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  • November 2026

  • Wed 11

    Veterans’ Day Ceremony

    November 11 @ 10:15 am - 11:00 am
    Washington Square Park 100 West Jackson St, Ottawa, IL, United States

    On the North side of Washington Square Park, a ceremony for Veterans' Day will be held on November 11th 10:15 am. Program will begin at 10:30 am to 11:00 am. […]

  • Sat 14

    Rusty Halo Snowman Express

    November 14 @ 9:00 am - 4:00 pm Rusty Halo Snowman Express
    Rusty Halo 3277 E. 18th Road, Ottawa, IL 61350, Ottawa, IL, United States

    Enjoy a unique shopping experience set in the backdrop of a 1920s town.

  • Sun 15

    Rusty Halo Snowman Express

    November 15 @ 9:00 am - 4:00 pm Rusty Halo Snowman Express
    Rusty Halo 3277 E. 18th Road, Ottawa, IL 61350, Ottawa, IL, United States

    Enjoy a unique shopping experience set in the backdrop of a 1920s town.

  • Sat 21

    Submarine Installation Dedication Ceremony

    November 21 @ 10:00 am - 1:00 pm
    Allen Park 400 Courtney Street, Ottawa, IL, United States

    Submarine Installation Dedication Ceremony, will be held at Allen Park Shelter D on Saturday, November 21, 2026. The event is scheduled from 10:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m., with the ceremony beginning at […]

  • Sat 21

    Midnight Shopping

    November 21 @ 9:00 pm - 11:59 pm
    Downtown Ottawa

    Come on out for some late-night shopping in Downtown Ottawa! Select stores will be open with later shopping hours. Bundle up and get ready for a night of twinkling lights, […]

  • Fri 27

    Chris Kringle Market Opening Day

    November 27 @ 12:00 pm - 6:00 pm

    Holiday Traditions Start Here Stroll beneath a canopy of twinkling lights and breathe in the scent of pine and fresh holiday treats as you wander through the Chris Kringle Market […]

  • Fri 27

    Festival of Lights Parade

    November 27 @ 6:00 pm - 7:00 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 […]

  • Sat 28

    Chris Kringle Market

    November 28 @ 11:00 am - 7:00 pm Chris Kringle Market
    Jackson St Ottawa, IL, United States

    Holiday Traditions Start Here Stroll beneath a canopy of twinkling lights and breathe in the scent of pine and fresh holiday treats as you wander through the Chris Kringle Market […]

  • Sun 29

    Chris Kringle Market

    November 29 @ 11:00 am - 4:00 pm Chris Kringle Market
    Jackson St Ottawa, IL, United States

    Stroll beneath a canopy of twinkling lights and breathe in the scent of pine and fresh holiday treats as you wander through the Chris Kringle Market in beautiful downtown Ottawa, […]

  • December 2026

  • Fri 4

    Freezin’ for a Reezin’ 2026

    December 4 @ 7:30 am - 5:00 pm

    More details TBA!

  • Fri 4

    Chris Kringle Market

    December 4 @ 4:00 pm - 8:00 pm Chris Kringle Market
    Jackson St Ottawa, IL, United States

    Stroll beneath a canopy of twinkling lights and breathe in the scent of pine and fresh holiday treats as you wander through the Chris Kringle Market in beautiful downtown Ottawa, […]

  • Sat 5

    Chris Kringle Market

    December 5 @ 11:00 am - 7:00 pm Chris Kringle Market
    Jackson St Ottawa, IL, United States

    Holiday Traditions Start Here Stroll beneath a canopy of twinkling lights and breathe in the scent of pine and fresh holiday treats as you wander through the Chris Kringle Market […]

  • Sun 6

    Chris Kringle Market

    December 6 @ 11:00 am - 4:00 pm Chris Kringle Market
    Jackson St Ottawa, IL, United States

    Stroll beneath a canopy of twinkling lights and breathe in the scent of pine and fresh holiday treats as you wander through the Chris Kringle Market in beautiful downtown Ottawa, […]

  • Fri 11

    Chris Kringle Market

    December 11 @ 4:00 pm - 8:00 pm Chris Kringle Market
    Jackson St Ottawa, IL, United States

    Stroll beneath a canopy of twinkling lights and breathe in the scent of pine and fresh holiday treats as you wander through the Chris Kringle Market in beautiful downtown Ottawa, […]

  • Sat 12

    Chris Kringle Market

    December 12 @ 11:00 am - 7:00 pm Chris Kringle Market
    Jackson St Ottawa, IL, United States

    Holiday Traditions Start Here Stroll beneath a canopy of twinkling lights and breathe in the scent of pine and fresh holiday treats as you wander through the Chris Kringle Market […]

  • Sun 13

    Chris Kringle Market

    December 13 @ 11:00 am - 4:00 pm Chris Kringle Market
    Jackson St Ottawa, IL, United States

    Stroll beneath a canopy of twinkling lights and breathe in the scent of pine and fresh holiday treats as you wander through the Chris Kringle Market in beautiful downtown Ottawa, […]

  • Fri 18

    Chris Kringle Market

    December 18 @ 4:00 pm - 8:00 pm Chris Kringle Market
    Jackson St Ottawa, IL, United States

    Stroll beneath a canopy of twinkling lights and breathe in the scent of pine and fresh holiday treats as you wander through the Chris Kringle Market in beautiful downtown Ottawa, […]

  • Sat 19

    Chris Kringle Market

    December 19 @ 11:00 am - 7:00 pm Chris Kringle Market
    Jackson St Ottawa, IL, United States

    Holiday Traditions Start Here Stroll beneath a canopy of twinkling lights and breathe in the scent of pine and fresh holiday treats as you wander through the Chris Kringle Market […]

  • Sun 20

    Chris Kringle Market

    December 20 @ 11:00 am - 4:00 pm Chris Kringle Market
    Jackson St Ottawa, IL, United States

    Stroll beneath a canopy of twinkling lights and breathe in the scent of pine and fresh holiday treats as you wander through the Chris Kringle Market in beautiful downtown Ottawa, […]

  • 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!

  • July 2027

  • Thu 8

    LaSalle County 4-H Show and Junior Fair

    July 8, 2027 @ 8:00 am - July 11, 2027 @ 5:00 pm
    LaSalle County 4-H Fairgrounds 1578 4-H Rd, Ottawa, IL, United States

    The 2027 LaSalle County Junior Fair is Thursday, July 8th thru Sunday, July 11th.

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