# Events & Things To Do in Ottawa, IL in May 2026 | AllEvents - **Subtitle**: Find events and things to do in May 2026 in Ottawa, Illinois. Discover parties, concerts, meets, shows, sports, club, reunion, Performance happening in May 2026 in Ottawa, Illinois. - **Category**: May - **Display Name**: Events in May - **Type**: time_filter ## Audience - **Followers**: 1.1k+ - **Recent Followers**: - **Avatar 1**: https://cdn2.allevents.in/thumbs/attendeethumb689b208d2a182.png - **Avatar 2**: https://cdn2.allevents.in/transup/fe/dd6c34afa04838afcc0e34e7154a39/user-14.png - **Avatar 3**: https://cdn2.allevents.in/transup/37/ead652edca48399666fefbbee25262/user-50.png ## About Wondering what to do on the weekend or on a not-so-fun night? We have all you need, discover all the happening events in May [YEAR] in [CITY] and find the best picks of yourself. Be it a theatre workshop, meditation class or an entertaining concert, there are a bunch of curated events in [CITY] in May [YEAR] for you. ## May Events in Ottawa - **Event Name**: Kites in Flight - **Description**: Get ready to look to the skies! πŸͺ Kites in Flight returns for its 6th year at Peck Park in Ottawa with two days of high-flying fun and family entertainment. Join us May 16 & 17, 2026, from 11 AM to 3 PM both days, for this popular spring tradition in - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 651 - **Date**: Sat May 16 2026 at 11:00 am – Sat May 16 2026 at 03:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/ottawa/kites-in-flight/200029709027249 - **Venue**: Peck Park Ottawa Il - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czUvYmFubmVycy8xODU2NjJmNjA1MzFiNTFlYWFiODA2M2QxNmI4MmZjODE3M2UwZTE1NDZkMWI1MzE2YjJmZTkxMzk1NDcwMmFlLXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDg0NS1kY2ZmZmZmZi1nbWlyP3Y9MTc3NzQ4Mjc2Nw.avif - **Categories**: kids, festivals - **Event Name**: 2026 Starved Rock Country Marathon, Half-Marathon, 10k and 5k - **Description**: The 2026 Starved Rock Country Marathon, Half-Marathon, 10K, and 5k are a β€œmust-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. - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 186 - **Date**: Sat May 09 2026 at 07:00 am – Sat May 09 2026 at 02:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/ottawa/2026-starved-rock-country-marathon-half-marathon-10k-and-5k/200029331421143 - **Venue**: 234 Albin Stevens Dr, Ottawa, IL 61350-2799, United States - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czUvYmFubmVycy9jYjkzNzgxNTEyYzhlZTBkZTNlZDgxMzUzMTMxZTJmNjkzYTEzNzA2NTQwODRmODljMGVkODJlZDRhODQxMDExLXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDY3Ni1kY2YyZjBlYy1nbWlyP3Y9MTc3NTg4MjQ2NQ.avif - **Categories**: marathons, sports, workshops - **Event Name**: Ottawa's Third Friday Makers Market - **Description**: May 15 | June 19 | July 17 | August 21 | September 18 Arts, culture, and entertainment come alive every Third Friday in downtown Ottawa, Illinois from May through September! Hosted by Open Space Art Gallery, this free lively street festival features 40 - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 549 - **Date**: Fri May 15 2026 at 05:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/ottawa/ottawas-third-friday-makers-market/200029878087409 - **Venue**: 223 W Madison St, Ottawa, IL, United States, Illinois 61350 - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czcvYmFubmVycy82MzJhOGFiMTQzNjFkMDE5NGE2MjJkNDY0MGUzNmVmZTc3NjE1ZmE5MzBjYmM5MzU4N2E2MGQ4NmEwODY5NzUyLXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDYzMC1kY2ZmZWE5My1nbWlyP3Y9MTc3NzI0NDgwNw.avif - **Categories**: music, kids, art, entertainment, live-music, performances, festivals, shopping, music-festivals - **Event Name**: OTHS Class of 2026 Graduation Commencement Ceremony - **Description**: Ottawa Township High School (OTHS) Class of 2026 Graduation Commencement Ceremony begins at 7PM. - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 245 - **Date**: Fri May 22 2026 at 07:00 pm – Fri May 22 2026 at 08:30 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/ottawa/oths-class-of-2026-graduation-commencement-ceremony/200029525350216 - **Venue**: 211 E Main St, Ottawa, IL, United States, Illinois 61350 - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czMvYmFubmVycy8zMDU2NmJkOWU5Y2JlZGFjOTJlYjgzMWQxYTIwNDZkY2I4YzVkZjZkYTM3MzA3ZmRiZDFmMzljODNhMTAzNWU1LXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDgwMC1kY2ZmZmZmZi1nbWlyP3Y9MTc3Njc2NDY0Ng.avif - **Categories**: workshops - **Event Name**: Tom Nauman Memorial Midwest Morel Fest & Burger Bash - **Description**: πŸ„ Tom Nauman Memorial Midwest Morel Fest & Burger Bash πŸ” πŸ“… Friday, May 2 πŸ“ Washington Park along Jackson Street ⏰ Morel Fest begins at 8:00 AM | Burger Bash starts at Noon Join us for a full day of food, fun, and festivities at the Tom Nauman Memoria - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 145 - **Date**: Sat May 02 2026 at 08:00 am (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/ottawa/tom-nauman-memorial-midwest-morel-fest-and-burger-bash/200029088577218 - **Venue**: Washington Park Ottawa il - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czkvYmFubmVycy85MGVkZTk2MjI3NjEyYmZkZTk0MTRhODllNThmZTk5ZmU3ZDFkNTMzNDFlYmE2ZTdjNTQ3Yjc3ZjgzZDJjZDgzLXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDE4NTUtZGMxMDExMmEtZ21pcj92PTE3Nzc0ODI3NjU.avif - **Categories**: festivals, music, live-music, trips-adventures, entertainment - **Event Name**: Open Lot Weekend - **Description**: πŸ”₯ OPEN LOT WEEKEND IS COMING πŸ”₯ May 9th & 10th at Starved Rock Harley-Davidson & KTM Two full days of bikes, stunts, food, music, and nonstop action. Saturday (May 9): Open Lot Day with Whats4Eatz πŸ” Come hang out, kick tires, and enjoy the vibe - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 269 - **Date**: Sat May 09 2026 at 01:00 pm – Sun May 10 2026 at 10:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/ottawa/open-lot-weekend/200029943537912 - **Venue**: 750 Centennial Dr, Ottawa, IL, United States, Illinois 61350 - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czQvYmFubmVycy8zZmJlMDEzMWM0YjYyNjI4MzUxYjBlYzA2NDQ2YWZjMjI0ODkwZTgwYzlmNjdjMmJlNjg5YjQ4Y2Q1YzRkYjZlLXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDY3NS1kYzE4MTYxNy1nbWlyP3Y9MTc3NzA4ODA0MQ.avif - **Categories**: music, entertainment - **Event Name**: LIBIDO FUNK CIRCUS at Shakers in Ottawa! - **Description**: LIBIDO FUNK CIRCUS at Shakers in Ottawa! -DATE: Friday, May 1, 2026 -BAND: Libido Funk Circus -TIME: 8PM- 11PM -VENUE: Shakers...121 W. Stevenson Rd. in Ottawa, IL -FACEBOOK EVENT: https://www.facebook.com/events/2050011762508508 -PHONE: (815) 433-2110 - - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 213 - **Date**: Fri May 01 2026 at 08:00 pm – Fri May 01 2026 at 11:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/ottawa/libido-funk-circus-at-shakers-in-ottawa/200029919958845 - **Venue**: Shakers Ottawa - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czYvYmFubmVycy9iOTNlNGE4NTJjNmM0NzUwNWY1Mzc2MjM3MGNkMmM1ZmY4ZGY4ZWMyMjUxZDA1ZjI0NDdiNzc4YjQ0YmVkYTc4LXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDc5NS1kYzE4MDMwNS1nbWlyP3Y9MTc3NjY4NjkxMA.avif - **Categories**: entertainment, music, live-music, parties, sports, dance, gymnastics, pop - **Event Name**: Brews & Bikes - **Description**: πŸ”₯ BREWS & BIKES – OUR FIRST BIKE NIGHT! πŸ”₯ We’re taking the party off-site and kicking off something BIG. Join Starved Rock Harley-Davidson at From the Ashes Bar for our very first Bike Night β€” and we’re planning to make this a monthly tradition! πŸ“ - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 733 - **Date**: Sat May 16 2026 at 05:00 pm – Sat May 16 2026 at 08:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/ottawa/brews-and-bikes/200029803150008 - **Venue**: 1701 Ottawa Ave, Ottawa, IL 61350-3468, United States - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czUvYmFubmVycy80YjUxOTM0MDlmZWEwMGY3M2JhMjI3ZjhkNjgyN2VkMmQ4MjE1MDA5ZTM2OTJiNjA5MDE1NTFhYjE5ZTYxODY1LXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDYyOC1kYzE1MTYxNy1nbWlyP3Y9MTc3NzQ4NzMzMQ.avif - **Categories**: music, entertainment, parties, live-music - **Event Name**: FloRacing Night in America - **Description**: FloRacing Night In America Super Late Models UMP Modifieds Pits Open: 12:00pm Advanced Grandstand Open: 3:00pm Grandstand Open: 4:00pm Hot Laps: 6:00pm Advanced Online Ticket Holders Gates Open: 3:00 PM General Admission: $35 General Admission 6-12: $1 - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 233 - **Date**: Tue May 05 2026 at 12:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/ottawa/floracing-night-in-america/200029977956741 - **Venue**: LaSalle Speedway - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czEvYmFubmVycy9kOGJkZGZiMDQxMzg1OGFiM2ZmOTU4ODc3ZjJmNGVlODIyNDc3ZWFkZTJiZTBlYTFhYjc5ZWJiNGY5NDUzMTkwLXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDYyOC1kYzAyMDIwMy1nbWlyP3Y9MTc3NjkxMzk1OQ.avif - **Categories**: kids, meetups - **Event Name**: International Women's Riding Day - **Description**: International Women’s Riding Day πŸ–€ ✨ May 2nd | 1PM–4PM We’re celebrating the women who ride, lead, and inspire. πŸ’ͺ Join us at Starved Rock Harley-Davidson for an afternoon full of bikes, music, vendors, and good vibes. Cheer on some incredible female - **Date**: Sat May 02 2026 at 01:00 pm – Sat May 02 2026 at 04:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/ottawa/international-womens-riding-day/200029943537606 - **Venue**: 750 Centennial Dr, Ottawa, IL, United States, Illinois 61350 - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czYvYmFubmVycy8wNDU2OWQwNmRjMzVlYjZlZjgxZmRlMGE3ZDEyMDBiZDYwY2UxN2MzZDdmZTQ5YzA0MjY1MGE3OWVlZjE5ZmFhLXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDY3NS1kYzFhMTExNy1nbWlyP3Y9MTc3NjIwODY4Ng.avif - **Categories**: trips-adventures, Concerts, Music, Entertainment - **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 - **Date**: Sat May 02 2026 at 10:00 am – Sun Oct 18 2026 at 04:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/ottawa/starved-rock-guided-kayak-tour-2026/100001986596622977 - **Venue**: KAYAK STARVED ROCK CAMPGROUND - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czUvYmFubmVycy8wYWJlNjM3ZGRmZDdkZGI3YmRkMDJhYTE4MDUxMzY1NDJiYjcyYTJiMzMzNzg3MmVjODE5YmJjMzdhOGZiYThjLXJpbWctdzUwMC1oNDIyLWRjNjE1YzMxLWdtaXIuanBnP3Y9MTc3NTE3NTkyNA.avif - **Price**: USD 59 to 118 - **Categories**: trips-adventures, dog, kids, holiday - **Event Name**: Colin Cutler & BEYOND the STARS @ The Abbey - **Description**: Folk? Country? Blues? Rock and Roll? Sugar, vinegar, or spice? When