Events Overview

Please note that registrations generally open 2-3 months prior to the event. Visit the Events Calendar for more information about a particular event or to register.

Professional Development    

• GovCONnections Luncheons – The Dulles Regional Chamber of Commerce (DRCC) serves one of the nation’s foremost high-tech corridors and acts as a resource for more than 1,000 business members in Western Fairfax and Eastern Loudoun County. Many of our programs deal with workforce issues.

Government contractors provide critical jobs for many of our fellow citizens. However, the seasoned but smaller among them tend to be underserved. To address the needs of growing government contractors, the DRCC is launching a focused effort to better support this important group through networking, workforce development, outreach and advocacy.

In 2011, the DRCC will be hosting its second series of programs addressing the challenges facing this segment. If you would like to learn more about the DRCC and these programs, then GovCONnections is the event for you!

• Chamber 101 – Luncheon program that presents the many benefits and programs of the chamber to new and prospective members. Fourth Wednesday of each month.
• Chamber 102 – This event is held quarterly and designed to assist members to take full advantage of their FREE or upgraded DRCC website Directory. We will also address the benefits of, how to use the Member Forum (available in the summer of 2011) and Member News.
  

Networking

• Mixer – Monthly after-hours networking sessions hosted at various chamber members’ offices. 4th Thursday of the month; except in November and December when they are held on the 3rd Thursday of the month.
• Business and Bagels -  Dynamic monthly breakfast networking. Second Friday of the month, 7:45 am. Pre-Registered: Members $15, Non-Members $25; At Door Members $20, Non-Members $30.
• Newsmaker Luncheons – Networking and luncheon with major speaker addressing topic of interest to businesses.
• Lunch and Learn - Our Chamber's Business Coaches have agreed to provide a complimentary consultation to Chamber members. In addition, in subsequent programs they will each present details and tips in their specialty area. A new offering for our business community to help you retool and be competitive! Third Friday of the month, 11:45 am - 1:15 pm. At our Chantilly office located at 3901 Centerview Drive, Suite S, Chantilly, VA
• Awards Gala – Winter gala honoring businesses that have achieved extraordinary excellence. An opportunity to get all decked out, participate in a silent auction, dance the night away, and network. all in an elegant gala environment.
• Women’s Leadership Circle – Various functions throughout the year staged as women’s networking events.
• Hispanic Business Reception –  A multi-cultural celebration, each year with a different Hispanic theme, featuring Latino business leaders, ethnic cuisine and entertainment. This event occurs in the fall.
• Grand Openings – As they are announced, members are encouraged and welcome to attend.

Workforce

• Student Job Fair – Vent matching businesses and area high school and college students seeking summer, part-time, full-time employ and internships. For more information, contact us at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it
• Ethics Day – Day-long session with students of area high schools with ethical behavior discussions for both workforce and personal life. Held the Monday of Thanksgiving week.

Community Events

• Friday  Night Live! – Summer series of free concerts on the Herndon Town Green, May through August each Friday night (except the week of Herndon Festival). For more information, visit www.herndonrocks.com
• Holiday Sing - Along and Christmas Tree Lighting –  Annual event held the first Saturday in December at dusk in front of the Herndon Old Town Hall.
• Asian Festival – Two day event in high summer featuring exhibits, cuisines and performances by 13 Asian nations.

Sporting Events

• Herndon Festival Golf Tournament – A perennial favorite, played the Thursday that signals the opening of the Herndon Festival. Captain’s Choice format, lunch, dinner and beverage carts. Played at the Herndon Centennial Course.
• Skeet, Scotch & Cigars – A country outing for business executives, including team clay shooting with instructor guidance as needed, lessons with skeet, followed by an evening of heavy hors d’oeuvres with your favorite scotch and cigars.