Old canal days

The annual Old Canal Days attracts thousands of residents and visitors from all over the state to celebrate the I&M Canal and its contributions to the success of Lockport.

The summer festival features a carnival, beer garden, live music, artisan market, food trucks, wine tent, family entertainment, fireworks and more!

June 6-9, 2024

LOCATION:
2nd St. & Canal Rd. (303 W. 2nd St.)

The annual Old Canal Days attracts thousands of residents and visitors from all over the state to celebrate the I&M Canal and its contributions to the success of Lockport.

The summer festival features a carnival, beer garden, live music, artisan market, food trucks, wine tent, family entertainment, fireworks and more!

Visit Old Canal Days website

Friends with Disabilities Carnival Day

This event is free for people with disabilities and five of their immediate family members from 2:00pm-
4:00pm on Thursday, June 6, 2024.

A wristband is issued on the day of the event and will only be givento those that have pre-registered by June 3, 2024. Be advised that no food vendors are open during event hours, but most restaurants within the area will be open.

Please complete the form and return to
the Lockport Chamber of Commerce at office@lockportchamber.com or drop off at the Chamber of Commerce 222 E. 9th Street; 3rd Floor.

Friends with Disabilities Registration Form

Participate in the Old Canal Days Parade

Hosted by the Lockport Chamber of Commerce, the annual Old Canal Days Parade is a celebration of our community organizations, businesses, elected officials, and surrounding area. Each year hundreds participants march down State Street with thousands of spectators cheering them on.

Entry Fees:
FREE for all Chamber Members, youth Groups, Not-For-Profits & Classic Cars

Non-Chamber Members – $160
Political – $200 (regardless of Chamber Membership Status)

To Register for the parade please complete the following steps.

1. Fill out and print the parade application here.

2. Please e-mail, mail or fax entry form (please include payment or pay online here) by May 3, 2024 to:

Lockport Chamber of Commerce
222 E. 9th Street, 3rd Floor
Lockport, IL 60441
E-Mail: office@lockportchamber.com
P: 815-838-3357 F: 815-838-2653

Become a Sponsor

Click on the sponsorship levels below to learn more about each opportunity.

Download a Mail-In Sponsor Form

Fireworks Sponsor - $13,000

  • Sponsor recognition as the Firework Sponsor in all advertising.
  • Business name included in the radio spot schedule.
  • Business logo included in any print advertising.
  • Sponsor recognition in the Old Canal Days brochure (est. 10,000)
  • Post Event Full Page Print ad inclusion in Joliet Herald News thanking sponsors.
  • Full page ad on the June monthly water bill insert (10,000 circ.).
  • Logo on the Old Canal Days website with a link to your business website.
  • Business name / logo included in Social Media promotion / posts.
  • Digital billboard recognition.
  • 25 complimentary drink tickets for each night’s entertainment schedule and to view the Firework display.
  • Complimentary parade entry.
  • 12 complimentary weekend VIP mega-passes to carnival.
  • Sponsor booth space within Old Canal Days area. (sponsor to provide table / tent)
  • Sponsor decal / sign for your business indicating you as a sponsor of Old Canal Days
  • Invitation to post event Sponsor Appreciation Party
  • Full Page Ad in Special Print Newspaper Direct Mailed to Households in 60441 Zip Code

Become a Sponsor Online Registration

Festival Sponsor - $10,000

  • Sponsor recognition as the Festival Sponsor in all advertising.
  • Business name included in the radio spot schedule.
  • Business logo included in any print advertising.
  • Sponsor recognition in the Old Canal Days brochure (est. 10,000)
  • Post Event Full Page Print ad inclusion in Joliet Herald News thanking sponsors.
  • Full page ad on the June monthly water bill insert (10,000 circ.).
  • Logo on the Old Canal Days website with a link to your business website.
  • Business name / logo included in Social Media promotion / posts.
  • Digital billboard recognition.
  • 25 complimentary drink tickets for each night’s entertainment schedule and to view the Firework display. Complimentary parade entry.
  • 12 complimentary weekend VIP mega-passes to carnival.
  • Sponsor booth space within Old Canal Days area. (sponsor to provide table / tent)
  • Sponsor decal / sign for your business indicating you as a sponsor of Old Canal Days
  • Invitation to post event Sponsor Appreciation Party
  • Full Page Ad in Special Print Newspaper Direct Mailed to Households in 60441 Zip Code

Become a Sponsor Online Registration

Main Stage Sponsor - $6,000

  • Give opening/welcoming comments on Main Stage on Friday night after parade.
  • On-stage recognition throughout all 3 days of the event (Friday/Saturday/Sunday)
  • Banner / flags on Main Stage throughout event
  • Sponsor recognition in the Old Canal Days brochure (est. 20,000)
  • Post Event Sponsor Thank You recognition inclusion in Full Page Print ad in Joliet Herald News.
  • ½ -page ad on the June monthly water bill insert (10,000 circ.).
  • Logo on the Old Canal Days website with a link to your business website.
  • Business name / logo included in Social Media promotion / posts.
  • Digital billboard recognition.
  • 15 complimentary drink tickets for each night’s entertainment schedule.
  • Complimentary parade entry.
  • 6 complimentary weekend VIP mega-passes to carnival.
  • Sponsor booth space within Old Canal Days area. (sponsor to provide table / tent)
  • Sponsor decal / sign for your business indicating you as a sponsor of Old Canal Days
  • Invitation to post event Sponsor Appreciation Party
  • ½ Page Ad in Special Print Newspaper Direct Mailed to Households in 60441 Zip Code

