Ankeny Area Chamber of Commerce Events Newswire

Ankeny Art Center 11/1/2025 9:00 AM - 11/1/2025 3:00 PM

Thu, 24 Jul 2025 11:45:10 GMT

Join us for the Ankeny Art Center's 44th Annual Santa’s North Pole Village Craft Show! As an annual fundraiser, Santa's North Pole Village features over 250
vendors from all over the Midwest, and over 5,000 visitors each year. Join the tradition and help support local non-profit organizations, artisans, and small businesses alike!

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HOPE Agency - PawsAbilities 11/1/2025 11:00 AM - 11/1/2025 2:00 PM

Mon, 27 Oct 2025 15:21:14 GMT

Join us for an Open House to celebrate 1 year of PawsAbilities! Stop by and say hi to the team, enjoy some food, buy treats and bones from local vendors, Maxwell Beef and Dough Dough, and enter in for the raffle and door prizes!

1 Year Anniversary Open House

AYP Volunteer Wonderlights 11/3/2025 4:00 PM - 11/3/2025 7:00 PM

Mon, 22 Sep 2025 17:25:03 GMT

Let’s kick off the holiday season by making Uptown sparkle!

Join the Ankeny Young Professionals (AYP) for a fun, family-friendly evening as we help prepare Uptown Ankeny for the Wonderlights 2025 holiday season! Volunteers will assist with setting up holiday lights and decorations to bring the magic of the season to life.

Bring your friends, family, and holiday spirit as we work together to make Uptown shine bright for the community to enjoy. Hot cocoa will be provided to keep everyone warm and festive.

Registrations are appreciated to help us plan for supplies and refreshments.

Kimberlin Chiropractic Health Systems 11/4/2025 6:30 PM - 11/4/2025 7:30 PM

Tue, 14 Oct 2025 15:19:21 GMT

Why making your own yogurt can improve your health! Learn why you should make your own cultured dairy with particular strains to improve your health. Not only gut health but things like sleep improvement, weight loss, collogen deposition and Oxytocin release to name a few. Come taste this homade yogurt and see for yourself how it can lead to age related changes for a younger self. Please RSVP at drdaledc.com go to the top of the page and click contact. Put in your name and contact information so we can make sure we have enough of this delicious yogurt for everyone.

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AYP Lunch & Learn 11/5/2025 12:00 Noon - 11/5/2025 1:00 PM

Fri, 20 Dec 2024 13:09:13 GMT

Join the Ankeny Young Professionals for our November Lunch & Learn, featuring special guest Derek Lord, Economic Development Director for the City of Ankeny.

In his role, Derek focuses on business retention, expansion, and recruitment—key drivers behind Ankeny’s rapid growth and thriving business community. He’ll share insights into current development projects, strategies for supporting local businesses, and what’s ahead for Ankeny’s economic future.

Come early for networking beginning at 11:30 AM, followed by Derek’s presentation at noon. Lunch is provided, thanks to our generous sponsor, The District.

AYP hosts a variety of educational programs throughout the year designed to help members grow their knowledge in business, leadership, and community development while connecting with other professionals.

AYP Members: Free to attend
Non-members: $15

Registration is required.
Not yet a member? Become a member today!

Discover Ankeny 11/6/2025 4:00 PM - 11/6/2025 7:00 PM

Fri, 20 Dec 2024 11:40:01 GMT

Discover Ankeny is a yearly event featuring Ankeny Area Chamber organizations, product & service vendors, and restaurants. This fun-filled annual vendor fair showcases the best of our community! Including local businesses, family-friendly activities, entertainment, & more!

FREE ADMISSION! 4:00PM - 7:00PM

Vendor Booths:

Abstract Disc Golf LLC

Abundant Health Massage & Bodywork

ACME Chiropractic, PC

ActionCOACH Vanguard

All Iowa Roofing

Ankeny Family Counseling

Attivo Trail 55+ in Ankeny

B & G Foods, Inc. (Tones Spices)

Bodybar Pilates Ankeny

Bryan Exteriors

Cafe Diem

Clothes Mentor Ankeny

Community Choice Credit Union *PREMIER MEMBER*

CopperWood at Prairie Trail

Dough Co. Pizza

Duck Worth Wearing

Embrace Life Chiropractic

Gameday Men's Health Ankeny

Gimmie's Mobile Golf Simulator

Iowa Ortho

IV Nutrition Ankeny

Jethro's BBQ n' LakeHouse

JP Party Rentals - The Playground for Kids

Juna Sleep Systems

Kimberlin Chiropractic Health Systems

Kind Kulture

Kiwanis Club of Ankeny

LifeChoices at Bethany

Luana Savings Bank

Mediacom

Mill Pond

Nothing Bundt Cakes

On With Life, Inc.

phClean

Primrose School of Ankeny at Prairie Trail

Renewal by Andersen

Restoration 1 of Des Moines

Rocket Carwash

School of Rock Ankeny

SecureSixty

State Farm Insurance - Reyna Immerfall

Team Midwest Paint LLC

The Loft Resale - Ankeny

The Queen of Clean, LLC.

T-Mobile USA, Inc.

Transworld Business Advisors NorthStar

Two Rivers Bank & Trust - Ankeny

U.S. Bank

Uptown Ankeny Association

Vero Health Center

Whatcha Smokin? BBQ + Brew

Yellow Brick Road Early Childhood Education Center

Ankeny First United Methodist Church 11/16/2025 3:00 PM - 11/16/2025 6:00 PM

Mon, 20 Oct 2025 08:21:18 GMT

The AMOS Variety Show returns for the third year of its current run as AMOS' fall fundraiser for 2025. Join talent from across AMOS' 40 institutions and enjoy an afternoon of entertainment and enjoyment. Proceeds from the AMOS Variety Show support the work of AMOS and its goal of building power for working families across Central Iowa and beyond. Please join us for this exciting afternoon of performances, refreshments, and our silent auction!

