# Christmas Events, Markets & Things to Do in Ottawa, IL

- **Subtitle**: Celebrate Christmas 2026 in Ottawa, Illinois with festive markets, holiday parties, Christmas dinners, family activities, Santa experiences, Christmas lights, live shows, brunches, concerts, and seasonal events. Discover the best things to do and book your tickets online.
- **Category**: Christmas
- **Display Name**: Christmas events
- **Type**: other

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## About

As Christmas draws near in the Ottawa in 2026, mark your calendars for a taste of festive enchantment! Beyond the traditional gatherings at home, exploring during this festive season can be enchanting. Whether planning a family trip or going solo, there's a sleigh-load of festive fairs, holiday craft shows, and Christmas services in the Ottawa waiting to be explored. Check out the best events and parties in Ottawa to make your Christmas unforgettable, and get ready for a season of joy and celebration!

## Christmas Events in Ottawa

- **Event Name**: "It's A Wonderful Life!" Performed by the Pop-Up Players
  - **Description**: It’s Christmas Eve 1946 and the staff of Chicago radio station WHEW are hard at work re-creating one of the most beloved yuletide productions of all time! It's The Pop-Up Players returning to The Abbey with  "On The Air With - IT'S A WONDERFUL LIFE."

All
  - **Date**: Sun Dec 13 2026 at 02:00 pm (-06:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/ottawa/its-a-wonderful-life-performed-by-the-pop-up-players/200030642056836
  - **Venue**: 113 E Lafayette St, Ottawa, IL 61350-2114, United States
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  - **Categories**: Entertainment, performances, Nonprofit

## Trending Events in Ottawa

- **Event Name**: Ottawa Fall Fest & Parade 2026
  - **Description**: Join us for our fifth annual Ottawa Fall Fest & Parade! 
Parade, live music, local vendors, food trucks, and LOTS of free kids activities!
  - **Venue**: Downtown Ottawa, Illinois
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- **Event Name**: Car Show Concert: The Bop Daddies
  - **Description**: Kick off the 39th Annual Ol’ Marais River Run Car Show with a FREE concert in Forest Park!

The Bop Daddies will take the stage in the parking lot by the ball diamond and tennis courts, on Friday, September 18, from 6:30–9:00 PM, playing old-timed rock an
  - **Venue**: Forest Park Ottawa Kansas
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- **Event Name**: River Bend Mobile Pantry - October 3
  - **Description**: OSF Healthcare 1050 Building Parking Structure- 1050 E. Norris Dr. Ottawa, IL 61350


Saturday, October 3

PLEASE NOTE: This event takes place on the first Saturday of the month


• Registration is from 9:30 - 11:30 AM.
• PLEASE DO NOT ARRIVE MORE THAN 30
  - **Venue**: 1050 E Norris Dr, Ottawa, IL 61350-1602, United States
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- **Event Name**: Harbor Harvest Market at Heritage Harbor
  - **Description**: 🍂 Harvest Market at Heritage Harbor 🍂

Fall is in the air, and we’re celebrating with an evening of shopping local, good food, and waterfront views at Heritage Harbor!

Join us for the Harvest Market and spend the evening browsing a unique mix of local ve
  - **Venue**: Great Loop E, Ottawa, IL 61350, United States
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- **Event Name**: Elton Dan and The Rocket Band
  - **Description**: An Elton Dan show pays tribute to one of the all-time greatest artists ever: ELTON JOHN. Elton Dan’s rapport and stage presence is second to none and his magical piano playing has a way of engaging you in the full ELTON experience. Before you know it, you
  - **Venue**: Ottawa Memorial Auditorium
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- **Event Name**: Runway to a Cure 5k + Family Run
  - **Description**: Runway to a Cure 5K
Saturday, September 19 • Skydive Chicago • Ottawa, Illinois
Packet Pick-up 7:00am • Race Starts 8:00am

Join us for Runway to a Cure, a one-of-a-kind 5K run and walk held directly on the runway at Skydive Chicago—bringing our community
  - **Venue**: 3215 E 1969th Rd, Ottawa, IL, United States, Illinois 61350
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- **Event Name**: Starved Rock Guided Kayak Tour 2026
  - **Description**: Explore the beauty of Starved Rock on a guided kayak tourAbout this EventBOOK DIRECT TO SAVE MONEYwww.kayakstarvedrock.com/online-booking/Kayak Starved RockWe Welcome Everybody for our Starved Rock ToursPpl of all
  - **Venue**: KAYAK STARVED ROCK CAMPGROUND
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- **Event Name**: Annual Trifecta Charity Golf Outing
  - **Description**: 🎉 Join us for the 3rd Annual Trifecta Charity Golf Outing!
Hosted by Garzanelli's Supper Club, Archway Tap & Smitty’s Bar & Grill.

📣 The last 2 years we have raised over $30,000!

📅 Saturday, September 19, 2026
📍 Pine Hills Golf Club – Ottawa, IL
  - **Venue**: Pine Hills
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- **Event Name**: Sonday Funday
  - **Description**: A fun day for all to come together to celebrate the Son of God while enjoying fellowship and friends! 

Activities for all ages:
● Face painting, carnival games, and crafts in the gym
● Family games
● Ottawa Glandorf Jaycee’s famous hamburgers and french
  - **Venue**: 109 N. Main St., Glandorf, OH, United States, Ohio 45848
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## FAQs

- **Q**: What are the top Christmas events in Ottawa?
  - **A:** "It's A Wonderful Life!" Performed by the Pop-Up Players (Sun Dec 13 2026 at 02:00 pm at 113 E Lafayette St, Ottawa, IL 61350-2114, United States).
- **Q**: How can I find Christmas events in Ottawa?
  - **A:** You can discover upcoming Christmas events in Ottawa on AllEvents.in. Browse by date, venue, or price to find events that match your interests.
- **Q**: How do I buy tickets for Christmas events in Ottawa?
  - **A:** You can buy tickets directly through AllEvents.in. Many events offer online booking with options for free, paid, and early-bird tickets.
- **Q**: What are the popular venues for Christmas events in Ottawa?
  - **A:** Some popular venues hosting Christmas events in Ottawa include 113 E Lafayette St, Ottawa, IL 61350-2114, United States.
- **Q**: Who are the top organizers for Christmas events in Ottawa?
  - **A:** Popular organizers hosting Christmas events in Ottawa include Ottawa Center for the Arts.
- **Q**: Are there any online Christmas events available?
  - **A:** Yes, many Christmas events are available online. You can filter for virtual events on AllEvents.in to attend from anywhere.
- **Q**: How can I get notified about new Christmas events in Ottawa?
  - **A:** Follow the Christmas category on AllEvents.in to get notified when new Christmas events are listed in Ottawa.

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