Best Beard Contest
As part of Debate Days: Categories: Longest Beard Best Styled Beard Most Legendary Looks Like He Lives in the Woods Award Crowd Favorite Contestants, spectators, & beard envy welcome! Best Beard Contest Sign-Up
As part of Debate Days: Categories: Longest Beard Best Styled Beard Most Legendary Looks Like He Lives in the Woods Award Crowd Favorite Contestants, spectators, & beard envy welcome! Best Beard Contest Sign-Up
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. Location: Jackson Street, south side of Washington Square Park(Barricades will block access at LaSalle Street and Columbus Street) Market Hours: Saturdays from 8 […]
Ottawa's Debate Days is a celebration of the world-renowned debate between future U.S. President Abraham Lincoln and Senator Stephen Douglas. It was held in the heart of historic Downtown Ottawa, at Washington Park. Come celebrate all things Ottawa with a week full of summer fun in the sun! Scroll down for the schedule, as well […]
For all ages: Our caterpillars have transformed into beautiful butterflies. It’s time to let them go free! After the release, celebrate with crafts and snacks.
The Youth Service Bureau is observing its 50th anniversary this year, so this calls for a celebration! Enjoy a free ice cream treat at the Old Time Fair in Washington Park.
A day of old-fashioned fun for the whole family! Free games & activities! Enjoy classic festival fun like a watermelon eating contest, rubber duck pond, ring toss, fishbowl toss, egg race, and more. Face painter will be available from 11 am to 3 pm.
Learn to knit or crochet in a friendly environment with knowledgeable people.
The Ottawa Historical & Scouting Heritage Museum will hold their ice cream social in Washington Park on August 22, from 6 to 7 pm. $5 a ticket. Includes lemonade, ice cream, and cake.
Ottawa's Debate Days is a celebration of the world-renowned debate between future U.S. President Abraham Lincoln and Senator Stephen Douglas. It was held in the heart of historic Downtown Ottawa, at Washington Park. Come celebrate all things Ottawa with a week full of summer fun in the sun! Scroll down for the schedule, as well […]
JOIN THE 2026 DEBATE DAYS PARADE! Application form below! Get ready to wave the flags, crank up the patriotic music, and celebrate America’s 250th Birthday in true Ottawa style! The 2026 Debate Days Parade returns to Downtown Ottawa on: 📅 Sunday, August 23, 2026 🕐 1:00 PM 📍 Downtown Ottawa, IL – LaSalle Street This […]