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  • Wreath-Making Workshop-Fri Nov. 27

    Ottawa Chris Kringle Market 101 E. Jackson Street, Ottawa, IL, United States

    Fresh greenery, Christmas music, and a wreath you made yourself. What could be better? We’re excited to partner with Starved Rock Trees for two wreath-making workshops this Christmas! These are […]

  • 2nd Annual Santa Shuffle 5k

    270-298 Albin Stevens Dr 270-298 Albin Stevens Dr., Ottawa, IL, United States

    Lace up for the 2nd Annual Santa Shuffle 5k 🎅🏃‍♀️ Kick off the holiday season with a festive fun run in downtown Ottawa! Join us on Saturday, Nov. 28 for […]

  • Wreath-Making Workshop-Sat. Nov. 28

    Ottawa Chris Kringle Market 101 E. Jackson Street, Ottawa, IL, United States

    Fresh greenery, Christmas music, and a wreath you made yourself. What could be better? We’re excited to partner with Starved Rock Trees for two wreath-making workshops this Christmas! These are […]

  • Small Business Saturday Make + Take Market

    Open Space Art Gallery & Studio 722 LaSalle Street, Ottawa, Illinois

    Shop small, get creative, and make something special! Join us for a hands-on Make + Take Market featuring local artists ready to guide you through a variety of fun crafts […]

  • Chris Kringle Market

    Jackson Street 100 W Jackson Street, Ottawa, IL, United States

    Holiday Traditions Start Here! Step into the magic of the season at the 2026 Ottawa Chris Kringle Market, where historic downtown Ottawa transforms into a charming European-style Christmas village—this year […]

  • Merry Everything Holiday Home Tour 2026

    MAES Cafeteria 1110 La Salle Street, Ottawa, IL, United States

    The Merry Everything Holiday Home Tour invites you to experience the magic of the season with visits to four beautifully decorated homes in and around Ottawa, along with the fabulously […]

  • Santa’s Coming to BASH!

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

    Save the Date: Santa’s Coming to B.A.S.H.! Join Santa for a special lunch or dinner experience! The reservation link will go live on Facebook on November 9th at 12 pm. […]

  • Chris Kringle Market

    Jackson Street 100 W Jackson Street, Ottawa, IL, United States

    Holiday Traditions Start Here! Step into the magic of the season at the 2026 Ottawa Chris Kringle Market, where historic downtown Ottawa transforms into a charming European-style Christmas village—this year entirely […]

  • Make Your Own Ugly Sweater Workshop

    Ottawa Chris Kringle Market 101 E. Jackson Street, Ottawa, IL, United States

    Make Your Own Ugly Christmas Sweater Workshop Friday, December 11 | 6–8 PM Ottawa Chris Kringle Market Warming Tent Tacky, gaudy, over-the-top, and absolutely fabulous! It's time to get creative […]

  • Krampus Cookie Crawl

    Ottawa Chris Kringle Market 101 E. Jackson Street, Ottawa, IL, United States

    Join us for the Third Annual Krampus Cookie Crawl on Saturday, December 12! This unique, adults-only holiday experience invites guests to follow Krampus’ mischievous path through historic downtown Ottawa, stopping […]