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SUMMARY:2026 Annual Awards Banquet: Miami Vice - White Theme
DESCRIPTION:2026 Punta Gorda Chamber Annual Banque\n\n\n\nMiami Vice White Theme\n\n\n\nJoin the Punta Gorda Chamber of Commerce for an unforgettable evening celebrating business excellence\, community leadership\, and the vibrant spirit of Punta Gorda at our 2026 Annual Banquet. This year’s Miami Vice White Theme will transform the evening into a stylish South Florida-inspired experience filled with networking\, dining\, awards\, and entertainment. \n\n\n\nGather with fellow Chamber members\, business professionals\, community leaders\, and guests as we recognize outstanding achievements\, including the prestigious Business of the Year Award\, and celebrate another successful year in our thriving community. \n\n\n\nEvent Details\n\n\n\n📅 Saturday\, September 12\, 2026🕕 6:00 PM \n\n\n\n\n\nDress Code\n\n\n\n🤍 Miami Vice White Theme Attire \n\n\n\nGuests are encouraged to embrace the theme by wearing white or predominantly white cocktail\, resort-chic\, or business formal attire. Think classic Miami glamour with a modern coastal twist! \n\n\n\nDining Options\n\n\n\nGuests must select one of the following entrée choices during ticket purchase: \n\n\n\nA. Chicken Vera CruzCherry tomatoes\, capers\, olives\, and tapenade \n\n\n\nB. Marinated Flank SteakSautéed peppers and onions with chimichurri sauce \n\n\n\nC. Pasta Primavera (Vegetarian/Vegan Option Available)Penne pasta with heirloom tomatoes\, asparagus\, red peppers\, mushrooms\, roasted garlic\, extra virgin olive oil\, and shaved Parmesan \n\n\n\nTicket Information\n\n\n\n🎟️ General Admission: $125 per person \n\n\n\n🎟️ Miami Vice South Beach Table (Seats up to 8): $1\,000 per table \n\n\n\n⭐ VIP Experience: Add a VIP Pre-Reception ticket for an additional $25 and enjoy exclusive early access to a special pre-event reception before the banquet begins. \n\n\n\nAdvance ticket purchase is required for all attendees. Tickets will not be available at the door. \n\n\n\nFor sponsorship opportunities please contact Diane Ford at reception@puntagorda-chamber.com \n\n\n\n**Important Meal Selection Notice**\n\n\n\n🍽️ Meal selections must be made at the time of ticket purchase. Due to venue planning requirements\, meal choices cannot be changed\, substituted\, or modified after purchase. Please review your selection carefully before completing your registration. \n\n\n\nReserve Your Spot Below!\n\n\n\nWe look forward to welcoming you for an exciting evening of celebration\, connection\, recognition\, and Miami-inspired style as we honor the businesses and individuals who help make Punta Gorda a thriving community.
URL:https://puntagordachamber.com/event/2026-annual-awards-banquet-miami-vice-white-theme/
LOCATION:Isles Yacht Club\, 1780 W Marion Ave\, Punta Gorda\, FL\, 33950\, United States
CATEGORIES:Featured Events
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SUMMARY:City Council Candidate Q&A with the Punta Gorda Chamber of Commerce
DESCRIPTION:Tuesday\, September 22 | 5:30–7:00 PMPunta Gorda Isles Civic Association2001 Shreve St\, Punta Gorda\, FL 33950 \n\n\n\nSEATS ARE LIMITED- RSVP BELOW \n\n\n\nSpecial Guest Moderator: Stacey Deffenbaugh Meyer \n\n\n\nYour city. Your businesses. Your community. Your vote. \n\n\n\nLocal elections matter. The decisions made at City Hall directly impact our businesses\, our economy\, our neighborhoods\, and the future of Punta Gorda.On Tuesday\, September 22\, the Punta Gorda Chamber of Commerce invites our community to join us for a City Council Candidate Q&A\, featuring the candidates running in Punta Gorda’s contested City Council races. \n\n\n\n📅 Tuesday\, September 22⏰ 5:30–7:00 PM \n\n\n\n\n\nThe Punta Gorda Chamber is a nonpartisan organization\, and this event is not about telling anyone how to vote. It’s about giving voters an opportunity to hear directly from the candidates about the issues affecting our city…particularly business\, economic development\, tourism\, growth\, infrastructure\, and Punta Gorda’s future.And we want our business community involved in the conversation.❓ What do YOU want to ask the candidates?Business owners and Chamber members are encouraged to submit questions they would like to see addressed during the forum. Please email your questions to smclaughlin@puntagorda-chamber.com for consideration.The Chamber will select the questions in advance\, but candidates will not receive the specific questions beforehand. We want our community to hear authentic answers and see how each candidate thinks about the opportunities and challenges facing Punta Gorda.Political neutrality should never mean civic disengagement.Come informed. Hear the candidates. Learn where they stand.Then\, when Election Day arrives\, make your voice heard. \n\n\n\nOPEN TO THE PUBLIC • ALL COMMUNITY MEMBERS ARE ENCOURAGED TO ATTEND  \n\n\n\nSEATS ARE LIMITED- RSVP BELOW
URL:https://puntagordachamber.com/event/city-council-candidate-qa-with-the-punta-gorda-chamber-of-commerce/
LOCATION:Punta Gorda Isles Civic Association\, 2001 Shreve St\, Punta Gorda\, 33950
CATEGORIES:Featured Events,Free Community Events
