Participate and/or Sponsor the Lakewood Chamber's
Spot What's Hot - Race for the Chamber Cup
This summer, Lakewood residents will vote with their check-ins at participating local businesses, helping one special establishment earn the title of Lakewood’s Hottest
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Participate and/or Sponsor the Lakewood Chamber's
Spot What's Hot - Race for the Chamber Cup
This summer, Lakewood residents will vote with their check-ins at participating local businesses, helping one special establishment earn the title of Lakewood’s Hottest
Spot for 2026 and take home the traveling Chamber Cup trophy until next year’s winner is announced.
The Lakewood Hot Spot Challenge is a city-wide summer competition running from July 13 through August 29 that encourages residents and visitors to explore local businesses, earn points, shop local, and support their favorite Lakewood hot spots through digital check-ins on a map (similar to what was used during the Elf Challenge). Participating businesses select a participation level that determines how many points players earn when checking in at their location, with higher point-value levels creating stronger incentives for participants to visit, check in, and earn points throughout the challenge. Players compete for community gift card prizes, while participating businesses compete for the highest point totals and the title of Lakewood’s Hottest Spot of 2026.
Why Participate?
Increased Foot Traffic ❋ Bring new and returning customers through your doors during the lay summer season..
Community Visibility ❋ Your business appears on the official Lakewood Hot Spot Challenge GAME Map, and is promoted on the Chamber’s site and social channels.
Increase Summer Traffic ❋ Be part of a fun, family-friendly tradition that connects residents and visitors with Lakewood’s local businesses.
What Your Business Receives:
• Lakewood Hot Spot Challenge GAME map listing
• A framed QR code sign for customer check-ins
• Window cling highlighting participation
• Chamber promotion through web, email, and social media throughout the campaign
• Hot Spot graphic toolkit with ideas for social media (hot products, specials, favorite finds, etc.)
• Increased visibility and repeat customer visits throughout the summer
• The opportunity to compete for the title of Lakewood’s Hottest Spot of 2026
THE WINNING BUSINESS RECEIVES
• Chamber-wide recognition and online promotion celebrating the winning business
• The traveling Chamber Cup trophy to display at their establishment until next year’s challenge
Key Dates:
Commit by ❋ July 6, 2026
Event live ❋ July 13 through August 29, 2026
Prize drawings ❋August 31, 2026
Lakewood, Ohio