Colin Cutler shows up, it's all on the table. Tickets $20 online - $25 at the door Doors open at 6PM, Show starts at 7PM Colin Cutler Cutler is a Greensboro, North Carolina-based singe - **Date**: Fri May 22 2026 at 07:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/ottawa/colin-cutler-and-beyond-the-stars-the-abbey/200030002828155 - **Venue**: 113 E Lafayette St, Ottawa, IL 61350-2114, United States - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czEwL2Jhbm5lcnMvYzI5YjkxM2YyMmY1MDg1MWNiNmMxYjI2ZDkwODk2NzlhZWY5NWQ2MTc5MTExYTIzNGM5OGI5NDFmN2ExNWY3Yy1yaW1nLXcxMjAwLWg2MjgtZGMxNTE1MTYtZ21pcj92PTE3Nzc1MTEwOTQ.avif - **Categories**: Music, Entertainment, Festivals, Art, literary-art, performances, Contests - **Event Name**: B.U.R.N. BURN 2026: Spring Solace - **Description**: πŸ“… May 13–17, 2026 πŸ“ Camp Tuckabatchee – Ottawa, IL Once more we gather in the forest (earlier this time!) to seed new art, new connections, and new magic. Think fresh air, creative momentum, crackling firelight, and that unmistakable feeling of coming ho - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 231 - **Date**: Wed May 13 2026 at 03:00 pm – Sun May 17 2026 at 01:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/ottawa/burn-burn-2026-spring-solace/200029756502827 - **Venue**: Camp Tuckabatchee - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czQvYmFubmVycy9lYTlhOWFkNTRlMTM2MzMxNDgyZTNlZjhlMDE5MGM1N2QyYWY4YjBlNWFjZTRkZGRjNDg4OWYzMWYwMWJlYTU2LXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDEyMDAtZGM2MDc5ZmYtZ21pcj92PTE3NzcxOTY5MTE.avif - **Categories**: art - **Event Name**: Fundamentals of Headdown Bigway Skills Camp - **Description**: Join SDC Core at Skydive Chicago for a Fundementals of Headdown Bigway Skills camp. This event -single plane 20 ways (Camp is limited to 20 participants, 2 groups of 10). (if we have interest it we will make a waiting list -2 days/ 12 jumps total -Jumps - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 51 - **Date**: Sat May 30 2026 at 08:00 am – Sun May 31 2026 at 05:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/ottawa/fundamentals-of-headdown-bigway-skills-camp/200029750924413 - **Venue**: Skydive Chicago - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czEvYmFubmVycy81MTQ0ZGY5YTMzNTJiNzY5MWZlMTY2MjkxZDE5N2MxNjUzYmZjZTIyMDJhOWExOWVkNDk1NWIzNmE1NzllYjY1LXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDgwMC1kYzYwOGNjMC1nbWlyP3Y9MTc3NzMwNzU5NA.avif - **Event Name**: Michelle Held & Christina Eltrevoog @ The Abbey! - **Description**: Christina and Michelle's paths crossed in 2017 when they were selected as finalists in Chicago's Uncommon Ground open mic competition. Since then, the two have sustained a musical friendship, sharing shows and showcasing at Folk Alliance conferences. Tic - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 65 - **Date**: Sat May 09 2026 at 07:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/ottawa/michelle-held-and-christina-eltrevoog-the-abbey/200029827352245 - **Venue**: 113 E Lafayette St, Ottawa, IL 61350-2114, United States - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czEwL2Jhbm5lcnMvNzVkMjQ0MTZhYTEyMmI0ZDcxYTEzNzU4MmUxMGY2MjVjNTdlOGViNGI3ZTdkYWVmOTI2YTliODkyZmI1ZDUxNy1yaW1nLXcxMjAwLWg2MjgtZGNmMGYyZjEtZ21pcj92PTE3Nzc0ODI3NjU.avif - **Categories**: music, entertainment, music-festivals, festivals, contests, live-music, concerts, meetups, art, literary-art, trips-adventures, open-mic, trekking ## Trending Events in Ottawa - **Event Name**: Starved Rock Guided Kayak Tour - **Description**: ? Starved Rock Guided Kayak Tours? Kayak Starved Rock Campground ?