2026 Crosslake Awards Banquet

Description

Join Us for An Evening Celebrating Those That Make Crosslake Shine

Crosslake is strengthened by dedicated individuals and businesses who invest their time, energy, and heart into making a difference. Join us for the second annual Celebrate Crosslake Awards Ceremony, an evening dedicated to honoring those who go the extra mile to serve and uplift our community. We will be celebrating this year's recipients at the Celebrate Crosslake Awards Ceremony on November 5, 2026 

Attend

Join us for an unforgettable evening of camaraderie, celebration, and community pride as we honor the outstanding individuals, businesses, and organizations who make Crosslake such a special place. The 2026 Celebrate Crosslake Awards will shine a spotlight on those who go above and beyond to enrich our community, and we’d love for you to be part of it!

TABLE SPONSOR

($700) Buy a whole table and sit with your colleagues and friends: 

• Reserved Table (front/middle of room) and Dinner for 8 Guests:
• Event Recognition: Business logo and name included with social hour slideshow and displayed at event.
• Social Media Recognition: Business highlighted and thanked in social media posts.

INDIVIDUAL

($70) Individual tickets -  Individual seat at a table for 8 with dinner.

Event Timeline 

5:30 PM Social Hour

6:15 PM Welcome

6:20 PM Enjoy Your Meal

7:15 PM Ceremony

What To Wear 

Dress in business to cocktail attire.
Guests are welcome to choose attire that feels comfortable yet celebratory. Men may wear polo shirts with slacks, dress shirts with jackets. Women may wear dresses, skirts, blouses, slacks or dressy jumpsuits.

 Congratulations to Our 2026 Recipients!

Each year, the Crosslake Chamber celebrates the people, businesses and organizations whose dedication, leadership and community spirit make Crosslake an incredible place to live, work and visit. Congratulations to our 2026 award recipients, and thank you for the lasting impact you continue to make in our community!

AMBER BODLE-CLEMMER

As Store Manager at Crosslake Holiday (Circle K), Amber is recognized for her people-first approach, genuine care for others, and willingness to always lend a hand. Her dedication to her customers, employees, and community reflects the welcoming and supportive spirit of Crosslake.

CROSSWOODS GOLF / WHISTLING WOLF MINI GOLF

For generations, Crosswoods Golf and Whistling Wolf Mini Golf have been creating memorable experiences in Crosslake. What began as a 13-hole mini golf course in 1967 has grown into a destination welcoming more than 65,000 guests each year. Through continued investment, innovation and genuine hospitality, this family-run business continues to give visitors new reasons to discover—and return to—Crosslake.

ALDEN HARDWICK
For decades, Alden Hardwick has helped make Crosslake a better place to live, work and visit. His leadership and service have touched countless community projects, from the library, parks and trails to recreational facilities and the community garden. Even greater than the projects themselves is the example Alden has set: show up, get involved, bring people together and leave your community better than you found it.

CROSSLAKE HISTORICAL LOG VILLAGE

For 55 years, the Crosslake Area Historical Society has preserved and shared the stories, places and people that shaped Crosslake through the Crosslake Historic Log Village. This 100% volunteer-run organization brings local history to life through historic buildings, artifacts, educational programs and hands-on experiences for visitors of all ages.