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Annual Gala

La Dolce Vita Annual Gala & Awards Ceremony

Presented by:

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AWARD NOMINATIONS ARE CLOSED. 

Presented by Alpine Bank and Valley View, the Glenwood Springs Chamber Annual Gala is an unforgettable evening of celebration, connection, and community spirit!

Step into La Dolce Vita, where Italian Riviera glamour meets an unforgettable night of celebration. Inspired by sun-soaked coastlines, effortless elegance, and a little after-dark indulgence, this evening honors the individuals and businesses that make our community thrive.

The night begins with a stylish, cocktail-style reception, set in a vibrant atmosphere filled with music, Italian-inspired bites, refreshing Limoncello, and Riviera flair. 🍋 The highlight of the night is our prestigious awards ceremony, where we proudly recognize the Citizen of the Year, Business of the Year, Small Business of the Year, Top Brass Milestones, ATHENA, and ATHENA Young Professional, honoring their dedication, innovation, leadership, and lasting impact on our community.

And because no Riviera evening is complete without a little friendly competition, guests are invited to take part in our Regatta Races, a playful nod to classic Italian coastal traditions that adds excitement, laughter, and bragging rights to the night.

Join us for an extraordinary evening of recognition, connection, and Riviera-inspired revelry as we raise a toast to our local businesses and changemakers in true dolce vita style.

When & Where:

Saturday, February 28 | 6-9:30 p.m.

Awards begin promptly at 6:15 p.m.

Hotel Colorado
526 Pine St
Glenwood Springs, CO 81601

Tickets:

$105 - Member Individual
$120 - General Admission Individual
$1,500 - Corporate Sponsor (Includes ten tickets)

Theme:

La Dolce Vita

Dress:

1950s Italian Riviera or Cocktail Attire
Examples:

Prizes:

"La Dolce Stile” Best Dressed

“Icona Italiana” Italian Icon
Think Al Pacino, Sofia Loren, etc.

Regatta Races (Boat Races)

Donate to the Silent Auction

Silent auction donations showcase your business, create meaningful connections and support Chamber programs that help business thrive and community prosper. Now that’s living La Dolce Vita.

Donation deadline: February 16

Already been contacted? Grazie mille!

Sponsorship Opportunities

Want even more amore for your brand? Sponsorship opportunities are available and offer excellent visibility throughout the evening. Let’s talk. Tara Harman at tara@glenwoodchamber.com.

Congratulations to our 2024 recipients!

2024 Top Brass Outstanding Business of the Year
Glenwood Hot Springs Resort

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2024 Top Brass Small Business of the Year
RED

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Citizen of the Year
Sumner Schachter

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2024 ATHENA®
Robin Tolan

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2024 ATHENA® YP
Yesenia Silva Estrada

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2024 North Star Community Award
Glenwood Springs Citizens Alliance

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2024 Tourism Champion
Loretta Ayala
Glenwood Hot Springs Lodge

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2024 Ambassador of the Year
Jason Marshall
Arbor Financial/Rifle Climbing Center 

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2024 Top Brass Milestone Award Recipients:

140 Years - City of Glenwood Springs
70 Years - Glenwood Springs Golf Club
60 Years - Rotary Club of Glenwood Springs
45 Years - Alpine Bank - Glenwood Springs
10 Years - Iron Mountain Hot Springs

Photos from 2025 Annual Gala
Photo Credit to Emotion Cinema

2025 Chamber Testimonial Video
Watch the video here

Title Sponsors

VIP Bar

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Corporate Sponsors

Entertainment Sponsor

Safe Rides Home

Silent Auction

Special Mention

Citizen of the Year Recipients

Top Brass Outstanding Large Business Recipients

Top Brass NEW Business of the Year Recipients

ATHENA® Recipients

ATHENA® Young Professional (YP) Recipients