Ribbon Cutting: WingStand by Jefferson's

Join The Chamber for a ribbon cutting to celebrate a new Chamber member and restaurant in Lawrence, WingStand by Jefferson's! Stick around after the ribbon cutting for hosted light food samplings and outdoors enjoyment with beverages.

935 Iowa St

Jayhawk Fridays

Jayhawk Fridays are designed to showcase local vendors who wish to sell products or services on campus. The event occurs the first Friday of each month, April through October, from 10 AM to 2 PM outside of the Kansas Union. Click here to view more information and ap......More

Jayhawk Fridays are designed to showcase local vendors who wish to sell products or services on campus. The event occurs the first Friday of each month, April through October, from 10 AM to 2 PM outside of the Kansas Union. Click here to view more information and apply to be a vendor: https://union.ku.edu/JayhawkFridays and follow us @kuunions on Instagram for any updates.  If you are in need of an accommodation due to a disability, please submit your request at least 7 business days in advance of the event to KU Marketing and Programs.  Email: [email protected] Phone: (785) 864-7469. 

Kansas Union - 1301 Jayhawk Blvd on Ascher Plaza

The 2026 Easter Egg Roll with Dole

Come one, come all, for the Dole Institute’s Easter Egg Roll with Dole! Join us on Saturday, April 19, for a morning of family fun, including a White House-style egg roll race, egg hunt, games, crafts, and more. The event is free and open to the public, and will go o......More

Come one, come all, for the Dole Institute’s Easter Egg Roll with Dole! Join us on Saturday, April 19, for a morning of family fun, including a White House-style egg roll race, egg hunt, games, crafts, and more. The event is free and open to the public, and will go on rain or shine. Learn more about this event by visiting our website.    

The Dole Institute of Politics 2350 Petefish Drive Lawrence, KS 66045 United States

Easter Brunch at the Oread Hotel

Join the Oread Hotel and celebrate with a festive brunch buffet featuring seafood favorites, made-to-order omelets and Eggs Benedict, carved meats, BBQ specialties, classic breakfast dishes, and spring desserts.

The Oread Hotel 1200 Oread Ave

Government & Community Affairs Luncheon - April 2026

The Chamber hosts Government & Community Affairs Luncheons the second Wednesday of each month open to any Chamber member and features speakers on a variety of topics, ranging from voting and elections to affordable housing and economic development. This month attende......More

The Chamber hosts Government & Community Affairs Luncheons the second Wednesday of each month open to any Chamber member and features speakers on a variety of topics, ranging from voting and elections to affordable housing and economic development. This month attendees will hear an update from Marlo Angell, Ruth DeWitt, and Cori Wallace regarding arts, culture, and welcome visitors from all over the world this summer for World Cup 2026. To properly order lunch, please register through this calendar event OR by emailing Jared Martin, Director of Events, at [email protected].

KU Innovation Park 2033 Becker Dr. (Newer Building in SW Corner of Parking Lot) Auditorium

A Republic, If You Can Keep It

Former Kansas State Senator Jeff King and journalist Mark McCormick will serve together as Spring 2026 Dole Fellows. Their series, “Life, Liberty and the Pursuit of Happiness: Principles that Built a Nation,” will examine principles undergirding America’s founding and ......More

Former Kansas State Senator Jeff King and journalist Mark McCormick will serve together as Spring 2026 Dole Fellows. Their series, “Life, Liberty and the Pursuit of Happiness: Principles that Built a Nation,” will examine principles undergirding America’s founding and evaluate how they shape our world today. More information on this program is forthcoming.     Jeff King serves as the executive vice president of the Rodel Institute, where he founded and runs fellowships for judges of all ideological persuasions, as well as bipartisan groups of elected officials, to explore ways that leaders can transcend differences to promote judicial independence and cross-party dialogue. A former Kansas Senator (R) representing southeastern Kansas, Jeff worked extensively on criminal justice issues, pension reform, education finance and tax policy as chair of the Senate Judiciary, Pension, and Rules committees. A former Tenth Circuit clerk and president of the Appellate Section of the Kansas Bar, Jeff has handled over 60 appeals across the country on issues of school finance, trust, state government and constitutional law. He holds degrees from Brown University, Yale Law School, and the University of Cambridge. Mark McCormick is a New York Times bestselling author with nearly 30 years of experience as a reporter, editor, and columnist. He most recently served as the inaugural executive director of the Kansas Black Leadership Council and deputy director of the ACLU of Kansas. He also served for a total of six years as executive director of The Kansas African American Museum. An alum of the University of Kansas, McCormick is a trustee of the William Allen White School of Journalism at KU, served as a professional in residence at the University of Oklahoma, and was appointed by Governor Laura Kelly to two Kansas state commissions, including the Kansas African American Affairs Commission. He has earned numerous awards and recognitions over his career and was inducted into the Kansas Newspaper Hall of Fame last year.

