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  • United Way Day

    Washington Square Park 101 E Lafayette St, Ottawa, Illinois

     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 […]

  • Paint the Town: En Plein Air Festival

    Ottawa, Illinois Ottawa, IL, United States

    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 […]

  • Bill’s Barktoberfest

    Washington Square Park 101 E Lafayette St, Ottawa, Illinois

    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 […]

  • Ottawa Scarecrow Festival

    Downtown Ottawa

    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 […]

  • Ottawa Fall Fest and Parade

    Jordan Block 101 W Main St, 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 […]

  • A Victorian Haunting: Murder at the Mansion

    Downtown Ottawa

    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 […]

  • Exploreum Sparkle Spectactular

    Jeremiah Joe Coffee-Downtown Ottawa 807 La Salle St, Ottawa, IL, United States

     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 […]

  • Send Day

    Downtown Ottawa

    When you shop local, you might just get sent somewhere new! On Send Day, every time you make a purchase at a participating downtown business, you’ll get to draw a […]

  • Community Christmas Tree Decorating Day

    Washington Square Park 101 E Lafayette St, Ottawa, Illinois

    It’s time to deck the park! All Ottawa Community Christmas Tree sponsors are invited to join us on Saturday, November 15, from 11 AM–2 PM in Washington Square Park to […]

  • Mistletoe and Mulled Wine: Late Night Shopping

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

    Stay up late for a little holiday shopping magic! Selected downtown shops will reopen late for Mistletoe & Mulled Wine, a festive night of twinkling lights, local charm, and merry […]