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Upcoming Events & Programming
Multiple Dates2 days to the eventNov 05, 2026, 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM CSTOttawa Center: The Abbey, 113 E Lafayette St, Ottawa, IL 61350, USAStop staring at that blank canvas in your 'solitary confinement' studio—your art supplies miss human interaction! Every Thursday Evening 5 PM to 9 PM @ The Abbey Gallery & Studio
Multiple Dates3 days to the eventNov 06, 2026, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PMOttawa Center: The Abbey, 113 E Lafayette St, Ottawa, IL 61350, USAThe Ottawa Center for the Arts welcomes you to Center in: silence, a monthly window of time to practice stillness together.
5 days to the eventNov 08, 2026, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM CSTThe Abbey, 112 E Lafayette St, Ottawa, IL 61350, USAMagda Brown, a survivor of the Holocaust, dedicated her life to spreading a message of hope and resilience. Her daughter Rochelle is carrying forward her mom's inspiring journey, sharing the tale of triumph and love prevailing over hate. Moderator - Kane Farabaugh $10 Admission
11 days to the eventNov 14, 2026, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM CSTOttawa Center: The Abbey, 113 E Lafayette St, Ottawa, IL 61350, USASix Mile Grove honors its roots; you’ll catch the influences of MN music’s best - from Bob Dylan to the Jayhawks - but has also forged its own sound and space on a stage. Tickets: $35 | Doors Open @ 6:00 PM | The Music Starts @ 7:00 PM
24 days to the eventNov 27, 2026, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PMOttawa Center: The Abbey, 113 E Lafayette St, Ottawa, IL 61350, USAA documentary focusing on John Hossack and Jim Gray. John Hossack was an influential businessman, father of 11 children and an abolitionist. Community abolitionists orchestrated the escape of Jim Gray, a slave. $10 suggested donation, proceeds to Ottawa Center for the Arts & Historical Museum.
25 days to the eventNov 28, 2026, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM CSTOttawa Center: The Abbey, 113 E Lafayette St, Ottawa, IL 61350, USAThe Tiffin Brothers are graduates of Ottawa Township High School, and are grateful to return home to perform at the Ottawa Center for the Performing Arts. Tickets: $20 (Students Under 18 FREE w/ID) Doors open at 6PM, Show starts at 7PM
32 days to the eventDec 05, 2026, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM CSTOttawa Center: The Abbey, 113 E Lafayette St, Ottawa, IL 61350, USATNTeague, the father and son duo of Liam Teague and Jaden Teague-Núñez, offers an exciting, eclectic, and unique blend of music that includes calypso, jazz, classical and ragtime. Tickets ($25) Doors open at 6PM, Show starts at 7PM
33 days to the eventDec 06, 2026, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM CSTOttawa Center: The Abbey, 113 E Lafayette St, Ottawa, IL 61350, USAAgainst Sundials is a musical duo based in Cincinnati, OH consisting of Brandon Dodge and Drew Dolan. Their musical interests include classical, popular, jazz, and original music. Tickets: $15 (Students under 18 FREE w/ID) Doors @ 6 PM, Music Starts @ 7 PM
40 days to the eventDec 13, 2026, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM CSTOttawa Center: The Abbey, 113 E Lafayette St, Ottawa, IL 61350, USAThe Pop-Up Players return to The Abbey with a hilariously re-imagined classic Christmas favorite as a staged radio play: “It's a Wonderful Life!” Admission Is Free! Guests are encouraged to donate one non-perishable food item per person, to be donated to The Ottawa Community Food Basket.
47 days to the eventDec 20, 2026, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM CSTOttawa Center: The Abbey, 113 E Lafayette St, Ottawa, IL 61350, USAAdam Rowe’s Production Design has been seen on network TV, streaming services, movies, and live events. His current project MATLOCK with Kathy Bates on CBS is currently hooking audiences. Moderator - Kane Farabaugh $10 Suggested Donation at the Door
67 days to the eventJan 09, 2027, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM CSTOttawa Center: The Abbey, 113 E Lafayette St, Ottawa, IL 61350, USAChicago Farmer, singer-songwriter Cody Diekhoff, is coming to The Abbey for one incredible evening of music! Tickets are $30, available on Zeffy (Students under 19 are free admission) Doors Open @ 6:00PM, the Music Starts @ 7PM!
116 days to the eventFeb 27, 2027, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM CSTOttawa Center: The Abbey, 113 E Lafayette St, Ottawa, IL 61350, USABernstein to Bernstein is a captivating and immersive journey into the rich and diverse musical legacy of the legendary Leonard Bernstein. Canto Zenzero is a vibrant vocal ensemble. Tickets: $15 (Students Under 18 FREE w/ID) Doors Open at 6 PM, the Music Starts at 7 PM
Multiple Dates269 days to the eventJul 30, 2027, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM CDTOttawa Center: The Great Hall, 910 Columbus St, Ottawa, IL 61350, USASAVE THE DATE! "Come From Away" is coming to the Ottawa Center for the Arts! More Information Comining Soon!
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