The Annual Gala is the Chicago Chinatown Chamber of Commerce's major fundraising annual event. Celebrating and uniting the largest gathering of Chinese and American business leaders in the Chicago metropolitan area and the State of Illinois, including dignitaries, government officials and influential business and community leaders. As a designated City delegate agency, the Chicago Chinatown Chamber of Commerce strives to continue enhancing and expanding the Chicago Chinatown's businesses and networks.

The Chinese dragon boat race has over 2,000 years of history in China and is a popular sport amongst Chinese and Asian communities all over the world. Thirty-two dragon boat race teams will compete on the south branch of the Chicago River in beautifully decorated dragon boats, each consisting of up to 20 members: 18 paddlers, 1 drummer and 1 flag catcher. The 18 paddlers row to the beat of the drummer, while the flag catcher of each team pulls a flag positioned in the water at the finish line. 

The Miss Friendship Ambassador Beauty Pageant event is held every other year. This special event recognizes the beauty and talent of Chinese American women around the world, in addition to representing the future of the Chinese American community in Chicago, highlighting the merit of Chinese heritage, culture and diversity.