Shenandoah County Chamber of Commerce upcoming events

Nominations for 2026 Businesses of the Year (3 Nov 2026)

Tue, 03 Nov 2026 17:00:00 GMT

Nominations are now open for the 2026 Awards of Excellence

Nominations Due 12/1/26

Businesses are nominated by Chamber members.

2026 has been full of growth, accomplishments, and people making great things happen across Shenandoah County! Now it’s time to shine a spotlight on the businesses, leaders, and individuals who are raising the bar and making a difference.

The Chamber is excited to celebrate the best of our business community, and we need YOUR help! We invite you to nominate the outstanding Chamber businesses and individuals who have gone above and beyond, made a lasting impact, and helped make Shenandoah County a great place to live, work, and do business.

Nominations are due to the Chamber by Dec. 1st.

The Top Nominees in each category will be announced live on the Chamber's Facebook page on Monday, Dec. 7th. The community will then vote for the winner in each category.

The Award of Excellence winners will be recognized during the Chamber’s Annual Awards Party on January 21 at The Yellow Barn. Everyone is welcome to attend!

AWARD CATEGORIES

Non Profit Award of Excellence

This award recognizes and celebrates an exceptional nonprofit organization providing outstanding support of the community's needs and is a well-managed organization that delivers essential programs and/or services to serve the Shenandoah County community.

Award Criteria

Nonprofit has an official IRS designation as a 501(c)3 entity or be a donor directed fund of a community foundation.
Located in, or serving the residents of, Shenandoah County
Is a member in good standing of the Shenandoah County Chamber of Commerce
Completed a full year of operation prior to Jan 1, 2026

Young Professional Award of Excellence

This award recognizes and celebrates exceptional young professionals in Shenandoah County.

Award Criteria

1. Nominee must be under 40 years old.
2. Nominee must either live or work in Shenandoah County.
3. Nominee must be employed by a member in good standing of the Shenandoah County Chamber of Commerce.
4. Nominee must demonstrate the following:

• At least three years of professional work experience (in or outside of the County)
• Excellence, creativity and initiative in their company or profession
• Valuable service to the community by contributing time and energy to improve the quality of life for others

Tourism Award of Excellence

This award recognizes excellence in the tourism business. This business contributes to the economic vitality of the County through innovative, ethical business practices, professionalism and strong community involvement. This is a business who has made a significant contribution to the success of the County's tourism industry.

Award criteria:

Is a Shenandoah County business
Is a member in good standing of the Shenandoah County Chamber of Commerce
Has been in business for three years or longer

Home Based Business Award of Excellence

This award recognizes excellence in business. The Award is reserved for businesses that are based entirely out of the owner’s home. Businesses that make use of co-working or shared work space on a part-time basis are eligible. All types of businesses qualify for this category.

Award criteria:

Is a Shenandoah County business
Is a member in good standing of the Shenandoah County Chamber of Commerce
Completed a full year of operation prior to Jan 1, 2026

Small Business Award of Excellence

This award recognizes excellence in business. This business contributes to the economic vitality and quality of life in the County through innovative, ethical business practices, professionalism and strong community involvement. This is a business who has made a significant contribution to the success of their business and our community.

Award criteria:

Is a Shenandoah County business with 50 or fewer employees
Is a member in good standing of the Shenandoah County Chamber of Commerce
Has been in business for three years or longer

Large Business Award of Excellence

Award criteria:

Is a Shenandoah County business with 51 or more employees
Is a member in good standing of the Shenandoah County Chamber of Commerce
Has been in business for three years or longer

Tracey Jenkins Volunteer of the Year Award

Named in loving memory of Tracey Jenkins, the Chamber’s first Volunteer of the Year recipient in 2023, this award honors her remarkable spirit of kindness, generosity, and service. Tracey proudly served as a Chamber Board Member, Lead Share Chair, and Ambassador Chair, and brought enthusiasm and heart to everything she did, especially welcoming new businesses through ribbon cuttings.

This award recognizes an individual who embodies Tracey’s legacy by giving selflessly, serving with grace and humility, going above and beyond, and making a meaningful difference in the Chamber and our community. It celebrates those who lead with kindness, lift others up, and share their own version of Love & Light.

Citizen of the Year

This award recognizes outstanding citizen contributions to Shenandoah County.

Award criteria:

Has shown extraordinary leadership in our community through professional practice and community service
Inspires others to collaborate, innovate, and advocate for a thriving community
Lives or lived in Shenandoah County

Selection Process

The selection committee evaluates your nomination SOLELY on the information you provide.

Your answers to the questions are strictly confidential and the supporting materials along with any presentations you provide are critical to the evaluation process.

Please include a good description along with a picture, video, or any other items that help represent the business (mail or drop off). These allow our selection committee to properly understand the business and the impact they make on the Shenandoah County community. Please keep all video content under 2 minutes in length.

