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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, […]

  • 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, […]

  • Restaurant Week

    Downtown Ottawa

    Don’t forget to pick up your Restaurant Week Passport at the Ottawa Visitors Center before the festivities begin. During Restaurant Weeks, collect a stamp at each participating location you visit, […]

  • Pack the Place at the Lone Buffalo!

    The Lone Buffalo 808 - 812 LaSalle St., Ottawa, IL, United States

    Join us for a Pack the Place fundraising night supporting the Ottawa Downtown Association! On March 11, The Lone Buffalo will donate 10% of all sales from 5–9 PM to […]

  • Startup Starved Rock Lunch and Learn: Realtors and Property Owners

    IVCC Ottawa Center 321 W Main St, Ottawa, IL, United States

    Realtors and Downtown Storefront Property Owners: Join us for a Lunch & Learn on our new Business Incubator Program: StartUp Starved Rock! Sponsored by the Ottawa Area Chamber of Commerce […]

  • 2nd Annual Easter Egg Hunt

    Allen Park 400 Courtney Street, Ottawa, United States

     We’re egg-cited to announce our 2nd Annual Easter Egg Hunt!  Sponsored by the Special Events Committee, this family-favorite event is hopping back to Allen Park!  April 4, 2026 9:00 AM – […]

  • Operation Clean Sweep: Clean Up Your Town!

    807 Building 807 La Salle St, Ottawa, IL, United States

    Join us as we team up to clean up Ottawa! We'll meet at the 807 Building in downtown Ottawa and split up to tackle trash in garden beds, parks, and […]

  • Tom Nauman Memorial Midwest Morel Fest & Burger Bash

    Washington Square Park 101 E Lafayette 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 […]