2026 Annual Dinner Meeting & Celebration of the Citizen of the Year and Unsung Heroes
2026-03-19 17:30 - 19:30 (America/New_York) | The Club at New Seabury, 95 Shore Drive West, Mashpee, 02649, United States
Join us for the 2026 Annual Meeting at The Club at New Seabury! The 2026 Annual Meeting will be held on Thursday, March 19, 2025 from 5:30pm – 7:30pm at The Club at New Seabury. During this event, we will honor local residents by awarding the 2026 Citizen of the Year and Mashpee Unsung Heroes Awards.
If you know someone who should be recognized for either of these awards, please submit our nomination form below by February 13, 2026.

Evening Networking at Woodruff's Art Center
2026-03-25 17:30 - 19:00 | Woodruff’s Art Center, 1 Market St, Mashpee, 02649, United States
Join us on Wednesday, March 25 for some Business After Hours networking fun at Woodruff’s Art Center. Open to all!

Good Morning Networking at Salty Broad Studios
2026-03-27 08:00 - 09:00

Travel & Tourism Industry Forum 2026
2026-03-31 09:30 - 12:00 | Margaritaville Resort Cape Cod, 1225 Iyannough Rd, Hyannis, MA, 02601, United States
Due to the February blizzard that forced us to cancel the original event, the Cape Cod Travel and Tourism Forum has been rescheduled to March 31.
If you previously purchased a ticket, you will be automatically registered for the new date—no action needed on your part.
Registration is now open for anyone who would like to attend. We look forward to seeing you there!
The 2026 Travel & Tourism Industry Forum brings together leaders, innovators, and stakeholders from across Cape Cod to discuss trends, share strategies, and shape the future of our region’s tourism economy.
2026 Travel & Tourism Industry Forum: A Critical Conversation
The 2026 Travel and Tourism Industry Forum will feature a robust agenda, including remarks from Paul Niedzwiecki, CEO of the Cape Cod Chamber, who will delve into why Cape Cod deserves a fair and equitable share of state tourism dollars.
This is an important day of insight, collaboration, and advocacy for our industry. Read more in the February edition of The Cape Cod Chamber Collective CEO’s Corner

Cape & Islands Legislative Breakfast
2026-04-10 08:30 - 10:30 | DoubleTree by Hilton Cape Cod-Hyannis,, 287 Iyannough Rd, Hyannis, 02601, United States
The Cape Cod Chamber Legislative Breakfast brings business leaders and policymakers together for focused discussion on the issues affecting our regional economy. Designed to elevate the voice of Cape Cod’s business community in the legislative and regulatory process, the Legislative Breakfast provides a forum for timely policy updates and direct dialogue with elected officials.
The Legislative Breakfast event is one component of the Cape Cod Chamber’s broader, ongoing work to advocate for regional business priorities at the local, state, and federal levels of government.
Support the Cape Cod Legislative Breakfast as a Sponsor. Learn more
Thank you to our sponsors:
WAVE MAKER SPONSOR

SKYLINE SPONSORS

Cape Cod Canal Region Chamber of Commerce & Boutique on the Buy Way Host Evening Business Connections Networking Event
2026-04-22 16:30 - 18:30
Falmouth, MA – March 16, 2026 — The Cape Cod Canal Region Chamber of Commerce and Boutique on the Buy Way invite local professionals, entrepreneurs, and community members to an early evening Business Connections Networking Event on Wednesday, April 22, 2026, from 4:30 PM to 6:30 PM at Boutique on the Buy Way, 47 North Main Street, Falmouth.
This engaging after-hours event offers a relaxed and welcoming environment to build new relationships, strengthen existing partnerships, and connect with fellow members of the local business community. Attendees will enjoy light refreshments, meaningful conversations, and the opportunity to expand their professional network.
As a special incentive, guests will receive 20% off all non-sale merchandise during the event — the perfect opportunity to shop while you connect.
Whether you’re looking to grow your business, meet new collaborators, or simply enjoy a productive evening out, this networking event promises valuable connections and a vibrant community atmosphere.
For more information or to register, please visit www.capecodcanalchamber.org, email member@capecodcanalchamber.org, or call (508) 759-6000.

Business After Hours Hosted by Zebra Visuals & Fred Astaire
2026-04-22 16:30 - 18:30
Please join us for our monthly Business After Hours event! Unlock new opportunities and connect with fellow professionals at our upcoming Business After Hours gathering. This event is the perfect chance to build relationships, share ideas, and expand your network in a relaxed and engaging atmosphere. Don’t miss out—bring your business cards and get ready to mix, mingle, and make lasting connections. We look forward to seeing you there!
Hosted by Zebra Visuals & Fred Astaire

2026 Wage and Hour Compliance Seminar
2026-05-05 09:00 - 11:00 | Cape Cod Chamber of Commerce Conference Room, 5 Patti Page Way, Centerville, MA, 02632, United States
WAGE AND HOUR AND SEASONAL IMMIGRATION COMPLIANCEFOR CAPE COD BUSINESSES – HYBRID EVENT
HEAR FROM THE US DEPARTMENT OF LABOR REGARDING ENFORCEMENT AND BRING YOUR QUESTIONS!

