A Pride Night of Remembrance event will be held in the north end of Washington Park, downtown Ottawa, on Friday, June 12, 6:30-8:00 p.m. Sponsored by Open Table United Church of Christ, the Night of Remembrance will honor members of the LGBTQ+ community and allies who have lost their lives to violence, suicide, AIDS, and […]
Chris Vallillo performs songs, stories, and struggles of the Illinois Underground Railroad. This powerful evening highlights historical songs sung by people who were enslaved, to inspire and share knowledge among themselves. Come, enjoy and celebrate with the Historical & Scouting Heritage Museum, as they welcome the soon-to-roll-out new museum documentary: JOHN HOSSACK: NO APOLOGIES. Doors […]
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 […]
More details TBA! Parking available in the little town. All vendors will be inside the main Rusty Halo building. Enjoy a unique shopping experience setting in a 1920's town.
Ottawa Family Pride Festival will have 100 vendors again, plus Broadway Star, and Internationally known Drag Superstar, Nina West is our Grand Marshall in the Annual John Fisher Dann Memorial Parade. Parade kicks off the day at 10am, and we are back to our original setup of Washington Park and Jordan Block. Reptile Show, Magic […]
Learn to knit or crochet in a friendly environment with knowledgeable people.
Join us every Wednesday for stories, songs, and a craft! Stay and play after the craft if you have time. Find each week’s theme on the events calendar. This event is for children ages birth to 3 years.
The 2026 Ottawa Lions Club Carnival will be held from June 17th through the 20th. It will be near the pool again. $30 Armbands each session (unlimited rides) Wed-Fri: 6-10 pm, Sat: 1-5pm & 5pm-9pm Advanced Armband Tickets: $25 EA. 1 ticket good for 1 armband session
The 2026 Ottawa Lions Club Carnival will be held from June 17th through the 20th. It will be near the pool again. $30 Armbands each session (unlimited rides) Wed-Fri: 6-10 pm, Sat: 1-5pm & 5pm-9pm Advanced Armband Tickets: $25 EA. 1 ticket good for 1 armband session
Arts' culture and entertainment come alive in downtown Ottawa, IL every Third Friday of the month May - September!