Online applications and printed materials are due no later than Dec 1, 2026.

Business After Hours at Triplett Tech (10 Nov 2026)

Tue, 10 Nov 2026 22:00:00 GMT

Woodstock Library Chess Club (11 Nov 2026)

Wed, 11 Nov 2026 18:00:00 GMT

Nonprofit Council November meeting (12 Nov 2026)

Thu, 12 Nov 2026 17:00:00 GMT

Thursday, November 12, 2026

Location: Chamber Office

12:00 PM

Agenda:

Welcome and Introductions

Presentation: CarePortal

Presenter: Beth DeLullo, Executive Director, Shenandoah County Dept of Social Services

#GivingTuesday

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Ingrid Thompson, Nonprofit Council Chair

Canva World Tour (12 Nov 2026)

Thu, 12 Nov 2026 22:30:00 GMT

When: Thursday, Nov 12

Where: Laurel Ridge Community College, Fauquier Campus

Time: 5:30-8pm

Chamber Going to Ireland in March 2027 (13 Nov 2026)

Fri, 13 Nov 2026 05:00:00 GMT

JOIN US FOR ANOTHER TRIP OF A LIFETIME

Depart for Ireland on March 11, 2027

Click Here to Download Details/Reservation Form

*A $400 deposit to reserve your spot and receive the $100 savings is due by Sept. 30, 2026. Reservations are welcome through November, or until the trip is full.

November Music Line Up at Box Office Brewery (13 Nov 2026)

Fri, 13 Nov 2026 05:00:00 GMT

Honey Tasting at Shenandoah Bee Supply (14 Nov 2026)

Sat, 14 Nov 2026 14:00:00 GMT

Shenandoah Uncorked (14 Nov 2026)

Sat, 14 Nov 2026 16:00:00 GMT

Woodstock Library Baby Song & Rhyme (16 Nov 2026)

Mon, 16 Nov 2026 15:30:00 GMT

Woodstock Library Lego Creators and Builders (16 Nov 2026)

Mon, 16 Nov 2026 21:30:00 GMT

Japanese Milk Bread Class (17 Nov 2026)

Tue, 17 Nov 2026 15:00:00 GMT

Japanese Milk Bread

Would you like to produce a pillowy soft interior texture with a chewy exterior bread? Best of all, this style of bread will hold its flavor and freshness 3-5 days longer than traditional bread recipes! Then this class is for you.
Each of you will make a pan of Honey Bun rolls using a technique of making a tangzhong and incorporating in the bread dough when mixing.While our bread rises and bakes, I will introduce you to how to shape and bake Japanese Milk Bread loaves, Tiger Bread, and Pumpkin Milk Bread rolls. You will love baking and sharing bread for friends and family over the coming holidays.

Plan to pay by cash, check or Venmo at the door. If you prefer to pay by credit card, let Bev know and she will send you a link in advance.

Tuesday, November 17 @10:00 am
Cost: $75 per person

Please reach out to Bev Butterfield to register!

Popcorn Purchases Support #GivingTuesday fundraiser (19 Nov 2026)

Thu, 19 Nov 2026 14:00:00 GMT

Atypical Book Club at the Woodstock Library (19 Nov 2026)

Thu, 19 Nov 2026 19:00:00 GMT

The Nourished Table- Hosted by Dr. Emily Chan (19 Nov 2026)

Thu, 19 Nov 2026 23:00:00 GMT

2026 Women's Leadership Symposium (20 Nov 2026)

Fri, 20 Nov 2026 13:30:00 GMT

Empty Bowl Soup Supper (20 Nov 2026)

Fri, 20 Nov 2026 22:30:00 GMT

The Best Christmas Pageant Ever at Theatre Shenandoah (20 Nov 2026)

Sat, 21 Nov 2026 00:30:00 GMT

Family Promise Turkey Trot (21 Nov 2026)

Sat, 21 Nov 2026 14:00:00 GMT

More information on our website Shenandoah County Family Promise

Triplett Tech Career Fair (23 Nov 2026)

Mon, 23 Nov 2026 14:00:00 GMT

Giving Tree at Shenandoah County Social Services (27 Nov 2026)

Fri, 27 Nov 2026 13:00:00 GMT

Strasburg Emporium Upcoming Events (28 Nov 2026)

Sat, 28 Nov 2026 05:00:00 GMT

Star In the Valley Christmas Market (28 Nov 2026)

Sat, 28 Nov 2026 16:00:00 GMT

Star in the Valley’s Eighth Annual Christmas Market returns for 2026 on Small Business Saturday, November 28, 2026. Kick off the holiday season with festive cheer, cozy winterdrinks, live entertainment, and a curated lineup of upscale vendors offering unique gifts from small businesses.

