• Infinity Food Festival

    Downtown Ottawa

    Join us Downtown Ottawa on Jordan Block and in Washington Park as we welcome over 30 food trucks to satisfy every foodie! Get tickets for the beer tent. Kids head to Junior Chef tent to learn how to make fruit pizza!

  • Ottawa Art League Art in the Park Fine Art Show & Sale

    Washington Square Park 101 E Lafayette St, Ottawa, Illinois

    Original works in painting, graphics, sculpture, photography, wood, glass, metal, fabric, ceramics, jewelry, and mixed media are on display during the annual Ottawa Art League Art in the Park Fine Art Show and Sale! Art in the Park is being held in conjunction with the Infinity Food Fest and the SRRC Family Fun Festival. Several […]

  • SRCC Celebration Kid’s Expo

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

    Celebration Kid's Expo is the new updated version of the annual fundraiser held for Starved Rock Regional Center (formerly Easter Seals, LBC). This year we are planning an extraordinary event filled with kid activities, games, inflatables, demonstrations and more. Don't worry, we're bringing back The Auto Inspector too with his awesome car show! Join us […]

  • Music in the Park with Strung Out

    Washington Square Park 101 E Lafayette St, Ottawa, Illinois

    Get ready to groove and sway because Music in the Park is back in action for 2024!🎉 Join us on Saturday evenings from 6-8 PM in the serene setting of Washington Square for an unforgettable series of live musical performances!

  • We the People: A Traveling Exhibit Procession

    9/11 was a tragic day for our country. Educating younger generations about this tragedy bridges the gap of first-hand experience and fosters and understanding of its lasting impact on our nation. At the center of the exhibit are two beam pieces from the North Tower of the World Trade Center, which serve as a powerful […]

    Free
  • 4th of July Fireworks

    Ottawa Township High School 211 E Main St, OTTAWA, IL, United States

    One of central Illinois LARGEST and most SPECTACULAR light shows! Our unique venue offers views from the high school bleachers to the bluffs along the Illinois & Fox Rivers either onshore or in your boat. Starting at 9 pm at Ottawa Township High School. Free.

    Free
  • Farmers Market

    Jackson Street 100 W Jackson Street, Ottawa, Illinois

    The Ottawa Farmers & Makers Market is a home-grown slice of local life, featuring Ottawa area growers, farmers, bakers, and makers! Stop by every Saturday starting June 1st through October 12th from 8:00am to 12:30pm on Jackston Street in Ottawa to check out the local vendors and support your friends and neighbors while purchasing fresh food, handmade […]

  • “We the People” A Traveling Exhibit

    Illinois Valley Community College- Ottawa Campus 321 W. Main Street, Ottawa, IL, United States

    9/11 was a tragic day for our country. Educating younger generations about this tragedy bridges the gap of first-hand experience and fosters and understanding of its lasting impact on our nation. At the center of the exhibit are two beam pieces from the North Tower of the World Trade Center, which serve as a powerful […]

    Free
  • We the People: A Traveling Exhibit Grand Opening Ceremony

    Illinois Valley Community College- Ottawa Campus 321 W. Main Street, Ottawa, IL, United States

    9/11 was a tragic day for our country. Educating younger generations about this tragedy bridges the gap of first-hand experience and fosters and understanding of its lasting impact on our nation. At the center of the exhibit are two beam pieces from the North Tower of the World Trade Center, which serve as a powerful […]

    Free