Signature Events

ANNUAL GALA

Held each year on a Saturday in winter, the Chamber's Annual Gala brings out the stars of the Hudson Valley in their finest attire to enjoy top cuisine, amazing cocktails, great company and to honor some of the best in local business. 

FORTY UNDER 40 MOVER & SHAKER AWARDS

For the past 17 years, the Chamber has bestowed these awards upon the top movers and shakers in the region. Each year's class of Forty Under 40 is chosen via nominations from the community. Think you know a deserving candidate? Submit a nomination today. To view our event photos, see the latest Facebook gallery here.

HUDSON VALLEY HOT-AIR BALLOON FESTIVAL

For an annual rite of summer in the Hudson Valley, look skyward and see tons of hot air balloons dotting the sky over the region. The evening and morning mass launches are not to be missed.

THINK LOCAL FIRST BUSINESS & CONSUMER  EXPO

Businesses and organizations have the opportunity to promote their goods and services to a large community audience.

Saturday, May 21, 2022 at the Poughkeepsie Galleria, presented by the Chamber and Nuvance Health, and sponsored by ArchCare at Ferncliff, Quality Environmental Solutions & Technologies, Salisbury Bank and Q92.

THE GREAT HUDSON VALLEY SCAVENGER HUNT

This event, open to the general public, will promote Chamber member businesses and organizations, and encourage individuals and families in our communities to become more aware of our members and visit them during the contest period.

Think Local First!

Remember, when you shop, when you dine, and even when you shop online: Think Local First!

Then remember to think about ways to go even further.

Give local first
Think green always
Think global next