The market begins at 11 AM and runs until 4 PM, featuring over two dozen local and regional vendors with handcrafted goods, specialty foods, and one-of-a-kind holiday finds. Throughout the day, the winery will be serving seasonal favorites like mulled wine, along with a special “Christmas in Europe” drink tour - a festive tasting experience inspired by traditional holiday beverages from European Christmas markets.

After the market concludes, the celebration continues at the winery until 8 PM, with wine, warm drinks, music, and a relaxed holiday atmosphere perfect for gathering with friends and family.

No tickets or reservations are required - just come ready to enjoy the season.

Interested in being a vendor? Please submit your contact information at: starinthevalley.com/christmasmarket

Star in the Valley is located at 33 Amos Lane, Strasburg, Virginia. To learn more about Star in the Valley, visit us online at starinthevalley.com

#GivingTuesday A Day of Community Giving (1 Dec 2026)

Tue, 01 Dec 2026 12:00:00 GMT

Consider donating to help a cause that matters to you!

Plus, your Gift on #GivingTuesday goes further thanks to matching funds from the:

Click on a Nonprofit Below to make a donation

Blue Ridge CASA for Children

Caroline Furnace Lutheran Camp & Retreat Center

Cars Changing Lives

Ferst Readers

Friends of the North Fork of the Shenandoah River

Humane Society of Shenandoah County

Seniors First

Shenandoah Alliance for Shelter

Shenandoah Community Health Clinic

Shenandoah County Pregnancy Center

Shenandoah County SEARCH

Shenandoah County Weekday Religious Education Association

Shenandoah County Young Life

Shenandoah Education Foundation

Shenandoah Valley Local Ministries

Shenandoah Valley Music Festival

Shen-Paco Industries

Sustainability Matters

Wild Child: Museum & Menagerie

Woodstock Fire Department

Shen-Paco Industries

Blue Ridge CASA

James River Home Health & Hospice Winchester Open House (3 Dec 2026)

Thu, 03 Dec 2026 21:00:00 GMT

Light Up Woodstock Christmas Parade (4 Dec 2026)

Fri, 04 Dec 2026 23:30:00 GMT

Parade Details

Friday, Dec 4, 2026

Parade Time

Parade Line Up begins at 5:00pm

Parade begins at 6:30pm

Parade Location

Main Street in Woodstock beginning at Kingree Drive and ends at Spring Street

No on-street parking on Main Street/Route 11 beginning at 3:30 pm. Cars may be towed if not moved by 4 pm.
No traffic on Main Street/Route 11 after 6 pm until the parade ends.

2026 Woodstock Parade Rules and Code of Conduct

2026 Woodstock Parade Accident Waiver and Release

2026 Line-Up

All parade entrants must enter the County Government parking lot (off of Water Street) to stage in that lot facing the bus garage. Line up begins at 5pm. NO LINE-UP PERMITTED ON WATER STREET
Parade entrants will be directed from the Government Center lot to Kingree Drive.
There will be no parade parking or set up in the Woodstock Shopping Center parking lot
Only up to 2 units per participating organization/business are permitted. (Additional units are no longer allowed due to time limitations)
Only one (1) 18-wheeler per org/business will be permitted and it must be fully decorated (running lights do not count as decorated)
Parade participants are required to register and you will receive an email confirmation about your participation in the parade.
Parade order is on a first come, first march basis. End of parade will be at Spring St.

Entertainment Schedule

5:30 pm - Children's Choirs on Circuit Court House stairs
6:30 pm - Parade Begins*
6:45 pm - Tree Lighting with Mayor McCleary and
special guest.

Shop local this holiday season!

2026 Strasburg Christmas Parade (5 Dec 2026)

Sat, 05 Dec 2026 21:30:00 GMT

2026 Christmas Parade Procedures

1. Line-up begins at 3:30PM and ends at 4:15PM

2. Parade begins at 4:30PM on the corner of Capon/King Streets

3. Please enter onto Ash Street to continue to your designated stage

4. Volunteers will be wearing purple Santa hats and reflective vests

5. All entries must be decorated with a holiday theme

6. State law prohibits anything being thrown from any parade entry (Promotional materials, candy, flyers, etc. must only be handed out)

7. Participants are responsible for their own litter and animal droppings.

8. Open fires or flames are not permitted by order of the Fire Marshal.

9. Exhibitions of speed, reckless driving, ‘wheelies’, etc. are prohibited

10. Please refrain from including a Santa in your entry

11. Entries are required to display the business or organization name

12. An adult must be present with children on floats or walking units.

13. Units are required to continue moving and maintain the flow of the parade

14. All parade entries must remain in parade route until the intersection of King/Massanutten

15. Alcohol and smoking are prohibited on any parade entry.

16. The parade is a family-friendly event for all ages. All costumes, outfits, behavior, attitude, language, and dance moves must be appropriate for a young audience.

