Bike Share Official Ribbon Cutting

The City is participating in a regional bike share program along the I&M Canal through the Canal Corridor Association. Join CCA and the Lockport Woman's Club for the Official Ribbon Cutting.

Saturday, August 24 at 10:00 a.m.Public Landing Restaurant, P...

Downtown Parking Enforcement Ban Lifted

Due to recent completion of the construction project on the Hamilton Public Parking Lot, the downtown overnight parking enforcement ban has been lifted and enforcement will resume.

The City's Overnight Parking Ban prohibits parking on any street with a cur...

Car Show on August 12

Due to the expected weather forecast, including storms and high winds, this evening's car show has been cancelled. 

However, our sponsor of tonight's show, Will County Auto Rebuilders Association will be sponsoring a huge car show and swap meet th...

Adirondack Chairs Auction

Hosted by the Summer Art Series, select Adirondack chairs on display throughout the City this summer, will be available to take home through a public auction held on August 26 at the last Cruisin' Into Lockport classic car show of the summer. Each chair i...

Strategic Plan Survey

The City of Lockport is seeking resident input in the strategic planning process through an online survey available now. Participating City residents will be providing valuable feedback about the community, City governance, and strategic priorities. Respo...

National Night Out

The Lockport Police Department invites all residents and community members from the City to join over 28 million neighbors across 16 thousand communities from all 50 states, U.S. territories and military bases worldwide to our 11th Annual National Night O...

Cooling Centers Open

Due to excessive heat expected on Friday, cooling centers will be open at the following locations in Lockport:

City Hall222 E. 9th Street8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.Police Department1212 Farrell Road8 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.Lockport Township1463 Farrell Road 9 a...

Waste Management Service Notice

Due to the excessive heat that is expected later this week, Waste Management is requesting to begin scheduled pick up on Thursday and Friday at 5 a.m. instead of 6 a.m. If your regular pick up day is on Thursday or Friday, please put your garbage and recy...

Water Quality Report 2018

The purpose of the Consumer Confidence Report is intended to provide important information about drinking water and the efforts made by the water system to provide safe drinking water. The source of drinking water used by Lockport is ground water.&nbs...

TRIAD Event

Tuesday, July 16 at 9 AMPhysical & Emotional Well-BeingA practice for our daily lives to help diminish memory loss. Presented by Andrea Carli, a Certified Natural Health Practitioner, Reflexologist.

Lockport Township1463 S. Farrell RoadAdvance...

Independence Day Fireworks

Join the Lockport community in celebrating Independence Day at the annual summer fireworks show on Wednesday, July 3 in Dellwood Park. Fireworks begin at dusk.

Beautification Contest

If you have a beautiful garden or landscaping, showcase your property and community pride by entering the Beautification Committee's Property Recognition Contest. Now through August 1.

Parade Route Detour

Issued by Lockport Emergency Management: 

State Street will be closed between Thornton and Division Streets beginning on Friday, June 14 at 5:30 p.m. for the Old Canal Days parade. This closure INCLUDES 9th and State.

All traffic will be diverted t...

Old Canal Days

Join us for our annual festival, Old Canal Days! 

The carnival begins on Thursday, June 13 at 5 p.m. and the rest of the festivities will start Friday, June 14 through Sunday, June 16. 

Featuring live music, parade on State Street, lock to...

New Building Codes

Attention developers, contractors, business owners, and property owners: As of July 1, 2019, the City of Lockport will be implementing new building codes.

TRIAD Event

Wednesday, June 19 at 9 a.m.Illinois Attorney General Silver Beat & Senior FraudLockport Police DepartmentCommunity Room1212 S. Farrell RoadLockport, IL 60441No registration is required. Please contact Officer Jeren Szmergalski at (815) 838-2132 if yo...

Water Quality Report 2018

The purpose of the Consumer Confidence Report is intended to provide important information about drinking water and the efforts made by the water system to provide safe drinking water. The source of drinking water used by Lockport is ground water.&nbs...

State Street Project Update

PRESS RELEASECity of Lockport222 E. 9th StreetLockport, IL 60441

May 30, 2019

State Street Project Road Resurfacing to Begin Friday, May 31

Lockport, Ill. – Road resurfacing work for the State Street construction project is scheduled to beg...

Memorial Day Ceremony & More

Memorial Day Ceremony: Join us for the Annual Memorial Day Ceremony on Monday, May 27 to honor those that we have lost while serving in United States Armed Forces . The ceremony will be held at Lockport Cemetery, 500 Madison Street and will begin...

