Ottawa Friendship Days

Attention downtown business owners: get ready for sidewalk sales during Friendship Days! We've put together a sample social media promo schedule to help make this year's Sidewalk Sales the best yet! Read more: https://mailchi.mp/a263b291b59d/aug-newsletter-12699997

Mark your calendars! 🗓️ Big sidewalk sales are coming to downtown Ottawa from August 1-3 during Ottawa Friendship Days! Stay tuned for amazing deals and fun activities!

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Join us for the inaugural Ottawa's Brew Fest "Drinkin' With Lincoln" as part of Friendship Days at Washington Square Park!

The festivities kick off on Saturday, July 27 from 1:00 PM to 9:00 PM and continue on Sunday, July 28 from 12:00 PM to 5:00 PM.

Enjoy two days of live music featuring performances by Dan Hubbard, 80s Bush, The Beatelles, Rosie and the Rivets, Aaron Kelly, and The David Hilliker Trio. Savor delicious food from vendors like Bertha's, Flo's, Dig Doug's BBQ, Serna's, Tony's Tacos, Chicago Maine Lobster, and Yim Curry. Quench your thirst with a fantastic lineup of beer vendors along with a couple of wine vendors.

Tangled Roots Brewing Company
Nik & Ivy Brewing
Church Street Brewing Company
Obscurity Brewing & Craft Mead
Scorched Earth Brewing Company
Revolution Brewing
Two Brothers Brewing Company
Kite Hill Vineyards
Unpossible Mead
Star Union Spirits
August Hill Winery

Tickets are available for pre-sale at $20 for 24 tickets online or in person at City Hall and the Ottawa Visitors Center, or $25 for 24 tickets at the gate (credit card fees apply). Beer tastings are 2 tickets each or 6 tickets for a 16 oz pour, and wine tastings are 2 tickets each or 6 tickets for a 5 oz pour. Rumor has it Lincoln might be making a guest appearance- you don't want to miss this!

https://www.visitottawail.com/event/drinkin-with-lincoln/

**JULY 28, 11AM-3PM**

📢 Exciting News for Ottawa Residents! 🎉

We're thrilled to unveil the calendar of events for the 2024 Friendship Days in our beautiful city of Ottawa! Mark your calendars and spread the word!

Not summer without the traditional Kid's Fishing Rodeo. Free kid event, under the bridge where to 2 rivers meet.

Join us for the inaugural Ottawa's Brew Fest "Drinkin' With Lincoln" as part of Friendship Days at Washington Square Park!

The festivities kick off on Saturday, July 27 from 1:00 PM to 9:00 PM and continue on Sunday, July 28 from 12:00 PM to 5:00 PM.

Enjoy two days of live music featuring performances by Dan Hubbard, 80s Bush, The Beatelles, Rosie and the Rivets, Aaron Kelly, and The David Hilliker Trio. Savor delicious food from vendors like Bertha's, Flo's, Dig Doug's BBQ, Serna's, Tony's Tacos, Chicago Maine Lobster, and Yim Curry. Quench your thirst with a fantastic lineup of beer vendors along with a couple of wine vendors.

Tangled Roots Brewing Company
Nik & Ivy Brewing
Church Street Brewing Company
Obscurity Brewing & Craft Mead
Scorched Earth Brewing Company
Revolution Brewing
Two Brothers Brewing Company
Kite Hill Vineyards
Unpossible Mead
Star Union Spirits
August Hill Winery

Tickets are available for pre-sale at $20 for 24 tickets online or in person at City Hall and the Ottawa Visitors Center, or $25 for 24 tickets at the gate (credit card fees apply). Beer tastings are 2 tickets each or 6 tickets for a 16 oz pour, and wine tastings are 2 tickets each or 6 tickets for a 5 oz pour. Rumor has it Lincoln might be making a guest appearance- you don't want to miss this!

https://www.visitottawail.com/event/drinkin-with-lincoln/

June is shaping up to be a month filled with experiences and lasting memories. Come be a part of something amazing in Ottawa, IL!

Drinkin' with Lincoln Fine Art Vendor Application Calling all independent fine artists! The City of Ottawa Arts Committee will be accepting applications for vendors at Drinkin' with Lincoln - a kick off to Ottawa's Friendship Days, which will take place in Washington Park. The dates for this event are Saturday, July 27th from 1 PM - 9 PM and Sunday...

🎉🍻 Get ready, Ottawa! 🍻🎉

We're thrilled to announce the kickoff of Friendship Days with "Ottawa's Brewfest: Drinkin' with Lincoln"! 🎊

Join us for a weekend full of craft brews, delicious food, and great company. Let's celebrate friendship and community together!

Ottawa Friendship Days will be kickin off with a new event! Save the Date.

