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It’s BACK…Labor Day Block Party 2025 Save the Date: Sunday, August 31st, 2025 We’re shutting down the block for a full day of fun you won’t want to miss! Live Music kicks off at 12 PM Bags Tournament starts at 1 PM Local vendors & kid-friendly activities all day Outdoor bar serving up ice-cold drinks Restaurant will be open […]
Event Details Time: Festivities Begin at 8:30 am Ceremony at 9:30 am Walk at 10:00 am Add to calendar Location: Jordan Block 101-123 W Main St Ottawa, IL 61350 Map it Contact: Kayli Rizzo 815.373.5114 klavelle@alz.org
Join us on Saturday evenings from 5-7 PM in the serene setting of Washington Square for an unforgettable series of live musical performances! Since 2015 The Sumthins have been writing, recording and performing songs. Playing a wide array of mostly covers live while throwing in some originals. “We play a wide array of music that […]
Join us for United Way Day—a celebration of the incredible work we do together to strengthen Eastern LaSalle County! Sip coffee, enjoy donuts, and connect with fellow community members as we highlight the collective impact we’ve made over the past year. Hear inspiring stories, celebrate our shared accomplishments, and get a glimpse of the exciting […]
Paint the Town: En Plein Air Festival Plein Air painting or drawing in any medium outdoors, from direct observation of the subject matter. The City of Ottawa Arts Committee announces the first annual Paint the Town: En Plein Air Festival in Ottawa, IL. Plein air artists are invited to use their vision and talents to […]
Mark your calendars! Bill's Barktoberfest is back for another tail-wagging good time, celebrating our beloved four-legged friends. Join us on Saturday, September 27, from 11 AM to 2 PM at Washington Square Park for a fun-filled day for pups and their people!
Get into the spirit of the season at Ottawa’s annual Scarecrow Festival! Stroll through downtown to see dozens of creatively decorated scarecrows made by local businesses, organizations, and families. Held on Saturday, Oct. 4, throughout downtown Ottawa, Illinois.
Celebrate the season at Ottawa’s annual Fall Fest & Parade! This family-friendly event brings the heart of autumn to downtown with a day full of festive fun. Enjoy the lively Fall Parade, which kicks off the celebration with colorful floats, community groups, and local entertainment. The festival continues with live music, kids' activities, a vendor […]
Step back in time to a shadowy night of intrigue, secrets, and suspense at A Victorian Haunting: Murder at the Mansion. Someone has met an untimely end inside the grand Reddick Mansion… and it’s up to you to uncover the truth. Follow a trail of clues hidden throughout downtown Ottawa. Each stop reveals another piece of the […]
Exploreum Sparkle Spectacular A Tree Auction Fundraiser for the Ottawa Exploreum Children’s Museum Jeremiah Joe Coffee – 807 LaSalle Street, Ottawa, IL Starts: Thursday, November 7, 2025 Kickoff: 5:00 PM Bidding closes: Thursday, November 21, 2025 Get ready to step into a holiday wonderland at the Exploreum Sparkle Spectacular—a festive fundraiser benefiting the future Exploreum Children’s Museum in Ottawa! […]