️ Every Saturday, Sunday & Holiday ? Tours at: 9am | 10am | 11am | 12pm | 1pm | 2pm | 3pm - **Venue**: Kayak Starved Rock, 1170 North 27th Road, Ottawa, IL, USA - **Banner**: https://cdn2.allevents.in/thumbs/thumb67fdff278e51e.jpg - **Event Name**: Kites in Flight - **Description**: Get ready to look to the skies! πŸͺ Kites in Flight returns for its 6th year at Peck Park in Ottawa with two days of high-flying fun and family entertainment. Join us May 16 & 17, 2026, from 11 AM to 3 PM both days, for this popular spring tradition in - **Venue**: Peck Park Ottawa Il - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events5/banners/185662f60531b51eaab8063d16b82fc8173e0e1546d1b5316b2fe913954702ae-rimg-w1200-h845-dcffffff-gmir?v=1777482767 - **Event Name**: 2026 Starved Rock Country Marathon, Half-Marathon, 10k and 5k - **Description**: The 2026 Starved Rock Country Marathon, Half-Marathon, 10K, and 5k are a β€œmust-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. - **Venue**: 234 Albin Stevens Dr, Ottawa, IL 61350-2799, United States - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events5/banners/cb93781512c8ee0de3ed81353131e2f693a1370654084f89c0ed82ed4a841011-rimg-w1200-h676-dcf2f0ec-gmir?v=1775882465 - **Event Name**: MUSIC IN THE PARK PRESENTS: Libido Funk Circus - **Description**: πŸŽ† 4th of July Kickoff Party – Music & Fireworks! πŸŽ† This July 4th, join us for an evening of FAMILY FUN at the Jordan Block! From 6–8 PM, enjoy the incredible sounds of The Libido Funk Circus as we get the celebration started before the City of Ottawa - **Venue**: Jordan Block Ottawa - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events9/banners/a8188fafdb97266e91b8ccbaf67de3f155fcf9e045c2fd7389218c7555bfb3af-rimg-w1080-h1080-dcabbea2-gmir?v=1777201750 - **Event Name**: 🎢 LIVE AT JORDAN BLOCK JAMS: HOTEL CALIFORNIA 🎢 An Eagles Tribute Experience - **Description**: 🎢 LIVE AT JORDAN BLOCK JAMS: HOTEL CALIFORNIA 🎢 An Eagles Tribute Experience πŸ“… Date: August 14 πŸ•– Time: 8:00 – 10:00 PM πŸ“ Location: Jordan Block, 101 W Main St. 🎟️ FREE CONCERT For over three decades, HOTEL CALIFORNIA has been recreating the legendary so - **Venue**: Jordan Block Ottawa - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events9/banners/21bae02902ede3c57d9699f48075296e5fa60d6c32a40bb777728dc8b807ca64-rimg-w1200-h1553-dc5d432c-gmir?v=1776794695 - **Event Name**: Ottawa's Third Friday Makers Market - **Description**: May 15 | June 19 | July 17 | August 21 | September 18 Arts, culture, and entertainment come alive every Third Friday in downtown Ottawa, Illinois from May through September! Hosted by Open Space Art Gallery, this free lively street festival features 40 - **Venue**: 223 W Madison St, Ottawa, IL, United States, Illinois 61350 - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events7/banners/632a8ab14361d0194a622d4640e36efe77615fa930cbc93587a60d86a0869752-rimg-w1200-h630-dcffea93-gmir?v=1777244807 - **Event Name**: OTHS Class of 2026 Graduation Commencement Ceremony - **Description**: Ottawa Township High School (OTHS) Class of 2026 Graduation Commencement Ceremony begins at 7PM. - **Venue**: 211 E Main St, Ottawa, IL, United States, Illinois 61350 - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events3/banners/30566bd9e9cbedac92eb831d1a2046dcb8c5df6da37307fdbd1f39c83a1035e5-rimg-w1200-h800-dcffffff-gmir?v=1776764646 - **Event Name**: Tom Nauman Memorial Midwest Morel Fest & Burger Bash - **Description**: πŸ„ Tom Nauman