Get ready to Rock the Block with us on Wednesday, July 31st, from 5 to 8 PM at Washington Park! 🎸🌳

Join us for an unforgettable evening of live music, food, drinks, and community spirit as we bring together residents, businesses, and visitors for a celebration like no other. This event is proudly presented by the Ottawa Area Chamber of Commerce, and we can't
wait to see you there!

Event Details:
What: Rock the Block
When: Wednesday, July 31st, 5-8 PM
Where: Washington Park, Ottawa
Live Music By: Whiskeyfist

Mark your calendars and stay tuned for ticket sales to be announced soon. This is an event you won't want to miss, featuring fantastic music by Whiskeyfist and a vibrant atmosphere filled with fun and entertainment.

We'll have more information coming your way shortly, so keep an eye on our social media channels and website for updates. Let's come together to Rock the Block and make lasting memories in our wonderful community!🎶🎟️

🌟 Join us in building a better Ottawa! 🌟

Ready to roll up your sleeves and make Ottawa even better? Join us at City Hall on April 4, 6:30 PM, and discover exciting volunteer opportunities! Let's build a stronger, more vibrant community together! 💪🏼✨

CALLING ALL LOCAL FARMERS, GROWERS, BAKERS, MAKERS AND MORE! Registration is officially open for the 2024 Ottawa Farmers & Makers Market!

Applications can be downloaded from the Ottawa Area Chamber website at www.ottawachamberillinois.com/farmers-market or you can apply online at forms.gle/mjrxWNaGGiTAe6YB8 today!

We are so excited for another wonderful season and we can't wait to work with our incredibly talented, hardworking local growers and makers to create a market for the whole community.

In partnership with Ottawa Special Events Group, Fueled By Whiskey will be performing during Jordan Block Jams for Friendship Days on August 2, 2024, from 7-9PM in the Jordan Block!

📣 Save the Date! 🎶✨

Get ready to jam because something exciting is coming to the Jordan Block! 🌟 Introducing Jordan Block Jams - the newest addition to our lineup of free concert series, inspired by the success of Music in the Park!

Join us for an unforgettable evening of live music, community vibes, and good times as we kick off this exciting new venture. Plus, indulge in delicious food and refreshing drinks from our food and drink vendors! Whether you're a longtime music lover or just looking for a fun way to spend your evening, Jordan Block Jams promises to deliver an experience like no other.

Mark your calendars and spread the word! 🗓️ You won't want to miss out on the inaugural Jordan Block Jams event. Stay tuned for more details coming your way soon! 🎵✨

We are so excited to announce the 2024 Ottawa Farmers & Makers Market season, which will run for 20 Saturdays from June 1st, 2024 through October 12th, 2024! Registration for vendors will open in mid March, and the application will be available online and in-person.

We hope to have another amazing season of local farmers and creators sharing their hard work and talent with the community, and we hope to see all of you there!

🎉 Get ready to shake it off, Ottawa! 🎶 Mark your calendars and dust off your dancing shoes because the City of Ottawa is thrilled to announce the ultimate summer bash: a TSwift Dance Party to close out our 2024 Friendship Days Festival on August 4th! 🌟

🎤 From "Shake It Off" to "Love Story," we'll be spinning all your favorite Taylor Swift hits under the sun for a Sunday Funday you won't forget!

💃 Whether you're a die-hard Swiftie or just looking for a good time, this is the event of the summer you won't want to miss! So grab your squad, channel your inner Taylor, and get ready to dance the day away! 🌟

Stay tuned for more details and surprises as we countdown to the hottest party in Ottawa! Save the date, spread the word, and let's make memories together at our TSwift Dance Party on August 4th! 🎉

Kid's grab your poles and join us at the river! August 3, 2023.

Sponsored by: Commissioner Eichelkraut, Ottawa Park and Recreation, Ken Katrein, Shoreline Boat & Ski Club, and City of Ottawa Special Events Group

2023 Friendship Days Events Schedule, subjected to change!

Touch a Truck august 6, 2023.

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Ottawa Riverfest organizers seek more food vendors

Ottawa plans to bring music and food back to Riverfest

Taste of Ottawa to return in 2020 Ottawa City Commissioner Wayne Eichelkraut says people missed the Taste of Ottawa last year, so he and Commissioner Marla Rodriguez are bringing it back. Eichelkraut says they’re getting rid of the entry fee, but the Taste will still operate on food tickets. He says he’s already lined up food

Commercial/Homemade - IBEW Local 176
Religious - Ottawa's 3 United Methodist Churches
Patriotic - Laborers Local 393
Youth - Ottawa Dance Academy
Nonprofit - Marquette Baseball Team
Other - Step by Step Childcare Center

Most Creative - BMX Team
Most Fun - OGFA
Most Representative of Ottawa's Riverfest - Parade Marshalls
Madilyn Smith - IHSA 2019 3A Pole Vault State Champion
Marquette High School Baseball Team - IHSA 2019 Baseball State Champion
OTHS Pirate Poms - Illinois Drill Team Association 3A State Champions for Competitive Dance