Chamber of Commerce

The Cozad Chamber of Commerce, Cozad Development Corporation, and the Cozad Community Foundation offices will be closed from Friday, August 29th through Monday, September 1st in observance of Labor Day.

We'll resume regular business hours on Tuesday, September 2nd.

🎉 Wishing everyone a safe, relaxing weekend and a Happy Labor Day

✨🎄 Save the Date! 🎄✨

Mingle on the Meridian is coming to Cozad, NE on Saturday, November 1st, 2025 from 9 AM – 4 PM! 🎁🛍️

Kick off the holiday season by visiting participating locations for their Christmas Open Houses, filled with festive cheer, unique gifts, and in-store specials. It’s the perfect way to get a head start on your Christmas shopping while unwrapping the magic of the Christmas right here in Cozad.

👉 Mark your calendars and make plans to shop, mingle, and celebrate the holidays with us!

#DowntownCozad #MingleOnTheMeridian #ShopLocal #CozadChristmas

Mark your calendars for Friday, September 27th and swing by Scooter’s Coffee in Cozad. 25% of all proceeds will be donated to Learning Adventures Child Care Center—helping build a brand-new playground for the kiddos! 🎉

Your morning coffee run = more fun for our little learners. 🌟

🌽🍞 Cozad Maker Market — Every Tuesday! 🎨🛍

Join us every Tuesday from 5 to 7 PM at the Cozad Maker Market!

✨ Pick up fresh veggies, home-baked treats, and shop a variety of unique crafts from local makers.

#CozadMakerMarket #ShopLocal #FarmFresh #FarmersMarket

The Cozad Community Leaders invite you to their 3rd Music Monday of 2025, happening Monday, August 25th. Enjoy live music by Kiley & Co, delicious food from Charitable Fund of Cozad, cold drinks from Studio 6 Bistro, and sweets from the Cozad Association of Churches.

🎉 We had a very special visitor at the Chamber Office — Andrew Cozad stopped by and generously purchased 2 sheets of Haydays tickets to give away! That means… it’s competition time! 🎟️

📸 Here’s how to enter:

Share your favorite Haydays memory in the comments below — photos are encouraged but not required!
🗓️ You have until Friday, August 22nd at 5 PM to post.
🎥 We’ll draw the winner LIVE on Monday, August 25th!

All entries will be placed into a blind drawing, one entry per person. We can't wait to see your Haydays memories! 🌟

#Haydays2025 #CozadChamber #TicketGiveaway #HaydaysMemories #CozadCommunityLeaders

Mark your calendars! The Cozad Community Leaders invite you to their 2nd Music Monday of 2026, happening Monday, August 11th. Enjoy live music by Rockin' Woody, delicious food from Papa Willis’s BBQ and the Cozad Cheerleaders, cold drinks from Meridian Tap House, and sweet treats from the Fine Arts Booster Club.

🚗 Blacktop Classics Car Show Winners! 🏆
In no particular order, here are the Winners and Runner-Ups from the 2nd Annual Blacktop Classics Car Show, held Saturday, August 2nd in downtown Cozad!

🔥 Motorcycle Division
🏍 Runner-Up: Kwis with a 2008 Big Dog K9
🥇 1st Place: Kent Bartlett with a 2020 Harley Davidson Tri-Glide Ultra

🛻 Pickup Division
🚗 Runner-Up: Carolyn Rhoden with a 1955 Chevy Pickup Cameo
🥇 1st Place: Dan Troyer in his 1946 Chevy C.O.E.

🧰 Rat Rod Division
🚙 Runner-Up: Ken Kenning in his 1929 Dodge Victory
🥇 1st Place: Kenny Peterson in a 1919 Dodge Roadster Pickup

🚘 Car Division – Runners-Up (in no particular order)
• Mark Metzger – 1970 Pontiac GTO
• Earl Roseby – 1970 Plymouth CUDA
• Bil & Chris Ross – 1932 Ford 3 Window Coupe
• Richard & Donna Hernang – 1972 Dodge Dart
• John & Carol Merksick – 1954 Chevy Delivery Sedan

🏅 Car Division – Top 5 (in no particular order)
• Steve & Marshy Everett – 1972 Chevy Chevelle
• Duane Miller – Ford Shelby Replica Cobra
• Perry Greco – 1967 Chevy Camaro
• Larry Cohn – 1955 Pontiac Safari
• Doug Dahlgren – 1968 Chevy Camaro

👏 A huge THANK YOU to everyone who participated, volunteered, and came out to support this year’s show! We had an incredible turnout, and we can't wait to see you all again next year!