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SUMMARY:3rd Annual Neighborhood Fall Festival
DESCRIPTION:THE CITY OF PUNTA GORDA & THE PUNTA GORDA CHAMBER OF COMMERCEARE PROUD TO HOST THETHIRD ANNUAL NEIGHBORHOOD FALL FESTIVAL \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThis free\, family-friendly festival kicks off the holiday season and celebrates communityconnections that make Punta Gorda special! \n\n\n\n This year will feature free food\, a costume contest\, trick or treating\, games\, arts & crafts\, a dessert walk\, live entertainment\, and threebrand-new elements: a “Bewitching Beasts” pet category added to the costume contest\, a SponsorCorner for swag giveaways and a Nonprofit Expo where attendees can explore opportunities to get more involved with local nonprofits!  \n\n\n\nLast year’s festival had over 800 attendees\, more than 25 trick-or-treat partners\, and dozens of local business sponsors.With your help\, we can make 2026 even bigger and better! \n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nWith YOUR support\, we hope to make the 2026 festival bigger and better\,continuing the City’s commitment to celebration and community fun!As a Fall Festival sponsor\, you gain visibility in the community while aligning your brand with fun\,togetherness\, and Harborside Hometown pride.There will be plenty of opportunities for digital promotion\, in-person engagement\, andrelationship building with residents\, visitors\, and other local businesses \n\n\n\n\nBE A 2026 NEIGHBORHOOD FALL FESTIVAL SPONSOR!\n\n\n\n\nBuzzworthy Bites SponsorThe fastest way to someone’s heart is through their stomach! This sponsor helpscover the cost of the community meal provided free of charge to attendees and eventvolunteers\, and enjoys top-tier sponsorship benefits including: \n\n\n\n– Logo and branded “Food Sponsored By [Your Company]” event signage andsignage in the food preparation and serving areas– Option for sponsor staff to host a fall-themed interactive activity or game– Premium placement at the Sponsor Corner to provide branded swag\, giveaways\,or discount coupons– Opportunity for sponsor staff to volunteer with food service– Top placement in digital promotion on theCity’s social media accounts– Featured mentions in theCity’s Weekly Highlights Report (5K+ subscribers)– Framed certificate of appreciation and event photo. \n\n\n\nVIP (Very Important Party) SponsorA sure way to get the party started! This sponsor covers the cost of the fun\, likemusical entertainment\, inflatables\, or a dunk tank\, and enjoys top-tier sponsorshipbenefits including: \n\n\n\n– Logo and branded “Entertainment Sponsored By [Your Company]” eventsignage and signage in the entertainment areas– Premium placement at the Sponsor Corner to provide branded swag\, giveaways\,or discount coupons– Top placement in digital promotion on theCity’s social media accounts– Featured mentions in theCity’s Weekly Highlights Report (5K+ subscribers)– Option for sponsor staff to host a fall-themed interactive activity or game– Option to introduce musical entertainment (subject to entertainer approval)– Framed certificate of appreciation and event photo \n\n\n\nFright & Delight SponsorEncourage the creative vibes – from spooky to trendy and everything in between!This sponsor covers the cost of the costume contest and prizes\, and enjoyssponsorship benefits including: \n\n\n\n– Logo and branded “Costume Contest Sponsored By [Your Company]” eventsignage and signage in the costume contest areas– Dedicated placement at the Sponsor Corner to provide branded swag\,giveaways\, or discount coupons– Featured inclusion in digital promotion on theCity’s social media accountsMentions in the City’s Weekly Highlights Report (5K+ subscribers)– Option to participate in contest judging– Certificate of appreciation and event photo with costume contest winners \n\n\n\nPunta Gorda PowerhouseIt take a village! Make festival dreams a reality with entry-level sponsorship to coverdecorations\, promotional materials\, candy\, game supplies\, and more! Sponsorshipbenefits include: \n\n\n\n– Logo included in event signage– Inclusion in digital promotion on the City’s social media accounts– Mentions in the City’s Weekly Highlights Report (5K+ subscribers)– Certificate of appreciation \n\n\n\nCustom SponsorshipSponsorships comes in all shapes and sizes! This custom sponsor could providedonations for services\, volunteers\, event promotion\, supplies or materials – thepossibilities are endless! Sponsorship benefits include: \n\n\n\n– Logo included in event signage– Placement at Sponsor Corner to provide branded swag\, giveaways\, or discountcoupons (available to sponsorships valued at $500 or more)– Inclusion in digital promotion on theCity’s social media accounts– Mentions in theCity’s Weekly Highlights Report (5K+ subscribers)– Certificate of appreciation \n\n\n\n*For Custom Sponsorship\, please contact the Chamber at reception@puntagorda-chamber.com
URL:https://puntagordachamber.com/event/3rd-annual-neighborhood-fall-festival/
LOCATION:Laishley Park\, 100 Nesbit St\, Punta Gorda\, FL\, 33950
CATEGORIES:Featured Events,Free Community Events
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