2/18/2026 THE ANNUAL AWARDS GALA IS OFFICIALLY SOLD OUT! Follow the Yellow Brick Road straight into a world gleaming in green at the 2026 Annual Awards Gala: An Evening in the Emerald City. For one short night, this black-tie celebration invites you to leave your Kansas behind and enter a place with something exquisite everywhere you look, and wonders like you’ve never seen. Beneath an emerald glow, you’ll savor delightful dishes, celebratory cocktails, and the company of Sitka’s most swankified community members.
The train to the Emerald City departs on Saturday, February 28th at 5:30 pm. Guests are encouraged to arrive in classic black-tie attire with touches of wonder inspired by Oz. Sparkling greens, glints of gold, swirling patterns, and whimsical accents are all welcome. Ruby slippers are optional, an ounce of emerald flair will be rewarded.
To Oz!
HAND-PASSED SMALL BITES Pomegranate lamb lollipops, prosciutto and mozzarella puff pastry pinwheels, and 'Somewhere Over the Rainbow' fruit skewers.
STARTERS Poppyseed fresh baked rolls with whipped honey butter and wedged heirloom salad with cherry tomatoes, pickled red onions, radishes, and tarragon buttermilk ranch.
MAIN COURSE Roulade Poblano Braised Flank Steak with Chimichurri, served with glazed rainbow baby carrots and roasted tri-colored fingerling potatoes. Vegan: Sub flank steak for roasted cauliflower steak. Please indicate on your registration if you require a vegan substitute.
Questions? Contact the Sitka Chamber at (907) 747-8604 or communications@sitkachamber.com
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EVENING HIGHLIGHTS
Welcome by the Chamber Board
Silent Auction & Live Auction
Recognition of the 2026-27 Community Heroes
Business of the Year | New Business of the Year
Cossack Cap Award
Live Entertainment