Become a Sponsor Online Registration

Entertainment Sponsor (headliner) $4,000 (Three Available)

  • On-stage recognition throughout the evening of headlining band sponsored night.
  • Opportunity to introduce band to the crowd on sponsored night.
  • Post Event Full Page Print ad inclusion in Joliet Herald News thanking sponsors.
  • Logo on the Old Canal Days website with a link to your business website.
  • Business name / logo included in Social Media promotion / posts.
  • Digital billboard recognition.
  • 15 complimentary drink tickets for sponsored night entertainment schedule.
  • Complimentary parade entry.
  • 2 complimentary weekend VIP mega-passes to carnival.
  • Sponsor booth space within Old Canal Days area. (sponsor to provide table / tent).
  • Sponsor decal / sign for your business indicating you as a sponsor of Old Canal Days
  • Invitation to post event Sponsor Appreciation Party
  • ½ Page Ad in Special Print Newspaper Direct Mailed to Households in 60441 Zip Code

Become a Sponsor Online Registration

Decorative Lighting Sponsor - $3,000 (Three Available)

  • Signage throughout the decorative event / patio area
  • Business name / logo recognition in our Instagram worthy photo op (ask for details)
  • Post Event Full Page Print ad inclusion in Joliet Herald News thanking sponsors.
  • Logo on the Old Canal Days website with a link to your business website.
  • Business name / logo included in Social Media promotion / posts.
  • Complimentary parade entry.
  • 2 complimentary weekend VIP mega-passes to carnival.
  • Sponsor booth space within Old Canal Days area. (sponsor to provide table / tent).
  • Sponsor decal / sign for your business indicating you as a sponsor of Old Canal Days
  • Invitation to post event Sponsor Appreciation Party
  • ½ Page Ad in Special Print Newspaper Direct Mailed to Households in 60441 Zip Code

Become a Sponsor Online Registration

Historic District Trolley Tour Sponsor - $3,000

  • Signage on and/or in the trolley
  • Company recognition by the tour guides throughout the tours
  • Post Event Full Page Print ad inclusion in Joliet Herald News thanking sponsors.
  • Logo on the Old Canal Days website with a link to your business website.
  • Business name / logo included in Social Media promotion / posts.
  • Complimentary parade entry.
  • 2 complimentary weekend VIP mega-passes to carnival.
  • Sponsor booth space within Old Canal Days area. (sponsor to provide table / tent).
  • Sponsor decal / sign for your business indicating you as a sponsor of Old Canal Days
  • Invitation to post event Sponsor Appreciation Party
  • ½ Page Ad in Special Print Newspaper Direct Mailed to Households in 60441 Zip Code

Become a Sponsor Online Registration

 

Sole T-shirt Sponsor - $2,500

  • Business logo prominently placed on the back of EVERY Old Canal Days volunteer t-shirt
  • Logo on the Old Canal Days website with a link to your business website.
  • Business name / logo included in Social Media promotion / posts.
  • Post Event Full Page Print ad inclusion in Joliet Herald News thanking sponsors.
  • Sponsor booth space within Old Canal Days area. (sponsor to provide table / tent).
  • Sponsor decal / sign for your business indicating you as a sponsor of Old Canal Days
  • Invitation to post event Sponsor Appreciation Party
  • ¼ Page Ad in Special Print Newspaper Direct Mailed to Households in 60441 Zip Code

Become a Sponsor Online Registration

Beer Tent Sponsor - $2,000

  • Banner / Signage inside Beer Tent
  • Signage placed on Beer Ticket Booth
  • Sponsor recognition in news releases.
  • Post Event Full Page Print ad inclusion in Joliet Herald News thanking sponsors.
  • 10 complimentary drink tickets for each night’s entertainment schedule.
  • Logo on the Old Canal Days website with a link to your business website.
  • Business name / logo included in Social Media promotion / posts.
  • Sponsor booth space within Old Canal Days area. (sponsor to provide table / tent).
  • Sponsor decal / sign for your business indicating you as a sponsor of Old Canal Days
  • Invitation to post event Sponsor Appreciation Party
  • ¼ Page Ad in Special Print Newspaper Direct Mailed to Households in 60441 Zip Code

