Ottawa's Third Friday

Ottawa's Third Friday Arts' culture and entertainment event in downtown Ottawa, IL every Third Friday of the month May - September.

Fine art, photography, and creative expression come alive next Friday night on Madison Street during the Third Friday Ma...
06/11/2026

Fine art, photography, and creative expression come alive next Friday night on Madison Street during the Third Friday Makers Market! Participating artists include:
Maya Simpko – Collages
Earthly Muse Collective – Artwork
Kelly Pile – Paintings and drawings
Dylan Conmy – Paintings
Mary O'Sullivan – Soul Funk Creations
Katheryn Makeever – Watercolors and mini vases
HAW Photography
Two Moms and a Camera
Season Chandler – Lemon Snaps
Sue Webb Modern Mosaics
Glass Chick
Gallery's Choice
René Parks – Poet Laureate

Make plans to come out starting at 5 pm on Madison Street on Friday, June 19!

Ottawa's Third Friday returns this June 19 on Madison Street. This month's theme is ANALOG! All of your 90s summer dream...
06/09/2026

Ottawa's Third Friday returns this June 19 on Madison Street. This month's theme is ANALOG! All of your 90s summer dreams are about to come true!

When you plan an event, there’s so much time, energy, passion and love that goes into it. And no matter how much you put...
05/17/2026

When you plan an event, there’s so much time, energy, passion and love that goes into it. And no matter how much you put into it, you always know that certain things like the weather and participation can never be planned or expected to cooperate. But when everything aligns and the weather is an absolute dream, and your community shows up and brings the best energy, it is the best feeling in the world and friends, last night was just absolutely perfect!

I know I say it all the time but I’m just so grateful that this is what I get to do in life and I’m even more grateful for a community that shows up with open arms. And the weather! I really think after last May’s dust storm and all the weather curveballs from last year the universe was giving us a break 😅

Thank you so much to every maker that set up and shared your creations, everyone who helped set up and volunteered their time through the night and to everyone who attended!! It was the best kickoff to the season and we can’t wait to do it all over again next month!!

Shout out to our makers! Ottawa's Third Friday Artisan Market is an eclectic mix of artists, makers, bakers, and musicia...
05/15/2026

Shout out to our makers! Ottawa's Third Friday Artisan Market is an eclectic mix of artists, makers, bakers, and musicians, and they're all coming together TONIGHT in downtown Ottawa! Meet us on Madison Street for the season kick-off, starting at 5 pm!

Featuring:
SoulCandy Crochet
Artistic creations by Agnes
Greenhouse Leatherworks
Clara Brubaker Illustration

Third Friday Maker Spotlight: JewelryTreat yourself to something pretty from one of our jewelry makers this Friday on Ma...
05/15/2026

Third Friday Maker Spotlight: Jewelry

Treat yourself to something pretty from one of our jewelry makers this Friday on Madison Street!

Featuring: and.a.day.permjewlery

Why Knot
Michelle B Charm Bar

Local makers and artisans | This Friday on Madison Street | Downtown Ottawa, IL | 5-9 pm

Artist Drop #4 — Clara Brubaker x Small Dog Candle Co. | 7–8 PMWe’re keeping the night going with something truly speci...
05/14/2026

Artist Drop #4 — Clara Brubaker x Small Dog Candle Co. | 7–8 PM
We’re keeping the night going with something truly special! is bringing her gorgeous custom watercolors, and is releasing 10 exclusive candles featuring her artwork.

This is a limited release, so if you’ve been eyeing Clara’s work or just want a candle that’s as beautiful as it smells don’t wait on this one. ✨

We are so excited to see all the lovely bouquets that get made during Third Friday!! Our free kids craft for our May Mar...
05/14/2026

We are so excited to see all the lovely bouquets that get made during Third Friday!!

Our free kids craft for our May Market is inspired by the Flower shop interactive installation at MoMA by artist and a huge thanks to .wees for her floral designs!

Our free kids craft is sponsored by the Ottawa Special Events Group and hosted by 🖤

Indulge your sweet tooth this Friday at Ottawa's Third Friday! We're featuring local bakers and makers Scripture bread ...
05/13/2026

Indulge your sweet tooth this Friday at Ottawa's Third Friday! We're featuring local bakers and makers

Scripture bread
Cakeytown Marshmallows
Choo Choo Farms
Shaken By MACK
and food truck La Michoacana - Ottawa IL.

40 handmade & homegrown makers total
May 15 | 5–9pm | Downtown Ottawa

Handcrafted for Home & BodyMeet the makers:✨ | body sprays, room sprays, chapstick, candles and more✨ Moore Soap Please...
05/13/2026

Handcrafted for Home & Body
Meet the makers:
✨ | body sprays, room sprays, chapstick, candles and more
✨ Moore Soap Please | handmade soap by a kid entrepreneur
✨ Midwest Candle Co. | candles
✨ | small batch candles
✨ | refillery + eco-conscious goods
40 handmade & homegrown makers total

May 15 | 5–9pm | Downtown Ottawa 🌟

Your Third Friday shopping route is ready. ✨Downtown businesses are keeping their doors open late on May 15 and 4 of the...
05/12/2026

Your Third Friday shopping route is ready. ✨

Downtown businesses are keeping their doors open late on May 15 and 4 of them will have something extra special: small batch, handmade artist drops.

See the photos above for hours and locations. We’ll see you downtown! 🎨🛍️

Friday, May 15 • 5–9pm

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Ottawa, IL

Opening Hours

9am - 9pm

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+18153865533

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