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Sweet Stroll

Indulge your sweet tooth and create lasting memories at the Downtown Ottawa Sweet Stroll! Join us on Saturday, February 8, from Noon-4 PM for an afternoon of delicious fun the whole family will […]

$55

B.A.S.H. Night to You

Burger and Sushi House 1012 La Salle St, Ottawa, IL, United States

Join us for dinner at B.A.S.H. And help support Ottawa's 4th of July fireworks! B.A.S.H. will be generously donating dine-in proceeds to the ODA 4th of July fireworks fund!

Coldest Night of the Year 2025

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

Join Us for the Coldest Night of the Year – February 22, 2025 Illinois Valley PADS (Public Action to Deliver Shelter) provides transformative programs, resources, and advocacy for individuals and […]

2025 Adopt a Bed Kickoff Meeting

City Hall 301 W. Madison St., Ottawa, IL, United States

If you are a current garden bed adopter or looking to help volunteer and adopt a bed come join us Wednesday, March 19 at 5:30 pm in the council chambers […]

First Annual Easter Egg Hunt

Allen Park 400 Courtney Street, Ottawa, United States

 Exciting News! Join us for our First Annual Easter Egg Hunt, sponsored by the Special Events Committee!  Save the Date: April 19, 2025 Location: Allen Park Time: 9:00 AM - 11:00 AMPLUS!  Enjoy FREE […]

Midwest Morel Fest

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

Join us at the Jordan Block (100 Main Street) where you can shop and peruse through a large Botanical Market and Morel Market offering everything…you guessed it…MUSHROOMS! We’ll even have […]

Starved Rock Country Marathon

Downtown Ottawa

The Starved Rock Country Marathon kicks off in the heart of downtown Ottawa, a vibrant and historic riverside community. From the starting line, runners embark on a scenic journey along […]

Ottawa’s Third Friday-May 2025

Join us for the kick-off Third Friday event on May 17, from 5-9 pm on Madison Street in downtown Ottawa, IL! Arts, music, and culture come alive during this festive […]

Ottawa Food and Wine Festival

Old Central School Lot 400 Clinton St, Ottawa, Illioins

Get ready to sip, savor, and celebrate at Ottawa’s Inaugural Food and Wine Festival! Join us on Saturday, May 31 at the Old Central School Lot in downtown Ottawa, IL. […]

Sensory Festival

Old Central School Grounds 288 Albin Stevens Dr, Ottawa, Illinois

A full day of activities for those with Sensory sensitivities! All ages welcome! --Sensory tables with slime, sand, play dough, and different texture sensations. --Art activities for lots of creative […]