Melrose Park Chamber of Commerce & Community Development

Access to Capital
2025-07-22 08:30 - 10:00 (America/Chicago) | Melrose Park Chamber of Commerce & Community Development, 900 N. 25th Ave., Melrose Park, IL, 60153, United States
Our upcoming Access to Capital event will host a panel discussion composed of individuals from local financial institutions.
Topics include:

Strategies on accessing capital for

Business Development Growth
Start-up opportunities

Traditional lenidng
Alternative and emerging sources of capital

Panelists from:

Huntington Bank
Pan American Bank and Trust
Proviso Community Bank

Current MPCCCD Members Registration: No Charge
Non-MPCCCD Members: $10.00 per person
Register Today

WREZ West Regional Enterprise Zone Seminar
2025-08-21 08:30 - 10:00 | Melrose Park Chamber of Commerce & Community Development, 900 N. 25th Ave., Melrose Park, IL, 60153, United States
The event will be held on Thursday, August 21st from 8:30 to 10:00 am at 900 N. 25th Avenue, Melrose Park, IL 60160.

The Taste of Melrose Park 2025 FRIDAY
2025-08-29 17:30 - 23:00 | Taste of Melrose Park, 1000 North 25th Ave., Melrose Park, IL, 60160, United States
Join us August 29, 30, and 31, 2025, to celebrate the 43rd anniversary of the Taste of Melrose Park. For more 2025 Taste of Melrose Park information, visit the Village of Melrose Park website for a list of food vendors and the entertainment schedule. The Taste is open on Friday, 5:30PM to 11PM; Saturday and Sunday from 12:00PM to 11:00PM. Fireworks on Sunday evening at 9:30PM.

The Taste of Melrose Park 2025 SATURDAY
2025-08-30 12:00 - 23:00 | Taste of Melrose Park, 1000 North 25th Ave., Melrose Park, IL, 60160, United States
Join us August 29, 30, and 31, 2025 to celebrate the 43rd anniversary of the Taste of Melrose Park. For more 2025 Taste of Melrose Park information, visit the Village of Melrose Park website for a list of food vendors and the entertainment schedule. The Taste is open on Friday, 5PM to 11PM; Saturday and Sunday from 12:00PM to 11:00PM. Fireworks on Sunday evening at 9:30PM.

The Taste of Melrose Park 2025 SUNDAY
2025-08-31 12:00 - 23:00 | Taste of Melrose Park, 1000 North 25th Ave., Melrose Park, IL, 60160, United States

September Seminar TBD
2025-09-23 08:30 - 10:00 | Melrose Park Civic Center, 1000 N. 25th Avenue, Melrose Park, IL, 60160, United States
The event will be held on Thursday, September 18th from 8:30 to 10:00 am at 900 N. 25th Avenue, Melrose Park, IL 60160.

Tax Planning Strategies for your Business
2026-01-15 08:30 - 10:00 | Melrose Park Civic Center, 1000 N. 25th Avenue, Melrose Park, IL, 60160, United States
The Melrose Park Chamber of Commerce and Community Development is pleased to announce its first seminar of 2026-Taxes: What to Expect as a Small Business Owner. Register for this informative and timely session to be held on Thursday, January 15, 2026 from 8:30 to 10:00 am. Registration and continental breakfast will take place from 8:30 to 9:00 and the presentation will start promptly at 9:00 am. Registration is free — our gift to you. See the attached flyer for further information.
To register, click on the link below:
Register for Taxes Seminar
Or use the QR code on the attached flyer.

Chamber After Hours Networking Event FEB 26
2026-02-26 17:30 - 19:30 | Pan American Bank & Trust, 1440 W North Ave., Melrose Park, IL, 60160, United States
The Melrose Park Chamber of Commerce and Community Development invites you to its first After-Hours Networking event of 2026.
It will take place on
Thursday, February 26, 2026 from 5:30 to 7:30 pm
at Pan American Bank and Trust
1440 W North Ave., Melrose Park, IL 60160
The event is free of charge.
For further information, see the attached flyer or call the Chamber office at 708-343-9500.
To register, click on the link below or scan the QR code on the flyer.
Register for After-Hours Networking Event

DCEO Business Resources Event
2026-03-26 08:30 - 10:00 | Melrose Park Chamber of Commerce & Community Development, 900 N. 25th Ave., Melrose Park, IL, 60153, United States
The Melrose Park Chamber of Commerce and Community Development is pleased to announce our annual DCEO Business Resources event, which will be held on Thursday, March 26. Information will be shared regarding IL state resources regarding business technical assistance and business funding including grants and loans. Hosted by Diana Alfaro.
To register, click on the link below:
DCEO Business Resources Event
Or use the QR code on the attached flyer.

