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SUMMARY:Shop\, Sip & Sparkle Weekend!
DESCRIPTION:Kick off the holiday season in the Middle of Everywhere with a magical weekend full of festive fun!\n Happenings All Weekend Long \nDowntown Ottawa Christmas Open Houses \nOrnament Hunt & Lamp Light Carolers (Friday) \nKing Carriage Rides (Friday 4-9 PM) \nFreshly Baked Cobbler by the Ottawa Boy Scouts (Friday) \nWine & Art Walk at Heritage Harbor (Saturday\, Nov. 8\, 2–6 PM) \nExploreum’s Sparkle Spectacular Christmas Tree Auction \n Shop Local & Win!Bring 5 receipts from any downtown Ottawa businesses you shop at during Shop\, Sip & Sparkle Weekend to the Ottawa Visitors Center. Each set of 5 receipts enters you for a chance to win a $250 Downtown Discover Gift Card! Drawing will be held Tuesday\, November 26 at noon. \n Wine & Art WalkSip\, stroll\, and shop as you enjoy wine tastings and beautiful works from local artists at Heritage Harbor. Tickets are on sale now—don’t wait! \n It’s the perfect way to jumpstart your holiday spirit\, find unique gifts\, and make magical memories with family and friends. \n  \n 
URL:https://iandmcanal.org/events/shop-sip-sparkle-weekend-2/
LOCATION:Downtown Ottawa\, 223 W. Madison\, Ottawa\, 61350\, United States
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SUMMARY:Shop\, Sip & Sparkle Weekend!
DESCRIPTION:Kick off the holiday season in the Middle of Everywhere with a magical weekend full of festive fun!\n Happenings All Weekend Long \nDowntown Ottawa Christmas Open Houses \nOrnament Hunt & Lamp Light Carolers (Friday) \nKing Carriage Rides (Friday 4-9 PM) \nFreshly Baked Cobbler by the Ottawa Boy Scouts (Friday) \nWine & Art Walk at Heritage Harbor (Saturday\, Nov. 8\, 2–6 PM) \nExploreum’s Sparkle Spectacular Christmas Tree Auction \n Shop Local & Win!Bring 5 receipts from any downtown Ottawa businesses you shop at during Shop\, Sip & Sparkle Weekend to the Ottawa Visitors Center. Each set of 5 receipts enters you for a chance to win a $250 Downtown Discover Gift Card! Drawing will be held Tuesday\, November 26 at noon. \n Wine & Art WalkSip\, stroll\, and shop as you enjoy wine tastings and beautiful works from local artists at Heritage Harbor. Tickets are on sale now—don’t wait! \n It’s the perfect way to jumpstart your holiday spirit\, find unique gifts\, and make magical memories with family and friends. \n 
URL:https://iandmcanal.org/events/shop-sip-sparkle-weekend/
LOCATION:Downtown Ottawa\, 223 W. Madison\, Ottawa\, 61350\, United States
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250624T205054Z
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SUMMARY:Music in the Park - Washington Square Park
DESCRIPTION:Music in the Park\nEmbrace Ottawa’s small-town charm: bring a lawn chair\, spread a blanket on the grass\, or settle on one of the park benches to listen to the smooth sounds. Concerts run from 6-8pm on Saturdays in downtown’s historic Washington Park. Admission is free. At this time\, no indoor venue is available\, so if bad weather postpones a performance\, it will be rescheduled later in the year. \n 
URL:https://iandmcanal.org/events/music-in-the-park-washington-square-park-2/
LOCATION:Washington Square Park\, 101 E. Lafayette St.\, Ottawa\, Illinois\, 61350
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250620T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250620T210000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250603T201951Z
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SUMMARY:Third Friday - Madison Street
