
R & B Sports Presents: Sports Memorabilia Card Show
FREE Admission!!! Mike Bell, formerly of Kansas City Chief’s fame will sign autographs from 1pm - 3pm for $7 per autograph.
OMA Box Office is open 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday. The Box Office will open 1 hour prior to doors opening on performance dates. Tickets may also be purchased below. If you need assistance please call 785-242-8810.
FREE Admission!!! Mike Bell, formerly of Kansas City Chief’s fame will sign autographs from 1pm - 3pm for $7 per autograph.
After premiering Off-Broadway last season, ‘A Taste of Ireland―The Irish Music & Dance Sensation’ returns to stages across the USA in 2025, performing the show that has entertained thousands around the globe. Laugh, cry and jig into the night with a production that is Celtic, for this generation. Purchase Tickets
Experience the heart and soul of country music right here in Ottawa, KS! Join us for an unforgettable season of toe-tapping rhythms, honky-tonk lyrics, and world-class performances featuring a mix of local legends and Nashville guests.
The May show features Jill Warren (from Nashville). An afternoon of powerful duets featuring Jill Warren and her special guests.
The Lawrence Community Handbell Choir is excited to share with you an enchanting concert of music that highlights the captivating sounds of handbells and music in the movies. Sponsored by Grace Episcopal Church.
Hosted by the Ottawa Memorial Auditorium and The Ottawa Recreation Commission.
Produced by Upstage Productions, this interactive show will have you laughing, guessing, and sleuthing your way through the night. There’s been a murder aboard the Disoriented Express, and some of the world’s most iconic detectives are on the case — Sherlock Holmes, Lieutenant Columbo, Charlie’s Angels, and even Batman! But can they solve the crime before you do?
OUTheatre, in partnership with the Ottawa Memorial Auditorium, is hosting a week of fun and fanfare for the theatrically-minded in Ottawa and surrounding communities! This camp-style academy features something for everyone!
Acting and Improvisation - Vocal and Instrumental Coaching - Dance - Stage Combat and Movement - Technical Theater Workshops
Experience the heart and soul of country music right here in Ottawa, KS! Join us for an unforgettable season of toe-tapping rhythms, honky-tonk lyrics, and world-class performances featuring a mix of local legends and Nashville guests.
On July 26th we’re celebrating the Day of the Cowboy with Three Trails West. Celebrate the spirit of the West with a show full of classic cowboy tunes and stories. Tickets are $15 at the door.
Rising country star Walker Montgomery returns to the Ottawa Memorial Auditorium — this time with his full band for an unforgettable night of country music!
Chosen as an "Artist to Watch" by Country Now, Music Mayhem Magazine, Sounds Like Nashville, and The Boot, Walker is quickly making a name for himself in today’s country scene. The son of John Michael Montgomery and nephew of Montgomery Gentry’s Eddie Montgomery, Walker is carving out his own legacy with hits like “She Don’t Know,” “Simple Town,” and “Bad Day to Be a Beer.” His signature honey-bourbon voice and heartfelt songwriting have earned him over 40 million streams and a growing national fanbase.
Walker made his Grand Ole Opry debut in 2023 and first visited the OMA as an acoustic opener — now he’s back and headlining with a full-throttle show you won’t want to miss!
Catch the wave with Surfin’ USA, Kansas City’s ultimate Beach Boys tribute — live at the OMA on August 16! A rockin’ beach party for fans of all ages!
Experience the heart and soul of country music right here in Ottawa, KS! Join us for an unforgettable season of toe-tapping rhythms, honky-tonk lyrics, and world-class performances featuring a mix of local legends and Nashville guests. Tickets are $15 at the door.
Experience the heart and soul of country music right here in Ottawa, KS! Join us for an unforgettable season of toe-tapping rhythms, honky-tonk lyrics, and world-class performances featuring a mix of local legends and Nashville guests.
September 27, 2025 – Host Jim Winters’ Birthday Bash - An afternoon of music, fun, and surprises as we celebrate Jim Winters’ special day with his friends and band-mates.
Experience the heart and soul of country music right here in Ottawa, KS! Join us for an unforgettable season of toe-tapping rhythms, honky-tonk lyrics, and world-class performances featuring a mix of local legends and Nashville guests.
November 1st - Wrap up the season with a heartwarming evening of gratitude, music, and celebration. Tickets $15 at the door.
