Events
National Civics Bee: Celebrating Bright Minds and Civics
National Civics Bee: Celebrating Bright Minds and Civics By: Gracie Glover St. Petersburg Chamber Advocacy Intern 2026 University of South Florida, Tampa Campus, Masters Student This year, the St. Petersburg Area Chamber of Commerce partnered with the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation to host the 2026 National Civics Bee regional competition—a nonpartisan event designed…
Read MoreState of the Island 2026: Advancing Restoration and Stewardship at Egmont Key
State of the Island: Advancing Restoration and Stewardship at Egmont Key By: Gracie Glover St. Petersburg Chamber Advocacy Intern 2026 University of South Florida, Tampa Campus, Masters Student This year, the St. Petersburg Area Chamber of Commerce partnered with the Egmont Key Alliance and regional leaders to host the 2026 State of the Island: Egmont…
Read MoreFirestone Grand Prix of St. Petersburg: Racing, Community, and Economic Impact Across the Region
Firestone Grand Prix of St. Petersburg: Racing, Community, and Momentum Across the Region Each year, the Firestone Grand Prix of St. Petersburg transforms downtown into a world-class stage for speed, innovation, and economic momentum. As the season opener for the NTT INDYCAR SERIES, the Grand Prix brings global attention to St. Pete while delivering meaningful…
Read More2026 National Civics Bee – St. Pete is a Regional Host
ABOUT THE BEE The St. Petersburg Area Chamber of Commerce is partnering with the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation to host a nonpartisan civics competition that encourages young Americans to engage in civics and contribute to their communities. Participating 6th, 7th and 8th graders will flex their civics knowledge for a chance to win recognition…
Read More2025 Good ‘Burger Awards
2025 Good ‘Burger Awards Presented by the Bank of Tampa and Compass Land & Title Date: Wednesday, December 10, 2025 Time: Doors open for VIP at 4:30pm & GA at 5:30pm till 8pm Location: St. Pete Athletic Presenting Sponsors Hosted by About Good ‘Burger In honor of a former mayor who referred to his citizens…
Read MoreCelebrate 50 Years of the Tampa Bay Rowdies
Celebrate 50 Years of the Tampa Bay Rowdies In St. Petersburg, we’ve always known the power of sports to bring people together. Recently, with the Tampa Bay Rays are temporarily relocated to Tampa due to storm damage at Tropicana Field, many local businesses have shared how much they can feel the their absence in the…
Read MorePavement Art Makes Streets Safer. Let St. Pete Lead.
Pavement Art Makes Streets Safer. Let St. Pete Lead. By: Tara Hubbard Transportation Committee Chair, St. Petersburg Area Chamber of Commerce Director of Business Development, Hubbards Marina There has been lots of discussion and opinions recently about the new FDOT memo regarding pavement art. Today, I want to share this important update and some facts…
Read MoreKey Takeaways from Egmont Key Ferry Trip
Key Takeaways from Egmont Key Ferry Trip The St. Pete Chamber organized The State of the Island trip in May 2025, a collaborative forum designed to assess the current conditions, share updates, and establish a clear path forward for the island’s restoration and future stewardship. Stakeholders in attendance included representatives from state and federal…
Read MorePlay It Forward: LSP Class of 2025 Transforms School Grounds at IPLA
Play It Forward: LSP Class of 2025 Transforms School Grounds at IPLA On a mission to make a meaningful impact in our community, the Leadership St. Pete (LSP) Class of 2025 proudly completed its Community Project, Play It Forward, at Infinite Potential Learning Academy (IPLA) in South St. Petersburg. IPLA, a private school serving students…
Read MoreLeadership St. Pete Celebrates the Graduation of the Class of 2025
Leadership St. Pete Celebrates the Graduation of the Class of 2025 Leadership St. Pete (LSP) proudly celebrated the graduation of the Class of 2025, marking the culmination of an incredible six-month journey of leadership development, civic engagement, and community impact. The graduation ceremony, held at the Birchwood Canopy in downtown St. Pete, brought together class…
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