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SUMMARY:Farmers and Makers Market
DESCRIPTION:Hosted by the Ottawa Area Chamber of Commerce\, the Ottawa Farmers & Makers Market is a vibrant\, family-friendly event that brings together local growers\, makers\, and artisans in the heart of downtown Ottawa\, Illinois. \n\nLocation: Jackson Street\, south side of Washington Square Park(Barricades will block access at LaSalle Street and Columbus Street)\nMarket Hours: Saturdays from 8 am-12:30 pm.
URL:https://www.visitottawail.com/event/farmers-and-makers-market-2026/2026-10-10/
LOCATION:Jackson St\, Ottawa\, IL\, 61350\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts,Family,Outdoor,Seasonal,Shopping
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SUMMARY:HALLOWEEN COSTUME SWAP
DESCRIPTION:Donate clean\, gently used kids’ costumes. Donations can be\nbrought to the library the day of the swap. If costumes include\ndetached accessories\, please have the costume with all its\npieces together in a bag. Advance donors receive 1 ticket\nper costume and may begin swapping at 10:00am. Day of\ndonors receive 1 ticket per costume and may begin\nswapping at 10:30am. After 12:00pm\, anyone may take\nunlimited items. Remaining items will be donated.
URL:https://www.visitottawail.com/event/halloween-costume-swap/
LOCATION:Reddick Public Library\, 1010 Canal Street\, Ottawa\, IL\, 61350\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family
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SUMMARY:Pumpkin Putt Putt (Preschool - Grade 2)
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate the season by playing a round of fall-themed putt putt.
URL:https://www.visitottawail.com/event/pumpkin-putt-putt-preschool-grade-2/
LOCATION:Reddick Public Library\, 1010 Canal Street\, Ottawa\, IL\, 61350\, United States
CATEGORIES:Entertainment,Family
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261013T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261013T104500
DTSTAMP:20260915T134925Z
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260915T134925Z
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SUMMARY:Ready\, Set\, Read!
DESCRIPTION:Join us every Tuesday for stories\, songs\, and a craft! Stay and play\nafter the craft if you have the time! Find each week’s theme on the\nEvents Calendar on our website. This event is for children ages 3-5\nyears.
URL:https://www.visitottawail.com/event/ready-set-read/2026-10-13/
LOCATION:Reddick Public Library\, 1010 Canal Street\, Ottawa\, IL\, 61350\, United States
CATEGORIES:Entertainment,Family
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261014T100000
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SUMMARY:Shake\, Rattle\, Read!
DESCRIPTION:Join us every Wednesday for stories\, songs\, and a craft! Stay and\nplay after the craft if you have the time! Find each week’s theme on\nthe Events Calendar on our website. This event is for children\nages birth to 3 years.
URL:https://www.visitottawail.com/event/shake-rattle-read/2026-10-14/
LOCATION:Reddick Public Library\, 1010 Canal Street\, Ottawa\, IL\, 61350\, United States
CATEGORIES:Entertainment,Family
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SUMMARY:Winnie the Pooh Picnic
DESCRIPTION:Winnie the Pooh and friends are celebrating their 100 anniversary.\nEnjoy picnic snacks\, play games\, color some pages\, and craft with\nus in the Hundred Acre Wood!
URL:https://www.visitottawail.com/event/winnie-the-pooh-picnic/
LOCATION:Reddick Public Library\, 1010 Canal Street\, Ottawa\, IL\, 61350\, United States
CATEGORIES:Entertainment,Family
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SUMMARY:Farmers and Makers Market
DESCRIPTION:Hosted by the Ottawa Area Chamber of Commerce\, the Ottawa Farmers & Makers Market is a vibrant\, family-friendly event that brings together local growers\, makers\, and artisans in the heart of downtown Ottawa\, Illinois. \n\nLocation: Jackson Street\, south side of Washington Square Park(Barricades will block access at LaSalle Street and Columbus Street)\nMarket Hours: Saturdays from 8 am-12:30 pm.
URL:https://www.visitottawail.com/event/farmers-and-makers-market-2026/2026-10-17/
LOCATION:Jackson St\, Ottawa\, IL\, 61350\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts,Family,Outdoor,Seasonal,Shopping
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SUMMARY:SOCU Trunk or Treat
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.visitottawail.com/event/socu-trunk-or-treat/
LOCATION:Jefferson Street\, Jefferson Street\, Ottawa\, IL\, 61350\, United States
CATEGORIES:Entertainment,Family,Historic Downtown,Holiday,Kids Corner,Outdoor
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SUMMARY:Ready\, Set\, Read!
DESCRIPTION:Join us every Tuesday for stories\, songs\, and a craft! Stay and play\nafter the craft if you have the time! Find each week’s theme on the\nEvents Calendar on our website. This event is for children ages 3-5\nyears.
URL:https://www.visitottawail.com/event/ready-set-read/2026-10-20/
LOCATION:Reddick Public Library\, 1010 Canal Street\, Ottawa\, IL\, 61350\, United States
CATEGORIES:Entertainment,Family
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261021T100000
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CREATED:20260915T135126Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260915T135126Z
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SUMMARY:Shake\, Rattle\, Read!
DESCRIPTION:Join us every Wednesday for stories\, songs\, and a craft! Stay and\nplay after the craft if you have the time! Find each week’s theme on\nthe Events Calendar on our website. This event is for children\nages birth to 3 years.
