February
| 26 | NWA: Central States Wrestling presents: "Back Into the Abyss" - NWA: Central States Wrestling makes its debut in Ottawa, KS featuring TNA Wrestling superstar, Abyss. Also in action; CSW superstars Mark Sterling, Brett Young, Michael Strider, Darrien Sanders and more. 6:30 doors, 7:05 belltime. Address: 8 West 17th Street , Ottawa, Kansas |
March
| 15 - 16 | KOFO Home & Garden Show - The KOFO Home & Garden Show features over 50 local vendors showcasing the latest and greatest for your home and garden. Address: Ottawa Municipal Auditorium , Ottawa, Kansas |
| 30 | OHS Jr Class Car Show - Open to Cars, Truck, Motorcycles Concession Stand-Breakfast and Lunch 50/50 Pot, Prizes All proceeds to benefit the Jr/Sr After Prom Celebrations Pre-Registration, $15.00(deadline 3/16/13) Day of the Show $20.00 8am to 3pm in the High School South Parking Lot 11th and Ash, Ottawa, Kansas Questions call: Mark Hendricks@816-536-7347, Scott Spielman@785-418-4356 Scott Matney@785-418-2727, Chuck Stevens@913-238-6108 E-mail laraet@sbcglobal.net for registration form. Address: 11th and Ash, Ottawa, KS 66067 , Ottawa, Kansas |
April
| 11 - 14 | Eastern Kansas Unique and Antique Hop - Eastern Kansas Unique and Antique "Hop" is an event you don't want to miss. Visit one of over 30 stores in 10 communities for great sales and fun. Get your passport signed for a chance at big prizes. Ph: 785-242-1411 (Always call and confirm events) |
| 13 | Annual Ottawa, Kansas Corvette Show - The Annual Ottawa, Kansas Corvette show is open to Corvettes of any year and condition. Registration is $10 at the show only. Pre-registration is not required but requested so we can have a rough estimate of how many to expect. The show will be in the parking lot on the SW corner of 1st & Hickory in Ottawa. It runs from 9-3 and there will be awards, door prizes and a 50/50 pot. For more information, directions, or to request a flier don't hesitate to contact me (John). All proceeds will go to the local Prairie Paws animal shelter.Address: SW corner of 1st & Hickory St. , Ottawa, Kansas |
May
| 11 | Pottawatomie Massacre Day - Pottawatomie Massacre Day commemorates the John Brown Massacre of 1856. Event features reenactments, vendors, free breakfast, traditional games and more. Ph: 785-242-1411 (Always call and confirm events) |
| 11 | Saturday Night Rumble (Cruise ) - Cruise into Ottawa for the "Saturday Night Rumble" a series of evening cruises. There will be door prizes, games, driving tours and activities for adults and kids alike. Join us from 6-10 PM. Address: Advance Auto Parts in Ottawa, Kansas (2050 S. Princeton Circle Drive) , Ottawa, Kansas |
July
| 4 | Independence Day Celebration - Fireworks Show! Address: Forest Park , Ottawa, Kansas |
| 14 - 15 | Campaign for State District 59 Representative - Franklin County Kansas - County Fair Booth for Political Campaign representing The Honorable TerriLois Gregory. Ph: 785-222-0445 (Always call and confirm events) |
| 18 - 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 |
| 27 | Ottawa Family Bluegrass Festival - The Family Bluegrass Festival will have live music all day, 11am-6pm. There will be inflatables and activities for the kids, concessions, and fun to be had by all. Please bring your own lawn chair/seat or blanket. I'm glad to announce that our festival will be free admission this year! Mark your calendars as we are bringing a full day of music to Ottawa for FREE! Out in the trees at Forest Park, we will have a sunburn-free day of music and family fun. The City Of Ottawa has given us free use of the park that day! LOTS of giveaways!!!! Check outour group page on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/home.php?#/group.php?gid=92596642578 Address: Forest Park, 419 N. Locust , Ottawa, Kansas |
September
| 6 - 8 | 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. 16th annual antique engine and tractor show features over 500 on display. 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 , Ottawa, Kansas |
| 14 - 15 | 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. This is a great show with lots going on, great door prizes include 2 new 350 Chevrolet motors and a Plasma cutter. Over 1,000 pre 72 street rods, custom cars muscle cars & antiques have attended this show for the last 4 years. If you like old cars don't miss this one. Friday night open cruise. 6-10 pm in Forest Park. Presented by Over the Road Gang car club. (Non-Profit) Ottawa, Kansas 1972 cut-off NSRA Safety Inspection Pre-registration: 25.00 (Deadline September 1st) Registration: Day of show 30.00 Awards Ceremony @ 1:00 pm. Address: Forest Park , Ottawa, Kansas |
October
| 21 - 4 | Key Ingredients: America By Food - This is the 3rd stop in Kansas for this Smithsonian traveling exhibition. Highlighting the history of food, including preparation, preservation and cultural traditions surrounding who we are and what we eat. For six weeks take part in a number of local events organized around food such as a library book series, tastings, a historical dinner and more. Address: National Guard Armory , Ottawa, Kansas |
November
| 9 | Annual Homemade Holidays Craft Show - Each year this sold out show brings the brightest and best crafters together under one roof. Shop 125 booths of quality handmade crafts, from wood and fabric to stained glass and beyond all under one roof!! Concessions provided. 9am to 4pm. Address: Ottawa Middle School, 13th & Ash , Ottawa, Kansas |
| 10 | 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. Ph: 785-242-5419 (Always call and confirm events) |
December
| 30 | Yule Fest Weekend - 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: National Guard Armory , Ottawa, Kansas |
| 30 | Ottawa Christmas Parade & Victorian Christmas Event - Parade at 4pm Address: Downtown Ottawa , Ottawa, Kansas |
| 1 | Luminaries at Kanza Park - There will be a Luminaries event with hundreds of luminaries lining the walking trail through Kanza Park. Enjoy an evening with family and friends, holiday music and more. 6-8 PM. Ph: 785-242-7438 (Always call and confirm events) |