DESCRIPTION:Arts\, culture\, and entertainment come alive every Third Friday in downtown Ottawa\, Illinois MAY – SEPTEMBER.\nArt vendors\, music\, food\, and live events hosted by Open Space Gallery. \nEnjoy later shopping hours at many downtown retailers and enjoy custom food and drink specials at several of our fantastic restaurants. \n 
URL:https://iandmcanal.org/events/third-friday-madison-street/
LOCATION:Ottawa Visitor Center\, 1028 LaSalle St.\, Ottawa\, IL\, 61350\, United States
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250527T194430Z
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SUMMARY:Ottawa's Farmers Market - Jackson Street
DESCRIPTION:Start your Saturday with an exciting market experience from 8am to 12:30pm.\nEnjoy fresh produce\, local honey\, handmade crafts\, and delectable local treats. Indulge in farm-fresh fruits and vegetables. Explore unique\, handcrafted treasures from talented local artisans. Relish mouthwatering baked goods and tasty treats from food stalls. Bring your family\, friends\, and even your pets for a day of fun and community spirit. Let’s celebrate and support our local farmers and makers together. See you there! \n 
URL:https://iandmcanal.org/events/ottawas-farmers-market-jackson-street/
LOCATION:Ottawa Visitor Center\, 1028 LaSalle St.\, Ottawa\, IL\, 61350\, United States
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SUMMARY:5th Annual Kites in Flight Festival - Ottawa
DESCRIPTION:Get ready to soar at the 5th Annual Kites in Flight\nHappening on May 18\, 2025\, at a brand- new location—Peck Park\, 1498 State Street\, Ottawa\, IL 61350! \nThis year\, we’re partnering with the Ottawa Exploreum Children’s Museum Committee to make it bigger\, better\, and even more exciting! \n New Features & More Fun: \nUnlimited bouncing fun with a $5 wristband for kids\, giving them all-day access to the bounce houses and a pop-up experience from the Ottawa Exploreum. Craftier crafts\, bouncier bounce houses\, and more entertainment for the whole family! Hoping for even stronger winds to get the big kites soaring high! \nProfessional Kite Demos: \nWatch awe-inspiring aerial displays by the Chicago Kite Company and feel the magic as colorful kites dance across the sky. Plus\, bring your own kite or purchase one on-site to join the fun! \nFamily-Friendly Activities: \nLive entertainment \nCandy drop \nBalloon artists \nFace painting \nFood & Craft Vendors: \nGather your family and friends for an unforgettable day of kite flying and community celebration. Whether you’re an experienced kite flyer or just looking for some outdoor fun\, Kites in Flight has something for everyone. \nFor the latest updates and event details\, be sure to follow the Ottawa Exploreum Children’s Museum official Facebook page. Let’s make this the best year yet! \n 
URL:https://iandmcanal.org/events/5th-annual-kites-in-flight-festival-ottawa/
LOCATION:Peck Park – Ottawa\, 1498 State St.\, Ottawa\, IL\, 61350\, United States
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SUMMARY:Sensory Festival - Ottawa
DESCRIPTION:A full day of activities for those with Sensory sensitivities! All ages welcome!\n–Sensory tables with slime\, sand\, play dough\, and different texture sensations. \n–Art activities for lots of creative opportunities throughout the day \n–Foam party!–Music (low volume for audio sensitivities) \n–Calm rooms for breaks \n–Headphones if needed! \nPlus vendors\, food trucks & so much more! \nSee you at the Sensory Festival on April 26!!
