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  • 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 – […]

  • Tom Nauman Memorial Midwest Morel Fest & Burger Bash

    Jordan Block 101 W Main 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 […]

  • Starved Rock Country Marathon

    Downtown Ottawa

    The 2026 Starved Rock Country Marathon, Half-Marathon, 10K, and 5k are a “must-do” event for runners in central Illinois and beyond. These races blend challenging courses with awe-inspiring scenery, making […]

  • Ottawa’s Third Friday-May

    Downtown Ottawa

    Ottawa's Third Friday in Downtown Ottawa, Illinois Dates: May 15, June 19, July 17, August 21, and September 18Location: Madison Street, Downtown Ottawa, Illinois Create memories that last a lifetime […]

  • Cars and Coffee

    Old Central School Lot 400 Clinton St, Ottawa, Illioins

    Join the LaSalle County Cruisers for Cars and Coffee on May 23 from 7 a.m. to noon at the old Central School Lot in Downtown Ottawa. More information coming soon!

  • Ottawa Farmers and Makers Market

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

    The Ottawa Area Farmers & Makers Market is returning this season, and we couldn’t be more excited! Join us every Saturday from 8:00 AM – 12:30 PM, May 30th through […]

  • Ottawa Farmers and Makers Market

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

    The Ottawa Area Farmers & Makers Market is returning this season, and we couldn’t be more excited! Join us every Saturday from 8:00 AM – 12:30 PM, May 30th through […]