

# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Du Quoin Chamber of Commerce Annual Banquet
- **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 18 Apr, 2026 at 05:30 pm (-05:00)
- **Event Description**: The Du Quoin Chamber of Commerce invites you to join us for our 2025–2026 Annual Awards Banquet — this year with a Kentucky Derby theme!

Get ready for an evening of celebration, community, and Derby-style fun as we recognize the individuals and businesses who help make Du Quoin a stronger community.

During the evening, we will present the following awards:

• Citizen of the Year
• Business of the Year
• Emerging Business of the Year
• Educator of the Year
• President’s Award

Enjoy a night filled with great food, music, community spirit, and a little friendly Derby-style fun. Guests are encouraged to dress in classic Kentucky Derby fashion — hats and headpieces welcome!

🎟 RSVP Here: https://www.chamberorganizer.com/members/evr/reg_main.php?orgcode=DUQU&amp;evid=101235047&amp;fbclid=IwdGRjcAQzw9tleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZAo2NjI4NTY4Mzc5AAEe2cdMp9bcKLvl52zMQ_U3wzd3oMbUSbrgBg6wmlw9k55LsTA2_uZ6EN4u_cs_aem_CcXJqAS70ugIMj_26hEGGQ

Sponsorship opportunities include recognition in the event program, social media, and the opportunity to include promotional items in guest gift bags.

Mint Julep Presenting Sponsor – $1,000 (Exclusive)
Includes premier table seating for 8, prominent logo placement on event promotions and program materials, recognition during the awards presentation, promotional visibility throughout the event, and an opportunity to briefly address attendees.

Here for the Fashion Sponsor – $750
Includes premier table seating for 8, recognition in event promotions and social media, and a half-page advertisement in the event program.

Saddle Up Sponsor – $500
Includes a complimentary table for 8 guests, recognition during the event program, and a quarter-page advertisement in the banquet program.

Off to the Races Sponsor – $250
Includes recognition in Chamber email promotions and event signage, plus participation in our Derby-themed race activities during the event.

Swag Bag Sponsor – $100
Includes recognition in the event program, social media, and the opportunity to include promotional items in guest gift bags.
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/du-quoin/du-quoin-chamber-of-commerce-annual-banquet/200029797385154
- **Event Categories**: kentucky-derby, sports
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 19

## Ticket Details

- **Ticket URL**: https://www.chamberorganizer.com/members/evr/reg_main.php?orgcode=DUQU&evid=101235047&fbclid=IwdGRjcAQzw9tleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZAo2NjI4NTY4Mzc5AAEe2cdMp9bcKLvl52zMQ_U3wzd3oMbUSbrgBg6wmlw9k55LsTA2_uZ6EN4u_cs_aem_CcXJqAS70ugIMj_26hEGGQ&utm_source=AllEvents.in&utm_medium=event-discovery-platform&utm_campaign=du+quoin-events

## Event venue details

- **city**: Du Quoin
- **state**: IL
- **country**: United States
- **location**: Du Quoin Elks Lodge 884
- **lat**: 38.03139
- **long**: -89.24289
- **full address**: Du Quoin Elks Lodge 884, 300 Shagbark Rd,Du Quoin, Illinois, United States

## Event Organizer details

- **affiliate_id**: 2
- **organizer**: DuQuoin Chamber of Commerce (https://allevents.in/org/duquoin-chamber-of-commerce/13930526)

## Event gallery

- **Alt text**: banner
  - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events7/banners/6d85b142f01b6773fa9209ff47892f677c9b0cb429e2fda7015cdaf538381115-rimg-w1200-h800-dc600204-gmir?v=1774697321
- **Alt text**: thumbnail
  - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events7/banners/cf11f6fee3b86ff3d5b6e1d5565764396b3a89411621de70d745fcfcf7fb27ad-rimg-w300-h300-dcbe0614-gmir?v=1774697322

## FAQs

- **Q**: When is the event happening?
  - **A:** Sat, 18 Apr, 2026 at 05:30 pm (-05:00)
- **Q**: Where is the event happening?
  - **A:** Du Quoin Elks Lodge 884, 300 Shagbark Rd,Du Quoin, Illinois, United States
- **Q**: Who is organizing the event?
  - **A:** DuQuoin Chamber of Commerce
- **Q**: What type of event is this?
  - **A:** kentucky-derby, sports
- **Q**: Where can I find ticket details about Du Quoin Chamber of Commerce Annual Banquet ?
  - **A:** You can find ticket details about this event on AllEvents.

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