🎉 The Cozad Chamber of Commerce was thrilled to help Meridian Events celebrate their Grand Opening and Ribbon Cutting on July 31st, 2025!

Looking for a place to host your next event? Meridian Events has a stunning space that can accommodate nearly any occasion—reach out to them for rental info!

👏 Welcome to the Cozad community, and thank you for letting us be part of your big day. We’re so excited to see all that’s ahead for you!

🎆 The Chamber will be closed tomorrow, July 4th, in observance of Independence Day! We’ll reopen Monday, July 7th. Wishing everyone a Safe and Happy 4th of July! 👉 Swing by today to grab your Bands, Brews, & BBQ's tickets — or stop by Big E's to get yours!

☕ Looking for a great job?

Brew’d Awakening is hiring! Stop by today and pick up an application — join a fun team and start your next adventure!

🎉 Another round of awesome vendors is joining us at the Green Space on July 12th! Stop by anytime between 9 AM and 4 PM to explore crafts, sweets, and so much more!

✨ Bonus: Let the kids burn off some energy in the bounce houses while you shop! Then, grab a bite at one of our fantastic local restaurants and discover all the amazing businesses Cozad has to offer!

👉 Mark your calendars — you won’t want to miss it!

🌽🍞 Cozad Maker Market — Every Tuesday! 🎨🛍

Join us every Tuesday from 5 to 7 PM at the Cozad Maker Market!

✨ Pick up fresh veggies, home-baked treats, and shop a variety of unique crafts from local makers.

#CozadMakerMarket #ShopLocal #FarmFresh #FarmersMarket

🎉 Check out some of the awesome vendors joining us for the Vendor Show at Bands, Brews & BBQ’s on July 12th! 🎉

From unique crafts to delicious treats and everything in between — you won’t want to miss the chance to shop local and support these incredible businesses while enjoying all the fun!

📅 July 12th
📍 Bands, Brews & BBQ’s — Cozad
✨ If you’d like to be a vendor, contact us today — spots are limited!

🎉 Join us in welcoming Show Time Painting to the Cozad community! 🎉 Stop by Runza on July 7th at 9 AM as we celebrate their Chamber membership and officially welcome them to town! While 2025 marks their 5th year in business, Show Time has already started making their mark locally since joining the Cozad Chamber in April. ✅ Come say hello ✅ Check out their equipment ✅ Get a look at their brand-new line striper!

🎉 T-24 DAYS! 🎉 Get your tickets now for Bands, Brews, & BBQ's — Cozad’s biggest summer bash! 🔥🍻🎶 🎟 Presale Tickets (through July 10th) 👉 Available at the Chamber Office or Big E’s Adults: $20 Kids 10 & under: $10 🎟 Day-Of Prices Adults: $30 Kids 10 & under: $15 🍖 ALL YOU CAN EAT BBQ from 7 local grill masters! 🎸 Live music by Sweetwater (6:30–8:30 PM) 🎤 Tyler Anthony keeps the party going (9 PM–12 AM) Mark your calendars — it’s going to be an unforgettable night! 🌟 #BandsBrewsBBQs #CozadChamber

📢 Office Closed Today We’re sorry for the inconvenience—our office is closed today. Thank you for your understanding!

🏡✨ Chamber Member Announcement! ✨🏡 The Cozad Chamber is proud to welcome DAP Investments, LLC as our newest Chamber Member! Specializing in real estate and property management, DAP Investments is dedicated to providing affordable rental homes right here in the Dawson County area — meeting a real need in our community. 💼🔑 We're excited to have them on board and look forward to seeing the positive impact they’ll make!

Heads Up! The Chamber Office will be Closed April 30 – May 2 I'll be out of the office attending the Annual Mid-America Chamber Executives Conference in South Dakota, connecting with peers and bringing back fresh ideas for our community! While the office is closed, I’ll be checking emails as time allows—so feel free to reach out if you need anything. Thanks for your understanding!