🌟 Tri-County Business Expo & Summer Sounds Concert — Thursday, July 24
Get ready for a community celebration with a local-business flair! On Thursday, July 24, 2025, the Tri‑County Chamber of Commerce brings the Tri‑County Business Expo to the Harrisburg riverfront — and it’s free for everyone.
It runs from 3:00 PM to 8:30 PM at the Harrisburg Gazebo on Riverfront Park—an outdoor stroll of local flavor, education, and fun.
🗓️ Event Snapshot
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📍 Location: Harrisburg Riverfront Gazebo (1st & Smith St, Riverfront Park)
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🗓️ Date & Time: Thursday, July 24 | 3:00–8:30 PM
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💵 Cost: Free admission for attendees; exhibitors pay $50 (waived for Chamber members)
🏘️ What to Experience
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Local Showcase: Meet businesses, nonprofits, and organizations from Harrisburg, Junction City, and Monroe — all gathered along the scenic riverfront
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Food Trucks: Grab a bite from area food vendors starting around 5:30 PM
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Summer Sounds Concert: Enjoy free live music beginning at 6:30 PM, as part of the ongoing Summer Sounds series
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Free Swag & Reusable Bags: Early attendees get freebies while supplies last—including tasty treats and expo merch
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Free Nitrate Screening: OSU Extension Service will offer onsite testing—just bring a half cup of well water for quick results
👨👩👧 Family-Friendly Perks
Bring everyone—this expo is made for easy-going discovery:
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Easy strollable layout with shaded greenery
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Friendly booths with game demos, crafts, or kid-safe takeaways
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Music drifting across the park, perfect for a summer picnic vibe
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No cost, no fuss—just explore, munch, learn, and enjoy
🌆 Community & Local Economy
This Expo is more than just free swag and music:
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Boosts awareness of local businesses and nonprofits
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Encourages civic pride as neighbors swap conversations and connections
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Showcases regional resilience by highlighting independently-run ventures
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Offers valuable services, like water-testing and resource education
📸 Bring It to Life
Bring your camera or smartphone—snap photos of families meandering among booths, children dancing to the band, or people laughing over sample bites. Tag your best shots #TriCountyExpo and #SummerSoundsHBG on social media—they might even be showcased by the Chamber or Chamber magazine.
📅 Event Schedule at a Glance
| Time | Activity |
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| 3 PM | Exhibitor booths open |
| 5:30 PM | Food trucks start serving |
| 6:30 PM | Summer Sounds concert begins |
| 8:30 PM | Expo concludes (concert continues) |
🎯 Why This Matters
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Free access makes it inclusive for all ages
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Networking & connection in person—no screen needed
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Community-building grounded in business, education, and family
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Fun meets function: Learn about services like nitrate testing while folks play tunes and grill outdoors