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Small Business Week
Check back in early 2026 for information on 2026 Small Business Week!
For more than 60 years, the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) has celebrated National Small Business Week, which acknowledges the critical contributions of America’s entrepreneurs and small business owners.
Join the Town of Apex and other local small business leaders as we “Love Local,” celebrate, and support our small business community.
Scroll below for the full list of 2025 Small Business Week events!
All Week Events
Tag Challenge
Each day of Small Business Week, TAG an Apex small business on social media and show how you “LOVE LOCAL!" This could be businesses you rely on for your operations, those you love, or those you partner with. Use Hashtag: #ApexSmallBizWeek
Triangle Small Business Week
Submit your company’s event or special offer! Submit Here.
Share Your Story
You started your business for a reason—don’t keep your story a secret! Share your story using the hashtags: #ApexSmallBizWeek & #ApexSmallBizSuccess Tip: Keep it simple with a sentence or two and add a photo to show your customers the heart of your business.
Tuesday, May 6
Navigating Working with a Commercial Broker & Finding a Space Workshop
Halle Cultural Arts Center | 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Speaker: Christina Coffey, Lee & Associates
Gain key tips on working with a commercial broker and finding a space that fits your business needs. Get insights and ask questions!
She Means Business
Fratelli’s Delicatessen @ Sweetwater Town Center | 4:30 PM - 6:00 PM
Join a community of ambitious women looking to advance their careers, scale their businesses, and navigate career changes. Together, we’ll share strategies and build supportive connections.
Wednesday, May 7
Coffee & Connections
Halle Cultural Arts Center | 11:30 AM – 1 PM
Join us for networking, refreshments, and a session on "Google Analytics, Marketing & Branding" with Todd Lyden from the Small Business Center at Wake Tech.
From 12:20 pm to 1 pm, Wake Tech Small Business Center is offering complimentary 20-minute counseling sessions. Sessions are first come, first served.
Young Professionals Network
Southern Peak Brewery | 4:30 PM - 6:00 PM
A networking event for young professionals to connect, empower, and inspire each other. Whether you’re young in age or in your career, this is your platform to innovate and succeed.
Thursday, May 8
Apex Love Local Showcase - Spring Edition
Downtown Apex | 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Explore, sip, shop, taste, and celebrate local small businesses in Downtown Apex. Downtown and non-Downtown businesses collaborate to showcase what they have to offer.
Friday, May 9
Grow with the Apex Chamber Workshop
Halle Cultural Arts Center | 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Join us for a panel discussion with Apex Chamber business leaders to get advice, tools, and support to grow your business.
For more details about events, registration, or inquiries, feel free to contact Colleen Merays, Economic Development Manager at colleen.merays@apexnc.org.