Ankeny Area Chamber of Commerce Events Newswire

Ribbon Cutting 5/1/2026 12:00 Noon - 5/1/2026 12:30 PM

Tue, 24 Mar 2026 22:28:44 GMT

Animal Rescue League of Iowa 5/2/2026 10:00 AM - 5/2/2026 11:00 AM

Tue, 10 Mar 2026 10:36:09 GMT

Stretch, sip, and snuggle! Cats N' Mats | ARL - Animal Rescue League of Iowa, Inc.

Join us at the ARL for yoga with kittens! Enjoy a relaxing and rejuvenating yoga class taught by a professional with the purrs of adorable kittens all around! After the workout everyone will get one complimentary “Meow-mosa” (available to participants 21+) or orange juice. Please bring your own mat (or beach towel), but no need to bring your own kittens, the ARL will provide them for this class!

Session 1: 10:00 – 11:00 a.m.

Tickets: $20 (Ages 5+)

What’s included:

a yoga class lead by a professional
endless interactions with adoptable kittens
one complimentary “meow”-mosa

All proceeds benefit the pets in our care at the Animal Rescue League of Iowa

AYP in the AM 5/5/2026 7:30 AM - 5/5/2026 9:00 AM

Wed, 14 Jan 2026 21:57:56 GMT

Start your morning with fresh connections at AYP in the AM on Tuesday, May 5 from 7:30 – 9 AM. This casual networking event is the perfect way for young professionals to meet new people, share ideas, and build meaningful relationships before the workday begins.

This month’s gathering is hosted by Matt May of The Entrepreneur's Source, whose work focuses on helping individuals explore new possibilities in career ownership, entrepreneurship, and building a path toward financial freedom and career fulfillment. Held at Stretch Zone in Ankeny with a chance to win a gift card to a local ice cream shop!

Enjoy morning beverages while connecting with fellow members of the Ankeny Young Professionals community. Whether you are new to AYP or a regular attendee, AYP in the AM offers a relaxed setting to expand your network and start the day energized.

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Tour Ankeny 5/6/2026 8:15 AM - 5/6/2026 11:30 AM

Mon, 12 Jan 2026 16:54:39 GMT

Tour Ankeny is back!

This spring, we’re excited to visit the incredible facility at Kreg Tool Company for a behind-the-scenes look at one of our community’s standout businesses.

Enjoy coffee and a light breakfast while connecting with fellow attendees, hearing from local speakers, and taking part in a fun and informative tour of the Kreg Tool facility.

Members and non-members alike are welcome to join this engaging community event—we can’t wait to see you there!

THIS EVENT IS CURRENTLY SOLD OUT. Please email us below and we can put you on our waiting list.

Ribbon Cutting 5/6/2026 4:30 PM - 5/6/2026 5:00 PM

Tue, 07 Apr 2026 21:43:42 GMT

Ribbon Cutting 5/7/2026 12:00 Noon - 5/7/2026 12:30 PM

Fri, 17 Apr 2026 16:50:06 GMT

Ribbon Cutting 5/8/2026 12:00 Noon - 5/8/2026 12:30 PM

Tue, 10 Feb 2026 18:50:51 GMT

Oasis Car Wash 5/10/2026 9:00 AM - 5/10/2026 6:00 PM

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 19:20:21 GMT

Mother's Day Open House at Oasis Car Wash

In honor of Mother's Day and the moms out there, Oasis is giving a free car wash and flowers to all mothers! Available at both Ankeny and Altoona locations.

Ribbon Cutting 5/11/2026 4:30 PM - 5/11/2026 5:00 PM

Fri, 10 Apr 2026 01:26:09 GMT

Ribbon Cutting 5/12/2026 4:30 PM - 5/12/2026 5:00 PM

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 20:19:26 GMT

Business After Hours 5/14/2026 4:00 PM - 5/14/2026 5:30 PM

Sat, 03 Jan 2026 22:30:15 GMT

Unwind, connect, and grow your network at Business After Hours on Thursday, May 14 from 4 – 5:30 PM, hosted by Community Choice Credit Union - Ankeny UNbanking Center.

Bring your business cards and join fellow Chamber members for a relaxed evening of conversation, new connections, and community building. Business After Hours is a great way to catch up with familiar faces while meeting new professionals from across the Ankeny business community.

