Winterville Chamber of Commerce upcoming events

Ribbon Cutting for The Pop & Pose Experience (October 22, 2026)

Thu, 22 Oct 2026 22:00:00 GMT

Join us on October 22th at 6:00pm as we celebrate our new business and member, The Pop & Pose Experience! Hosted at the Winterville Train Depot, 217 Worthington Road, Winterville. Ribbon will be cut at 6:00pm.

Ribbon cuttings are a great opportunity to show community support, make new connections, and welcome businesses as they grow in the Winterville area. Whether you’re a fellow business owner, community member, or just want to help us celebrate, we’d love to have you there.

Fright Fest (October 25, 2026)

Sun, 25 Oct 2026 19:00:00 GMT

Join the Winterville Chamber of Commerce as we partner with the Town of Winterville for our 6th annual Fright Fest!

Food and retail vendors, live music, food trucks, candy, games, giveaways, and, of course, lots of fun with our businesses and community!

Visit the Main and Mill parking lot for food trucks and vendors selling goods, hosting games, raffles, giveaways, and more!

Walk down Railroad Street to visit the Town of Winterville’s candy stations and drop in to several of our downtown businesses who will be hosting games and contests!

Check out the Market Square location to play games like cornhole, (inflatable) axe-throwing, and more!

This event is a way for us to celebrate the fun of Halloween (with candy, decorations, and costumes included) and showcase all that Winterville has to offer. There’s something for everyone to enjoy, but families especially will have a spooky good time.

Help support events like these by buying a 50/50 raffle ticket! Winner will be announced on October 26th.

Click here for more information and to become a vendor

Slice Into Your Membership (October 27, 2026)

Tue, 27 Oct 2026 16:00:00 GMT

Slice Into Your Membership - Your guide to WCoC Benefits and opportunities

Learn to better understand and fully utilize your Chamber Benefits. We'll talk through available resources, programs, events, and opportunities - while sharing tips on how to engage, connect, and get the most value from your membership. New and existing members alike are encouraged to attend and network.

Members Only - RSVP Required

Ribbon Cutting for My Sister's Closet (October 29, 2026)

Thu, 29 Oct 2026 16:00:00 GMT

Join us on October 29th at 12:00pm as we welcome new leadership at the Center for Family Violence Prevention and My Sister's Closet and celebrate the important work they do in the Winterville community. Hosted at the 111 W. Firetower Road, Suite A, Winterville. Ribbon will be cut at 12:00pm.

Ribbon cuttings are a great opportunity to show community support, make new connections, support businesses, and bring awareness to the services available in the Winterville area. Whether you’re a fellow business owner, community member, or just want to help us celebrate, we’d love to have you there.

Fall Student/Business Mixer (November 04, 2026)

Wed, 04 Nov 2026 13:00:00 GMT

Join the Winterville Chamber of Commerce and Pitt Community College for our fall Student + Business Mixer, a networking event designed to bring local professionals and students together.

Students have the opportunity to practice real-world networking, make professional connections, learn from local business leaders, and explore potential career paths. Chamber members can share their experience, connect with emerging talent, serve in an informal mentorship role, and meet potential future interns or employees.

This event is about more than finding a job or filling a position - it’s about helping students become more comfortable building professional relationships while creating meaningful connections between our local business community and the next generation of the workforce.

Whether you’re a student ready to start building your network or a professional ready to share your experience and meet local talent, we invite you to join us!

Registration is preferred. This is a floating event.

Business at the Table - Investing In Your Team (November 12, 2026)

Thu, 12 Nov 2026 16:30:00 GMT

Business at the Table is the Winterville Chamber’s quarterly Lunch & Learn series designed to bring business leaders together for timely conversations, practical insights, and meaningful connections – all over lunch.

This edition of Business at the Table is proudly presented by QC Kinetix

Business at the Table: Investing in Your Team

What Makes Good Employees Want to Stay?

Finding great employees is one thing. Keeping them is another! From competitive benefits and financial incentives to strong leadership and a positive workplace culture, investing in your team is one of the most important investments you can make in your business.

Join the Winterville Chamber of Commerce for our next Business at the Table on Thursday, November 12, from 11:30 AM to 1:30 PM, as we explore practical strategies for attracting, supporting, and retaining great employees.

This session brings together industry professionals and local business leaders to discuss the many ways employers can invest in their teams, regardless of the size of their business or budget.

Here's what we'll cover:

Health Benefits for Employers

Megan Taylor | Blue Cross Blue Shield

Offering health insurance can be a valuable tool for attracting and retaining employees, but navigating the available options can feel overwhelming, especially for small businesses. Megan will discuss health benefit options for employers, including the Carolina HealthWorks Chamber Plan, and share information to help business owners better understand their choices.