The Dole Institute of Politics 2350 Petefish Drive Lawrence, KS 66045 United States

Ribbon Cutting: Euphemystic Ventures

Join The Chamber for a ribbon cutting to celebrate Chamber Member, Euphemystic Ventures!   The ribbon cutting will be held outside (weather permitting) with optional small group tours to view Euphemystic Ventures space and data center.

KU Innovation Park 2033 Becker Drive

Opening Day at the Lawrence Farmers Market!

Saturday, April 11th is the Opening Day of the Lawrence Farmers Market! Join us in the parking lot at 824 New Hampshire St. in Downtown Lawrence from 7:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. to shop for a variety of local produce, prepared foods like breakfast burritos and bagel san......More

Saturday, April 11th is the Opening Day of the Lawrence Farmers Market! Join us in the parking lot at 824 New Hampshire St. in Downtown Lawrence from 7:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. to shop for a variety of local produce, prepared foods like breakfast burritos and bagel sandwiches, herbal goods, flowers, delicious baked treats, and so much more! Kick off our 50th season with 50+ vendors and community organizations, connect with friends new and old, and start your spring off right with this classic Lawrence tradition with something for everyone. 

824 New Hampshire St. Lawrence, KS. 66044

Ready! Set! Score! (April 2026)

Lawrence Hosts Readiness Forum for 2026 World Cup! Business owners, community leaders, and area residents are invited to join a powerful event designed to prepare our community for the opportunities surrounding the 2026 World Cup. Hosted by Kira Chereé Cobb of the Act......More

Lawrence Hosts Readiness Forum for 2026 World Cup! Business owners, community leaders, and area residents are invited to join a powerful event designed to prepare our community for the opportunities surrounding the 2026 World Cup. Hosted by Kira Chereé Cobb of the Actuate Consulting Team in collaboration with The Chamber, Lawrence, this regional forum will be held Monday, April 13, 2026 from 8AM to 12PM at The Oread Hotel in Lawrence, KS This event is free to attend but space is limited. This highly anticipated gathering will feature experts and resource providers from across the region, offering actionable insights and guidance for leveraging one of the largest international sporting events ever hosted in the United States. Event Highlights include an opening general session with important information followed by breakout rooms. Breakout room topics include but are not limited to: - short term rentals, - workforce, - safety, security, and transportation, and - marketing.

The Oread Hotel 1200 Oread Ave, Lawrence KS 66044 Parking available in the parking garage. Garage entrance off of Indiana St.

The 2026 Dole Lecture

About the Dole Lecture Each spring, the Robert J. Dole Institute of Politics commemorates the date on which Senator Bob Dole was critically wounded while serving in Italy during World War II. To honor Senator Dole’s courageous recovery and commitment to serve the na......More

About the Dole Lecture Each spring, the Robert J. Dole Institute of Politics commemorates the date on which Senator Bob Dole was critically wounded while serving in Italy during World War II. To honor Senator Dole’s courageous recovery and commitment to serve the nation, we welcome a guest to the Institute who embodies the commitments that Senator Dole held throughout his career in public service.

Lied Center of Kansas 1600 Stewart Drive Lawrence, KS 66045 United States

Sector Meetings April 2026 (Education & Workforce, Financial Institutions, and Manufacturers)

Join The Chamber for a morning of connection with other Chamber members within your business sector! Each meeting will allow Chamber members to discuss current opportunities and how to proceed forward.

DoubleTree Hotel 200 McDonald Drive Enter through the Conference Center doors on the SW corner.

Jayhawk SHRM Chapter Meeting

Jayhawk SHRM Monthly Chapter Meeting Join the Jayhawk SHRM for our monthly professional development meeting designed for human resource professionals, business leaders, managers, and anyone responsible for people strategy within their organization. Each month, we......More

Jayhawk SHRM Monthly Chapter Meeting Join the Jayhawk SHRM for our monthly professional development meeting designed for human resource professionals, business leaders, managers, and anyone responsible for people strategy within their organization. Each month, we feature expert speakers covering timely and relevant topics in human resources, employment law, leadership development, compliance, talent management, workplace culture, and organizational effectiveness. Our meetings provide actionable insights you can immediately apply in your workplace. In addition to high-quality programming, attendees have the opportunity to network with HR professionals and business leaders from across the Lawrence and surrounding communities. Whether you are an experienced HR leader, new to the profession, or a business owner managing HR responsibilities, Jayhawk SHRM offers a welcoming environment for learning, collaboration, and connection. Meetings are open to both members and non-members. We encourage advance registration. Come grow your knowledge, expand your network, and stay ahead of workplace trends with Jayhawk SHRM.