While you are there, be sure to snap a photo with the iconic Toast Car and experience the fun personality behind Community Choice’s approach to UNbanking. Owned by more than 50,000 Iowans and serving the metro community for over 70 years, Community Choice believes in members helping members and supporting local businesses.

No registration is required. Just stop by, make connections, and enjoy the evening!

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Chamber's May "6 Steps to Your Business Owner Playbook", presented by ActionCOACH Vanguard 5/15/2026 10:00 AM - 5/15/2026 12:00 Noon

Fri, 02 Jan 2026 20:37:48 GMT

Learn the Playbook to a Better Business in under 2 hours. You will walk out with strategies you will be able to implement right away!

FOR BUSINESS OWNERS!

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

Get clear and get in control. Stop reacting all day. We help you simplify what matters most, set a real direction, and create a plan you can actually follow, so your business feels steadier and less stressful.
Attract the right customers on purpose. No more “anyone with a pulse.” You’ll dial in who you serve best and how to talk about what you do, so the right people find you faster and saying “yes” becomes easier.
Build a business that runs smoother (even when you’re busy). We’ll turn the stuff you do repeatedly into simple, repeatable steps, so things don’t fall apart when life gets hectic or when you hand work to someone else.
Create a team that carries weight. Whether it’s your first hire or your tenth, we focus on getting the right people, setting clear expectations, and building accountability, so you’re not the only one pushing the rock uphill.
Make everything work together. Marketing, sales, operations, and leadership shouldn’t feel like separate jobs. We help you connect the dots so your time, money, and energy go into a system that actually supports growth.
Turn effort into real results. You’ll measure what matters, make smarter decisions, and keep momentum, so you’re not just “busy,” you’re building profit, progress, and more FREEDOM.

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" workshop is your gateway to unparalleled success!

Who's this workshop for?

Small- to medium-sized business owners.
Owners looking to increase their net profit.
Owners looking for a better team strategy.
Owners looking to scale to the next level with their business.
Owners looking to enjoy more vacations.

6 Steps to Your Business Owner Playbook Tickets, Fri, May 15, 2026 at 10:00 AM | Eventbrite

Annual Ankeny Art Center Arts Festival 5/16/2026 10:00 AM - 5/16/2026 4:00 PM

Wed, 01 Apr 2026 15:18:12 GMT

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Looking for something to do with the whole family?!

The Ankeny Art Center Arts Festival brings together artists, live demonstrations, music, and hands-on activities in Historic Uptown.

Come experience creativity in action!

Animal Rescue League of Iowa 5/16/2026 11:00 AM - 5/16/2026 5:15 PM

Mon, 16 Mar 2026 09:46:17 GMT

Grab your friends, your family, and your bike! Join us for a party bike ride in support of the homeless pets at the ARL. Pedal for Paws | ARL - Animal Rescue League of Iowa, Inc.

This ride is approximately 19 miles (round trip) and includes fun-filled stops at local businesses. You’ll have the opportunity to win cool prizes through our raffle, enjoy fun activities like our ARL animal Cuddle Lounge, get in on delicious drink specials at each bar, and so much more!

PLUS – It will be Cat-urday, so don’t forget to show us your best cat outfits!

Chamber's May Profit Academy, presented by ActionCOACH Vanguard 5/18/2026 4:00 PM - 5/18/2026 5:00 PM

Fri, 16 Jan 2026 13:10:02 GMT

Chamber Education presented by ActionCOACH Vanguard - Profit Academy

Inspire Your Team to Perform

This virtual event is free for all Ankeny Chamber members. Registration is required, and space is limited.

FOR BUSINESS OWNERS!

Reclaim Your Time & Make More Money in 2026
Join ActionCOACH for our 2026 Profit Academy Series: Monthly 60-minute virtual classes designed to strengthen the fundamentals of business growth, including mindset, marketing, sales, systems, team, and profit. Learn alongside other business owners and make 2026 your most profitable year yet!
Wondering what's in it for you? Let's break it down:

