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Ottawa Farmers and Makers Market

Jackson Street 100 W Jackson Street, Ottawa, Illinois

Don’t Miss the Farmers and Makers Market on October 12th! Kick off your Saturday morning with an exciting market experience from 8:00 AM to 12:30 PM. Enjoy fresh produce, local honey, handmade crafts, and delectable local treats. Savor a variety of farm-fresh fruits and vegetables. Discover unique, handcrafted treasures from talented local artisans. Delight in […]

Ottawa’s Smoketoberfest

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

Join us on Saturday, October 12, 2024, for Ottawa’s Smoketober Fest & BBQ Competition at the Jordan Block in beautiful downtown Ottawa, from 12 PM to 5 PM. Enjoy live music, rib tasting, whiskey, and bourbon tastings, and an exciting BBQ competition. This year, we’re thrilled to introduce brisket to the competition, with competitors starting […]

Help Us Decorate the Community Christmas Tree!

Open Space Art Gallery & Studio 223 W Madison St, Ottawa, Illinois

Families are invited to create unique ornaments from recycled materials to adorn this year’s community Christmas tree at the Chris Kringle Market. Our tree theme, "Gingerbread Lane," will shine even brighter with your handmade creations! This is a perfect opportunity to gather with loved ones, get creative, and make lasting memories that will be a […]

Ottawa Farmers and Makers Market-Final Market for the Season!

Don’t Miss the final Farmers and Makers Market for the season on October 19th! Kick off your Saturday morning with an exciting market experience from 8:00 AM to 12:30 PM. Enjoy fresh produce, local honey, handmade crafts, and delectable local treats.  Savor a variety of farm-fresh fruits and vegetables.  Discover unique, handcrafted treasures from talented […]

A Victorian Haunting: A Taste of Ottawa and Its Spirits

Downtown Ottawa

Embark on a journey through time and taste with "A Victorian Haunting: A Taste of Ottawa and its Spirits." Prepare to be transported to the elegance and charm of the Victorian era as you indulge in chef-curated appetizers, sip on hand-crafted cocktails, and immerse yourself in a world of Victorian parlor activities, such as palm […]

Trick or Treat on Court Street

Floret Plants and Provisions 610 Court Street, Ottawa, IL, United States

Everyone is welcome to join Floret at Trick Octor Treat on Court Street! There will be a dunk tank, magician, train rides, axe throwing, bounce house, and so much more! Costumes are encouraged.

Make an Ornament at Trick or Treat on Court Street!

Court Street 2612 Cherie Lane, OTTAWA, IL, United States

Families are invited to create unique ornaments from recycled materials to adorn this year’s community Christmas tree at the Chris Kringle Market. Our tree theme, "Gingerbread Lane," will shine even brighter with your handmade creations! This is a perfect opportunity to gather with loved ones, get creative, and make lasting memories that will be a […]

Holiday Open House

Downtown Ottawa

Kick off the holiday season with Downtown Ottawa's Holiday Open House! From November 8-10, our charming local shops will offer an exclusive Christmas shopping preview, filled with festive finds and special deals. Stroll through the beautifully decorated streets, get a head start on your gift list, and discover unique treasures you won’t find anywhere else. […]

Pink Friday

Downtown Ottawa

Pink Friday is a nationwide event celebrating and supporting small and local businesses. Established in 2020, it takes place annually on the Friday before Black Friday, encouraging shoppers to discover and support small retailers first during the holiday season. Pink Friday highlights the value of community, urging shoppers to invest in the vibrancy and diversity of […]

Festival of Lights Parade & Deck the Park

Downtown Ottawa

Join us for the 37th annual holiday parade, a time-honored tradition of making cherished memories! The parade will kick off at LaSalle Street and the 200 block of West Jackson Street, with festive floats and performances winding their way south on LaSalle, culminating at Main Street. After the parade, the celebration continues with lively entertainment […]