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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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SUMMARY:Ottawa Scarecrow Festival
DESCRIPTION:Join us in Downtown Ottawa for the Annual Scarecrow Festival.\n38 years and running! \nKids activities\, food\, music\, fundraising\, and\, of course\, the Scarecrow Competition. New fundraising activities this year:\nPet Costume Contest–Famous Duos (you and your pet)\, Pie Eating Contest–all age groups\, plus adult relay round! ’90s themed scarecrow competition! *Craft vendors* *Food trucks* *Entertainment* \n 
URL:https://iandmcanal.org/events/ottawa-scarecrow-festival/
LOCATION:Downtown Ottawa\, 223 W. Madison\, Ottawa\, 61350\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250920T170000
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CREATED:20250821T200429Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250821T211617Z
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SUMMARY:Ottawa's Third Friday - Madison Street
DESCRIPTION:Arts\, culture\, and entertainment come alive every Third Friday in downtown Ottawa\, Illinois MAY – SEPTEMBER. Art vendors\, music\, food\, and live events hosted by Open Space Gallery. Enjoy 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/ottawas-third-friday-madison-street-2/
LOCATION:Downtown Ottawa\, 223 W. Madison\, Ottawa\, 61350\, United States
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UID:10003154-1755277200-1755291600@iandmcanal.org
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. Enjoy 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-2/
LOCATION:Downtown Ottawa\, 223 W. Madison\, Ottawa\, 61350\, United States
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SUMMARY:Ottawa's Third Fridays
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. Enjoy 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/ottawas-third-fridays/
LOCATION:Downtown Ottawa\, 223 W. Madison\, Ottawa\, 61350\, United States
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SUMMARY:Festival of Lights Parade & Deck the Parks
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the 37th annual holiday parade\, a time-honored tradition of making cherished memories!\nThe parade will kick off at LaSalle Street and the 200 block of West Jackson Street\, with festive floats and performances winding their way south on LaSalle\, culminating at Main Street. \nAfter the parade\, the celebration continues with lively entertainment by the Friendly City Sound and the Shepherd Choir\, followed by a spectacular fireworks display.  \nTo top it all off\, witness the magical lighting of the tree in the Jordan Block\, marking the start of the holiday season! \nDon’t miss this joyful evening of community spirit and celebration!
URL:https://iandmcanal.org/events/festival-of-lights-parade-deck-the-parks/
LOCATION:Downtown Ottawa\, 223 W. Madison\, Ottawa\, 61350\, United States
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UID:10002457-1731081600-1731099600@iandmcanal.org
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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UID:10002415-1729936800-1729944000@iandmcanal.org
SUMMARY:Downtown Ottawa Halloween Parade & Trick-or-Treating
DESCRIPTION:The 2nd annual downtown Ottawa Halloween Parade is coming back on October 26th!\nJoin us as we haunt our way down LaSalle St. from Washington Park to Jordan Block with the spooky train and its conductor in tow. Anyone can join the parade (businesses\, organizations\, families) – \njust go to Halloween Parade Registration to sign up! \nNo fee to participate. \nWe are also bringing back downtown trick or treating! \nYou can start trick or treating at the stores at 10:00am. \nThe parade kicks off at 11:30am. \nThere will also be a Trunk or Treat from Floret Events down at Court Street at noon. \nSo much to do- a great day to have fun in your costume! \n 
URL:https://iandmcanal.org/events/downtown-ottawa-halloween-parade-trick-or-treating/
LOCATION:Downtown Ottawa\, 223 W. Madison\, Ottawa\, 61350\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240928T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240928T190000
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CREATED:20240925T201530Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240925T210202Z
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SUMMARY:Scarecrow Fest
DESCRIPTION:The long standing Ottawa Scarecrow Fest returns to Downtown Ottawa with activities for the entire family.\nStroll from Washington Park to the Jordan block visiting craft vendors\, trying a great variety of food (including freshly made apple cider donuts!)\, and listening to live music. Plus\, the kids can enjoy pumpkin painting and other free crafts\, games\, and fun entertainers before walking around to view this year’s Scarecrow Competition entries throughout Downtown! Don’t forget to stop in all the local shops along the way to check out all Ottawa has to offer. \n 
URL:https://iandmcanal.org/events/scarecrow-fest/
LOCATION:Downtown Ottawa\, 223 W. Madison\, Ottawa\, 61350\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240803T090000
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CREATED:20240801T173019Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240801T182550Z
UID:10002045-1722675600-1722700800@iandmcanal.org
SUMMARY:Ottawa Canal Day
DESCRIPTION:Join us a fun-filled day with activities the entire family can enjoy. Demonstrations from a blacksmith\, canoeing on the canal\, music\, tours and so much more.
URL:https://iandmcanal.org/events/ottawa-canal-day-2/
LOCATION:Downtown Ottawa\, 223 W. Madison\, Ottawa\, 61350\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240719T170000
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CREATED:20240716T184804Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240717T164221Z
UID:10001893-1721408400-1721422800@iandmcanal.org
SUMMARY:Ottawa's Third Friday Artisan Market
DESCRIPTION:We’re in the dog days of summer\, but that’s OK because even dogs  Third Friday! Bring your pup for a night on the town next Friday starting at 5 pm on Madison Street. With temps forecasted in the low 80s\, it’s shaping up to be a howling good time (sorry but we just can’t resist a good pun)! Be sure to check out our dog-friendly vendors like Howlin Moon Barkery\, Tricera Designs\, and more! \nArts culture and entertainment event in downtown Ottawa\, IL every Third Friday of the month.
URL:https://iandmcanal.org/events/ottawas-third-friday-artisan-market/
LOCATION:Downtown Ottawa\, 223 W. Madison\, Ottawa\, 61350\, United States
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