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  • Ottawa Farmers and Makers Market

    Jackson Street 100 W Jackson Street, Ottawa, IL, United States

    The Ottawa Area Farmers & Makers Market is returning this season, and we couldn’t be more excited! Join us every Saturday from 8:00 AM – 12:30 PM, May 30th through […]

  • Ottawa’s Third Friday-July

    Downtown Ottawa

    Ottawa's Third Friday in Downtown Ottawa, Illinois Dates: May 15, June 19, July 17, August 21, and September 18 Location: Madison Street, Downtown Ottawa, Illinois Create memories that last a […]

  • Debate Days

    Downtown Ottawa

    Relive the most famous debate in history. Step into history as our community transforms into a scene from the past! Throughout Debate Days, you’ll find exciting events, live entertainment, and […]

  • Ottawa’s Third Friday-August

    Downtown Ottawa

    Ottawa's Third Friday in Downtown Ottawa, Illinois Dates: May 15, June 19, July 17, August 21, and September 18 Location: Madison Street, Downtown Ottawa, Illinois Create memories that last a […]

  • Ottawa’s Third Friday-September

    Downtown Ottawa

    Ottawa's Third Friday in Downtown Ottawa, Illinois Dates: May 15, June 19, July 17, August 21, and September 18 Location: Madison Street, Downtown Ottawa, Illinois Create memories that last a […]

  • Walk To End Alzheimer’s

    Jordan Block 101-123 W Main St,, Ottawa, IL, United States

    Join us at the Jordan Block on September 26, 2026, from 8-11 am for the Walk To End Alzheimer’s. More information coming soon!

  • Fall Fest

    Downtown Ottawa

    Join us for Fall Fest on Sunday, Oct. 4 in downtown Ottawa. More information coming soon!

  • Community Steak Fry

    Washington Square Park 101 E Lafayette St, Ottawa, Illinois

    Join us for the Illinois Valley Contractor Association's Community Steak Fry! Thursday, October 8, 2026 Washington Square + Jackson Street

  • A Victorian Haunting

    Reddick Mansion 100 W Lafayette St, Ottawa, IL, United States

    The Third Annual Victorian Haunting Returns… Escape from the Asylum The doors are creaking open once again for the Third Annual Victorian Haunting, and this year’s theme will test your nerves […]

  • Chris Kringle Market

    Jackson Street 100 W Jackson Street, Ottawa, IL, United States

    Holiday Traditions Start Here! Step into the magic of the season at the 2026 Ottawa Chris Kringle Market, where historic downtown Ottawa transforms into a charming European-style Christmas village—this year […]