URL:https://iandmcanal.org/events/sensory-festival-ottawa/
LOCATION:Ottawa Visitor Center\, 1028 LaSalle St.\, Ottawa\, IL\, 61350\, United States
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SUMMARY:Holiday Hustle Open House & Ornament Hunt
DESCRIPTION:Back by popular demand and for ONE NIGHT ONLY!\nJoin us in the Ottawa Hot Glass Hunt through enchanting downtown Ottawa\, IL. \nThe Ottawa Visitors Center has once again commissioned local artist Laura Johnson owner of Starved Rock Hot Glass to create 20 beautiful glass blown ornaments with a glass hook carefully attached to the top. This unique experience is a spin-off of the summer hunt to encourage local shopping. While visiting the downtown area during the Holiday Hustle Open Houses on Friday evening be sure to be on the look-out for these one-of-a-kind treasures inside one of the participating businesses* and throughout (outdoor) downtown. Find one and it is yours to keep! For many people to enjoy these one-of-a-kind creations\, we are kindly asking that you only claim one per family. Send us a selfie while you are hunting and once you hunt down an ornament\, let us know by posting it on your social media and tagging @VisitOttawaIL and hash-tagging #ottawailmiddleofeverywhere #starvedrockhotglass Happy hunting! * Not to confuse Christmas merchandise the ornament will be displayed in a clear box with an insert noting this is part of the hunt. \n 
URL:https://iandmcanal.org/events/holiday-hustle-open-house-ornament-hunt/
LOCATION:Downtown Ottawa\, 223 W. Madison\, Ottawa\, 61350\, United States
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SUMMARY:Ottawa's Smoketober Fest
DESCRIPTION:Join us on Saturday\, October 12\, 2024\, for Ottawa’s Smoketober Fest & BBQ Competition\nat the Jordan Block in beautiful downtown Ottawa\, \nfrom 12 PM to 5 PM. \nEnjoy live music\, rib tasting\, whiskey and bourbon tastings\, and an exciting BBQ competition. This year\, we’re thrilled to introduce brisket to the competition\, with competitors starting their cooking on Friday night. Stay tuned for potential plans to add a tailgate party on Friday\, October 11. \n 
URL:https://iandmcanal.org/events/ottawas-smoketober-fest/
LOCATION:Jordan Block\, 123 W. Main St.\, Ottawa\, 61350\, United States
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SUMMARY:Kites in Flight
DESCRIPTION:Kites in Flight\nThis 2-day event will feature professional kite flying demonstrations from the Chicago Kite Company\, a designated area for kids/family kite flying\, live entertainment the whole family will enjoy\, a candy drop\, balloon artists\, face painting\, bounce houses & obstacle course\, and much more! Kites will be for sale on-site\, but families are also encouraged to bring their own to fly the sunny skies! \nBe sure to “Like” our Facebook page for event updates and schedules.
URL:https://iandmcanal.org/events/kites-in-flight/2024-05-19/
LOCATION:Riverfront Park – Ottawa\, 400 Clinton St.\, Ottawa\, IL\, 61350\, United States
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SUMMARY:Midwest Morel Fest
DESCRIPTION:LEARN\, HUNT\, BUY…MOREL MUSHROOMS during Ottawa’s Midwest Morel Fest.\nWe’re excited to welcome back this beloved annual\, one-day event in Ottawa\, IL. This unique festival offers everything mushrooms from the morel enthusiast to the curious observer! \nJoin us at the Jordan Block (100 Main Street) where you can shop and peruse through a large Botanical Market and Morel Market offering everything…you guessed it…MUSHROOMS! We’ll even have MOREL UNIVERISTY where you can learn to identify morels\, so you know what to look for when you’re hiking through on your guided hunt! Educational hunt has limited availability. \nPresale tickets available until April 1 $30 (13+) /12 and under $15 \nApril 2nd – 27th $35 (13+) /12 and under $20 \nAfter April 27th and at the door $50 (13+) /12 and under $35 \nRegister today at: https://visitottawail.com/morel-registration/ \nSchedule: \n7:30 am – Hunt and Morel Market sign-in \n8-8:30 am – Morel University \n8:45 am – Busses depart for guided hunt \n9am – 4pm – Morel Market – morel mushrooms only \n8am – 4pm – Vendor Market \n9am – 11:30 am – Guided Hunt \n12:30 pm – Awards \n 
URL:https://iandmcanal.org/events/midwest-morel-fest/
LOCATION:Jordan Block Arts & Garden\, 101 Main St.\, Ottawa\, 61350\, United States
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