Chamber Annual Meeting & Banquet

Each March, Chamber members and community leaders come together for an evening of recognition and celebration. This annual event honors the individuals, businesses, and organizations making a lasting impact in Fredericksburg and Gillespie County. In addition to celebrating the accomplishments of the Chamber and its members, we proudly present several awards to recognize excellence in community service and leadership. These include the Outstanding Chamber Man & Woman, Outstanding Public Servant, Volunteer of the Year, Student of the Year, and the Penny C. McBride Distinguished Service Award—each a testament to the dedication and spirit that strengthen our community.

2026 Banquet Award Winners:
Student Achievement Award- Greyson Crenwelge
Outstanding Public Servant- Tom Musselman
Volunteer of the Year- Leta Ann Metzger
Community Achievement Award- Bryon Schaetter
Outstanding Chamber Man- Bobby Watson
Outstanding Chamber Woman- Maggie Klenzing
Penny C. McBride Distinguished Service Award- John Willome