Back to Events

Columbus Drive In

Wednesday, March 11, 2026

Event Details

The Annual Columbus Drive-In is around the corner and will take place on Wednesday, March 11, at the Ohio Chamber in Columbus.

Past Drive-Ins have resulted in millions of dollars in state funding and essential policies to help make the Mahoning Valley a better place to live, learn, work, and raise a family.

Event Overview:

  • The day will consist of 75–100 Valley leaders holding meetings with the most influential state policymakers.

  • With a broad range of community Capital Budget projects, the Drive-In provides the means to advocate for the Valley.

  • Speakers at the event will be forthcoming; however, with the ever-changing political landscape, the agenda could change at a moment’s notice.

  • We will do our best to accommodate, should this happen.

Red & White Welcome Reception

  • Tuesday, March 10

  • 6–8 p.m.

  • Ohio Statehouse, Museum Gallery

  • Hosted in partnership with Youngstown State University

  • Open bar with hors d'oeuvres

  • This event is free with registration or $50 to attend the Reception only
  • This is an “all invite” event:

    • All members of the 136th General Assembly and the Executive Branch will be invited

    • Targeted to YSU alumni and Youngstown natives living and working in Columbus

Delegation Coffee Hour

  • Wednesday, March 11

  • 8:30–9:30 a.m.

  • Ohio Chamber

  • Invitation extended to members of our delegation representing the Lake to River region

  • A great opportunity to access our area’s representatives and senators

For More Information:

Chuck Rudge
Senior Events Coordinator YOUNGSTOWN/WARREN REGIONAL CHAMBER (330)744-2131