Liberty Walk to Kick Off Lufkin’s America 250 Celebration This Saturday
2026-05-03 19:30 - 21:00 (America/Chicago) | Downtown Lufkin, Downtown Lufkin, Lufkin, TX, United States
LUFKIN, TEXAS

The City of Lufkin and Angelina County invite the community to take part in the Liberty Walk, happening this Sunday, May 3, as the official kickoff to the America 250 Celebration.

Beginning at 7:30 PM in Downtown Lufkin, participants will gather at the courthouse near the Doughboy statue and walk together to Cotton Square in a lighted procession that symbolizes unity, reflection, and community pride. The evening will conclude with a live concert by Hance & Hughes at Cotton Square.

The Liberty Walk is designed to bring residents and visitors together for a meaningful shared experience, honoring the nation’s history while celebrating the spirit of Lufkin today. Families, friends, and community members of all ages are encouraged to attend.

The first 250 attendees will receive complimentary American flags and luminary kits, adding to the visual experience as the community lights up downtown together.

“This is an opportunity for our community to come together, reflect on where we’ve been, celebrate who we are, and look ahead to what’s next,” said Tara Hendrix, Director of Tourism at Visit Lufkin. “We’re excited to see Lufkin show up for something that truly represents our community.”

The Liberty Walk marks the beginning of a series of events taking place throughout Lufkin as part of the America 250 Celebration, leading up to the City of Lufkin’s Fourth of July Celebration.

Residents are encouraged to arrive early and be part of this special evening in Downtown Lufkin.

Media Availability:

Tara Hendrix, Director of Tourism at Visit Lufkin, is available for interviews regarding the Liberty Walk and the America 250 Celebration.

For more information and to stay updated on upcoming events, visit www.VisitLufkin.com.

The Liberty Walk is a rain or shine event, and attendees are encouraged to plan accordingly.

Toastmasters Informational Meeting (Angelina County)
2026-05-12 18:00 - 20:00 | 1813 E Lufkin, Avenue Lufkin, TX 75901
The Men’s Fieldhouse will be holding an informational meeting about Toastmasters on May 12, 6:00 pm at 1813 E. Denman Ave.

Toastmasters provides a structured, supportive environment where individuals build confidence in public speaking, strengthen leadership abilities, and learn to think clearly under pressure. These are skills that directly translate into improved workplace performance—whether in meetings, presentations, customer interactions, or team collaboration.

We would love to see your business invest in the professional growth of your employees by encouraging participation in Toastmasters.

Please share the attached graphic with your employees.

Embracing CHAOS (Angelina County)
2026-05-22 08:00 - 11:00 | 1615 S. Chestnut, Lufkin
Join us for Power Networking Breakfast, presented by Amerigy Energy and sponsored by Integra Insurance, as Shane Tatum shares a practical take on embracing chaos and navigating the unexpected with confidence. It is a conversation you will not want to miss, especially in today’s ever-changing business landscape.

Attendance is free. Registration is encouraged to help us plan ahead.Register today >>> bit.ly/PNB-0526

Kickoff With The Chamber (Angelina County)
2026-06-03 11:30 - 17:00 | 203 S. First St. | Lufkin
Join us on Wednesday, June 3, for a “Kickoff with the Chamber” event to officially launch the Alzheimer’s Association walk season. The Kickoff event starts at 11:30 AM and will be followed by a luncheon.

To attend the lunch, please register here >>> forms.gle/5VQLoWEruoCEZQXY8

2026-2027 Season Reveal: Angelina Arts Alliance
2026-06-05 12:00 - 17:00 | Crown Colony Country Club
Join us on Friday, June 5, for our First Friday Luncheon, presented by Lufkin Coca Cola Bottling Company. We are excited to welcome Angelina Arts Alliance for the reveal of their 2026-2027 season lineup.

A special thank you to our monthly sponsor, Spot On Pest Control, for helping make this month’s luncheon possible.

Register by Wednesday, 6/3, and be entered to win $100 in our On-Time Drawing, presented by Servpro of Lufkin & Nacogdoches >>> bit.ly/June-FFL-26

Interested in sponsoring a future luncheon or Chamber event? Email us at Admin@LufkinTexas.org for more information.

2026-2027 Season Reveal (Angelina County)
2026-06-05 12:00 - 17:00 | Crown Colony Country Club
Join us THIS Friday for our First Friday Luncheon, presented by Lufkin Coca Cola Bottling Company. We are excited to welcome Angelina Arts Alliance for the reveal of their 2026-2027 season lineup.

A special thank you to our monthly sponsor, Spot On Pest Control, for helping make this month’s luncheon possible.

Register by Wednesday, 6/3, and be entered to win $100 in our On-Time Drawing, presented by Servpro of Lufkin & Nacogdoches >>> bit.ly/June-FFL-26

Interested in sponsoring a future luncheon or Chamber event? Email us at Admin@LufkinTexas.org for more information.

Women’s Networking Luncheon (Angelina County)
2026-06-09 11:30 - 13:00 | Crown Colony Country Club
Join us on Tuesday, June 9, for our next Women’s Networking Luncheon presented by Southside Bank!

