Beantown Biz Bash 2026

A Small Business Showcase to Kick Off the Shop Small Season

🎉 The Beantown Biz Bash is coming to downtown Lima! 🎉

Join us for a one-day business expo and celebration of small businesses and local entrepreneurs that shines a spotlight on the strength, creativity, and spirit of our community.

This lively expo is designed for both professionals and the public. Whether you're networking, shopping, learning, or just soaking up the fun, there's something here for everyone.

Event Highlights

🛍️ Exhibitors from across the region -- discover local favorites and hidden gems and the resources YOU need for your business

🎶 Music, games, contests, prizes, and auctions -- keep the energy high all day long

🎁Chances to win the Grand Prize "Ultimate Office Makeover"!

🤝 Networking opportunities -- connect B2B, B2C, and in dedicated Minority Business areas with speed networking, industry meet-ups, and business card exchanges where you can share cards in hard-copy and electronic formats

🥂 Special toast to the Shop Small season -- kick it off in style followed by Happy Hour with cash bar

🍴 Delicious $5 lunch plates -- fuel your day while you mingle!
 

Event Details

📅 Date: Thursday, November 5, 2026
🕙 Time: 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM
📍 Location: Veterans Memorial Civic & Convention Center

🎟️ Tickets:

• $25 pre-sale

• $35 at the door

• $75 exhibitor booth

👉 Don't miss this chance to celebrate, support, and grow with our incredible small business community.

Register Today!

Hosted by the Lima/Allen County Chamber of Commerce, The City of Lima, Small Business Development Center, Walter C. Potts Entrepreneurial Center, and Downtown Lima, Inc.

Promote your business through a Biz Bash sponsorship!
Click here for all sponsorship details!
jklingler@limachamber.com or 419-222-6045

Help us out by volunteering for this event!
Sign-up details coming soon!

Build your business by donating an auction item TODAY!

Contact Julie Klingler at 419-222-6045 or jklingler@limachamber.com for more information.

Registration cancellations must be received one (1) week prior to event for a refund.