Set Your Mind to Success: Learn the best methods to ensure your thinking will propel your business forward. Control your thoughts and control your success.
Turn Your Marketing into an ATM: Learn how to turn your marketing into a predictable investment with a measurable return.
Take Your Sales to New Heights: Learn how to sell through asking the right questions, at the right time, with the right person.
Hire the Right People, Finally: Learn how to put the right people in the right seat on the right bus.
Inspire Your Team to Perform: Learn how to retain key team members, reward them appropriately and convert them into "Raving Fans".
Turn Customers Into Raving Fans: Learn how to identify who your best customers are, what they mean to your business and how to implement principles of great service.
Work Smarter, Not Harder: Learn how to use time to your advantage. Budget your time and achieve focus with a default calendar. Learn how to run your schedule instead of your schedule running you.
Get Paid From Your Business: Learn which numbers drive your business and improve your performance so that you can sell your business at its highest value.
Connect Better, Sell More: Learn how to understand your communication style as well as the person you are talking with, so that you can get results.
6 Steps to Real Growth: Learn the six steps that are essential to creating sound, long-term business growth.
Get Ready for 2027: Learn how to build a plan that will make 2027 your most profitable year yet!

Don't miss out on this transformative experience! Secure your spot now and elevate your business to new heights. The "Profit Academy" classes are your gateway to unparalleled success!

Who's this class for?

Small- to medium-sized business owners.
Owners looking to increase their net profit.
Owners looking for a better team strategy.
Owners looking to scale to the next level with their business.
Owners looking to enjoy more vacations.

Profit Academy - Motivate Your Team for Growth Tickets, Monday, May 18 • 4 PM - 5 PM CDT | Eventbrite

Ribbon Cutting 5/18/2026 4:30 PM - 5/18/2026 5:00 PM

Tue, 07 Apr 2026 18:28:12 GMT

Directions: From I-35 North, take the Ankeny 36th Street exit. Go right on 36th. CSB Headquarters is located directly on your left, just past Costco.

Community State Bank 5/18/2026 4:00 PM - 5/18/2026 6:00 PM

Wed, 22 Apr 2026 19:15:13 GMT

Join us and the Ankeny Chamber of Commerce for a ceremonial ribbon cutting and open house of the new Community State Bank headquarters in northeast Ankeny.

Directions: From I-35 North, take the Ankeny 36th Street exit. Go right on 36th. CSB Headquarters is located directly on your left, just past Costco.

Ribbon Cutting 5/19/2026 12:00 Noon - 5/19/2026 12:30 PM

Mon, 27 Apr 2026 14:22:03 GMT

Animal Rescue League of Iowa 5/19/2026 5:30 PM - 5/19/2026 9:00 PM

Fri, 03 Apr 2026 10:32:56 GMT

Bring your pooch to the game and have a dog-gone good time! Dog Days of Summer at Iowa Cubs | ARL - Animal Rescue League of Iowa, Inc.

Dog Days of Summer is back! Join us at Principal Park where you and your dog can watch The Iowa Cubs take on the Memphis Redbirds from seats in our pet-friendly reserved section. Once you enter the park, you and your dog can take part in a dog parade on the field (beginning at 5:45 p.m.) and stop by the ARL booth to enter our raffle or treat your pup to dog ice cream! The game is at 6:38 p.m. (gates open one hour prior at 5:38 p.m.).

Ticket: $16

Includes:
- Admission for you and your dog
- Dog bandana
- Opportunity to participate in the dog parade on the field before the game
- Enjoy FREE swag curtesy of Reyna Immerfall, State Farm agent

100% of the proceeds from each ticket sold through the ARL is donated back to pets in need.

Speed Networking 5/19/2026 4:00 PM - 5/19/2026 5:30 PM

Thu, 26 Mar 2026 13:53:06 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.

Central Iowa Business Conference 5/21/2026 8:00 AM - 5/21/2026 5:00 PM

Tue, 17 Mar 2026 20:45:01 GMT

The 2026 Central Iowa Business Conference held on Thursday, May 21st, 2026 at Prairie Meadows Event Center.

This one-of-a-kind event brings together business leaders from across the region for learning, networking, and fresh insights you can apply right away.
Keynote speakers include:
- Richard Bryan – business leadership & succession planning
- Alexandra Hudson – civility & civic renewal
- Brandon Carlson – implementing AI in the workplace

If you’re looking to grow, connect, and stay ahead, this is an event worth attending.
Register here and use code ANKCIBC2026 to secure your spot: www.centraliowabusinessconference.com

AYP Uncorked 5/21/2026 6:00 PM - 5/21/2026 8:00 PM

Sun, 01 Mar 2026 19:43:15 GMT

Uncork a night of flavor, fun, and connection at AYP’s annual wine education and tasting event this Spring at WineStyles Ankeny.

