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2026 YEP Holiday Party Social

Networking event · Hamilton, Ontario · Tuesday, November 24, 2026

Last checked From hamiltonchamber.ca

Key facts

Date
in 22 days
Time
– EST
Venue
Henry's on James
303 James St N
Hamilton, ON L8L 1H3
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Cost
Entry fee “Chamber/YEP Member Ticket: $59.00 CAD; Non-Member Ticket: $75.00 CAD; price includes taxes”
Registration
Required Register
Who it's for
Everyone

About this event

A holiday social for the Hamilton Chamber’s Young Entrepreneurs & Professionals division, featuring food, a beverage, live jazz piano, and opportunities to make new connections. Non-member tickets are offered.

  • Chef-crafted passed hors d’oeuvres and appetizer food stations
  • One alcoholic or non-alcoholic beverage included
  • Live jazz piano
  • Holiday formal dress code

Summarized from the organizer's page.

Getting there

How to prepare

A short plan for this networking event, based on its format, audience and details.

Before the event

  • Register on the organizer's page ahead of time and keep your confirmation email.
  • Prepare a 20-second introduction: what you do, what you are good at and what you would like to do next.
  • Set a simple goal, such as three real conversations, so the evening has a purpose without feeling forced.
  • Check how to get to Henry's on James, where to park and how long the trip takes, so you arrive calm.
  • Look up the organizer and any hosts or speakers, and note one or two people you would like to meet.

At the event

  • Arrive early, while groups are small and it is easier to join a conversation.
  • Ask people about their work before you mention your own search. Good questions lead to better conversations.
  • Look for groups of three or more with room in the circle. They are easier to join than two people deep in conversation.

What to bring

  • Your registration confirmation, printed or on your phone.
  • A few business cards, or a digital card or LinkedIn QR code ready on your phone.
  • A charged phone with your LinkedIn profile or portfolio ready to show.
  • A pen and a small notebook, or notes on your phone, to record names and next steps.

After the event

  • Connect on LinkedIn within two days, with a note that says where you met and what you talked about.
  • Follow up on anything you offered, such as an article or an introduction, within the week.
  • Add each new contact to a simple list with the date and what you discussed, so you can check in again in a month or two.
  • Look for the next networking event in Hamilton and go back. People remember the faces they see more than once.

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Frequently asked questions

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When is 2026 YEP Holiday Party Social?

2026 YEP Holiday Party Social is on Tuesday, November 24, 2026, from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. EST.

Where is 2026 YEP Holiday Party Social?

It takes place at Henry's on James, 303 James St N in Hamilton, Ontario.

Is 2026 YEP Holiday Party Social free?

No. The organizer lists an entry fee (“Chamber/YEP Member Ticket: $59.00 CAD; Non-Member Ticket: $75.00 CAD; price includes taxes”).

Who can attend?

It is aimed at everyone. The organizer says it is open to the public.

Do I need to register?

Yes. Registration is required. Register on the organizer's official page.

What should I bring?

Our checklist: Your registration confirmation, printed or on your phone. A few business cards, or a digital card or LinkedIn QR code ready on your phone. A charged phone with your LinkedIn profile or portfolio ready to show. A pen and a small notebook, or notes on your phone, to record names and next steps.

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Cite this listing

Nainly. (2026, November 2). 2026 YEP Holiday Party Social, Hamilton, ON, November 24, 2026. Nainly Career Fairs Directory. https://nainly.com/career-fairs/events/yep-holiday-party-social-hamilton-2026-11-24

Where this listing comes from

Source: hamiltonchamber.ca

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