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  • Sat 24

    Third Friday Makers Market Rain Date

    October 24 @ 2:00 pm - 8:00 pm
    Downtown Ottawa

    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. […]

  • Tue 27
    Racks of children's books at Reddick Library.

    Ready, Set, Read!

    October 27 @ 10:00 am - 10:45 am Ready, Set, Read!
    Reddick Public Library 1010 Canal Street, Ottawa, IL, United States

    Join us every Tuesday for stories, songs, and a craft! Stay and play after the craft if you have the time! Find each week's theme on the Events Calendar on […]

  • Wed 28
    Rack of Children's books at Reddick Library

    Shake, Rattle, Read!

    October 28 @ 10:00 am - 10:45 am Shake, Rattle, Read!
    Reddick Public Library 1010 Canal Street, Ottawa, IL, United States

    Join us every Wednesday for stories, songs, and a craft! Stay and play after the craft if you have the time! Find each week's theme on the Events Calendar on […]

  • Thu 29
    Community Door at Reddick Public Library

    No Tricks, Just Treats! (Preschool-Grade2)

    October 29 @ 4:30 pm - 5:15 pm
    Reddick Public Library 1010 Canal Street, Ottawa, IL, United States

    Join us for a story and Halloween fun. We’ll have activities and create a snack. Costumes are welcome but not required.

  • Sat 31

    Trick-or-Treat at the Library

    October 31 @ 9:00 am - 4:45 pm
    Reddick Public Library 1010 Canal Street, Ottawa, IL, United States

    Drop in any time during open hours to trick-or-treat and make a spooktacular craft.

  • November 2026

  • Fri 27

    Festival of Lights Parade

    November 27 @ 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
    Downtown Ottawa

    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 […]

  • December 2026

  • Sat 5

    A Very Merry Harbor Christmas

    December 5 @ 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
    Heritage Harbor Ottawa 2 Great Loop, Ottawa, IL, United States

    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. […]

  • January 2027

  • Sat 30
    Logo for the penguin plunge for Make-A-Wish

    Penguin Plunge

    January 30, 2027 @ 11:00 am - 3:00 pm
    Skydive Chicago 3215 E. 1969th Road, Ottawa, IL, United States

    More details TBA!

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