On Thursday, May 21, 2026 | 6:00 – 8:00 PM CST, join fellow young professionals for a 21 and older interactive evening featuring curated wine and appetizer pairings, guided tasting notes, and simple tips to help you sip with confidence. Whether you’re a seasoned enthusiast or just wine-curious, you’ll leave with new favorites and a little more knowledge in your glass.

$25 AYP Members | $35 Non-AYP Members
FREE wine bottle INCLUDED with ticket purchase
REGISTRATION REQUIRED | 21+ Event

Thank you to our Presenting Sponsor, WineStyles Ankeny, and our Experience Sponsor, Bryant Iowa Heating & Cooling, for making this evening possible.

Seats will fill quickly. Grab your ticket, bring a friend, and get ready to raise a glass.

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Uptown Ankeny Farmer's Market 5/23/2026 8:00 AM - 5/23/2026 12:00 Noon

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 15:36:54 GMT

Shop fresh produce, locally raised meat and eggs, homemade baked goods, delicious prepared foods & drinks, and unique handmade crafts from local vendors. It’s the perfect way to spend a Saturday morning in Uptown Ankeny.

Thank you to our Presenting Sponsor, ROOF IOWA - Roofing Ankeny, Des Moines & Central Iowa, for supporting another great season.

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Chamber Office Closed 5/25/2026 8:30 AM - 5/25/2026 5:00 PM

Sat, 03 Jan 2026 23:25:11 GMT

Lattes & Leads 5/26/2026 7:30 AM - 5/26/2026 9:00 AM

Sat, 03 Jan 2026 22:53:45 GMT

Start your morning with meaningful connections at Lattes & Leads on Tuesday, May 26 from 7:30 – 9 AM, hosted by Ankeny Family Counseling at 1910 SW Plaza Shops Lane.

Join us where conversations bloom as Chamber members gather for coffee, networking, and a welcoming start to the day. Bring your business cards, meet fellow professionals, and grow your connections in a relaxed and friendly setting.

While you mingle, learn more about Ankeny Family Counseling’s mission to support individuals and families on their path to healing and growth. Their team welcomes clients of all ages and offers a wide range of services including family and individual therapy, EMDR, cognitive behavioral therapy, sports psychology counseling, and more.

Whether you are looking to expand your network or simply enjoy a positive start to the day, Lattes & Leads is the perfect place to connect.

No registration required. Just stop in, grab a coffee, and let the conversations bloom!

New Member Mixer 5/27/2026 4:00 PM - 5/27/2026 5:00 PM

Thu, 26 Mar 2026 13:44:17 GMT

This event is for members who have recently joined the Ankeny Area Chamber of Commerce. Email tpetersmith@ankeny.org for additional questions.

Animal Rescue League of Iowa 5/28/2026 5:30 PM - 5/28/2026 7:30 PM

Tue, 07 Apr 2026 16:07:23 GMT

Join us at the first Yappy Hour of the summer!

Come, sit, stay, and have a drink at the ARL! We’re kicking off the summer with a special Yappy Hour celebrating the ARL’s 100th anniversary. We’ll have a cash bar with drinks for the humans and Frosty Paws ice cream for the pups.

Proceeds support homeless pets, so grab your drinking buddies (human and hound) and join us for this dog-friendly event!

This is a FREE event, though we ask that you RSVP through the ticket link! Yappy Hour at the ARL | ARL - Animal Rescue League of Iowa, Inc.

The District - Sips & Songs 5/29/2026 6:00 PM - 5/29/2026 10:00 PM

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 17:01:00 GMT

Kick off the season with a high-energy night you won’t want to miss Sips & Songs in The District

The Peoples Band + Pork Tornados are bringing the party to the stage

Gates open at 5:30 PM
FREE • All ages welcome
Stick around for Silent Disco after the show (10–12)

Takeout food from The District restaurants is welcome. Facebook

Uptown Ankeny Farmer's Market 5/30/2026 8:00 AM - 5/30/2026 12:00 Noon

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 15:42:21 GMT

Thank you to our Presenting Sponsor, ROOF IOWA - Roofing Ankeny, Des Moines & Central Iowa, for supporting another great season.

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