marriott,  14750 Conference Center Drive, Chantilly.  Members: Pre-Registered $35, At Door $40; Non-Members: Pre-Registered, $45, At Door $50.  To Register, click here.
• Chamber 101 – Luncheon program that presents the many benefits and programs of the chamber to new and prospective members. 3rd Wednesday of each month. To register, click here.

Networking

• Mixer – Monthly after-hours networking sessions hosted at various chamber members’ offices. 3rd Thursday of the month in Herndon-Sterling area, various other times for Chantilly and Centreville. To register, click here.
• Business and Bagels --  Dynamic monthly breakfast networking at member locations in Chantilly and Centreville.  Second Friday of the month, 7:45 am. Pre-Registered: Members $15, Non-Members $25; At Door Members $20, Non-Members $30.
• Newsmaker Luncheons – Networking and luncheon with major speaker addressing topic of interest to businesses.
• Awards Gala – Winter gala honoring businesses that have achieved extraordinary excellence.
• Herndon Festival Business EXPO – Annual two day outdoor event as part of the Herndon Festival. This EXPO is primarily a  B2C vendor opportunity.
• Women’s Leadership Circle – Various functions throughout the year staged as women’s networking events.
• Hispanic Business Reception –  A multi-cultural celebration, each year with a different Hispanic theme, featuring Latino business leaders, ethnic cuisine and entertainment. This event occurs in the fall. For more information, click here.
• Global Mixer – Annual global event highlighting economic opportunities globally.
• Grand Openings – As they are announced, members are welcome to attend.

Workforce

• Student Job Fair – Early spring vent matching businesses and area high school and college students seeking summer, part-time, full-time employ and internships. For more information, contact us at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it
• Ethics Day – Day-long session with students of area high schools with ethical behavior discussions for both workforce and personal life. Held the Monday of Thanksgiving week.
  

Community Events

• Friday  Night Live! – Summer series of free concerts on the Herndon Town Green, May through August each Friday night (except the week of Herndon Festival). For more information, visit www.herndonrocks.com
• Holiday Sing-Along and Christmas Tree Lighting – Annual event held the first Saturday in December at dusk in front of the Herndon Old Town Hall.
• Asian Festival – Two day event in high summer featuring exhibits, cuisines and performances by 13 Asian nations. For more information, click here.

Sporting Events

• Herndon Festival Golf Tournament – A perennial favorite, played the Thursday that signals the opening of the Herndon Festival. Captain’s Choice format, lunch, dinner and beverage carts. Played at the Herndon Centennial Course.

• Skeet, Scotch & Cigars – A country outing for business executives, including lessons with skeet, followed by an evening of heavy hors d’oeuvres with favorite scotch and cigars. For more information, click here.