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 8- 11, 2023
LOCATION:
2nd St. & Canal Rd. (Old Chevron Site)
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!
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 14, 2023 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.
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 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)
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 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)
Main Stage Sponsor - $5,000
- 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 on Main Stage throughout event • Sponsor recognition in the Old Canal Days brochure (est. 20,000)
- Post Event Sponsor Thank You recognition 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)
- Chamber members will receive a dedicated Facebook campaign promoting their individual business, Chamber membership and community involvement (up to $200 value)
Entertainment Sponsor (headliner) Three Available- $4,000
- 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 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).
- Chamber members will receive a dedicated Facebook campaign promoting their individual business, Chamber membership and community involvement (up to $200 value)
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 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
- Complimentary parade entry.
- 2 complimentary weekend VIP mega-passes to carnival.
- Sponsor booth space within Old Canal Days area. (sponsor to provide table / tent).
- Chamber members will receive a dedicated Facebook campaign promoting their individual business, Chamber membership and community involvement (up to $200 value)
SOLD OUT - 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 in Joliet Herald News thanking sponsors.
- Sponsor booth space within Old Canal Days area. (sponsor to provide table / tent).
- Chamber members will receive a dedicated Facebook campaign promoting their individual business, Chamber membership and community involvement (up to $200 value)
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 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.
- Digital billboard recognition.
- Sponsor booth space within Old Canal Days area. (sponsor to provide table / tent).
- Chamber members will receive a dedicated Facebook campaign promoting their individual business, Chamber membership and community involvement (up to $200 value)
Family Entertainment Sponsor - $1,500
- Banner / Signage near family entertainment section
- Post Event Full Page Print ad 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).
- Chamber members will receive a dedicated Facebook campaign promoting their individual business, Chamber membership and community involvement (up to $200 value)
Carnival Sponsor - $1,500
- Name and logo printed on sponsor banner located in Carnival area.
- Post Event Full Page Print ad 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).
- Chamber members will receive a dedicated Facebook campaign promoting their individual business, Chamber membership and community involvement (up to $200 value)
Parking Sponsor - $1,000
- • Banner / Signage at parking entrance
- Post Event Full Page Print ad in 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).
- Chamber members will receive a dedicated Facebook campaign promoting their individual business, Chamber membership and community involvement (up to $200 value)
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 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).
- Chamber members will receive a dedicated Facebook campaign promoting their individual business, Chamber membership and community involvement (up to $200 value)
Carnival MEGA-PASS
- 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.
Please send us your application to be considered for the Artisan Market at Old Canal Days in Lockport June 10th & 11th, 2023
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 2023