17. This event is rain or shine! If interstate traffic is forced to interfere with the parade route, then the parade route will be shifted to Queen Street. Line-up will remain the same.

18. Consideration for participation in future Christmas parades will be based on your compliance with parade procedures.

Questions?

Please contact Strasburg Business Alliance Parade Chairman, Marty White, at strasburgchristmasparade@gmail.com

Small Town Christmas - Toms Brook Christmas Parade (6 Dec 2026)

Sun, 06 Dec 2026 21:30:00 GMT

Nonprofit Council December meeting at BAH (8 Dec 2026)

Tue, 08 Dec 2026 22:00:00 GMT

Tuesday, December 8, 2026

Location: Cave Ridge Vineyard

1476 Conicville Rd, Mt. Jackson

5:00 - 6:30pm

#GivingTuesday checks presented during the Business After Hours

Ingrid Thompson, Nonprofit Council Chair

Business After Hours at Cave Ridge Vineyard (8 Dec 2026)

Tue, 08 Dec 2026 22:00:00 GMT

✨ Celebrate the Season with Us! ✨

The Chamber’s Nonprofit Council is excited to host our December Business After Hours!

Join fellow business and community leaders for an evening of networking, holiday entertainment, and festive cheer as we celebrate the spirit of giving across Shenandoah County. You'll also help us recognize the organizations making a lasting impact in ShenCo, including the presentation of #GivingTuesday matching-check donations by the Shenandoah Community Foundation.

Make valuable connections, support our local nonprofit community, and enjoy a memorable holiday gathering.

We look forward to celebrating with you!

Young Entrepreneurs of ShenCo Holiday Pop-Up Market (12 Dec 2026)

Sat, 12 Dec 2026 15:00:00 GMT

College & Career Scholarship Fair (10 Feb 2027)

Wed, 10 Feb 2027 22:00:00 GMT

Chamber Trip to Northern Italy in Oct 2027 (20 Oct 2027)

Wed, 20 Oct 2027 04:00:00 GMT

The Chamber is headed to Italy in October of 2027!

We'd love to have you join us!

Shenandoah County Chamber of Commerce upcoming events

Nominations for 2026 Businesses of the Year (3 Nov 2026)

Business After Hours at Triplett Tech (10 Nov 2026)

Woodstock Library Chess Club (11 Nov 2026)

Nonprofit Council November meeting (12 Nov 2026)

Canva World Tour (12 Nov 2026)

Chamber Going to Ireland in March 2027 (13 Nov 2026)

November Music Line Up at Box Office Brewery (13 Nov 2026)

Honey Tasting at Shenandoah Bee Supply (14 Nov 2026)

Shenandoah Uncorked (14 Nov 2026)

Woodstock Library Baby Song & Rhyme (16 Nov 2026)

Woodstock Library Lego Creators and Builders (16 Nov 2026)

Japanese Milk Bread Class (17 Nov 2026)

Japanese Milk Bread

Plan to pay by cash, check or Venmo at the door. If you prefer to pay by credit card, let Bev know and she will send you a link in advance.

Tuesday, November 17 @10:00 am Cost: $75 per person

Popcorn Purchases Support #GivingTuesday fundraiser (19 Nov 2026)

Atypical Book Club at the Woodstock Library (19 Nov 2026)

The Nourished Table- Hosted by Dr. Emily Chan (19 Nov 2026)

2026 Women's Leadership Symposium (20 Nov 2026)

Empty Bowl Soup Supper (20 Nov 2026)

The Best Christmas Pageant Ever at Theatre Shenandoah (20 Nov 2026)

Family Promise Turkey Trot (21 Nov 2026)

Triplett Tech Career Fair (23 Nov 2026)

Giving Tree at Shenandoah County Social Services (27 Nov 2026)

Strasburg Emporium Upcoming Events (28 Nov 2026)

Star In the Valley Christmas Market (28 Nov 2026)

#GivingTuesday A Day of Community Giving (1 Dec 2026)

James River Home Health & Hospice Winchester Open House (3 Dec 2026)

Light Up Woodstock Christmas Parade (4 Dec 2026)

Entertainment Schedule

2026 Strasburg Christmas Parade (5 Dec 2026)

Small Town Christmas - Toms Brook Christmas Parade (6 Dec 2026)

Nonprofit Council December meeting at BAH (8 Dec 2026)

Business After Hours at Cave Ridge Vineyard (8 Dec 2026)

Young Entrepreneurs of ShenCo Holiday Pop-Up Market (12 Dec 2026)

College & Career Scholarship Fair (10 Feb 2027)

Chamber Trip to Northern Italy in Oct 2027 (20 Oct 2027)

Tuesday, November 17 @10:00 am
Cost: $75 per person