Ankeny Area Chamber of Commerce Events Newswire

Operation Santa Iowa - Foster SQUAD 12/1/2025 9:00 AM - 12/3/2025 3:00 PM

Wed, 24 Sep 2025 15:49:20 GMT

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

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

AYP in the AM 12/2/2025 7:30 AM - 12/2/2025 9:00 AM

Sun, 15 Dec 2024 16:46:28 GMT

Start your morning with connection and conversation at AYP in the AM! These casual networking events are the perfect way to build new relationships and strengthen existing ones—over your favorite morning beverage.

Join us at I Do Pretty for a relaxed, welcoming start to your day with fellow Ankeny Young Professionals.

Not a member? Join AYP Now!

Ankeny Art Center 12/4/2025 5:00 PM - 12/4/2025 7:00 PM

Mon, 04 Aug 2025 09:05:10 GMT

Join the Ankeny Art Center on December 4th from 5:00pm to 7:00pm for a reception showcasing the Ankeny Art Center’s member artists and their artwork. Small bites and drinks will be provided. Receptions and exhibitions are always free and open to the public. We hope to see you there!

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Ribbon Cutting 12/5/2025 12:00 Noon - 12/5/2025 12:30 PM

Tue, 07 Oct 2025 14:15:17 GMT

Wee's Tees 12/5/2025 12:00 Noon - 12/5/2025

Tue, 28 Oct 2025 22:23:50 GMT

Wee's Tees

Wiedenman Family Foundation 12/6/2025 5:00 PM - 12/6/2025 9:00 PM

Thu, 13 Nov 2025 18:45:55 GMT

Holiday Ho Ho Home Tour is a magical tour of several Ankeny homes that are all decked out for the holidays. Each home has their own unique decorations, style and appetizers to share!

100% of your donations will benefit the Wiedenman Family Foundation. The Wiedenman Family Foundation was formed to undertake projects that will enhance Ankeny, Iowa and our surrounding community. By bringing together resources and vision, we hope to create long-lasting changes that will have a positive impact on the people who call this community home.

THIS IS AN ADULTS-ONLY EVENT. 18 YEARS AND OLDER.

Buy Tickets at www.hohohometour.org/

https://www.facebook.com/HolidayHoHoHomeTour

Speed Networking 12/9/2025 7:30 AM - 12/9/2025 9:00 AM

Wed, 09 Jul 2025 14:14:54 GMT

Enjoy networking with Chamber members in round table discussions, with multiple rotations, to expand your connections! This is a FREE event for Chamber Members, but registration will be required.

Revive 12/9/2025 4:00 PM - 12/9/2025 7:00 AM

Fri, 05 Dec 2025 16:02:10 GMT

Revive Dermatology Clinic and Spa's Holiday Party!

Celebrate the season with exclusive event-only pricing, giveaways, live treatment demos, skincare perks, and holiday treats.

It’s our biggest glow event of the year — the perfect time to refresh your routine, meet our team, and enjoy a little luxury before the holidays.

Bring a friend, sip something festive, and let us spoil you!

Ribbon Cutting 12/10/2025 4:30 PM - 12/10/2025 5:00 PM

Sat, 11 Oct 2025 15:35:49 GMT

Business After Hours 12/11/2025 4:00 PM - 12/11/2025 5:30 PM

Sun, 15 Dec 2024 08:17:19 GMT

Come Kick Back in Your Ugly Sweater! Business After Hours: Ugly Sweater Edition
Get ready to mix, mingle, and show off your holiday spirit at our December Business After Hours.

Sponsored by Foot & Ankle Center of Iowa on Thursday, December 11 from 4:00 – 5:30 PM!

Don your most festive (or tackiest) holiday sweater and join us for an evening of networking, laughter, and seasonal cheer. Bring plenty of business cards, connect with fellow Chamber members, and make new connections before the holiday rush begins.

No registration required—just your sweater, your smile, and your networking energy!

HolidAYParty 12/11/2025 5:30 PM - 12/11/2025 6:30 PM

Fri, 20 Dec 2024 12:22:59 GMT

Get ready to sleigh the night away at our annual AYP HolidAYParty! The evening kicks off at Whiskey River with a social hour from 5:30–6:30 PM, including one drink ticket per person. (No registration needed to attend the social hour.)

Don your best Santa suits, elf gear, or holiday attire and bring the holiday cheer!

Sponsored by: Murphy Enterprizes

Trolley registration is closed. However, you are still welcome to join for the Social Hour at Whiskey River!

https://chartersonvine.com/event/ayp-holiday-party/

The Outside Scoop - White Birch Holiday Hop 12/11/2025 10:00 AM - 12/11/2025 10:00 PM

Thu, 04 Dec 2025 07:21:06 GMT

White Birch Holiday Hop | Facebook

Hop, shop, and celebrate the season at the White Birch Holiday Hop!

Join us for a day full of holiday fun and exclusive deals at your favorite local businesses in the White Birch area. Each stop offers something special — from giveaways and discounts to holiday activities!

Holiday Hop Punch Card:
Pick up a punch card at your first stop and collect a stamp at each participating business. Complete your card and turn it in at the Outside Scoop for a chance to enter to win some giveaways from participating businesses!

Participating Businesses:
The Outside Scoop
Main Street Cafe
Green State Credit Union
Duck Worth Wearing
Silk Elephant
Bubbly Paws
The Loft
Dough Co Pizza
Fresh Fit Meals
IV Nutrition
F45
20 Twenty Eye Care
Illie & Co Boutique
Benson Wealth Management
Anani Salon & Spa
Ankeny Family Counseling
Revive Dermatology Clinic & Spa
Supercuts
Engineered Performance
Edward Jones
CIV Plus
Big Acai
The Burn

Bring your friends and family, hop around, and make a day of it!

