US Small Business Events To Attend in September 2025

📍 Phoenix Small Business Expo (September 12) at Phoenix Convention Center, Phoenix – This business networking event is the largest in the area, offering workshops, keynote speakers, and marketing opportunities to help grow your business. Register online for free tickets.

📍 San Diego Small Business Expo (September 18) at Sheraton San Diego Resort, San Diego – A must-attend networking conference and trade show for entrepreneurs and small businesses. Expect expert talks, actionable tips, and a chance to meet local vendors. Register online for free tickets.

📍 INBOUND (September 3-5) at Moscone Center, San Francisco – HubSpot’s marketing conference welcomes over 12,000 attendees and 200 speakers across the three-day event. Unfortunately, tickets are now sold out, but you can subscribe to their newsletter to stay informed about future events.

📍 Content Marketing World (September 15-17) at San Diego Convention Center, San Diego – Learn from content marketing professionals to help grow your business online. Registration is available online, or you can pay on the day. In-person tickets start from $1,799.

📍 Small Business Mastermind: Waterbury (September 3) at 132 Grand Street, Waterbury – Spend a few hours with other entrepreneurs and businesses in your area to connect, discuss challenges, and share tips. Register your interest online.

📍 Norwalk Meet-Up (September 16) at Coals Pizza, Norwalk – Network with other local businesses at this event hosted by the Women’s Business Development Council, the Greater Norwalk Chamber, and the City of Norwalk. The event is free to attend, but you need to register online.

📍 Catalyst Symposium 2025 (September 30) at Trinity College, Hartford – Making its debut this year, this conference brings together a community of Connecticut women entrepreneurs for networking, workshops, and a live pitching competition. A few tickets are still available for $30.

📍 Funding The Hustle: A Small Business Workshop (September 7) at Lakeland Public Library, Lakeland – Get the lowdown on business funding and learn valuable strategies to help your business succeed. Reserve your spot online for this free event.

📍 Your Day at SBA (September 3) at 7825 Baymeadows Way, Jacksonville – Catch up with the US Small Business Administration team in North Florida to learn about their services and resources. The free event takes place on the 1st Wednesday of every month, and you can register your interest online.

📍 Fall Business Expo (September 10) at Broward Convention Center, Fort Lauderdale – Promote your products and network with fellow business owners at this four-hour-long expo. Free admission is available, or you can pay for an exhibitor table.

📍 SCALE TO GROW (September 11) at Key West DoubleTree, Key West – This six-week workshop begins mid-September, helping small businesses expand and boost sales. Potential candidates can apply online, but you must meet the eligibility criteria.

📍 Digital Marketing Bootcamp (September 16) at Coastal Pines Technical College, Brunswick Campus, Brunswick – A three-hour session to provide businesses with tips and strategies that can help them optimize their online brand presence. The event is free to attend, and you can register your interest online.

📍 Women’s Business Summit (September 17) at UGA Innovation Hub, Athens – This annual, day-long event was set up to celebrate, inspire, and prepare women in business, providing networking opportunities, resources, and actionable advice. Tickets cost $79.

📍 Lunch & Learn with the SBA (September 10) at Louisville Central Community Center, Louisville – A three-part seminar series helping small businesses understand the support available through the Small Business Administration of Kentucky. Register for this free event online.

📍 Startup Weekend (September 19-21) at Story Louisville, Louisville – Brainstorm new business ideas or get your vision off the ground with this three-day event. Expect pitching, hands-on training, and mentorship, culminating in a Shark Tank-style presentation at the end of the weekend. Tickets cost $50.

📍 City of Minneapolis Small Business Support (September 18) at East Lake Library, Minneapolis – Meet with your local representative to learn about the support available to small business owners from the City of Minneapolis Small Business Team. You don’t need to register or make an appointment for this free event.

📍 Fast Track to Business Ownership (September 15-17) at 161 Chestnut Street, Rochester – A three-day event that provides entrepreneurs with training, insights, and advice to help them launch their business. The registration deadline is September 5, and tickets cost $125.

📍 Women’s Business Summit (September 11-12) at The Enterprise Conference and Event Center, Winston-Salem – Spend two days networking and learning from fellow women business owners. Selected entrepreneurs can also pitch their business ideas for a chance to win up to $1,500. Tickets for the event start from $36.08, with a discount applied.

📍 Small Business Forum (September 23) at the SBA Maple Heights Branch, Maple Heights – A forum for small businesses in the area to raise questions and get information from the SBA about setting up, certifying, and growing their companies. Register online for this free event.

📍 Created Conference (September 27) at 5950 Godown Road, Columbus – This event caters to creatives, such as artists, designers, and creators, providing a space to network, learn, and create together. General admission tickets cost $60.

📍 FinCon (September 10-12) at the Oregon Convention Center, Portland – This three-day conference is perfect for money content creators and businesses in this niche. Learn from others in your industry, network with brands, attend expert sessions, and more. Creator passes cost $599, and brand passes cost $899.

📍 Lehigh Valley Meet the Buyers (September 23) at Lehigh Valley International Airport, Lehigh Valley – Businesses can attend to network, sell products and services, or connect with suppliers directly. Tickets for businesses cost $25, but you can get them for $20 if you buy multiple tickets.

📍 Build. Grow. Learn 2025 (September 8-10) at AC Hotel Greenville, Greenville – This conference has been built with small businesses in mind, offering networking opportunities and talks on building your brand, growing, and self-development. General admission tickets cost $500, but single-day tickets start from $170.

📍 3686 (September 8-10) at Cannery Hall, Nashville  – Returning for its 12th year, this conference for Tennessee-based entrepreneurs and small businesses provides unparalleled opportunities to network, as well as pitch competitions, brand pop-ups, and expert speakers. Tickets cost $214.19.

📍 865 Fest (September 16) at Bridgewater Place, Knoxville – This full-day conference brings together expert speakers, founders, investors, and business leaders from the Knoxville area. Enjoy a networking breakfast, pitch competitions, and more. Students can attend for free, and general admission costs $81.88.

📍 SCORE Connect Live (September 16) at Belmont University, Nashville – Network with other small businesses and reap the benefits of in-person mentoring at this evening event. Register your interest online.

📍 East Aldine Small Business Resource Fair (September 10) at BakerRipley East Aldine Campus, Houston – Connect with companies and organizations that want to support small businesses. This event is free to attend.

📍 Women’s CEO Summit (September 26) at Washington Dulles Airport Marriott, Dulles – Run your own business? Connect with inspiring women, attend leadership workshops, and engage in discussions at this day event. General admission tickets are currently £318.76

📍 Accelerate Your Business for Women ‘25 (September 22) at Kalahari Resort & Conference Center, Wisconsin Dells – An educational conference for business owners to take away financial, marketing, tech, and life skills. Tickets cost $89.

📍 Small Business Showcase (September 11) at Laramie County Public Library, Cheyenne – Spend the evening with fellow entrepreneurs and small businesses. Network, pitch your business, and promote yourself and your business. The event is free to attend, but you need to register online.