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SUMMARY:28th Annual Cruise Night
DESCRIPTION:Come help LaSalle County Cruisers celebrate the 250th birthday of the country at the 28th Annual Ottawa Cruise Night. Friday June 19th from 6-10pm. Registration is still $10. Goodie bags and dash plaques to the 1st 300 vehicles registered.Music provided by the famous 3D Sound.\nLaSalle County Cruisers has chosen Ottawa River Rescue as the 50/50 beneficiary this year. They will utilize the funds for much needed replacement of their ice rescue gear. Be sure to watch for the people out and about that evening with tickets available. There will also be a ticket both set up at the corner of LaSalle St and Jefferson St.\nEvent shirts will be available from S&S Shirts N More. They will also be set up at the corner of Jefferson St and LaSalle St\n\nCome hungry and check out the food options from some of your favorite local non-profit organizations. Some of our generous sponsors will have booths set up for you to check out too. This will all be located on West Jefferson St.\n\nSponsored by the City of Ottawa and the Ottawa Special Events Group.
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LOCATION:Downtown Ottawa
CATEGORIES:Entertainment,Historic Downtown,Outdoor,Seasonal
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SUMMARY:Memorial Day Parade & Ceremonies
DESCRIPTION:Parade Route: Fox River Bridge on E Main St to Columbus St North to Washington Sq \nFox River Bridge – Navy Mothers Ceremony (8:30 to 9:15 am) \nCreedon Parking Lot – Shepherd Band Line-up (9:00 to 9:45am) \nMemorial Day Parade – Route above (9:30 to 10:15am) \nWashington Park – Ceremony Honoring Veterans (10:00 to 11:00am) \n 
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LOCATION:Downtown Ottawa
CATEGORIES:Entertainment,Family,Get Educated,Historic Downtown,History,Holiday,Live Music,Outdoor,Seasonal
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ORGANIZER;CN="Ottawa American Legion Post 33":MAILTO:chongofsb@yahoo.com
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SUMMARY:Starved Rock Marathon
DESCRIPTION:The 2026 Starved Rock Country Marathon\, Half-Marathon\, 10K\, and 5k are a “must-do” event for runners in central Illinois and beyond. These races blend challenging courses with awe-inspiring scenery\, making them an annual favorite in the running community \n  \nThe Starved Rock Country Marathon kicks off in the heart of downtown Ottawa\, a vibrant and historic riverside community. From the starting line\, runners embark on a scenic journey along the Illinois River\, winding through lush landscapes and tranquil views. The course leads participants through the breathtaking trails of Starved Rock State Park\, where towering sandstone bluffs\, challenging elevation changes\, and natural rock formations create a uniquely inspiring backdrop. This picturesque route combines small-town charm with the untamed beauty of nature\, making it a truly unforgettable race experience. \n 
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LOCATION:Downtown Ottawa
CATEGORIES:Entertainment,Historic Downtown,Outdoor,Seasonal
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