Animal Rescue League of Iowa 12/13/2025 4:00 PM - 12/13/2025 8:00 PM

Sat, 15 Nov 2025 13:56:53 GMT

Pug-ly Sweater Bar Crawl | ARL - Animal Rescue League of Iowa, Inc.

Bundle up in your coziest (and ugliest!) sweater and join us for a festive night out supporting pets in need! Each bar will be serving up delicious drinks with a portion of the proceeds going directly back to the ARL.

Sweaters and holiday attire are highly encouraged - and yes, there will be a contest for the pug-liest sweater of the night! The winner will be announced at the last stop and will receive a prize basket including items from The Operating Room, Whiskey River, Magee's Irish Pub, and the ARL!

TICKETS:

$15 - Admit 1

Includes:
- Admission for the crawl
- An ARL wristband for specialty drinks at each bar
- A festive sweater koozie for your drink
- Automatic entry into our pug-ly sweater contest
- The opportunity to enter to win fun raffle prizes

$50 - Group Package

Includes:
- Admission for four people
- An ARL wristband for specialty drinks at each bar
- Festive sweater koozies for each
- Automatic entry into our pug-ly sweater contest
- The opportunity to enter to win fun raffle prizes

Ticket proceeds support the homeless pets in our care this holiday season.

ActionCOACH Vanguard - Profit Academy - December 12/15/2025 4:00 PM - 12/15/2025 5:00 PM

Tue, 18 Feb 2025 16:53:43 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!)

Profit Academy - Get Ready for 2026! Tickets, Mon, Dec 15, 2025 at 4:00 PM | Eventbrite

Lattes & Leads 12/16/2025 7:30 AM - 12/16/2025 9:00 AM

Tue, 21 Jan 2025 20:59:41 GMT

Lattes & Leads is sponsored by Bankers Trust on Tuesday, December 16 from 7:30 - 9AM. (Third week due to Christmas.) 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.

Animal Rescue League of Iowa 12/17/2025 6:00 PM - 12/17/2025 8:00 PM

Sat, 15 Nov 2025 14:10:33 GMT

Howl-iday Bingo | ARL - Animal Rescue League of Iowa, Inc.

Get ready for an evening packed with cheer, friendly competition, and a big red bag bursting with amazing prizes waiting to be won!

You'll feel extra festive with our Hot Cocoa bar, holiday treats and light snacks - plus a cash bar with other food and drinks available for purr-chase. Every game you play helps pets in need, so you'll be spreading cheer in more ways than one this season!

Holiday attire is encouraged - so, grab your festive sweaters, Santa hat, or reindeer antlers, and come celebrate the holidays with the ARL. This is one bingo night you definitely don’t want to miss!

Tickets

General Admission - $20

Includes FIVE games of bingo (three cards per game)
Access to a Hot Cocoa bar, holiday treats and light snacks

Jolly VIP Admission - $30

Includes FIVE games of bingo (three cards per game)
Access to a Hot Cocoa bar, holiday treats and light snacks
A mini-Santa bag filled with holiday-themed goodies
One free drink ticket
AND 1 free space to use during game time!

Add-ons:

Additional boards - $5 each (3 boards per sheet)
Blackout round - $5
Holiday themed dauber - $5

Every game purchased provides 1 day of care for a pet in need plus more - YOU are a hero to a homeless pet just by participating in a game of Bingo!

Ribbon Cutting 12/17/2025 4:30 PM - 12/17/2025 5:00 PM

Thu, 09 Oct 2025 15:11:34 GMT

Whatcha Smokin? BBQ + Brew - Whatcha Smokin? BBQ Catering 12/17/2025 4:30 PM - 12/17/2025 7:00 PM

Tue, 09 Dec 2025 14:25:21 GMT

Santa Claus Is Coming to Whatcha Smokin'

Santa and Mrs. Claus at Whatcha Smokin w/Outside Scoop

Mark those calendars because Santa and Mrs. Claus are making a special stop at Whatcha Smokin' BBQ + Brew on Wednesday, December 17th, from 4:30 to 7 p.m.
Bring the kids and let them share their Christmas wishes with the big man and the missus. And because Santa is a big fan of treats, we’ll be handing out free samples of Outside Scoop's festive holiday ice cream flavor.

Make plans to stop in, soak up the Christmas cheer, and enjoy a sweet sample or two.
We’ll keep smokin' the good stuff (and scooping it too).

TRC Information Meeting 12/18/2025 8:30 AM - 12/18/2025 9:30 AM

Thu, 04 Dec 2025 13:49:38 GMT

Learn how to get involved in the Total Resource Campaign at our in-person overview and Q&A. No registration needed!

Ribbon Cutting 12/18/2025 1:30 PM - 12/18/2025 2:00 PM

Fri, 29 Aug 2025 09:41:01 GMT

ActionCOACH Vanguard - 6 Steps to Your Business Owner Playbook - December 12/19/2025 10:00 AM - 12/19/2025 12:00 Noon

Sun, 26 Jan 2025 12:35:59 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!

Early Bird Brunch Ankeny 12/21/2025 11:30 AM - 12/21/2025 1:00 PM

Fri, 19 Dec 2025 18:38:24 GMT

Come see Santa! Early Bird Brunch Ankeny Facebook

Ribbon Cutting 12/23/2025 4:00 PM - 12/23/2025 4:30 PM

Tue, 16 Dec 2025 19:01:00 GMT

Chamber Office Closed 12/24/2025 8:30 AM - 1/1/2026 5:00 PM

Fri, 20 Dec 2024 12:25:44 GMT