Make your life happening by enrolling to entertainment events in Ottawa. Find a partner through a salsa night or take your partner to live in concerts by upcoming bands in your town. Get high while playing Beer Pong in a pub crawl or attending stand-up comedy events in Ottawa. Shake your legs in the happy streets, zumba or dance workshops or go for a film screening in the nearby cafes or theaters.
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## Entertainment Events in Ottawa - **Event Name**: The Breakfast Club is a tribute to the 80's - **Description**: The Breakfast Club is a tribute to the 80's. This high energy cover band is from Chicago but will travel all over the world. - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 28 - **Date**: Fri Sep 25 2026 at 08:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/ottawa/the-breakfast-club-is-a-tribute-to-the-80s/200030678648626 - **Venue**: 121 W Stevenson Rd., Ottawa, IL, United States, Illinois 61350 - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czMvYmFubmVycy9kNDYyMTliY2U4MjcxNzhmOGQwMTAzYjIwNWM0NDQxY2NiNzYwZmVkOGIxZGY5YzQ1NTlhMmE2NGNjYzg2ZmE2LXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDk2Mi1kYzA4MDgwOC1nbWlyP3Y9MTc4ODkzODQ4Nw.avif - **Categories**: music, entertainment - **Event Name**: Tuesday Night Pub Trivia @ Shakers! - **Description**: Free to play free win, come take on our mind bending Trivia with 6 rounds of Trivia! Bring your friends up to 6 people to a team, drink while you think! π€ π» Our 6 rounds include pop culture, sports, Entertainment, name that tune, geography/ history and - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 1 - **Date**: Tue Sep 22 2026 at 07:00 pm β Tue Sep 22 2026 at 09:30 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/ottawa/tuesday-night-pub-trivia-shakers/200030706878708 - **Venue**: Shakers Ottawa - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czkvYmFubmVycy9lYjY4ODk1N2VmYzUyYjNmOWExOWUyNTk3ZjNhNjg4NTA4MjFiN2JmZjY5Yzg3M2QzZDM4YzIzYjBhMTEzMzEyLXJpbWctdzEwODAtaDEzNTAtZGNkOGQ4ZDgtZ21pcj92PTE3ODk1OTMzMDg.avif - **Categories**: sports, science-fair - **Event Name**: Candlelight: Coldplay & Imagine Dragons | Ottawa - **Description**: π Tickets https://tinyurl.com/candlt-coldplay-imagine-dra-10 β Candlelight concerts bring the magic of a live, multi-sensory musical experience to awe-inspiring locations like never seen before in Ottawa. Get your tickets now to discover the music of Col - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 1 - **Date**: Fri Jan 29 2027 at 08:30 pm (-06:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/ottawa/candlelight-coldplay-and-imagine-dragons-ottawa/200030618674948 - **Venue**: First Baptist Church - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czMvYmFubmVycy9lY2M3NjgyY2M2ZDhlMWZlN2U5N2VlYmRmNTlhNjA5NmY3MjJiYjQ1OGY3NjEzNjczN2I5NDdiMWZhOTliZmFmLXJpbWctdzc2OC1oNzY4LWRjYjhhODg4LWdtaXI_dj0xNzg4NDM4NDg2.avif - **Categories**: candlelight-concerts, entertainment, music, concerts, performances, art, trips-adventures, live-music - **Event Name**: Monster Mash Moto Bash - **Description**: A Starved Rock ABATE Members Only party. Details to come soon! - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 14 - **Date**: Sat Oct 24 2026 at 06:00 pm β Sat Oct 24 2026 at 10:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/ottawa/monster-mash-moto-bash/200030474916835 - **Venue**: Veterans of Foreign Wars - **Banner**: https://dyn-image.allevents.in/generate-image?v=4&title=Monster+Mash+Moto+Bash+&date=Sat+Oct+24+2026+at+06%3A00+pm&bg=1 - **Categories**: parties, entertainment - **Event Name**: Harbor Stories: Unplugged featuring Brandon Sampson & Adam Levy - **Description**: Two acclaimed Americana songwriters share the stage for an evening of exceptional musicianship, storytelling, and unforgettable songs.About this EventTwo acclaimed Americana songwriters. One unforgettable evening.H - **Date**: Sun