Become a Sponsor Online Registration

Family Entertainment Sponsor - $1,500

  • Banner / Signage near family entertainment section
  • Post Event Full Page Print ad inclusion in Joliet Herald News thanking sponsors.
  • Sponsor recognition in news releases.
  • Logo on the Old Canal Days website with a link to your business website.
  • Business name / logo included in Social Media promotion / posts.
  • 2 complimentary weekend VIP mega-passes to carnival.
  • Sponsor booth space within Old Canal Days area. (sponsor to provide table / tent).
  • Sponsor decal / sign for your business indicating you as a sponsor of Old Canal Days
  • Invitation to post event Sponsor Appreciation Party
  • ¼ Page Ad in 50th Anniversary Special Print Newspaper Direct Mailed to all Households in 60441 Zip Code

Become a Sponsor Online Registration

Carnival Sponsor - $1,500

  • Name and logo printed on sponsor banner located in Carnival area.
  • Post Event Full Page Print ad inclusion in Joliet Herald News thanking sponsors.
  • 10 complimentary weekend VIP Mega-passes to carnival
  • Sponsor recognition in news releases.
  • Logo on the Old Canal Days website with a link to your business website.
  • Business name / logo included in Social Media promotion / posts.
  • Sponsor booth space within Old Canal Days area. (sponsor to provide table / tent).
  • ¼ Page Ad in Special Print Newspaper Direct Mailed to Households in 60441 Zip Code

Become a Sponsor Online Registration

Parking Sponsor - $1,000

  • Banner / Signage at parking entrance
  • Post Event Full Page Print ad in inclusion Joliet Herald News thanking sponsors.
  • Opportunity to distribute business information at gate or to place on car windshields
  • Sponsor recognition in news releases.
  • 2 complimentary weekend VIP Mega-passes to carnival
  • Logo on the Old Canal Days website with a link to your business website.
  • Business name / logo included in Social Media promotion / posts.
  • Sponsor booth space within Old Canal Days area. (sponsor to provide table / tent).
  • Sponsor decal / sign for your business indicating you as a sponsor of Old Canal Days
  • Invitation to post event Sponsor Appreciation Party
  • ¼ Page Ad in Special Print Newspaper Direct Mailed to Households in 60441 Zip Code

Become a Sponsor Online Registration

Parade Sponsor - $500

  • Name and logo printed on lead entry banner of the parade.
  • Complimentary parade entry
  • Name mentioned as parade sponsor during parade TV taping to be aired on LCTV.
  • Name and logo printed on sponsor banner leading the parade.
  • Sponsor recognition in news releases.
  • Post Event Full Page Print ad inclusion in Joliet Herald News thanking sponsors.
  • Logo on the Old Canal Days website with a link to your business website.
  • Business name / logo included in Social Media promotion / posts.
  • Sponsor booth space within Old Canal Days area. (sponsor to provide table / tent).
  • Sponsor decal / sign for your business indicating you as a sponsor of Old Canal Days
  • Invitation to post event Sponsor Appreciation Party
  • Business Card Ad in Special Print Newspaper Direct Mailed to Households in 60441 Zip Code

Become a Sponsor Online Registration

Old Canal Days logo

Volunteer

Old Canal days runs each year due to the commitment of our Volunteer team!

We are currently looking for volunteers to serve during a variety of times / dates in several event areas June 6-9, 2024

Sign Up Here

Carnival MEGA-PASS Coming Soon!

  • Unlimited Rides All Four Days
  • $55 Pre-Sold if Purchased Prior to Event Date;
  • $65 Purchased at the Event

Become An Artisan Market Vendor

Calling all Artisans, Makers and Crafters…if you are looking for the PERFECT show to start your season-this is it! We are a HANDMADE market and JURY every applicant.

Become A Food Vendor

Due to space limitations, a limited amount of FOOD VENDORS will be allowed to participate.

To apply for consideration as a FOOD VENDOR complete the Old Canal Days Food Vendor Agreement 2024

FESTIVAL SPONSORED BY

CITGO sponsor logo
Shell Logo

MAIN STAGE SPONSORED BY

Old National Bank Logo
Old National Bank Logo

ENTERTAINMENT SPONSORED BY

Country Financial

HISTORIC TROLLEY TOUR SPONSORED BY

Lewis University Logo
Lockport Area Genealogical & Historical Society

T-SHIRT SPONSORED BY

Christopher Burke Engineering

BEER TENT SPONSORED BY

Christopher Burke Engineering
Lock and Mule logo
Prologis logo

FAMILY ENTERTAINMENT SPONSORED BY

Elite Door Systems logo
Greif Packaging Success Together

CARNIVAL SPONSORED BY

Chamlin
Holiday Inn Express Logo
V3 Companies
Julian Electric
Lockport Express Medical

PARKING SPONSORED BY

Beanies Candy Store and Ice Cream
renewal by Anderson
Bath Planet

PARADE SPONSORED BY

Life Purpose
Greif Packaging Success Together
Likar Insurance Agents
PM Tax logo
Susie Sheehan State Farm logo
Lockport Woman's Club logo
Hellsgate Haunted House Logo
Tria
LeafGuard Logo
HR Green
Legacy Adventure Park logo
Silver Cross Hospital Logo
Window Works logo
District 91 hornet pride logo

ATM SPONSORED BY

Canals and Trails Credit Union logo

SOCIAL MEDIA SPONSORED BY

Launch Marketing