We’re excited to welcome Jennifer Bristol, author of Wild Women for Good: Stories of Conservation in Texas, who will share about the women who stepped forward to protect the people, places, and natural heritage of Texas. Her stories highlight courage, leadership, resilience, and the impact women can make in their communities.

Come connect with fellow women from across our community, enjoy lunch together, and leave encouraged and inspired.

Register today at bit.ly/WNL-0626.

Lunch with Leaders (Angelina County)
2026-06-11 11:30 - 12:30
Leadership never graduates, and neither do the connections and impact that come with it. This gathering is just for Leadership Lufkin graduates and is a chance to reconnect, catch up on what’s ahead for Leadership Lufkin, Leadership Tomorrow, and Leading Edge, and find simple, meaningful ways to stay involved. Whether you’re looking to mentor, volunteer, support a program, or plug back in, we’d love to have you in the room.

Register to attend: bit.ly/LLAA-0626

Leadership Session (Angelina County)
2026-06-17 10:00 - 12:00 | 1615 S. Chestnut, Lufkin
Great leaders don’t just know what to do. They know what they stand for.

Join Demetress Harrell, Executive Director of Hospice in the Pines, on Wednesday, June 17, for Chamber University as she explores Core Values: The Foundation of Leadership. Learn how clearly defined values guide decision-making, build trust, and create stronger leaders and stronger organizations.

Register today >>> bit.ly/CU-0617

200th Podcast Live Recording (Angelina County)
2026-06-26 08:00 - 10:00 | The Texas Room
Join us as we celebrate a major milestone at this month’s Power Networking Breakfast, presented by Amerigy Energy!

Be part of the live recording of the 200th episode of the Chamber Connect Podcast, presented by ITEnabled, featuring CASA of the Pines. This will be located in the Texas Room at the Pitser Garrison Convention Center.

For 200 episodes, we’ve shared stories, highlighted community impact, and connected business and community leaders across Angelina County. Now, we’re inviting you to experience the conversation live.

Register to attend: bit.ly/PNB-0626

July's First Friday Luncheon (Angelina County)
2026-07-10 12:00 - 17:00 | Crown Colony Country Club
Join us for July’s First Friday Luncheon on Friday, July 10, we’re honored to welcome the United Way of Angelina County as they celebrate 79 years of serving our community and changing lives across Angelina County.

Learn how your support helps strengthen local programs, assist families in need, and create lasting impact right here at home. It’s a great opportunity to connect with fellow Chamber Investors while hearing an inspiring story of community collaboration and service.

Thank you to Lufkin Coca Cola Bottling Company for presenting this month’s luncheon and to Servpro of Lufkin & Nacogdoches for sponsoring the $100 drawing!

Reserve your seat by Wednesday, July 8, for your chance to win $100!>>>bit.ly/July-FFL-26

Summer Social (Angelina County)
2026-07-28 17:30 - 20:30 | Arthur’s Greenside Tavern at Crown Colony Country Club
Summer is the perfect time to catch up with familiar faces and make a few new friends along the way!

Join the Leadership Lufkin Alumni Association for our annual Summer Social on Tuesday, July 28, at 5:30 PM at Arthur’s Greenside Tavern at Crown Colony Country Club.

Come reconnect with classmates, meet alumni from other Leadership Lufkin classes, and enjoy a relaxed evening together. Plus, current LLAA members will receive one complimentary drink ticket!

Not a member yet? You can still join the Leadership Lufkin Alumni Association for just $50 a year and be part of a great group of leaders who care about Lufkin and Angelina County.

We’d love to see you there! Register today >>> bit.ly/LLAA-0726

Cheers with the Chamber (Angelina County)
2026-07-30 17:30 - 19:00
Come hang out with us at the Christian Information & Service Center for our next Cheers with the Chamber!

Join us NEXT Thursday, July 30, for a fun evening, great company, and a chance to hear more about all the exciting things happening at CISC, including a special event, From Punchlines to Pantries: Serving Full Plates & Funny Takes! Starring Marcus D. Wiley! they have coming up this September!

Grab a friend, stop by, and spend the evening with us. We’d love to see you there!

The Global Leadership Summit 2026 (Angelina County)
2026-08-06 08:00 - 2026-08-07 08:00 | Angelina College Nonprofit Leadership Center
The 2026 Global Leadership Summit is only two weeks away!

Join us August 6-7 in Lufkin for two days of world-class leadership development that will challenge, encourage, and equip you with practical ideas you can put into action right away.

Whether you’re leading a business, a team, a nonprofit, or simply looking to grow your influence, GLS offers valuable insights for leaders at every level.

Chamber Investors: Be sure to check your email for exclusive Investor pricing before registering.

Bring your team. Learn together. Lead stronger.

This local experience is made possible with support from Etech, MSGPR Ltd Co., Real Graphics, Angelina College Nonprofit Leadership Center and Fidium Fiber.

Register today: LufkinTexas.org/Global-Leadership-Summit