Experience the heart and soul of country music right here in Ottawa, KS! Join us for an unforgettable season of toe-tapping rhythms, honky-tonk lyrics, and world-class performances featuring a mix of local legends and Nashville guests. The April show features The Girls Next Door. Kick off the season with these sensational performers bringing their harmonies to life! Get Your $75 Season Ticket Before It’s Too Late!
Tickets at the door will be $15.
The Centropolis Christian Church presents Duke Mason on Sunday, April 6, 2025. Doors are at 3pm and the concert is at 4pm. Tickets are only available at the door. Admission is either a donation of 2 canned goods or $5 for Hope House. Hope House is a not for profit organization founded in 1990 by churches of Franklin County to meet the crisis or emergency needs in the community. A special love offering will be received for the band.
Get ready to take a trip back in time with the “Honky-tonk Circus” Tour.
The ultimate 90's country music experience! Fronted by Jeremy McComb, a powerhouse entertainer and Nashville artist/songwriter, this tour brings the best of 90's and early 2000's country music to the stage in a way that’s anything but a tribute band—this is a full-on, high-energy throwback. Purchase Tickets
Join us for the 2025 Cultural Breakfast, hosted by the Ottawa Memorial Auditorium and Ottawa University, as we embark on a journey to Serbia with Ottawa University student Marko de Sa Faria. Purchase Tickets
An Elton Dan show pays tribute to one of the all-time greatest artists ever: ELTON JOHN. Elton Dan’s rapport and stage presence is second to none and his magical piano playing has a way of engaging you in the full ELTON experience. Before you know it, you’re captivated by his incredible band including backup singers, and thrilled with the over the top costumes and high energy performances just like ELTON in days past. Elton Dan has performed for gatherings of 8,000 plus but gives each listener the feeling that they are sharing the intimate emotions of the much loved music with just them. Purchase Tickets
FREE Spring Break BINGO! FREE for all ages!!! Come have fun and win prizes! Hosted by the OMA and the Ottawa Library!!!
Free Popcorn for the first 100 guests!!!! Doors open at 1:30pm - Movie at 2pm
The Ottawa Police Department Proudly Presents: McGruff Club! Come enjoy Mr. Stinky Feet and the Prairie Park Nature Center. Win great prizes including a chance to win a new bike! McGruff Club is FREE to attend!! Registration begins at 8:30am and the program begins at 9am. Concessions will be available for purchase.
Thunder Road is committed to the sound, look and the live performance feel of Bruce Springsteen and The E Street Band. Even the casual Boss fan will appreciate the attention to detail. No tricks, no tracks...just a 7 piece band delivering high energy rock and roll the way Bruce and his band intended. You will not find a more accurate tribute to Bruce Springsteen and The E Street Band! Purchase Tickets
The Ottawa Library presents An Evening With the Author Kimberly Brubaker Bradley. Join us for a live Zoom discussion we will hear what her inspiration was to write "The War That Saved My Life" as well as it's sequel. The 2025 O-Town Reads book has won awards including the Newbery Honor Award.
The Instamatics, led by Charlie Stendebach from the band Charlie and the Stingrays, are coming to Ottawa to bring a party and some of the best songs from the greatest decade of music, the 60s!!
Bring your dancing shoes and sing along to songs from the Beatles, Monkees, Paul Revere and the Raiders, Dave Clark 5, Kinks, CCR, Animals, Hollies, Steppenwolf, Tommy James, Neil Diamond, Johnny Rivers, Mitch Ryder, The Bee Gees, and many more……Purchase Tickets
The Best of Bon Jovi & Journey Tribute featuring Don Jovi's Journey! Presented by Moxie Events!
Experience the BEST of Bon Jovi & Journey in one amazing night - featuring Don Jovi's Journey! Covering the hits of two of the most popular American rock bands in history, the band has established itself as one of the premier party bands Check out one of their live performances to see firsthand what everyone’s been talking about! Rock out to the greatest hits from Livin' On a Prayer & It's My Life to Don't Stop Believin', Wheel in the Sky and so much more! Purchase Tickets
UPDATE: JANUARY 10. 2025
We regret to announce that the Jersey Nights Tribute, originally scheduled for January 17th, 2025, has been cancelled due to unforeseen circumstances.
This event was presented by Moxie Events, who rented the Ottawa Memorial Auditorium for the performance. All ticket holders will receive a full refund to their original form of payment.
We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause and appreciate your understanding. If you have any questions, feel free to contact us at 785-242-8810.
