Established

1905

Davis Chamber of Commerce

« »
121
Years Young
Davis community activities

The oldest business organization in a city where the median age is 26.

Founded to bring the University of California to Davis. 121 years later, we are still building this city together.

A City Transformed

Then
1870

"Davisville" Population: 400

A railroad stop and farming hamlet, named after Jerome C. Davis. The university was still 35 years away.

Now
2026

Davis Population: 67,000

A thriving college city with 41,239 students, $13.18 billion in annual UC Davis economic impact, and the most bike lanes in America.

Then
1967

First Bike Lane in America

Davis painted the nation's first on-street bike lanes, an act of civic imagination that changed transportation history.

Now
2026

100+ Miles of Bike Lanes, 25 Bridges

The most bike-friendly city in the United States, with a complete cycling network connecting every neighborhood, school, and business district.

Then
1976

Davis Farmers Market Opens

A handful of local growers set up tables in Central Park. It became California's first certified farmers market.

Now
2026

50th Anniversary, 90 Vendors, 500K Visitors

Celebrating half a century this year. From a few tables to 90 vendors and over 500,000 visitors annually, the heart of Saturday morning in Davis.

Then
1905

Chamber Founded to Recruit UC

Davis business leaders formed the Chamber of Commerce with one mission: convince the University of California to build its agriculture school here.

Now
2026

337+ Member Businesses Strong

121 years later, the Chamber connects over 337 member businesses, hosts signature community events, and advocates for the business community that built Davis.

Chapter by Chapter, Building Davis

Four pillars that have guided the Chamber's work for over a century, now serving the next generation of Davis businesses.

I

Business Advocacy

Representing 337+ member businesses at city council, the county, and Sacramento. From zoning to taxes, we make sure the business voice is heard where decisions are made.

II

Networking & Connection

Monthly mixers, business breakfasts, and industry roundtables. In a city of 67,000, the Chamber is where business owners meet, collaborate, and grow together.

III

Workforce & Talent

Connecting 41,239 UC Davis students and graduates to local businesses. Internships, job fairs, and talent pipelines that keep the brightest minds in Davis.

IV

Community Celebrations

Celebrate Davis, Family Fun Fest, Dia de los Muertos, the Annual Golf Tournament, and ribbon cuttings. Events that bring 500,000+ attendees together every year.

Mark Your Calendar

Every event is a chapter in Davis's story. Here is what is coming next.

Live music at Celebrate Davis
Jul 12 2026
Festival

Celebrate Davis

Davis's signature summer festival returns with live music, local food vendors, art, and community celebration in Central Park. The biggest gathering of the year.

Mariachi at Dia de los Muertos
Nov 1 2026
Cultural Celebration

Dia de los Muertos

Honoring heritage through mariachi, traditional dancers, handcrafted ofrendas, and community art. A vibrant celebration of life and remembrance.

Family Fun Fest
Sep 20 2026
Family

Family Fun Fest

Activities for all ages, local business booths, games, food, and entertainment. Bring the whole family and discover why Davis is the best place to grow up.

Old Wisdom, Young Energy

1905
Chamber founded to recruit UC Davis
26.4
Median age (youngest in the region)
50th
Farmers Market anniversary in 2026
$13.18B
UC Davis annual economic impact
337+
Chamber member businesses
1967
First bike lane in America
41,239
UC Davis students enrolled
500K+
Farmers Market visitors annually

The Stewards of Davis Business

Rusty Seymour

Rusty Seymour

Board Chair

Leading the chamber's strategic vision for Davis's business community.

Carrie Rohrbach

Carrie Rohrbach

Executive Director

Driving the chamber's mission to strengthen businesses and community connections.

Bobbi Vaughn

Bobbi Vaughn

Events & Communications

Creating the events and programs that bring Davis's business community together.

Our Partners

121 years of
building Davis.

From a railroad stop to a world-class university town, the Chamber has been at the center of every chapter.

Your chapter
starts now.

Join 337+ businesses shaping the future of Davis. Advocacy, connections, visibility, and community.

Become a Member