2025 AMOS Variety Show

ActionCOACH Vanguard - Profit Academy - November 11/17/2025 4:00 PM - 11/17/2025 5:00 PM

Tue, 18 Feb 2025 16:52:48 GMT

Reclaim Your Time & Make More Money in 2025

Join ActionCOACH for our Profit Academy Series!

We’ll cover the key elements to being a successful entrepreneur including mindset, team, systems and, of course, profit. Mark your calendars for our monthly workshops to expand your skill set while learning from your peers. Make 2025 your most profitable ever. All sessions will be one hour per month at 4pm.

Mondays at 4pm

Join us virtually!

(Sign up for one class, or all of them!)

Monday, November 17, 2025 - Profit Academy: 6 Steps to True Growth
CLICK HERE TO REGISTER FOR THIS CLASS!

Monday, December 8, 2025 - Profit Academy: Get Ready for 2026!
CLICK HERE TO REGISTER FOR THIS CLASS!

Operation Santa Iowa - Foster SQUAD 11/17/2025 9:00 AM - 11/21/2025 3:00 PM

Wed, 24 Sep 2025 11:44:17 GMT

Operation Santa | Foster Squad

Drop off at the Chamber office from 9 am - 3 pm on:

Monday, November 17th - Friday, November 21st
Monday, December 1st - Wednesday, December 3rd

Ribbon Cutting 11/18/2025 4:30 PM - 11/18/2025 5:00 PM

Wed, 29 Oct 2025 16:11:05 GMT

Joint Legislative Luncheon 11/19/2025 11:30 AM - 11/19/2025 1:00 PM

Fri, 24 Oct 2025 19:27:41 GMT

Discount code for members: Legislative25

Ziggi's Coffee 11/19/2025

Mon, 10 Nov 2025 19:55:48 GMT

Ziggi's Coffee is celebrating our 5 year anniversary on November 19th. We are running a special for our customers as a way to say thank you for supporting us these last 5 years. We have enjoyed being apart of the community and we have big things planned for the coming years. Please come visit us for a BOGO Menu Drink on the 19th!

AYP After Hours 11/20/2025 5:30 PM - 11/20/2025 7:00 PM

Fri, 20 Dec 2024 12:14:41 GMT

Join us for a relaxed evening of networking at November's AYP After Hours, sponsored by Gebauer Enterprises. Connect with other young professionals, exchange ideas, and grow your network in a casual, welcoming environment. No agenda, just great company!

Enjoy your first drink free and test your swing with entertainment provided by Gimmies Mobile Golf Simulator. Plus, don’t miss your chance to win a $25 Tribute gift card will be given away in a prize drawing!

Bring your business cards, your best golf shot, and your after-hours energy—we’ll see you there!

Business After Hours 11/20/2025 4:00 PM - 11/20/2025 5:30 PM

Sun, 15 Dec 2024 08:15:19 GMT

Business After Hours is sponsored by Revive Dermatology Clinic and Spa on Thursday, November 20 from 4 - 5:30PM. (Third week due to Chamber scheduling conflicts.) Join us with business cards in hand, get to know your fellow Chamber members and make new connections! There is no registration required for this event.

ActionCOACH Vanguard - 6 Steps to Your Business Owner Playbook - November 11/21/2025 10:00 AM - 11/21/2025 12:00 Noon

Sun, 26 Jan 2025 12:34:27 GMT

REGISTER HERE

6 Steps To Your Business Owner Playbook

Unlock the success you've always envisioned for your business at our exclusive "6 Steps to Your Business Owner Playbook" event! Wondering what's in it for you? Let's break it down:

Master Time Management: Tired of the chaos? Discover how to shape your time effectively, aligning priorities to skyrocket your productivity.
Set Your Destination: Gain control by defining your business destination. Direct your team towards a shared vision, ensuring everyone's on board for the journey.
Consistent Delivery: Master the art of delivering your product or service with unwavering consistency. Delight your customers every time, building lasting relationships.
Business Chassis Mastery: Explore the power of the business chassis; the ultimate framework of KPIs. Track key performance indicators tailored to all business types for unparalleled success.
Cash Flow Strategies: Implement proven cash flow strategies to boost your financial position. Afford the larger systems needed for a thriving organization.
Systemize Your Success: Learn how to create efficient systems in your business, leveraging time, team and money for optimal results.
Team Development & Culture: Uncover the secrets to fostering a powerful team culture. Understand the dynamics of team development for a harmonious and productive work environment.
Achieve Business Autonomy: Dreaming of a business that runs without you? Discover strategies to reach the stage where your business operates seamlessly, even in your absence.

Don't miss out on this transformative experience! Secure your spot now and elevate your business to new heights. The "6 Steps to Your Business Owner Playbook" event is your gateway to unparalleled success!

Ribbon Cutting 11/21/2025 12:00 Noon - 11/21/2025 12:30 PM

Sun, 09 Nov 2025 22:44:11 GMT

Lattes & Leads 11/25/2025 7:30 AM - 11/25/2025 9:00 AM

Sun, 15 Dec 2024 14:06:18 GMT

Lattes & Leads is sponsored by Bob Brown Buick GMC on Tuesday, November 25 from 7:30 - 9AM. Join us with business cards in hand, get to know your fellow Chamber members and make new connections! There is no registration required for this event.

Chamber Office Closed 11/27/2025 8:30 AM - 11/28/2025 5:00 PM

Sun, 15 Dec 2024 15:23:39 GMT