# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Ottawa's Third Friday Makers Market
- **Event Start and End Date**: Fri, 15 May, 2026 at 05:00 pm – Fri, 15 May, 2026 at 09:00 pm (-05:00)
- **Event 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 handmade and homegrown makers, live music, food, and rotating themed experiences each month that keep every event fresh and exciting.

Bring the whole family! We offer a free kids play zone and a free craft activity each month, making it a fun and creative night for all ages!

Stroll through downtown as the streets fill with local artists, makers, and performers. Many shops stay open late, offering special deals, while our incredible local restaurants serve up custom food, cocktails, and mocktails for you to enjoy as you explore.

Whether you’re shopping for something unique, discovering new artists, or just looking for a fun night out, Third Friday is the perfect way to experience the heart of our community.

🛍 Shop local
🎶 Enjoy live music
🍹 Sip & stroll downtown
🎨 Discover something new each month
🧒 Free kids activities

Grab your friends, bring the family, and make a night of it! We can’t wait to see you there!

Check back soon for an updated list of participating businesses and artists!
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/ottawa/ottawas-third-friday-makers-market/200029878087409
- **Event Categories**: Music, Entertainment, Art, Kids, performances, Festivals
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 0

## Ticket Details

- **Ticket URL**: http://facebook.com/200029878087409?utm_source=AllEvents.in&utm_medium=event-discovery-platform&utm_campaign=ottawa-events

## Event venue details

- **city**: Ottawa
- **state**: IL
- **country**: United States
- **location**: 223 W Madison St, Ottawa, IL, United States, Illinois 61350
- **lat**: 41.3466
- **long**: -88.84365
- **full address**: 223 W Madison St, Ottawa, IL, United States, Illinois 61350

## Event Organizer details

- **affiliate_id**: 2
- **organizer**: Open Space Art Gallery & Studios (https://allevents.in/org/open-space-art-gallery-and-studios/14368511)

## Event gallery

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- **Alt text**: thumbnail
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## FAQs

- **Q**: When is the event happening?
  - **A:** Fri, 15 May, 2026 at 05:00 pm (-05:00)
- **Q**: Where is the event happening?
  - **A:** 223 W Madison St, Ottawa, IL, United States, Illinois 61350
- **Q**: Who is organizing the event?
  - **A:** Open Space Art Gallery & Studios
- **Q**: What type of event is this?
  - **A:** Music, Entertainment, Art, Kids, performances, Festivals
- **Q**: Where can I find ticket details about Ottawa's Third Friday Makers Market ?
  - **A:** You can find ticket details about this event on AllEvents.

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