The Hillsboro Chamber Annual Dinner & Awards 2026

Join an annual tradition in Hillsboro.
The Hillsboro Chamber of Commerce proudly invites businesses, leaders, local organizations and the community to our annual Dinner and Award Celebration on Thursday, March 19th 2026 from 6-8 pm at the Hill County Fairgrounds Exhibits Building in Hillsboro, Texas.

Sponsorships, Tables, Individual Tickets and Award Nominations are now open. 
Nominations for the awards will be received until February 21st 2026.



Chamber membership is not a requirement to attend the dinner, which follows an annual tradition of the following programming:

Cocktail reception with time to mingle
Call to be seated
Dinner Service Begins
Chamber and presenting sponsor welcome and opening remarks
Annual Update from the Chamber
Addresses from:
    Hillsboro City Manager Megan Henderson
    Hill County Judge Shane Brassell
    Hillsboro Economic Development Director Jessica Trew
    State Representative Angelia Orr
    State Senator Brian Birdwell
    and this year, and address by US Chamber of Commerce Board Chair, Ross Perot Jr.

The Award Presentation will then be presented for:
    Local Business of the Year
    Regional Business of the Year
    Agricultural Business of the Year
    Citizen of the Year
    2026 Chamber Hall of Fame Inductee

We welcome early RSVP's to dinner attendance and sponsorships.
Pleaee call 254-582-2481 or email memberservices@hillsborochamber.org if you have questions or need planning assistance.



Other Information

• The evening typically has 330+ attendees
• Complimentary beverages will be available when you arrive
• Cuisine is typically salad course, Italian main course, then dessert 
• You may bring wine, beer and other beverages to have when seated at your table.
• Out of respect for our attendees, the order of program is kept on the timeline, promptly ending at 8 pm.  
• You are welcome to stay after the dinner close to greet award winners, speakers, and attendees.