Innovation doesn't happen in a vacuum—it happens in the heart of our community. This week, Chico Start partnered with Mechanics Bank, Accelerate California, Tri Counties Bank, and HaBO to host an intensive, all-day workshop series designed to fuel Chico’s startup ecosystem.

It was a great reminder of why we turned this beautiful, historical building into a hub for community.

From high-energy dancing to sisterhood snapshots, see how Sigma Kappa Chico utilized our 11,000-square-foot historic ballroom for an unforgettable T-Shirt Dance. Discover why The Westport is the premier 'home base' for Downtown Chico Greek Life.

When the weather forecast threatened a November backyard wedding, we had exactly five days to pivot. At the time, our building was still filled with retail furniture—but we couldn't say no.

Read the story of how we cleared the floors, shifted gears, and hosted our very first wedding for 150 guests at The Westport. It was a whirlwind of hard work, fast moves, and pure magic that we’ll never forget!