Macelli's 1031 New Hampshire St Lawrence, KS 6604

Business After Hours by 23rd St. Brewery - April 2026

Join us on Thursday, April 16 from 4:00 to 6:00 p.m., for The Chamber's Business After Hours mixer hosted by 23rd St. Brewery! Stop by on the patio to network and socialize while enjoying complimentary snacks and beverages. Business After Hours mixers are always f......More

Join us on Thursday, April 16 from 4:00 to 6:00 p.m., for The Chamber's Business After Hours mixer hosted by 23rd St. Brewery! Stop by on the patio to network and socialize while enjoying complimentary snacks and beverages. Business After Hours mixers are always free and open to all Chamber members and guests. No reservations required to attend.  We look forward to seeing you there for this spring kickoff party!

23rd St. Brewery 3512 Clinton Pkwy

Relay For Life - Douglas County

Join us Friday, April 17, for Relay For Life - a free, fun and family-friendly event! Relay For Life celebrates cancer survivors, remembers loved ones lost, and unites us in our commitment to fight back against every kind of cancer. Money and awareness raised help t......More

Join us Friday, April 17, for Relay For Life - a free, fun and family-friendly event! Relay For Life celebrates cancer survivors, remembers loved ones lost, and unites us in our commitment to fight back against every kind of cancer. Money and awareness raised help the American Cancer Society save lives by funding groundbreaking research to discover cancer’s causes and cures and help people facing cancer today with free programs and services. Visit www.relay.org/douglasks for more information and to register as a participant, team captain, cancer survivor or caregiver. Schedule of events 5 pm: Survivor & Caregiver Dinner & Registration 5:30 pm: Food trucks; Kid Zone - Inflatables, face painting; Info tent & Luminaria sales; View auction items 6 pm: Opening Ceremony & Memory Lap 6:30 pm: Survivor & Caregiver Lap 7 pm: Team laps; Survivor tent: Bingo 8 pm: Shine a Light to Heaven 8:15 pm: Auction closes; CC's Cookie Lap 8:30 pm: Luminaria ceremony 9 pm: Auction pick up 9:30 pm: Closing Ceremony

Rock Chalk Park 100 Rock Chalk Lane Lawrence, KS 6604

Bubbles & Yoga

Join KS BBBS, Douglas Co. for an uplifting afternoon of movement, mindfulness, and champagne.  Whether you choose one session or both, you'll experience welcoming, all-level classes designed to build strength, flexibility, balance, and self kindness.  All proceeds be......More

Join KS BBBS, Douglas Co. for an uplifting afternoon of movement, mindfulness, and champagne.  Whether you choose one session or both, you'll experience welcoming, all-level classes designed to build strength, flexibility, balance, and self kindness.  All proceeds benefit 1:1 mentorship in Douglas County.   Cost:  $50 per session  Schedule 1:00PM | Registration & Bubbles (Alcoholic & non-alcoholic champagne will be available)  1:30PM | Stretch & Sound  3:00 PM | Lava Warm Flow 

Lava Yoga Lawrence 1520 Wakarusa Dr. Suite J, Lawrence, KS

In Full Bloom - LCC Spring Concert

Spring is in the air and our LCC singers are ready to shine! We’d love for you to join us to hear the singers of Choristers, Tour Choir and Ambassador Choirs on Sunday, April 19th at 3 pm. Tickets are available on Eventbrite. Concert will be held at River City Church, l......More

Spring is in the air and our LCC singers are ready to shine! We’d love for you to join us to hear the singers of Choristers, Tour Choir and Ambassador Choirs on Sunday, April 19th at 3 pm. Tickets are available on Eventbrite. Concert will be held at River City Church, located at 3001 Lawrence Ave. 

River City Church,3001 Lawrence Ave.

Sector Meetings April 2026 (Hospitality & Retail, Medical Services, Non-Profit, Professional Services & Utilities, Real Estate)

Join The Chamber for a morning of connection with other Chamber members within your business sector! Each meeting will allow Chamber members to discuss current opportunities and how to proceed forward.

DoubleTree Hotel 200 McDonald Drive Enter through the Conference Center doors on the SW corner.