Ribbon Cuttings

Whether you are a new business entering Lockport and seeking support or you are commemorating a milestone within your organization, there is always a reason to celebrate with a Ribbon Cutting Event!

Member Responsibilities

1. Reserve Your Date
Contact the Chamber office at least six weeks in advance to check availability. Please have three potential dates ready for consideration.

2. Arrange Refreshments
We recommend partnering with a fellow Chamber member who offers catering services or feel free to provide your own selection of food and beverages.

3. Plan an Engaging Event
Make it memorable! Consider choosing a fun theme, organizing a raffle, or incorporating a hands-on activity to encourage participation.

4. Spread the Word
Invite your network—including friends, family, loyal customers, and trusted vendors—to ensure a great turnout.

5. Show Appreciation
Be sure to send thank-you notes or follow-up emails to those who attended to show your gratitude and leave a lasting impression.

Lockport Chamber Responsibilities

1. Expert Guidance
Our Manager of Chamber Operations is available to help you brainstorm ideas and share best practices to ensure your event is a success.

2. Promotional Support
We’ll spread the word by including your event in our website calendar, and on our social media pages.

3. Board/Ambassador Presence
Chamber Board Members and Ambassadors will be on-site to welcome guests and help foster connections throughout the event.

4. Event Photography
A designated photographer will attend to capture moments during your event for use in future promotions and publications.

Scooter's Coffee Ribbon Cutting

August 8, 2025

11:00 AM - 1:00 PM

Scooters Coffee

904 E. 9th St Lockport

Join us for our next Ribbon Cutting Ceremony, to welcome Scooter's Coffee to our community! The ribbon cutting will take place on Friday, August 8 from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM. We are excited for the grand opening of Scooter's Coffee, a drive-thru coffeehouse, offering hot and cold drinks including coffee, tea, and smoothies. Scooter's also offers a variety of food items such as pastries, breakfast burritos, and breakfast sandwiches. We will see you there!

Give Something Back Ribbon Cutting

August 12, 2025

5:00 PM - 7:00 PM

Give Something Back

11614 W 159th St suite 301, Lockport, IL, USA

Join us in welcoming Give Something Back to The Lockport Chamber of Commerce with a special Ribbon Cutting Ceremony on Tuesday, August 12 from 4:00 to 6:00 PM. Give Something Back is a national non-profit organization dedicated to helping young people who face significant challenges graduating from high school and college. Of the 2,000 students they’ve supported so far, over 80% have earned a post-secondary degree or are currently on track to do so. We are proud to celebrate this organization in our community. Come meet the team, learn more about their impactful mission, and show your support as they continue this important work in Lockport and surrounding areas.

S&T Too Pizza Ribbon Cutting

September 16, 2025

5:00 PM - 7:00 PM

S&T Too Pizza Lockport

460 Summit Drive, Lockport, IL, USA

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