Legislative Breakfast 2026
2026-04-24 08:00 - 10:30 | Melrose Park Civic Center, 1000 N. 25th Avenue, Melrose Park, IL, 60160, United States
Join elected officials, community & business leaders for an opportunity to learn more about and discuss important legislative issues focusing on business and economic development. Hear first-hand from a panelist of elected officials about economic development opportunities that are on the horizon. A continental breakfast will be served. This program is free of charge but advanced registration is required. Register here.
Friday, April 24, 2026
8:00AM — 10:00AM
8:00AM — 9:00AM: Registration & Continetal Breakfast Served
9:00AM — 10:00AM: Program & Panel Presentation
Melrose Park Civic Center
1000 N 25th Ave | Melrose Park, IL 60160
Featured Speakers:
Don Harmon | IL Senate President, 39th District
Emanuel “Chris” Welch | IL Speaker of the House, 7th District
For additional information, please email the chamber.

Chamber After Hours Networking Event June 2026
2026-06-16 16:00 - 19:00 | mexcal, 1105 W Lake St., Melrose Park, 60160, United States
The Melrose Park Chamber of Commerce and Community Development invites you to its next After-Hours Networking event.
It will take place on Tuesday, June 16, 2026 from 4:00 to 7:00 pm at Mexcal, 1105 W Lake St., Melrose Park, IL 60160. The event is free of charge.
For further information, see the attached flyer or call the Chamber office at 708-343-9500.
To register, click on the link below or scan the QR code on the flyer.
Register for After-Hours Event

How to Maximize Social Security with Michael Corrigan
2026-06-23 08:30 - 10:30 | Melrose Park Chamber of Commerce & Community Development, 900 N. 25th Ave., Melrose Park, IL, 60153, United States
The Melrose Park Chamber of Commerce and Community Development invites you to its next seminar – “How to Maximize Social Security” led by Michael Corrigan. The seminar will take place on Tuesday, June 23, 2026 from 8:30 to 10:15 am at 900 N 25th Ave, Melrose Park, IL 60160. The event is free of charge. This presentation is most valuable for people from 57 to 67 years of age.
For further information, see the attached flyer or call the Chamber office at 708-343-9500.
To register, click on the link below or scan the QR code on the flyer.
Register for “How to Maximize Social Security”

Food Sanitation Certification
2026-06-24 08:00 - 17:00 | Melrose Park Chamber of Commerce & Community Development, 900 N. 25th Ave., Melrose Park, IL, 60153, United States
The Melrose Park Chamber of Commerce and Community Development and Triton College have joined together to offer a ServSafe Food Sanitation and Safety course on Wednesday, June 24th from 8:00 am to 5:30 pm at 900 N. 25th Ave, Melrose Park, IL 60160. Food handler training is required by law. Restaurants are required to be in compliance and provide the safest eating experience possible. All restaurants are encouraged to have their sta? complete this training. Completion of the course includes the Food Protection Manager Certification Test.
Registration for the ServSafe program will be only $52 – 50% off the normal training price due to a subsidy by the Melrose Park Chamber of Commerce and Community Development.
Space is limited. Register early. For more information see the attached flyer or contact the Chamber by calling 708-343-9500 or emailing info@mpcccd.org.
Click the link below to Register:
Register for ServSafe course

The Taste of Melrose Park 2026 FRIDAY
2026-09-04 17:30 - 23:00 | Taste of Melrose Park, 1000 North 25th Ave., Melrose Park, IL, 60160, United States
Join us September 4-6, 2026, to celebrate the 44th anniversary of the Taste of Melrose Park. For more 2026 Taste of Melrose Park information, visit the Village of Melrose Park website for a list of food vendors and the entertainment schedule. The Taste is open on Friday, 5:30PM to 11PM; Saturday and Sunday from 12:00PM to 11:00PM. Fireworks on Sunday evening at 9:30PM.

The Taste of Melrose Park 2026 SATURDAY
2026-09-05 12:00 - 23:00 | Taste of Melrose Park, 1000 North 25th Ave., Melrose Park, IL, 60160, United States

The Taste of Melrose Park 2026 SUNDAY
2026-09-06 12:00 - 23:00 | Taste of Melrose Park, 1000 North 25th Ave., Melrose Park, IL, 60160, United States
