Ottawa, Kansas
Upcoming Events in Ottawa Kansas
April
| 27 | 
Annual Ottawa, KS Corvette Show
- The Annual Ottawa, Kansas Corvette show is open to Corvettes of any year and condition. Pre-registration is not required but appreciated so we can have a rough estimate of how many cars to expect. 50-50 Pot, Door Prizes, Classes and awards. Awards include Best Car in Each Generation. Awards start at 2:30. 9 AM - 3 PM.Address: Forest Park , Ottawa, Kansas |
July
| 15 - 21 |
Franklin County Fair & Rodeo
- The county's largest and one of the longest running fairs in Kansas. Livestock and 4-H judging, and youth rodeo begins on Wednesday. Thursday night is the annual community barbecue, and Thursday and Friday, the URA Rodeo. Saturday night caps off the fair with the annual demolition derby. Each day event goers can view exhibits, ride the rides in the Midway, and sample the hearty fair food. Address: Fairgrounds. , Ottawa, Kansas |
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Independence Day Celebration
- Watch an amazing fireworks display at Forest Park at dusk! Bring your lawn chairs and enjoy the evening. The Ottawa City Band will entertain the crowd before the show! 9:00 pm – 10:00 pm. Address: Forest Park, 600 North Locust Street , Ottawa, Kansas |
September
| 21 - 22 |
Ol'Marais River Run & Back to the 60's Cruise Night
- One of the premier car shows in the Midwest, the Old Marais River Run gets bigger every year. The event begins on Friday evening with an open cruise at Forest Park, giving those who do not meet the 1972 cut-off, the opportunity to be a part of the activities. Saturday is the show and shine portion followed by a 1960s profile cruise in the downtown business district during the event, allowing the throngs of spectators to actually see and hear the show vehicles in motion. Sunday returns to the park and a continuation of the show and shine. A church service is offered for those who wish to attend. The day is capped-off by the awards presentation and the announcement of the major door prize winners. Our event begins on Friday evening with an open cruise at Forest Park, giving those who do not meet the 1972 cut-off, the opportunity to be a part of the activities. Saturday is the show and shine portion followed by a 60s profile cruise in the downtown business district, during the event, allowing the throngs of spectators to actually see and hear the show vehicles in motion. Sunday returns to the park and a continuation of the show and shine. A church service is offered for those who wish to attend. The day is capped-off by the awards presentation and the announcement of the major door prize winners. The Ol Marais River Run has become a very well-known event and is considered by most past attendees as a MUST-DO! for their show season schedule. Address: Forest Park and Downtown , Ottawa, Kansas |
| 12 - 14 |
Power of Past Antique Gas Engine & Tractor Show
- The annual show promises to be the largest ever. Approximately 500 tractors are expected on display for three full days. This show is much more than a gathering of gas engine and tractor enthusiasts, although those are pretty amazing when all the engine are chugging at once! With the passage of time, many of our younger generation have never seen or experienced farm life in its heyday. We're creating a learning experience from this event, where the future meets the past. Join us in Forest Park, located in Ottawa, Kansas; home of Warner Manufacturing and Union Foundry, a perfect site to see the gas and horse-powered farm implements of the past. Address: Forest Park, 302 North Locust , Ottawa, Kansas |
November
| 9 |
Ottawa Veterans Day Celebration
- Come celebrate the history of our nation by honoring veterans from all of the 20th century. Annually, the Veterans Day parade is one of the largest in Ottawa (over 150 entries) beginning at 11am. Then join hundreds of people each afternoon in Forest Park for reenactments and battles from the Civil War through Vietnam. Address: Forest Park , Ottawa, Kansas |
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Annual Homemade Holidays Craft Show
- Each year this sold out show brings the brightest and best crafters together under one roof. Shop for quality handmade crafts such as quilts, paintings, jewelry, baked goods and much more. 2nd Saturday of November. Open from 9AM-3PM and concessions are provided. Address: Ottawa Middle School, 13th & Ash , Ottawa, Kansas |
| 23 |
Ottawa Mayor Tree Lighting
- Celebrate the holiday season with the lighting of the mayor’s tree. 8 PM. Ph: 785-242-1000 (Always call and confirm events) |
December
| 7 |
Ottawa Christmas Parade & Celebration
- Celebrate the holidays in style in Franklin County by attending the annual Christmas parade, Holiday parade of homes, Holidays in Wellsville, Ottawa University vespers and more. Start it off by buying a box of cookies from Faith Lutheran Church where you can choose from thousands of homemade cookies beginning at 8:00am until their gone. Address: Downtown , Ottawa, Kansas |