Memorial Midwest Morel Fest & Burger Bash πŸ” πŸ“… Friday, May 2 πŸ“ Washington Park along Jackson Street ⏰ Morel Fest begins at 8:00 AM | Burger Bash starts at Noon Join us for a full day of food, fun, and festivities at the Tom Nauman Memoria - **Venue**: Washington Park Ottawa il - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events9/banners/90ede96227612bfde9414a89e58fe99fe7d1d53341eba6e7c547b77f83d2cd83-rimg-w1200-h1855-dc10112a-gmir?v=1777482765 - **Event Name**: 2026 Kalida Fish and Game Extavaganza - **Description**: Kalida Fish and Game would like to invite you to come and enjoy the day at our annual Extravaganza. We will be giving away 50 g*ns starting at 12pm until gone. With three Grand Prizes of $20,000 and two prizes of $5000. So, YES there will be 3 Grand Prize - **Venue**: 16415 State Route 694, Ottawa, OH, United States, Ohio 45875 - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events2/banners/7b846d3a2a720a8a824892dd9a7eec62c261b99a8f0e9381973e563cb9c75134-rimg-w1200-h1855-dcd4c4aa-gmir?v=1776200027 ## Browse May Events by Date - [May Events Today in Ottawa](https://allevents.in/ottawa/may--today) - [May Events This Weekend in Ottawa](https://allevents.in/ottawa/may--this-weekend) - [May Events in April in Ottawa](https://allevents.in/ottawa/may--april) - [May Events in May in Ottawa](https://allevents.in/ottawa/may--may) ## FAQs - **Q**: What are the top May events in Ottawa? - **A:** Kites in Flight (Sat May 16 2026 at 11:00 am at Peck Park Ottawa Il), 2026 Starved Rock Country Marathon, Half-Marathon, 10k and 5k (Sat May 09 2026 at 07:00 am at 234 Albin Stevens Dr, Ottawa, IL 61350-2799, United States), Ottawa's Third Friday Makers Market (Fri May 15 2026 at 05:00 pm at 223 W Madison St, Ottawa, IL, United States, Illinois 61350), OTHS Class of 2026 Graduation Commencement Ceremony (Fri May 22 2026 at 07:00 pm at 211 E Main St, Ottawa, IL, United States, Illinois 61350), Tom Nauman Memorial Midwest Morel Fest & Burger Bash (Sat May 02 2026 at 08:00 am at Washington Park Ottawa il). - **Q**: What May events are happening in Ottawa this weekend May 1–3, 2026? - **A:** Tom Nauman Memorial Midwest Morel Fest & Burger Bash (Sat May 02 2026 at 08:00 am at Washington Park Ottawa il), LIBIDO FUNK CIRCUS at Shakers in Ottawa! (Fri May 01 2026 at 08:00 pm at Shakers Ottawa), International Women's Riding Day (Sat May 02 2026 at 01:00 pm at 750 Centennial Dr, Ottawa, IL, United States, Illinois 61350), Starved Rock Guided Kayak Tour 2026 (Sat May 02 2026 at 10:00 am at KAYAK STARVED ROCK CAMPGROUND). - **Q**: How can I find May events in Ottawa? - **A:** You can discover upcoming May 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 May 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 May events in Ottawa? - **A:** Some popular venues hosting May events in Ottawa include Peck Park Ottawa Il, 234 Albin Stevens Dr, Ottawa, IL 61350-2799, United States, 223 W Madison St, Ottawa, IL, United States, Illinois 61350. - **Q**: What is the price range for May events in Ottawa? - **A:** Prices for May events in Ottawa range from USD 59 to USD 118. Many events also offer free entry. - **Q**: Who are the top organizers for May events in Ottawa? - **A:** Popular organizers hosting May events in Ottawa include Exploreum Children's Museum, Starved Rock Country Marathon and Half Marathon, Open Space Art Gallery & Studios. - **Q**: Are there any online May events available? - **A:** Yes, many May events are available online. 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