Wadena Area Chamber of Commerce

Magnifi Financial and Wadena Area Chamber of Commerce are once again partnering to offer another FREE training for local and area businesses: "Conflict & Communication: Tools for Leaders or Employees" on Thursday, Nov. 21 from 11:30 AM - 12:45 PM (box lunch included!) at Wadena Deer Creek High School 's Robertson Theatre. RSVP is required by Nov. 14 to: chamber@wadenacoc.com or (218) 632-7704.

Wadena Area Youth Hockey is offering a FREE DAY of hockey to any youth who wants to try this sport on Nov. 2 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Wadena Hockey Rink. Equipment provided for use at the event. But you must pre-register your child at www.wadena-hockey.com. Any questions, contact Phil Schmidt at (218) 639-4199 or pbschmidt008@gmail.com.

An excellent opportunity to connect with Sen. Utke, Rep. Wiener, Rep. Knudsen and Minnesota Chamber of Commerce on issues affecting us locally and the area. Join us for “Conversation with Legislators” on Oct. 17 at The Wadena Depot. NEW this year — enjoy brunch starting at 10am, followed by the conversation at 11am.

If you enjoy heart-pounding runs and racing through obstacles, then the Zombie Almost 5K Fun Run is for you! Gather your friends and family to experience the thrill of running an almost 5K [2.7 miles] at Black's Grove. This is not a timed event and all runners will receive a medal at the finish line. Will yours say "Survivor" or "Infected?" The race is on, and there's no telling what you might encounter! To register, go to: https://forms.gle/cQQBzDMHte3WS6Lj8

Chili season is upon us‼️ Who's ready for the Wadena Area Chamber's annual 🌶CHILI COOK OFF🌶 on Thursday, Sept. 26 from 4 to 6 p.m. in downtown Wadena⁉️ The public ais welcome to sample and vote for their favorite chili. Last year's "People's Choice" Chili Champion was the Wadena Elks Lodge #2386. Will they repeat? Or will we crown a new CHAMPION?! To enter your team, business, nonprofit, civic organization or school, go to: https://forms.gle/DXW8KaNJXr1Ezg2M9

Salsa Fest celebrates all things salsa! A free and family-friendly event, enjoy a farmer and artisan market, live music and dancing, kids’ crafts, food vendors, and more. NEW, EXPANDED hours too -- 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. in Burlington Northern Park in Wadena. See you on Saturday, Sept. 21 at Burlington Northern Park!

Just a few days until the 🎉B-I-G🎉 Wadena Veterans Park Fundraiser! Help them raise dollars to continue to make Wadena's Veterans Park a place to educate youth, honor veterans and attract visitors. Please support this awesome event on Friday, Sept. 20 at Wadena VFW. 🇺🇸 🇺🇸 🇺🇸 #supportourveteranspark

🎉MARK YOUR CALENDARS🎉 for June Jubilee on June 7 and 8, 2024 at Burlington Northern Park in downtown Wadena! June Jubilee will feature ... arts and marketplace expo, youth fishing tournament, kiddie carnival, car show, bean bag tournament, food trucks, beer garden, kiddie parade, Saturday's grand parade and so much more!😎 Look for a few NEW additions too! FYI ... Citywide garage sales are June 6-7-8. See YOU in Wadena for the KICK OFF to summer, June 7-8‼️

DID YOU KNOW … The Wadena Depot is available to rent for meetings, events, family gatherings, birthday parties, wedding receptions or graduation open houses? Call the Wadena Area Chamber at (218) 632-7704 or chamber@wadenacoc.com.

Don’t let the COLD 🥶 stop you from the HOT & CRAZY DEALS in Wadena the last week of January (Jan. 29-Feb. 3)! In addition to CRAZY DEALS, if you spend a total of $50 (increments of $5) at any Wadena businesses, win a chance at awesome prizes: 🔹 2 Kenny Chesney tickets (May 4 at US Bank Stadium) 🔹 2 MN Twins tickets 🔹 4-pack Mall of America "Nickelodeon Universe" passes 🔹 $150 Wadena Chamber Bucks

Let’s have a Dance Party‼️😊 #shoplocal #shopeatplayinWadena

Wadena Area Chamber of Commerce is excited to host an evening of tasting wine, craft beer, spirits, decadent sweets, cheeses, and a fabulous silent basket auction on Saturday, Feb. 10 at The Wadena Depot.