Reverse Raffle
Photo: the 2026 Reverse Raffle at Jennette's Pier
When
September 2027
An evening event. Date coming soon
Where
Venue TBD
2026 was at Jennette's Pier
In the room
200+
Members and their guests
Grand prize
$10,000
Last year's top prize
How it works
Last ticket standing wins
A reverse raffle runs backwards: every ticket starts on the board, numbers are drawn off one at a time, and you're still in the game until yours is called. That's what keeps the whole room watching right up to the final draw.
Get your ticket Each raffle ticket is $100, and every number goes up on the board.
Watch the board Numbers come off all night, with bonus moments along the way. Last year, every 25th number drawn was called to the stage for $100 cash or a second-chance shot at the final 10.
Eat, drink and mingle Food from local restaurants, an open bar and live music while the numbers fall.
The final 10 The last ten tickets come to the front and are drawn one at a time, with a chance to agree to split the pot along the way.
Last year
Tuesday, Sept. 22, 2026 · Jennette's Pier
Grand prize: $10,000, plus cash prizes and bonus drawings
Live music: SOULone
Battle of the Beach Bites: Duck Donuts, Firehouse Boil Co., Pigman's BBQ, Jolly Roger and Philly Pretzel Factory competed for People's Choice
Also: a 50/50 raffle
Thank you to our 2026 sponsors: Village Realty, Peak Resources, Hatchell Concrete, Kellogg Supply, Hilton Garden Inn and Ramada Plaza, Blossman Gas, East Carolina Media and Coastal Impressions.
Sponsorships
Put your name on the best night of the year
Right for restaurants, retail, hospitality, and brands that want a fun, high-energy crowd. Every sponsor is included in the Chamber's emails, website and social posts for the Reverse Raffle.
Add-ons
Spotlight Table
$1,500 · 15 available
Reserved seating for 10 with table favors. 10 raffle tickets ($100 each). Promoted before, during and after the event.
Reserve →Entertainment Sponsor
$750 · Only 1
Your name on the entertainment for the night, on signage and from the stage.
Reserve →Prices are member rates. Not a member? You can still sponsor. Call Kelly for non-member rates.
To reserve, contact Kelly Allman at 252.441.8144 or [email protected].
Good to know
Quick answers
How much is a ticket?
Raffle tickets are $100 each. 2027 sales open in the summer; get on the update list to hear first.
Can my team sit together?
Yes. A Spotlight Table seats 10 and includes 10 raffle tickets and table favors.
Do I need to be a member?
No. Members and their guests make up the room, and non-members can sponsor too.
Is there food?
Yes. Last year local restaurants went head to head in the Battle of the Beach Bites for People's Choice.
Restaurant and want in?
Check "Serving food in the Beach Bites battle" on the update form and we'll reach out.
Where does the money go?
Every ticket supports the Chamber's advocacy, leadership development, economic prosperity and member programs.
Will your number be the last one standing?
Questions? Contact James Kahle at [email protected] or call the Chamber at 252.441.8144.