Jan 24 2027 at 05:00 pm β Sun Jan 24 2027 at 09:00 pm (-06:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/ottawa/harbor-stories-unplugged-featuring-brandon-sampson-and-adam-levy/100001996896653646 - **Venue**: The Vue at Heritage Harbor Resort - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czQvYmFubmVycy84MTA3ZjA5M2U1YTg1NDYxMTk4OWI0ZDg3MzQyYjNiMGE5MDEzM2IxYjMwOWQ3NzY2ZTI4MzA1OTY0ZTlhMThhLXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDYwMC1kYzA4MTgxOC1nbWlyLmpwZz92PTE3ODcwNjE0NTY.avif - **Price**: USD 8 to 62 - **Categories**: fitness, Music, Entertainment, performances - **Event Name**: Aaron Kerr's Dissonant Creatures @ The Abbey - **Description**: Described as a mix of modern classical, free form jazz, heavy metal and atmospheric rock, Aaron Kerrβs Dissonant Creatures is the brainchild of cellist and composer Aaron Kerr. Tickets: $25 (Students under 18 FREE w/ID) Doors @ 6:00, Music Starts - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 2 - **Date**: Fri Oct 09 2026 at 07:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/ottawa/aaron-kerrs-dissonant-creatures-the-abbey/200030497714019 - **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/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czkvYmFubmVycy8yZDI3MjUxYjdlNzU4YzJlZmJkZWYwNWU5ZTQ4OWU3Y2IzNWRlN2Y2ZTRjMzMwZDMyMGVhODU0MTQ4MDEyNzRkLXJpbWctdzk4MC1oNTUyLWRjMDgwODA4LWdtaXI_dj0xNzg4MTg3MjQz.avif - **Categories**: music, entertainment - **Event Name**: Harbor Stories: Unplugged featuring Aaron Kelly & Shane Reilly - **Description**: Two acclaimed Americana songwriters share the stage for an evening of exceptional musicianship, storytelling, and unforgettable songs.About this EventHarbor Stories: Unplugged welcomes two exceptional singer-songwriters f - **Date**: Sun Feb 07 2027 at 05:00 pm β Sun Feb 07 2027 at 09:00 pm (-06:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/ottawa/harbor-stories-unplugged-featuring-aaron-kelly-and-shane-reilly/100001996896719844 - **Venue**: The Vue at Heritage Harbor Resort - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czIvYmFubmVycy8wOWNjNThmM2RmYmQzYjczZDNhMGM2NmUxNjljYjRhZjVhMmRjYWRlZGJlZjc3NzYxYmUxNTI0NjI5OTNiZGQ4LXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDYwMC1kYzA4MTgxOC1nbWlyLmpwZz92PTE3ODcwNjMzODU.avif - **Price**: USD 8 to 62 - **Categories**: music, entertainment, performances, art, storytelling - **Event Name**: Walt Willey - A View from the Abbey - **Description**: Ottawa native Walt Willey will join us to have a conversation about his wide ranging career in television, movies and visual artist. Doors open at 1:30 PM $10 suggested donation at the door More Details on our website - https://www.ottawacenter.org/even - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 6 - **Date**: Sun Oct 18 2026 at 02:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/ottawa/walt-willey-a-view-from-the-abbey/200030497713006 - **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/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czUvYmFubmVycy9iNzdjMjlkZTU3ZDgxNzA2NWJjYTIwZmQzMDk5MDlhZjliZGM4MmYwNDNiMTYzZjZiYmU4NTA5MzhkZDlkOWExLXJpbWctdzk4MC1oNTUyLWRjZThlOGU4LWdtaXI_dj0xNzg4MjQ4NzQ1.avif - **Categories**: art, entertainment, nonprofit - **Event Name**: Block Party / Soft Opening - **Description**: β¨ Come hang out with us! We will have in-studio specials, snacks & drinks! - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 89 - **Date**: Sun Sep 20 2026 at 11:00 am β Sun Sep 20 2026 at 02:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/ottawa/block-party-soft-opening/200030685906958 - **Venue**: 236 W Lafayette St, Ottawa IL 61350 - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czEvYmFubmVycy9lNmI1MGRjZGQwZjk5MzE3ZWRlMjcwZDk3ZThjNzI3YTNlZTYzZDRmZDhlZWVmNWEwOGJiZTA0ZjU5MjY3NDQ2LXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDE2MDAtZGNmOGY4ZjgtZ21pcj92PTE3ODkxMTIzMzg.avif - **Categories**: parties, entertainment ## 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 - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events8/banners/bf07897d4047717bf1568433ad17da61351ef85a8e401b8d8444a053199ccafd-rimg-w1200-h1800-dcf8f8f8-gmir?v=1787445181 - **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 β’ Registration is from 9:30 - 11:30 AM. β’ PLEASE DO NOT ARRIVE MORE THAN 30 - **Venue**: 1050 E Norris Dr, Ottawa, IL 61350-1602, United States - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events2/banners/c70ebe739eab07d23ab1552af2b41fdfef6793f89ff77971376e23b80167f1d4-rimg-w820-h362-dc48b808-gmir?v=1789432149 - **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 Danβs 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 - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events5/banners/d86c331260d292a55d1b6313c5b05b534cce6d311c486335d9c5b06f7cecdbdc-rimg-w1200-h630-dc080808-gmir?v=1787303929 - **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: β Face painting, carnival games, and crafts in the gym β Family games β Ottawa Glandorf Jayceeβs famous hamburgers and french - **Venue**: 109 N. Main St., Glandorf, OH, United States, Ohio 45848 - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events7/banners/7f579ed1c0e39bd588c925fe40953eb78cecfd3d4d6b3be18b7a300cbf20e85e-rimg-w1200-h675-dcf8f8c8-gmir?v=1788667477 - **Event Name**: The Bad Astra Gravel Race - **Description**: π¨ REGISTRATION OPENS FRIDAY, MAY 15 at 8:00 AM! π¨ Get ready for one of the most challenging and fun Kansas gravel races of 2026 β Bad Astra Gravel Race returns to Ottawa, Kansas on September 26, 2026! Ride the wild and wicked gravel roads of Franklin Co - **Venue**: 130 South Main Street, Ottawa, KS, United States, Kansas 66067 - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events5/banners/cfd006e1c33a746d889b1ee31a77c48450da017cafe7b0c70201afbe8f22fa50-rimg-w1200-h393-dcf8f8f8-gmir?v=1787303928 - **Event Name**: Taps and Tunes 2026 Featuring PARAMOUNT - **Description**: Taps & Tunes 2026 Saturday, October 24, 2026 Presented by BCI Solutions Group & Bob Allen Ford Join the Friends of the Ottawa Memorial Auditorium for their largest fundraiser of the year! Taps & Tunes is an evening of craft beverages, live mu - **Venue**: Ottawa Memorial Auditorium - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events1/banners/b9d6d6f786ba6c1d8b7ec194204796f9866a1041de3416398e5d4f5606235b68-rimg-w1200-h630-dc484848-gmir?v=1788689011 - **Event Name**: Harbor Stories: Unplugged Season 8 | Season Tickets - **Description**: Grab your Harbor Stories: Unplugged Season 8 tickets! 7 shows, $250, one-week-only sale August10-16. Donβt miss out!About this EventHarbor Stories: Unplugged Season 8 (2026β2027)Ex - **Venue**: The Vue at Heritage Harbor Resort - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events8/banners/3355153c3c26a8f4b45da8b388f5a1e4400a28f3917e8c99ac01d58b214a8115-rimg-w1200-h600-dc081818-gmir.jpg?v=1786383185 - **Event Name**: Fiddlerock! Sunset Cruise on the Sainte Genevieve Riverboat - **Description**: *Rescheduled from July 31st!* Enjoy a scenic sojourn with a soundtrack: Fiddlerock! is coming to the Sainte Genevieve Riverboat! Join us from 7 to 9pm on Friday, September 25th for a sunset cruise full of your favorite jams in rock, pop, country, metal, - **Venue**: Sainte Genevieve Riverboat - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events3/banners/3c77b5873264d7797b7f4f9b6b7b831441280721966ea9e6845b8bf8231137d0-rimg-w1200-h628-dcf80838-gmir?v=1788424122 - **Event Name**: A Victorian Haunting: Escape from the Asylum - **Description**: Step back in time to a shadowy night of intrigue, secrets, and suspense at A Victorian Haunting: Escape from the Asylum. Someone has escaped... and they're leaving clues throughout downtown Ottawa. Can you piece together the mystery before it's too late? - **Venue**: Reddick Mansion Association - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events7/banners/1c11d0f328e687a2dbc430e74d9d3a0cf55f56b87e1c72e0e0565e3cb9d219a2-rimg-w1200-h675-dc382818-gmir?v=1787511033 ## Browse Entertainment Events by Date - [Entertainment Events Today in Ottawa](https://allevents.in/ottawa/entertainment--today) - [Entertainment Events This Weekend in Ottawa](https://allevents.in/ottawa/entertainment--this-weekend) - [Entertainment Events in September in Ottawa](https://allevents.in/ottawa/entertainment--september) - [Entertainment Events in October in Ottawa](https://allevents.in/ottawa/entertainment--october) ## FAQs - **Q**: What are the top Entertainment events in Ottawa? - **A:** The Breakfast Club is a tribute to the 80's (Fri Sep 25 2026 at 08:00 pm at 121 W Stevenson Rd., Ottawa, IL, United States, Illinois 61350), Tuesday Night Pub Trivia @ Shakers! (Tue Sep 22 2026 at 07:00 pm at Shakers Ottawa), Candlelight: Coldplay & Imagine Dragons | Ottawa (Fri Jan 29 2027 at 08:30 pm at First Baptist Church), Monster Mash Moto Bash (Sat Oct 24 2026 at 06:00 pm at Veterans of Foreign Wars), Harbor Stories: Unplugged featuring Brandon Sampson & Adam Levy (Sun Jan 24 2027 at 05:00 pm at The Vue at Heritage Harbor Resort). - **Q**: What Entertainment events are happening in Ottawa today September 20, 2026? - **A:** Block Party / Soft Opening (Sun Sep 20 2026 at 11:00 am at 236 W Lafayette St, Ottawa IL 61350). - **Q**: What Entertainment events are happening in Ottawa this weekend September 18β20, 2026? - **A:** Block Party / Soft Opening (Sun Sep 20 2026 at 11:00 am at 236 W Lafayette St, Ottawa IL 61350). - **Q**: What Entertainment events are happening in Ottawa in September 2026? - **A:** The Breakfast Club is a tribute to the 80's (Fri Sep 25 2026 at 08:00 pm at 121 W Stevenson Rd., Ottawa, IL, United States, Illinois 61350), Tuesday Night Pub Trivia @ Shakers! (Tue Sep 22 2026 at 07:00 pm at Shakers Ottawa), Block Party / Soft Opening (Sun Sep 20 2026 at 11:00 am at 236 W Lafayette St, Ottawa IL 61350). - **Q**: How can I find Entertainment events in Ottawa? - **A:** You can discover upcoming Entertainment 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 Entertainment 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 Entertainment events in Ottawa? - **A:** Some popular venues hosting Entertainment events in Ottawa include 121 W Stevenson Rd., Ottawa, IL, United States, Illinois 61350, Shakers Ottawa, First Baptist Church. - **Q**: What is the price range for Entertainment events in Ottawa? - **A:** Prices for Entertainment events in Ottawa range from USD 8 to USD 62. Many events also offer free entry. - **Q**: Who are the top organizers for Entertainment events in Ottawa? - **A:** Popular organizers hosting Entertainment events in Ottawa include Shakers Ottawa, Fun See Do: Events in Canada, Heritage Harbor Staging. - **Q**: Are there any online Entertainment events available? - **A:** Yes, many Entertainment 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 Entertainment events in Ottawa? - **A:** Follow the Entertainment category on AllEvents.in to get notified when new Entertainment events are listed in Ottawa. ## Category Banner - **Banner Image**: https://cdn2.allevents.in/transup/58/5efbefdb8e438db5c829e697673309/Maskgroup-3-.webp ## Entertainment events from nearby cities - [Entertainment events in Marseilles](https://allevents.in/marseilles/entertainment) - [Entertainment events in Lasalle](https://allevents.in/lasalle/entertainment) - [Entertainment events in La Salle](https://allevents.in/la-salle-il/entertainment) - [Entertainment events in Seneca](https://allevents.in/seneca-il/entertainment) - [Entertainment events in Tonica](https://allevents.in/tonica/entertainment) - [Entertainment events in Peru](https://allevents.in/peru-il/entertainment) - [Entertainment events in Streator](https://allevents.in/streator/entertainment) - [Entertainment events in Cedar Point](https://allevents.in/cedar-point-il/entertainment)