Investing in Your Employees' Financial Future

Larry Whittington | Edward Jones

Financial benefits can play an important role in employee satisfaction and long-term retention. Larry will explore ways employers can support their employees' financial well-being through financial contribution and retirement benefit options, with considerations for businesses of varying sizes.

Small Business Leadership Panel: Building a Workplace Worth Staying For

Benefits are important, but they're only part of the equation. What makes employees feel valued, motivated, and committed to their workplace?

We'll bring together local business leaders for a candid, moderated discussion about the realities of managing people and building successful teams. From cultivating a positive workplace culture and setting clear expectations to overcoming staffing challenges and learning how to be a better leader, our panelists will share their experiences, lessons learned, and strategies that have worked for their businesses.

Featured Panelists:

Abbott Dees | Operator, Chick-fil-A of Winterville
Danielle Hodges | Branch Manager & Vice President, Southern Bank of Winterville
Additional panelists to be announced!

Our panel will be moderated by the Winterville Chamber of Commerce Vice President David Allen, with opportunities for attendees to join the conversation and ask questions.

Whether you employ two people, twenty, or are preparing for your first steps as an employer; this conversation is for you. You don't have to offer the biggest salaries or most elaborate benefits packages to create a workplace where employees want to stay. Sometimes the most meaningful investments are found in how we communicate, lead, support, and recognize the people who help our businesses succeed.

Come ready to learn, share ideas, ask questions, and connect with fellow business leaders over lunch!

Event Details

Date: Thursday, November 12, 2026
Time: 11:30 AM – 1:30 PM
Hosted by: Winterville Chamber of Commerce
Lunch: Included with the program

RSVP Required

Market on the Square (November 13, 2026)

Fri, 13 Nov 2026 21:00:00 GMT

The Winterville Chamber is continuing the Market on the Square tradition in 2026!

This event proudly sponsored by Curtis Media Group and Pitt County Arts Council at Emerge and made possible through our partnership with the Town of Winterville.

Market is from 4:00 to 7:00pm located at 252 Main Street in Winterville on the following date:

November 13th - Make-Up Date

At the market you can expect to find local vendors selling food, crafts, and other goods along with local organizations showing off their community outreach. Local live music at each event and inflatable games for kids and families to enjoy. For the first time this year we will have a car show featured in the Winterville Baptist Church grass lot at the corner of Church and Main.

There’s something for everyone so come out and enjoy our Slice of the Good Life!

If you’re interested in becoming a vendor you can find all the information at the link below.

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Glow Golf (November 14, 2026)

Sat, 14 Nov 2026 23:00:00 GMT

Family Night – Free to play! No registration needed—just line up, grab a putter, and enjoy. Vendors and games available to enjoy while you wait.

Business After Hours - Tethered (November 18, 2026)

Wed, 18 Nov 2026 22:30:00 GMT

Business After Hours hosted by Tethered.

This event is a floating, business-casual event designed to help you connect and collaborate with members. Enjoy food and refreshments with other business owners, local leaders, and decision-makers.

Registration is preferred. We ask non-members limit to two events per year.

Optionally, you may bring a door prize.

Annual Celebration (December 09, 2026)

Wed, 09 Dec 2026 22:30:00 GMT

The Winterville Chamber’s Annual Celebration is our end-of-year tradition. A chance for members, community partners, and friends to come together and reflect on a successful 2025. This special evening highlights the Chamber’s work over the past year, celebrates the businesses and individuals who help make Winterville thrive, and honors our Community Award winners.

All Chamber Members and Community Award Finalists are invited to attend.

Community Awards sponsored by QC Kinetix Non-Surgical Regeneration

Agenda:

5:30–6:00 PM – Guest Arrival

6:00 PM – Dinner

6:45 PM – Presentations & Awards

7:45 PM – Door Prizes

Dress Code: Business Casual to Festive Cocktail

Come as you are from work or dress it up for the holidays! Festive touches are always welcome.

Winterville Wonderland (December 12, 2026)

Sat, 12 Dec 2026 19:00:00 GMT

The Winterville Chamber is partnering with the Town of Winterville to again present a Winterville Wonderland event complete with a festive parade, tree lighting ceremony, and vendor market.

Join us on December 12th from 2 to 6pm at 252 Main Street in Winterville. The Christmas parade begins at 2pm, and the Tree Lighting Ceremony begins at 5pm.

100% of vendor fees collected will be donated to Winterville Police Department's Shop with a Cop Program.

Vendor Application (Click Here)

Town Parade Application (Click Here)