Great Bend Chamber of Commerce’s 104th Annual Awards Ceremony

Presented by Spectrum Partners LLC & The University of Kansas Health System

Saturday, February 28, 2026 | Great Bend Events Center
6:00 PM – Sponsored Cocktail Hour | 7:00 PM – Dinner | 8:00 PM Awards | 9:00 PM Social

Join us for one of Great Bend’s most inspiring annual traditions as we honor the businesses, leaders, and community champions who elevate our region. The Annual Awards Ceremony brings together industry leaders, entrepreneurs, volunteers, and partners for an evening of recognition, connection, and celebration.

This year’s banquet continues the ElevateGBK theme—spotlighting the individuals and organizations who lift our community higher through leadership, innovation, and service.

Guests will enjoy a beautifully curated evening featuring:

• Cocktail Hour sponsored by Equity Bank with grazing tables by Proper Boards & Picnics
• A gourmet dinner catered by A&G Catering, with entrée selections of chicken fried chicken or steak, accompanied by sides, salad, and dessert.
• Awards program recognizing the ​NextGen Leader of the Year, Citizen of the Year, Business of the Year, and Legacy Award winner.
• ​Conversations and laughs with businesses and civic leaders from across Barton County

Admission: Deadline to reserve your table/seat is February 20th, 2026.

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