URL:https://www.visitottawail.com/event/shake-rattle-read/2026-10-21/
LOCATION:Reddick Public Library\, 1010 Canal Street\, Ottawa\, IL\, 61350\, United States
CATEGORIES:Entertainment,Family
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SUMMARY:Third Friday Makers Market Rain Date
DESCRIPTION:Due to some rainy weather in August\, Ottawa’s Third Friday Makers Market is joining A Victorian Haunting this year! There will be live music\, vendors\, art\, and more to enjoy. More details TBA
URL:https://www.visitottawail.com/event/third-friday-makers-market-rain-date/
LOCATION:Downtown Ottawa
CATEGORIES:Arts,Entertainment,Family,Food,Kids Corner,Live Music,Outdoor
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ORGANIZER;CN="Third Friday Makers Market":MAILTO:openspaceartgallery@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261027T100000
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SUMMARY:Ready\, Set\, Read!
DESCRIPTION:Join us every Tuesday for stories\, songs\, and a craft! Stay and play\nafter the craft if you have the time! Find each week’s theme on the\nEvents Calendar on our website. This event is for children ages 3-5\nyears.
URL:https://www.visitottawail.com/event/ready-set-read/2026-10-27/
LOCATION:Reddick Public Library\, 1010 Canal Street\, Ottawa\, IL\, 61350\, United States
CATEGORIES:Entertainment,Family
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261028T100000
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SUMMARY:Shake\, Rattle\, Read!
DESCRIPTION:Join us every Wednesday for stories\, songs\, and a craft! Stay and\nplay after the craft if you have the time! Find each week’s theme on\nthe Events Calendar on our website. This event is for children\nages birth to 3 years.
URL:https://www.visitottawail.com/event/shake-rattle-read/2026-10-28/
LOCATION:Reddick Public Library\, 1010 Canal Street\, Ottawa\, IL\, 61350\, United States
CATEGORIES:Entertainment,Family
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CREATED:20260915T135818Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260915T135818Z
UID:10002219-1793291400-1793294100@www.visitottawail.com
SUMMARY:No Tricks\, Just Treats! (Preschool-Grade2)
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a story and Halloween fun. We’ll have activities and create\na snack. Costumes are welcome but not required.
URL:https://www.visitottawail.com/event/no-tricks-just-treats-preschool-grade2/
LOCATION:Reddick Public Library\, 1010 Canal Street\, Ottawa\, IL\, 61350\, United States
CATEGORIES:Entertainment,Family
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.visitottawail.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/library-door.jpeg
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261031T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261031T164500
DTSTAMP:20260915T134313Z
CREATED:20260915T134313Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260915T134313Z
UID:10002208-1793437200-1793465100@www.visitottawail.com
SUMMARY:Trick-or-Treat at the Library
DESCRIPTION:Drop in any time during open hours to trick-or-treat and make a\nspooktacular craft.
URL:https://www.visitottawail.com/event/trick-or-treat-at-the-library/
LOCATION:Reddick Public Library\, 1010 Canal Street\, Ottawa\, IL\, 61350\, United States
CATEGORIES:Entertainment,Family
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261127T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261127T200000
DTSTAMP:20260121T213751Z
CREATED:20260121T213751Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260121T213751Z
UID:10001715-1795802400-1795809600@www.visitottawail.com
SUMMARY:Festival of Lights Parade
DESCRIPTION:Kick off the holiday season in dazzling style at Ottawa’s beloved Festival of Lights Parade! Join us in the heart of downtown as festive floats\, sparkling lights\, and holiday music fill the streets with cheer. This magical tradition brings families and friends together to celebrate the season\, with a joyful procession that lights up the night and hearts alike.\n\nBundle up\, bring the cocoa\, and make your way downtown for a holiday experience you won’t want to miss!
URL:https://www.visitottawail.com/event/festival-of-lights-parade-2026/
LOCATION:Downtown Ottawa
CATEGORIES:Christmas,Entertainment,Family,Festivals,Holiday,Kids Corner,Outdoor,Seasonal
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261205T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261205T170000
DTSTAMP:20260119T203549Z
CREATED:20260119T203549Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260119T203549Z
UID:10001649-1796457600-1796490000@www.visitottawail.com
SUMMARY:A Very Merry Harbor Christmas
DESCRIPTION:A Very Merry Harbor Christmas transforms Heritage Harbor into a festive holiday wonderland filled with twinkling lights\, seasonal cheer\, and family-friendly activities. Guests can enjoy visits with Santa and Mrs. Claus\, horse-drawn carriage rides\, holiday shopping\, and the warmth of bonfires\, all culminating in the beloved lighting of the Harbor Christmas tree to celebrate the start of the holiday season. More details TBA!
URL:https://www.visitottawail.com/event/a-very-merry-harbor-christmas/
LOCATION:Heritage Harbor Ottawa\, 2 Great Loop\, Ottawa\, IL\, 61350\, United States
CATEGORIES:Christmas,Entertainment,Family,Festivals,Holiday,Kids Corner,Seasonal
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20270130T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20270130T150000
DTSTAMP:20260205T144636Z
CREATED:20260205T144636Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260205T144636Z
UID:10001765-1801306800-1801321200@www.visitottawail.com
SUMMARY:Penguin Plunge
DESCRIPTION:More details TBA!
URL:https://www.visitottawail.com/event/penguin-plunge-2027/
LOCATION:Skydive Chicago\, 3215 E. 1969th Road\, Ottawa\, IL\, 61350\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family,Get Involved,Outdoor,Seasonal
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ORGANIZER;CN="Make a Wish Illinois":MAILTO:communityevents@illinois.wish.org
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