TRIAD: May 15 and June 19

Wednesday, May 15 at 9 a.m.Senior Star of Romeoville will be speaking about Alzheimer's and dementia and how it affects the care giver and family.Wednesday, May 19 at 9 a.m.Lt. Brian Gimble, Lockport Township Fire Protection District 

Lockport Pol...

Division Street Detour

Construction on Division Street Watermain from State to Briggs is expected to begin on Monday, April 22. The contractor will begin staging with detours expected mid to late next week.

Detour: On Division Street between State and Briggs in two-block increme...

Broken Arrow Utility Work

Landscape repairs will be performed by ACT, on behalf of AT&T, resulting from utility work earlier this year. Repairs are expected to be completed by May 20, 2019.

Residents are asked to please call AT&T directly at (800) 843-6581 with any question...

Public Meeting: 9th Street Phase I Engineering

The City of Lockport and consultant engineers Christopher B. Burke Engineering, Ltd. (CBBEL) are holding a Public Information Meeting for the E. 9th Street (IL-7) Lincoln Street to Summit Drive - Phase I Engineering Study on Thursday, April 25 from 4-6 PM...

Yard Waste Service Resumes

Waste Management will pick up yard waste the last week of March through the first full week of December. 

Acceptable Materials:

• Grass clippings
• Leaves
• Tree branches (broken into a manageable length)
• Brush (bundled, maximum 4 feet, 50 pounds)

N...

2019 Consolidated Election

Early voting continues this week at the Lockport Township, located at 1463 S. Farrell Road, Suite 102, Wednesday, March 27 through Friday, March 29 between 9 AM to 4 PM. The last day for early voting at Lockport Township is Saturday, March 30 from 9 AM to...

State of the City Address

Mayor Streit will be delivering the annual State of the City Address on Tuesday, April 16 at The Monte Bello Estate in Lockport. The address is sponsored by the Lockport Chamber of Commerce. 

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Downtown Restaurant Week

Our downtown restaurant scene has much to offer! From Saturday, March 2 to Sunday, March 10, join our participating restaurants in celebration of Downtown Lockport Restaurant Week. Try something new or return to one of your local favorites! 

Parti...

PureFest Improv and Sketch Festival

PureFest is Chicago's second annual faith-based improv and sketch festival. The afternoon will be packed full of clean, family-friendly live theater for all ages. We have improv and sketch teams coming from all over the country! They have three college tr...

Fridays in the Park with Abe

Come out to this 2nd annual event for live music, food, beverages and a rockin’ time at the Lincoln Landing outdoor venue (next to the Gaylord Building).
Remember to bring your chairs or blankets for a night of music and fun.

Adirondack Chairs

Adirondack chairs are on display this summer throughout the City for all to relax and enjoy! Hosted by the Summer Arts Series, each chair is sponsored and painted by participating businesses and community partners.

Cruisin' Into Lockport

Our weekly car show runs from June thru the end of August. The food court opens at 5 p.m. and the entertainment begins at 6:30 p.m.

Adirondack Chairs

Adirondack Chairs are coming to local businesses this summer! Design your own custom chair and display it outside of your business. 

Sponsored by the City's Summer Arts Series Committee, in partnership with Trinity Services, Inc. If you are a loca...

Gallery Seven Member Exhibit

Visit the Gallery Seven website for more details.

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Lockport Love's Candlelight Bowl

Lockport Love's Annual Candlelight Bowl will be held on May 17, 2019, 6 PM at Strike N Spare II in Lockport. Dinner will be provided by Sizzles. 

Tickets are $25 a person, and includes three games of bowling and dinner. Come out for a fun night wi...

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Nixle Alerts

Looking to receive alerts from us to stay up-to-date with relevant information? We use Nixle to send out alerts on severe weather alerts, criminal activities, severe traffic, watermain breaks, water shut offs and more. 

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Prevent Vehicle Break Ins

Unlocked or unattended running vehicles make easy targets for unwanted crime in the community. Some of these crimes could be prevented by ensuring that vehicles are locked overnight and occupied while running.

Broken Arrow Utility Work

Landscape repairs will be performed by ACT, on behalf of AT&T, resulting from utility work earlier this year. Repairs are expected to be completed by May 20, 2019.

Residents are asked to please call AT&T directly at (800) 843-6581 with any question...