Taste of Northmont - Summer 2025

Why Participate?

Cost-Effective:

• FREE for members and just $50 for non-members.

Increased Foot Traffic

Direct Customer Engagment

Enhanced Visibiity

Community Connection

Community Engagement Tools:

• Participant Passport Card: Community members collect stamps at each participating location, encouraging them to explore Northmont’s diverse dining and business options. Passports will be available at your location and through other chamber members from June through July.
• QR Code Check-Ins: Each location will have a unique QR code for easy check-ins via our event app, keeping your promotions front and center.
• Social Media & Prizes: Every stamp or check-in earns customers a chance to win prizes, including community business gift cards, baskets and a 70" flat screen TV. We’ll also drive online buzz on the Chamber side.

Ways to Participate:

• Signature Dish Specials:

Create a limited-time dish or tasting plate specifically for Taste of Northmont using your existing ingredients.

• Exclusive Passport Discounts: (these are examples of things you can do)

• Percentage Discounts: 10–20% off any purchase

• Buy-One-Get-One Offers: BOGO on select items or services 

• Tiered Rewards: Extra discounts on “double stamp” days or once a customer hits a certain number of check-ins
  These ongoing, consistent discounts (e.g., 20% off average) encourage multiple visits and cross-promotion with restaurants.

-Not a retail store or restaurant? Do a raffle to give away something fun like gift cards, merchandise from another chamber members, a bicycle and more! Get creative!!

-To automate ticketing and winner selection, consider digital raffle platforms that integrate with your website or social feeds, making entry as simple as scanning a QR code in-store.

• Interactive Events:

Host short cooking demos, chef meet-and-greets, or themed nights that show off what makes your restaurant unique.

• Social Media Contests:

Encourage guests to post pictures of their meals online for a chance at extra discounts or additional prizes.

• Cross-Promotional Partnerships:

Team up with a local non-food business (like a retail store, gym, or boutique) to offer joint discount coupons for both shopping and dining. This helps you reach new customers while strengthening community connections.

I can't be a stop: How else can I participate?

Gift cards, baskets and other prize donations are needed to keep the community engaged all summer.