There have been several recent dramatic changes in immigration and employment-related laws, standards and practices affecting how hospitality industry businesses and seasonal businesses in Massachusetts engage and pay employees. The United States Department of Labor and the Massachusetts Office of the Attorney General continue to target the industry for compliance audits and have emphasized the use of stiffer penalties (such as multiple damages and civil monetary penalties) when enforcing wage and hour laws. Immigration compliance, including the engagement of seasonal workers, continues to evolve.
On Tuesday, May 5, 2026 the Cape Cod Chamber of Commerce will sponsor an important and informative event designed to provide our membership with all of the tools necessary to comply with seasonal immigration and wage and hour laws. The event will be a hybrid event available via Teams or in person commencing at 9:00 a.m. The event will take place and be broadcast from the CCCC offices, 5 Patti Page Way, Centerville. Topics to be addressed include:

Traversing the seasonal worker immigration compliance landscape;
How to comply with both federal and state wage laws (and why employers must do both);
How to avoid common, but potentially crippling, mistakes in calculating and paying minimum wage and overtime;
Compliance with the Massachusetts and Federal Tipping Law;
The proper categorization of workers – exempt v. non-exempt and contractors v. employees;
Common mistakes in the hospitality industry;
Personal liability, multiple damages and attorneys’ fees exposure under Massachusetts and federal law; and,
What you should do if faced with a government audit or threatened litigation.

THIS IS THE ONLY SEMINAR ON CAPE COD THIS SPRING FOCUSED ON CAPE COD BUSINESSES AND FEATURING A SPEAKER FROM THE GOVERNMENT AGENCY CHARGED WITH ENFORCING THESE LAWS!

Our panel of experts includes:
Thomas Carroll John F. Tocci Matthew Lee
Community Outreach & Davis, Malm & D’Agostine, P.C. Lee & Novi
Resource Planning One Boston Place, 37th Floor 1600 Falmouth Road, Ste 35
US Department of Labor Boston, MA 02108 Centerville, MA 02632
Wage and Hour Division

Our panel will be available to answer any questions you may have regarding Immigration and Wage and Hour compliance.
Registration is required.

Nonprofit Development Planning and Grant Writing
2026-05-12 09:00 - 12:00 | Cape Cod Chamber of Commerce Conference Room, 5 Patti Page Way, Centerville, MA, 02632, United States
Just like a for-profit business, your nonprofit needs money to launch, operate, and grow.
During this 3-hour, in-person workshop, two SCORE nonprofit experts will teach you the importance of a Fundraising Development Plan and how to create one.
This roadmap for raising the financial resources and support needed to further your mission ensures that your fundraising efforts are organized, repeatable, and scalable.
You will learn
What nonprofit development is
Why having a Fundraising Development Plan is so critical
The elements of an effective plan
Sources of revenue
Your board’s role in raising funds

2026-05-16 17:30 - 22:00
Goulian Aviation Hangar – Plymouth Airport
648 Burke’s Way Gate 6, Hangar SW-2
Saturday, May 16, 2026
Arrival/Departure Times 5:30 – 10:00pm

Pre-flight cocktails • First Class Meal • In-flight Entertainment •
Silent Auction • Presentation of Awards • Dancing In The Aisles

2026 Awards Recipients
Adele A. Manfredi Excellence in Education Award:
Kathy McMinn
Robert C. Betters Founders Award:
Plymouth Family Network
Visionary Award:
Womanade at The Pinehills

Come dressed as a first-class passenger in cocktail chic or take our aviation theme to new heights and grab your pilot’s hat, stewardess uniform, aviator glasses, flight suits, or leather jackets, whatever makes you feel ready to take off! Prizes will be awarded for the best aviation-themed attire.

Secure your boarding pass now!

2026 Watchlist
2026-06-11 16:00 - 17:00 | Margaritaville Resort Cape Cod, 1225 Iyannough Rd, Hyannis, MA, 02601, United States
5th Annual Watchlist AwardsCape & Plymouth Marketing proudly presents the 5th Annual Watchlist Awards, taking place on June 11 at Margaritaville Resort Cape Cod.
The Watchlist Awards were created to celebrate local businesses that are established (in business at least one year) and truly on the rise—the ones building momentum, growing their presence, and making a meaningful impact in our community.
This is not about how big you are—it’s about where you’re headed.
If you’re showing up, putting in the work, and your business is gaining traction, this is your moment to be recognized.
Eligibility & Notes

Businesses must be locally owned and in operation for at least one year
All nominations are reviewed before local choice voting to ensure they align with the Watchlist mission—recognizing businesses to WATCH: up-and-coming, making waves, and gaining momentum in our community. If Cape & Plymouth Business Marketing determines a nomination isn’t the right fit based on eligibility and overall alignment, we reserve the right to withhold it from voting and recommend it for future consideration.

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Event Gallery
Thank you for attending the 2026 Watchlist! Enjoy these photos from the event. Any event related questions, please reach out to cara@capeplymouthbusiness.com
