Thursday, February 19, 2026 The Chamber Champions Gala is the Sheboygan County Chamber of Commerce’s annual celebration honoring the people, businesses, and organizations that help our community thrive. This signature event brings together leaders from across the county for an evening of recognition, connection, and celebration. The Gala features a formal awards program and after-party, hosted at two iconic downtown Sheboygan venues: The Weill Center for the Performing Arts and The Black Pig. ⚠️ Dinner tickets are SOLD OUT. A limited number of Awards Show–Only tickets are now available. The Weill Center for the Performing Arts Awards Show–Only guests are invited to arrive beginning at 6:30 PM to enjoy registration, a red-carpet walk, and photo opportunities before the program begins. The Weill Center for the Performing Arts The formal awards program takes place in the Weill Center theater. Seating is assigned. The program will recognize this year’s Chamber Champion award recipients across multiple categories. The Black Pig Following the awards show, guests are invited back to The Black Pig to continue the celebration with socializing and a cash bar. The Chamber Champions Gala honors excellence in the following categories: Working Together Non-Profit of the Year Safety Leader Culinary Star of the Year Tourism Gem Professional Service Organization of the Year Manufacturer of the Year Ambassador of the Year MVP of the Team Retailer of the Year The evening will be emceed by Sheboygan Police Chief Kurt Zempel. ⚠️ Dinner tickets are SOLD OUT. Individual Member Ticket: $100 Individual Non-Member Ticket: $150 10-Pack of Member Tickets: $900 10-Pack of Non-Member Tickets: $1,450 Awards Show–Only tickets include: Admission to the awards show at The Weill Center Access to the after-party at The Black Pig Dinner and the 4:30 PM networking reception at The Black Pig are sold out and not included. Cash bars will be available throughout the evening. No cancellations or refunds will be issued after February 5, 2026. Formal / Black Tie Optional Nearby hotel options include: GrandStay Hotel Sheboygan Wingate by Wyndham Harbor Winds Hotel Blue Harbor Resort Watershed Hotel The Chamber Champions Gala is more than an awards ceremony. It’s an opportunity to: Celebrate the successes of the Sheboygan County business community Recognize leaders and organizations making a difference Connect with professionals from across the county Take part in one of the Chamber’s most anticipated events of the year Whether attending as a nominee, supporter, sponsor, or guest, the Gala is a night dedicated to celebrating local impact and achievement.
Thursday Feb 19, 2026
Event Timeline for Awards Show Only Tickets: Downtown Sheboygan, WI ⚠️ Dinner tickets are SOLD OUT. Individual Member Ticket: $100 Individual Non-Member Ticket: $150 10-Pack of Member Tickets: $900 10-Pack of Non-Member Tickets: $1,450 Awards Show–Only tickets include: Admission to the awards show at The Weill Center Access to the after-party at The Black Pig Dinner and the 4:30 PM networking reception at The Black Pig are sold out and not included. Cash bars will be available throughout the evening.
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CHAMBER CHAMPIONS GALA 2026: The Weill Center + Black Pig
Chamber Champions Gala 2026
4:30 PM – 10:00 PM
Downtown Sheboygan
Evening Schedule
4:30 PM – Dinner & Networking (Sold Out)The Black PigDinner and networking will take place at The Black Pig with chef-curated food stations and passed appetizers across all four floors of the venue. Seating is limited and designed to encourage mingling. Cash bars are available on every level.
6:30 PM – Doors Open | Registration & Red Carpet
7:00 PM – Awards Show
9:00 PM – After-Party
Awards & Recognition
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Ticket Information
A limited number of Awards Show–Only tickets are now available. Pricing remains the same.Ticket Pricing
What’s Included
Cancellation Policy
Dress Code
This is one of the Chamber’s most formal events of the year. Guests are encouraged to dress up for the occasion.
Hotels & Accommodations
Why Attend?
Nominees for Chamber Champions Gala 2026.
Ambassador of the Year 2025
Sponsored by Float Doctor
Nominees:
Working Together 2025
Sponsored by Prevea
Nominees:
Nonprofit of the Year 2025
Sponsored by Next Step Insurance
Nominees:
Safety Leader 2025
Sponsored by Club Car Wash
Nominees:
Additional Nominees: Bemis Manufacturing Company, JH Findorff
MVP of the Team 2025
Sponsored by Nutt Hill
Nominees
Additional Nominees: Mary Swartz – Maaco’s Floor and Rajesh Patel - MilliporeSigma
Culinary Star of the Year 2025
Sponsored by Lakeshore College
Nominees:
Additional Nominees: Bread and Bean Eatery
Professional Services Organization of the Year 2025
Sponsored by Midwest Communications
Nominees:
Additional Nominees: Entourage Salon & Spa, FIRE Fitness Camp, Rise N’ Shine Cleaning Company, Safety Fitz
Manufacturer of the Year 2025
Sponsored by Viking Masek
Nominees:
Additional Nominees: Sartori Cheese, Viking Masek, Vollrath Company
Retailer of the Year 2025
Sponsored by Kelmann Restoration
Nominees:
Additional Nominees: Kwik Trip, Trek Bicycle Store Sheboygan
Tourism Gem 2025
Sponsored by UnitedOne Credit Union
Nominees:
Additional Nominees: Great Lakes Diving Center
Event Sponsors
Platinum Sponsors
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Gold Sponsors
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Cocktail Sponsor
Registration Sponsors
Award Sponsors
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Coat Check Sponsors
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In-Kind Sponsors
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Event Partners
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Date and Time
4:30 PM - 10:00 PM CST
6:30pm Registration and Red Carpet
7:00pm Award Show
9:00pm After Party at Black Pig
Event Timeline For Dinner + Award Show Tickets: (SOLD OUT)
4:30pm: The Black Pig Dinner - Food Stations and Mingling (Limited Seating)6:30pm: Red Carpet across the street from the Black Pig to the Weill Center7:00pm: The Weill Center Award Show - Formal stage award show at the Weill Center (Assigned Seating)9:00pm: After Party at The Black PigLocation
Awards Show at the Weill Center
Fees/Admission
Ticket Information
A limited number of Awards Show–Only tickets are now available. Pricing remains the same.Ticket Pricing
What’s Included
Event will take place no matter the weather conditions. Contact Information
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