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Lockport's Old Canal Days Set For June 11-14
The annual tradition will return, bringing the usual festivities like a carnival, artisan market, live music and more.
LOCKPORT, IL — Old Canal Days 2026 is set for June 11 to June 14, according to the Lockport Chamber of Commerce.
The annual tradition features a parade, family-friendly attractions, a carnival and rides, an artisan market and local vendors, and live music and entertainment. Food and beverage are also sold at the event.
More details to come on the exact schedule of the event, but the Chamber said the parade will once again kick off the weekend, with carnival rides and games open each festival day. Some attractions will include a petting zoo, caricature artists, cemetery history tours, and more.
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The artisan market will be held on Saturday, and a fireworks show will close out Sunday night festivities.
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