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New & Notable Business Expo
Date and Time: Thursday, June 5th, 4:30 PM to 6:30 PM
Description: Join us for the fourth annual New & Notable Business Expo, presented by Integrity Development & Construction! This year's Expo will take place under the tent at the Inn on Boltwood and will feature 25+ Chamber members, music, samples, interactive activities, and vibrant community engagement.
After Five - Applewood
Date and Time: Wednesday, June 11th, 5 PM to 7 PM
Description: Join us for a special health and wellness themed After 5 at Applewood in Amherst! Enjoy meeting with Chamber members and learning more about health and wellness services in the Amherst Area, enter in door prizes, and more!
Annual Charity Golf Tournament
Date and Time: Friday, July 25th, 10 AM to 6 PM
Description: Enjoy a beautiful day on the green for our 22nd Annual Charity Golf Tournament at Cold Spring Country Club in Belchertown, presented by Cowls Building Supply in The Mill District! A portion of proceeds will benefit the Belchertown Education Foundation. Don't miss a day filled with fun, friendly competition, and connecting with 100+ business professionals.
After Five - Lady Bea River Cruise
Date and Time: Wednesday, August 13th, 5 PM to 8 PM
Description: Join us for a unique Multi-Chamber After Five event with a cruise on the Connecticut River aboard the Lady Bea with the South Hadley & Granby Chamber of Commerce at Brunelle's Marina.
Amherst Area Internship Fair
Date and Time: Friday, September 5th, 1 PM to 4 PM
Description: Join us for the Amherst Area Internship Fair! Make connections with UMass students during the first week of classes and build a strong internship experience for your business.
Link: https://app.joinhandshake.com/career_fairs/00845d44-fa8f-4f45-aac3-fc3e808730a1/employer_preview
After Five - Blue Heron Restaurant
Date and Time: Thursday, September 11th, 5 PM to 7 PM
Description: Join us for an exciting evening at Blue Heron Restaurant for this Multi-Chamber After Five networking event with the Franklin County Chamber of Commerce.
After Five - The Drake
Date and Time: Monday, October 20th, 5 PM to 7 PM (New Date!)
Description: Join us for our October After 5 at The Drake! Our monthly After 5 events are designed to bring local business professionals together in a welcoming atmosphere. Enjoy meeting with Chamber members, enter in door prizes, and much more!
Legislative Breakfast
Date and Time: Friday, October 31st, 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM
Description: Each year, our Amherst Area Chamber of Commerce's Legislative Breakfast brings together business, civic, and community leaders to discuss the latest policy developments at the state and local level for this special event. This interactive session is a wonderful opportunity to connect, discuss, and advocate for matters that shape our local economy and community well-being.
A+ Awards
Date and Time: Tuesday, November 18th, 5 PM to 8 PM (New Date!)
Description: Each year, the Amherst Area Chamber bestows A+ Awards to individuals and organizations that enrich the life of the community through their work in business, education, and civic engagement across the area that the Chamber serves: Amherst, Belchertown, Hadley, Leverett, Pelham, Shutesbury, and Sunderland. Join us for a night of celebrating excellence, impact, and legacy in our community!
Link: https://business.amherstarea.com/events/details/2025-a-awards-dinner-24266?calendarMonth=2025-11-01
Holiday Gift Card Match
Date and Time: Thursday, December 4th, 9 AM to 12 PM
Description: Visit amherstarea.com/giftcard to see all the wonderful places where you can redeem your Amherst Area Gift Card this holiday season, and #ShopLocalAllSeasonLong!
Lighting of the Merry Maple
Date and Time: Friday, December 5th, 3 PM to 6 PM
Description: Join the Amherst Area Chamber of Commerce and the Amherst Business Improvement District for a magical evening where downtown Amherst becomes a winter wonderland!
Annual Holiday Party
Date and Time: Thursday, December 11th, 5 PM to 7 PM
Description: Celebrate the season with us at one of our most festive events of the year—our Annual Holiday Party! Join us as we celebrate another year of growth and community and close the year together.