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Small Business Event Calendar

Events held by local small business partners

Updated: Aug 27, 2025

The City of Raleigh enjoys an ecosystem of support organizations that focus on the success of small business owners. This calendar highlights small business-related events offered by these partners in the City of Raleigh. Event types include:

  • Training & resources
  • Public affairs, annual meetings & expos
  • Grant & funding application dates
  • Vendor or foot traffic opportunities
  • Networking events

  • Nov
    21

    Partner Event: Networking Trends and Tips for Small Business Success

    11 a.m. • Friday
    Add to Calendar 2025-11-21 11:00:00 2025-11-21 12:00:00 Partner Event: Networking Trends and Tips for Small Business Success Hosted by Wake TechLet's talk about some of the changing trends and how you can adapt to them in the business networking space. Take home some keen ideas on how you can improve your skills networking and building relationships for your business! This webinar will be presented via Microsoft Teams platform. If you've never used Teams it will ask you to download onto your computer. We ask that you go ahead and complete this step, utilizing the same First Name, Last Name and Email address used during registration. Once you do this it will allow you access to the webinar. We recommend that you sign in to the webinar at least five minutes prior to the start of the session to ensure you don't have any technical issues. City of Raleigh America/New_York public
  • Nov
    22

    Partner Event: Financial Fortitude: Level Up

    9 a.m. • Saturday
    Add to Calendar 2025-11-22 09:00:00 2025-11-22 13:00:00 Partner Event: Financial Fortitude: Level Up Hosted by Wake TechJoin us for high-energy sessions where experts share powerful tools to Level Up Your Business with purpose and precision. This summit delivers the tools, insights, and connections that will help your business grow further, faster. From unleashing the power of AI to funding and marketing, AI Made Simple: Discover how Artificial Intelligence can streamline your work, boost efficiency, and open new opportunities for growth—no tech background required. Funding Your Future: Learn smart strategies to secure funding—from loans and grants to investors and crowdfunding—to take your business to the next level. Social Media That Works: Unlock the power of social media to grow your brand, connect with customers, and stand out online. City of Raleigh America/New_York public
  • Dec
    6

    Partner Event: MAKRS Holiday Fest

    11 a.m. • Saturday
    Add to Calendar 2025-12-06 11:00:00 2025-12-06 18:00:00 Partner Event: MAKRS Holiday Fest Hosted by The MAKRS SocietyJoin The MAKRS Society for our biggest event of the year! We will have 200+ vendors, food trucks, alcohol and beverages, live music, fun activities for families and more. Market Address: Fayetteville Street, Downtown Raleigh City of Raleigh America/New_York public
  • Dec
    6

    Partner Event: Jolly Raleigh Holiday Market at Iron Works

    11 a.m. • Saturday
    Add to Calendar 2025-12-06 11:00:00 2025-12-06 17:00:00 Partner Event: Jolly Raleigh Holiday Market at Iron Works Hosted by Shop Local RaleighSip, shop, and celebrate the season at the Jolly Raleigh Holiday Market! Join us on December 6th at Raleigh Iron Works for the perfect opportunity to sip local beer, shop for local treasures, and cherish community coming together to celebrate the season! You can expect handcrafted treasures, artisanal treats, kids activities, and unique gifts, all while sipping on your favorite festive beverages! Help us capture the magic of the holidays, with every smile, sip, and thoughtful action! City of Raleigh America/New_York public
  • Dec
    6

    Partner Event: MAKRS Holiday Fest

    11 a.m. • Saturday
    Add to Calendar 2025-12-06 11:00:00 2025-12-06 18:00:00 Partner Event: MAKRS Holiday Fest Hosted by The MAKRS SocietyJoin The MAKRS Society for our biggest event of the year! We will have 200+ vendors, food trucks, alcohol and beverages, live music, fun activities for families and more. Market Address: Fayetteville Street, Downtown Raleigh City of Raleigh America/New_York public
  • Dec
    6

    Partner Event: Jolly Raleigh Holiday Market at Iron Works

    11 a.m. • Saturday
    Add to Calendar 2025-12-06 11:00:00 2025-12-06 17:00:00 Partner Event: Jolly Raleigh Holiday Market at Iron Works Hosted by Shop Local RaleighSip, shop, and celebrate the season at the Jolly Raleigh Holiday Market! Join us on December 6th at Raleigh Iron Works for the perfect opportunity to sip local beer, shop for local treasures, and cherish community coming together to celebrate the season! You can expect handcrafted treasures, artisanal treats, kids activities, and unique gifts, all while sipping on your favorite festive beverages! Help us capture the magic of the holidays, with every smile, sip, and thoughtful action! City of Raleigh America/New_York public
  • Dec
    10

    Partner Event: Market Demand: Who Buys What You Sell

    10 a.m. • Wednesday
    Add to Calendar 2025-12-10 10:00:00 2025-12-10 11:30:00 Partner Event: Market Demand: Who Buys What You Sell Hosted by Wake TechThe U.S. Federal Government is the world’s largest customer - and small businesses are a critical part of its supply chain. But breaking into federal contracting can feel overwhelming without a roadmap. The Government Contracting Foundations Series is designed for small businesses that are curious about federal work but don’t know where to start. With these monthly webinars, you’ll learn the basics step by step: how the government buys, how to register, what certifications mean, how to define your company’s capabilities, and what infrastructure you need in place to compete. Whether you’re a one-person shop or a growing business, this series gives you practical, no-nonsense guidance to help you decide if federal contracting is right for you and how to get started the right way. Note: These sessions are focused on federal contracting - how to do business with U.S. federal agencies. While some concepts may apply broadly, this series is not designed for companies pursuing state or local government contracts. Wed, Jan 14, 2026 10:00 to 11:30 AM ET Foundations Session 5: Capability Statements Wed, Feb 11, 2026 10:00 to 11:30 AM ET Foundations Session 6: The Federal Sales Cycle Wed, Mar 11, 2026 10:00 to 11:30 AM ET Foundations Session 7: Foundational Infrastructure for GovCon Wed, Apr 8, 2026 10:00 to 11:30 AM ET Foundations Session 8: Human Factors in GovCon Session 4 – Market Demand: Who Buys What You Sell Find out where the real opportunities are. We’ll show you how to research which agencies buy your products or services, using tools like SAM.gov, USASpending, and federal forecasts. You’ll learn how to spot demand trends and connect your offerings to real buyers. Reena Bhatia of the NC Military Business Center at Wake Tech will provide a basic overview of essential topics. This webinar will be presented via Microsoft Teams platform. If you've never used Teams it will ask you to download onto your computer. We ask that you go ahead and complete this step, utilizing the same First Name, Last Name and Email address used during registration. Once you do this it will allow you access to the webinar. We recommend that you sign in to the webinar at least five minutes prior to the start of the session to ensure you don't have any technical issues. City of Raleigh America/New_York public

Contact

 

Jocelyn Sanchez
Small Business and Workforce Development Analyst
jocelyn.sanchez@raleighnc.gov
984-220-2958

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