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  • Ottawa Chris Kringle Market

    Downtown Ottawa

    Holiday traditions start here! Join us under the glistening lights of historic downtown Ottawa, Illinois for the Chris Kringle Market. This open-air holiday market features nearly 100 small makers, bakers, […]

  • Festival of Lights Parade

    Downtown Ottawa

     Festival of Lights Parade Friday, November 28, 2025 • 6 PMDowntown Ottawa, IL Kick off the holiday season in dazzling style at Ottawa’s beloved Festival of Lights Parade! Join us in […]

  • Santa Shuffle 5k

    Ottawa Township High School Visitor Parking Lot 216 E Main St, Ottawa, IL, United States

    Kick off the holiday season with a festive fun run in downtown Ottawa! Join us on Sunday, November 30 for the First Annual Santa Shuffle, a spirited event for runners, […]

  • Family Photos with Santa

    Cat's Eye Wine Bar 724 LaSalle Street, Ottawa, IL, United States

    Capture the magic of the season with a professional family photo session with Santa at CatsEye, right in the heart of downtown Ottawa. What’s included:-A 10-minute photo session with Santa […]

  • 2nd Annual Krampus Cookie Crawl

    Downtown Ottawa

    Join us for the Second Annual Krampus Cookie Crawl as part of Ottawa’s enchanting Chris Kringle Market on Saturday, December 13! This unique, adults-only holiday experience invites guests to follow […]

  • Donuts with Santa

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

    Kick off a sweet holiday morning with Santa himself! Join us at Floret (610 Court Street) on Sunday, December 14 for Donuts with Santa — a fun and festive experience […]

  • Plaid-urday!

    Downtown Ottawa

    Pull out your plaid and join the fun! Saturday, December 20, is Plaidurday at the Chris Kringle Market — a community day dedicated to flannel, fun, and festive spirit. Come […]

  • 2nd Annual Sweet Stroll

    Downtown Ottawa

    Indulge your sweet tooth and create lasting memories at the Downtown Ottawa Sweet Stroll! Join us on Saturday, February 7, from 11 am-2 pm for an afternoon of delicious fun the whole family […]

  • Coldest Night of the Year

    Jordan Block 101 W Main St, Ottawa, Illinois

    Walk + Fundraise February 28, 2026 The Coldest Night of the Year (CNOY) is a family-friendly winter walk that raises vital funds for local organizations serving people experiencing homelessness, hunger, […]

  • Tom Nauman Memorial Midwest Morel Fest & Burger Bash

    Jordan Block 101 W Main St, Ottawa, Illinois

    In loving memory of Tom Nauman—our founding father from Morel Mania—this event exists because of his passion and vision. Without Tom, none of this would be possible. Join us at […]