HUNTINGTON REGIONAL CHAMBER OF COMMERCE ANNOUNCES APRIL 2026 EVENTS
HUNTINGTON, W.Va. - The Huntington Regional Chamber of Commerce is proud to announce its April calendar of events, a month centered on strengthening collaboration across the local business community.
Wednesday, April 8
April Lunch & Learn: Protecting Your Online Reputation
Your online presence can shape first impressions, influence opportunities, and impact your personal and professional success. In this engaging 1-hour workshop, you’ll learn practical strategies to manage and protect your digital footprint.
Whether you’re a business owner, professional, or simply want to take charge of your online image, this session will give you the tools and confidence to protect your reputation in today’s digital world.
Location: One Mountwest Way, Huntington, WV 25701; Room G07
Time: 12 p.m. to 1 p.m.
Register Now: https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/ev/reg/ryvewxd
Saturday, April 11
Paddle for the Paint Pickleball Tournament
The Paddle for the Paint Pickleball Tournament invites players of all levels to support a collaboration between Marshall University students and the Huntington Regional Chamber of Commerce Foundation to raise funds for an exciting new downtown public art mural!
Registration opens at 11:00 AM, play starts at 11:30 AM.
All players who are not members of the 7827 Tennis Center will be required to sign a short waiver the day of the tournament. There will be a beginner, intermediate, and advanced doubles category, so players of all skill levels can register! You may only register for one category.
All games played to 11, win by 2. Pool play followed by single elimination. Any gender combination is allowed!
Balls are provided for all players; you may bring you own balls. You must bring your own paddle to participate.
Cost: $25 per player, $50 per team
Be sure to register with a team member as team members will not be assigned.
Location: 7827 Tennis Center
Time: 11 a.m.
Register Now: http://bit.ly/3O7xVc3
Wednesday, April 14
Women’s Impact Network Social
Join the Women’s Impact Network for a casual networking event. Attendees will have the opportunity to meet the new leadership team, connect with other like-minded women, and grow their professional network in a welcoming and supportive environment.
Location: The Jockey Club, 938 4th Ave 1409, Huntington, WV 25701
Time: 5 p.m. to 7 p.m.
Register Now: https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/ev/reg/g2qg8yp
Wednesday, April 15
Manufacturing Roundtable: April 2026
Manufacturing professionals are invited to join us for an engaging conversation on how manufacturers can leverage digital marketing and data-driven strategies to fuel business growth.
Featured guest speaker Dave Wertz, Vice President of Manufacturing at Blenko Glass Company, will share insights from his experience in the industry and discuss how manufacturers can adapt to an increasingly digital marketplace. Following the presentation and roundtable discussion, attendees will have the unique opportunity to tour the Blenko Glass facility and try their hand at making glass.
This event is open only to individuals working in the manufacturing industry and registration is required.
Location: 9 Bill Blenko Drive, Milton, WV 25541
Time: 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
Register Now: https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/ev/reg/nmjc27w
Friday, April 17
Ribbon Cutting: Path Behavioral Healthcare
Join us as we celebrate a new chapter in community care with a Ribbon Cutting Ceremony for Path Behavioral Healthcare!
This special event marks the opening of a dedicated space focused on providing compassionate, accessible mental health services to individuals and families in our region. Attendees will have the opportunity to meet the team and learn more about the services offered.
Help us welcome Path Behavioral Healthcare to the community as they expand access to vital resources and support. We look forward to celebrating this exciting milestone with you!
Location: 1202 4th Ave, Huntington, WV 25701-1526, United States
Time: 11 a.m.
Saturday, April 18
Huntington Young Professionals Volunteer Day with Facing Hunger Foodbank
The Huntington Young Professionals will parter with Facing Hunger Foodbank for a community volunteer event on Saturday, April 18 from 9 a.m. to noon. Participants will help sort and pack food, as well as assemble boxes for families in need.
All attendees are required to complete a volunteer agreement before the event. Registered participants will receive the form in advance and may either bring a printed copy or submit it via email ahead of time to Emily Blackburn at Emily.Blackburn@Dinsmore.com.
Location: 1327 7th Ave, Huntington, WV 25701
Time: 9 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Register Now: https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/ev/reg/ua9sbm8
Thursday, April 23
April Business After Hours with DoubleTree by Hilton Huntington
Step into an evening of connection and charm at our upcoming Business After Hours with DoubleTree by Hilton Huntington! Join us from 5–7 p.m. and enjoy an inviting atmosphere perfect for networking and unwinding with fellow professionals.
Come enjoy the beautiful Courtyard that feels like a hidden oasis tucked quietly within the hotel. At its center, a stone fountain murmurs gently as overhead strands of hanging lights are draped from wall to wall. There is a convenient bar located in the heart of the courtyard next to a beautiful tree whose branches drape to form a canopy overhead.
Be sure to stick around for a chance to win the door prize—a complimentary overnight stay paired with dinner for two at our restaurant. Don’t miss this opportunity to connect, relax, and experience one of Huntington’s most unique gathering spaces!
Location: 1001 3rd Ave, Huntington, WV 25701-1505, United States
Time: 5 p.m. to 7 p.m.
Register Now: https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/ev/reg/dfnbst5
Thursday, April 30
2026 Annual Dinner
Lights, Camera, Commerce! Roll out the red carpet for the Huntington Regional Chamber of Commerce’s 2026 Annual Dinner presented by The Thrasher Group on Thursday, April 30, at the Marshall Health Network Arena. Inspired by the glamour of Hollywood, this premier evening will feature meaningful networking, local cuisine, and live entertainment by the Huntington Symphony Orchestra–an elegant night where business and the arts take center stage.
- Check-in and networking will begin at 4:30 p.m., with the program starting at 6:30 p.m.
- A variety of local Chamber member restaurants will provide appetizers, dinner, and desserts.
- Event attire is semi/business formal
As the region’s leading business advocate for 135 years and a partner in economic development, the Huntington Regional Chamber of Commerce is a non-profit organization that promotes a thriving business community in Cabell and Wayne counties by connecting people, places, and resources. The Annual Dinner is the Chamber’s longest-running and largest fundraiser and plays a key role in driving these efforts.
Your support of the 2026 Annual Dinner allows us to further our mission by:
- Connecting Community: Fostering a well-connected and collaborative community of businesses and professionals through networking opportunities, referral systems, sharing and celebrating stories of success, and more.
- Cultivating Growth: Serving and assisting businesses, nonprofit organizations, and entrepreneurs of all sizes and stages to support their growth and development through programming, services, and advocacy.
- Catalyzing Development: Providing educational resources and support to promote learning and innovation across sectors and support workforce development.
Sponsorship Opportunities:
https://business.huntingtonchamber.org/ap/Events/Register/R1Fo8aGSoF0CX
Register Now:
https://business.huntingtonchamber.org/ap/Events/Register/lzFnX1OujC5Cw
Location: One Civic Center Plaza, Huntington, WV 25701
Time: 4:30 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Media are invited to cover these events and encouraged to RSVP to Kaitlyn Fleming, Office and Events Coordinator, by emailing kaitlyn@huntingtonchamber.org. For the most up-to-date listing of Chamber events, visit www.business.huntingtonchamber.org/calendar.
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ABOUT THE HUNTINGTON REGIONAL CHAMBER
As the region’s leading business advocate for more than 130 years and a partner in economic development, the Huntington Regional Chamber of Commerce is a non-profit association that promotes a thriving business community in Cabell and Wayne counties by connecting people, places, and resources. Learn more: www.huntingtonchamber.org