Mark your calendars! The East Peoria Chamber of Commerce invites you to our Annual Dinner on Wednesday, January 29 at the Par-A-Dice Hotel, and trust us—you won’t want to miss it.

This isn’t just a dinner. It’s a celebration of everything we’ve accomplished together over the past year. From new business openings to community-wide events, we’ll take a look back at the moments that made 2025 memorable for East Peoria.

We’re thrilled to announce our guest speaker for the evening: James Shadid, President of Bradley University. With deep roots in Central Illinois and a passion for education, leadership, and community development, President Shadid brings a unique perspective on how local partnerships can shape the future of our region.

The Annual Dinner is also our chance to shine a spotlight on the people and businesses that make East Peoria thrive. We’ll be presenting several awards, including:

• East Peoria Citizen of the Year
• Small Business of the Year
• Business of the Year
• Ambassador of the Year
• Green Company of the Year
• Friend of the Community

Whether you’re a longtime Chamber member, a new business owner, or simply someone who loves this city, this event is a great way to connect, celebrate, and look ahead to what’s next.

Ticket details will be announced soon, so stay tuned! In the meantime, go ahead and block off January 29 on your calendar. We can’t wait to celebrate with you.

For questions or early interest, feel free to contact the Chamber office or visit epcc.org.

Let’s raise a glass to East Peoria—past, present, and future!