Join the Ottawa Kansas Farmers Market at Tractor Supply from 8am-12pm.
Experience the closest thing to a George Strait concert with this tribute show, featuring a talented performer who has been hailed as the ultimate George Strait tribute artist. Enjoy a night of classic country music and memories that will leave you dancing in the aisles and singing along to every song. Get your tickets now for an unforgettable evening of entertainment! With opening act Jayly Rae!
Show: 7pm - Doors: 6pm
Tickets: $25 plus fees and sales tax
Event Fees: A convenience fee, a facility fee, and sales tax will be added to each ticket. All sales are final. No refunds or exchanges.
Kick up your heels and join us for a night of fun, fitness, and fantastic dancing! We’re teaming up once again with KC Boot Dancer to bring line dancing back to the Ottawa Memorial Auditorium. Whether you’re brand new to line dancing or a seasoned pro, you’ll have a blast learning and dancing together.
Lessons from 6:30pm - 7:30pm | Bonus dancing time from 7:30pm - 8pmJoin the Ottawa Kansas Farmers Market at Tractor Supply from 8am-12pm.
Mike Arnett, Shoestrang and a couple of Fatt Rascals are bringing their show to the OMA on Saturday, October 11th at 7pm! Enjoy a night of family entertainment from classic county music to new! Tickets are $15 at the door. Children under get in FREE!
Join Us for Ottawa's 2025 Candidates Forum on October 15th, at 6:30 p.m. at City Hall.
Get to know the candidates running for the USD 290 Board of Education and City Commission during this informative forum. This event provides an opportunity to hear directly from each candidate about their priorities, vision, and goals for the future of our schools and community.
Unable to be there? Be sure to stream the forum on Facebook Live! You can anonymously submit your questions to be addressed at the forum. Each submission will be provided to the Questions Table where they will be consolidated.
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Join the Ottawa Kansas Farmers Market at Tractor Supply from 8am-12pm.
Taps & Tunes 2025, presented by BCI Mechanical and Building Controls Integration Inc., returns on Saturday, October 18 inside the Ottawa Memorial Auditorium. Hosted by the Friends of the OMA, this 21+ event is the organization’s biggest fundraiser of the year, with proceeds supporting the remodel of the exhibition hall kitchen into a community commercial kitchen.
This year’s event expands beyond beer with tastings from Kansas breweries, wineries, and distilleries, plus a variety of food. Headlining the night is Paramount, a high-energy 80s rock tribute band known for epic covers of Journey, Bon Jovi, REO Speedwagon, Poison, and more. With powerhouse vocals, big harmonies, and an arena-worthy stage presence, Paramount delivers more than a concert — it’s an unforgettable party. Come sing with us!!!!
Are you ready to embark on the journey of a lifetime in 2026? Join the Ottawa Chamber of Commerce for an exclusive Travel Orientation Meeting as we unveil all the exciting details of our upcoming group trip to Normandy and the Champagne Region of France!
📅 Orientation Date: 10/21/2025
🕕 Time: 5:30 PM - 7:00 PM
💻 Location: Neosho Community College
🔗 Register Here!!: https://teams.microsoft.com/l/meetup-join/19%3ameeting_ZjI4ZDMwNTktMzkxOS00ZDYzLTgyNjItZTFlN2FjYTAxYjA5%40thread.v2/0?context=%7b%22Tid%22%3a%2232048678-7d93-4d9d-abdb-fb9762e31921%22%2c%22Oid%22%3a%22a1377d38-cea8-4235-b622-b3c84dfbba34%22%7d
Whether you're a history enthusiast or a wine lover ready to toast in the heart of Champagne country, this trip offers something unforgettable for everyone. During this orientation, you’ll learn about:
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The full itinerary and trip highlights
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Extended journey opportunity to Paris, France
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Travel dates and pricing
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Q&A Session
This session is free to attend, and all are welcome - Chamber members and community travelers alike!
✨ Don’t miss this chance to learn how you can be part of this unforgettable French adventure in 2026!]
Eric Anderson is a citizen of the Potawatomi Nation and professor of history at Haskell Indian Nations University in Lawrence.
“A History of The American Indian Boarding Schools” is part of Humanities Kansas's Speakers Bureau and “21st Century Civics,” a collection of resources that invite Kansans to participate in community discussions and learn more about the history of American democracy and the shared responsibilities of citizenship. “21st Century Civics” is made possible with support from “A More Perfect Union: America at 250,” an initiative of the National Endowment for the Humanities.
For more information about “A History of The American Indian Boarding Schools” in Franklin County, KS, contact The Munsee Tribe in Kansas at (785) 242-7756 or visit https://munseetribeinkansas.squarespace.com/.
The Ottawa Memorial Auditorium and the Franklin County Historical Society host a one-night paranormal investigation of the OMA. Join us Friday, October 24th at 7:30pm for an evening of history, guided investigations of public and backstage spaces and 30 minutes of free-range investigation. We’ll conclude the evening with a group gathering to discuss our findings.
The paranormal investigation is recommended for ages 14 and up.
Please note that while the auditorium itself is ADA accessible, the backstage areas are not. Contact OMA for questions about accessibility.
Proceeds from ticket sales will benefit both the Ottawa Memorial Auditorium and the Franklin County Historical Society.
Join the Ottawa Kansas Farmers Market at Tractor Supply from 8am-12pm.
Seth Angel is a graduate of the University of Akron. He is a life-long student of history and a recipient of Tuscarawas County, Ohio’s Zeisberger – Heckewelder Award. He is on the board of directors for the Tuscarawas County Historical Society and a member of the Eastern District Executive Board of the Moravian Church. His passion is history of the region, especially the people and events surrounding early Moravian Missions in Pennsylvania, Ohio and beyond.
In celebration of their 10 year Anniversary in Ottawa.
Gun Guys II: Zombie Takeover! 
Thursday, October 30th | 
3:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Indoor Range | 412 S Main St | Ottawa KSGet ready for an adrenaline-pumping, glow-in-the-dark showdown as the zombies take over Gun Guys II!
This Halloween, it's YOU vs. the undead — can you save the world?