Calendar of Events

All year, the Boone County Chamber works to drive foot traffic to our independently-owned retail stores and eateries in the region with promotion and retail events.

In November and December, we're in OVERDRIVE and for the 2nd year in a row, and in collaboration with KWBG, we are coordinating our Holiday BINGO program to promote you, get new and loved customers in your doors and offer a fun way to engage our community in our local economy during this pivitol season. 

Here are the details: 

- The Boone County Chamber will design a full-color BINGO card featuring 24 spots for local logos.

-  Print and distribute 3000+ cards (plus stickers for your square!) to popular points like local gas stations and hotels, as well as the participating buisnesses. Cards will be disseminated just in time for Small Business Saturday and be available until the end of the year.

- Provide advertising in all our print, social media, newsletter (and now radio!) platforms to each business! Promotion goes from Nov. 30th (Small Business Saturday) until the end of 2024.

Also- it's easy for the community to participate with you! While experiencing participating stores, folks get stickers/ stamps on their BINGO card. Those that get 5 stickers in a row will be in the running for prizes- those who get a blackout will be in the running for $100 Chamber Gift Check!

Best part- it's easy for you to participate too! Be a BINGO card participant for only $25 (to help us cover printing costs), and provide a giveaway item worth $25 or more.

Sign up today to be a BINGO participant! Call Jennifer at 515-432-3342 with any questions in the meantime--

THANK YOU for being a proud chamber member and thanks for all you do to serve our community this season-- and every season!

Get ready to don your finest Derby attire and join us for Boone County Hospital Foundation’s 2024 Harvest Festival—"Derby Days!" Set against the beautiful backdrop of the 1868 Farmhouse in Boone, IA, this Kentucky Derby-themed event is sure to be an unforgettable evening of fun, elegance, and Southern charm.

Event Highlights:

• Southern-Inspired Cuisine: Delight your taste buds with a gourmet menu featuring Brown Sugar BBQ Chicken, savory Bourbon Meatballs, and all the classic fixings.
• Derby Fashion: Whether you choose to wear your boldest Derby hat, your sharpest bowtie, or a classic Kentucky Derby-inspired outfit, you’ll fit right in with the night’s fashionable fun. (Dress to the theme if you like, but it’s not required!)
• Live Auction: Bid on incredible items like luxury vacations, VIP experiences, and more. Proceeds go toward supporting Boone County Hospital Foundation.
• Run for the Roses Raffle: Win big with a chance to grab a great raffle prize.
• Derby Draw: Put your luck to the test with fun Derby-themed games and surprises throughout the night.

Fundraising for a Cause:

Your attendance and participation at "Derby Days" will support the Boone County Hospital Foundation’s mission of enhancing hospital services, programs, and equipment that benefit the entire Boone community.

Tickets & Add-Ons:

• Event Tickets: $100 per person (required for entry)
• Table Reservation: +$200 (seats 8)
• VIP Experience: +$400
  • (includes: table reservation, VIP check-in, eight drink tickets, first in line for dinner)
  • Get your VIP Experience purchased early - there are only 8 VIP Tables available!

Let’s Celebrate Derby-Style!

So grab your big hat, shine up your shoes, and join us for a night of excitement, Southern hospitality, and philanthropy at the "Derby Days" Harvest Festival. It’s going to be a night to remember, and we can’t wait to see you there! Visit www.boonehospital.com/foundation/events/hf to purchase tickets or make a donation.

looking for a nice holiday photo? Join Mrs Slobberworth's & the local Spotted Dot Photography for $10+tx all proceeds go to the photographer.

Enter a magical holiday scene and receive a professional photo! Plus Santa's elves will be there! Bring your dog along for the shoot too! No dog no problem - humans can still come anyways!

Register online!  

The Madrid Fall Harvest Market is an opportunity to shop locally produced food items + take advantage of local business fall specials! There will be a farmers market style event at Aspen Grove, with local food producers selling honey; local beef, pork, and cheeses; fresh flowers; raw milk, cream, yogurt, eggs, and granola; and sourdough goods! This is a perfect jump start on those Thanksgiving meal preparations!

Walk the streets of uptown Madrid and visit other local businesses for Fall Harvest specials. Cup of Joy will have fall drink specials, Rae Lane Permanent Jewelry will be taking walk-in appointments, and Sisters in Cheese will be extending their Saturday hours to offer gourmet grilled cheeses and fall soups! 

Enjoy a magical and snowy photo experience inside of a snow globe! You will get to play, laugh and catch snowflakes! Photos will be taken inside the snowy globe and outside as well. Santa will be there one day to interact with you and your family throughout your entire session! What you get: 20 minute experience Private online proofing gallery 10 professionally edited digital images with print release with option to purchase additional images Due to the construction of the snow globe, no pets or sharp accessories/rough edged shoes are allowed for this event.

Must pre-book online at https://www.melissabellphoto.com/christmasminisessions/