Enjoy our live Branson-style Grand Ottawa Opry show featuring Old Country, Rockabilly, Gospel and more! Duke Mason and Lorena Prater will be our Special Guests on December 21st for our Christmas show! Tickets are $15 for everyone age 13 and over and they are only available at the door. Kids 12 and under are free!
Join us at the Ottawa Memorial Auditorium for a FREE Christmas Concert that will fill your heart with joy and your ears with festive cheer! From classic carols to jolly jingles, our talented band will bring the magic of the season to life. Whether you’re on the Nice List or the Naughty List, there’s no better way to kick off your holiday celebrations than with a FREE concert that’s sure to warm your heart!
Experience the magic and wonder of “The Nutcracker” this holiday season, a timeless ballet that captures the spirit of the holidays like no other. With its enchanting score by Tchaikovsky, stunning choreography, and vibrant costumes, this beloved classic transports audiences into a world of imagination, from Clara’s dreamlike journey through the Land of Sweets to the dazzling performance of the Sugar Plum Fairy. Whether you’re attending with family, friends, or loved ones, “The Nutcracker” promises to be a heartwarming experience that fills the season with joy, beauty, and festive cheer. Don’t miss out on this unforgettable holiday tradition—make it part of your celebration this year! Purchase Tickets
Experience the magic and wonder of “The Nutcracker” this holiday season, a timeless ballet that captures the spirit of the holidays like no other. With its enchanting score by Tchaikovsky, stunning choreography, and vibrant costumes, this beloved classic transports audiences into a world of imagination, from Clara’s dreamlike journey through the Land of Sweets to the dazzling performance of the Sugar Plum Fairy. Whether you’re attending with family, friends, or loved ones, “The Nutcracker” promises to be a heartwarming experience that fills the season with joy, beauty, and festive cheer. Don’t miss out on this unforgettable holiday tradition—make it part of your celebration this year! Purchase Tickets
"Christmas Cowboy style" is a celebration of a traditional western Christmas. The show is hosted by artist Jeremy McComb and features a masterclass in crowd connection with Christmas music and cowboy poetry from: Michael Martin Murphy, Willie Nelson, Asleep at the Wheel, Garth Brooks and more.
Presented by Centropolis Christian Church
Doors at 3pm - Show at 4pm - Donation of 2 Canned Goods or $5 for Hope House. Special love offering received for the band.
Join us for Prairie Paws' second annual comedy night with performances from five talented comedians! On Friday, November 15th at the Ottawa Memorial Auditorium, Prairie Paws is bringing together a variety of comedy styles for a night sure to entertain. For just $20 a ticket, enjoy comedy from Jay Patterson, Cindee Becker, Meike, Brock Bristow, and our headliner, Emily Taradash!
Mike Arnett, Shoestrang and a couple of Fatt Rascals are bringing their show to the OMA on Saturday, November 9th at 7pm! Enjoy a night of family entertainment from classic county music to new!
Tickets are $10 at the door. Children under get in FREE!
Redneck Revival – also known as Bob and Alta Courtney – are often said to bring their own supply of oxygen to their shows, just in case someone might need some breaths of fresh air. They have been named as five - time Comedian of the Year among other accolades. They were once nominated in the Country Music Awards for Comedian of the Year. They share stories about themselves and others and have a bag full of impersonations, such as: Minnie Pearl, Kermit the Frog, Louis Armstrong, Ann Margaret & more
Dig deep into the otherworldly activities that have haunted the century-old Ottawa Memorial Auditorium for decades. During "Boos and Brews," you'll have both guided and individual access to public and behind-the-scenes spaces of this historic building. Ghost hunters will discuss their findings over beer and food after the investigation. Tickets are just $100 and benefit OMA and the Franklin County Historical Society.
Stories of otherworldly activities have haunted the century-old Ottawa Memorial Auditorium for decades. This October, you're invited to go behind the scenes at OMA for a first-ever paranormal investigation. Join us Friday, October 25 for "Stage Fright," a two-hour guided investigation of OMA's most reportedly haunted spaces. Tickets are just $50 and benefit OMA and the Franklin County Historical Society.
Stories of otherworldly activities have haunted the century-old Ottawa Memorial Auditorium for decades. This October, you're invited to go behind the scenes at OMA for a first-ever paranormal investigation. Join us Friday, October 25 for "Stage Fright," a two-hour guided investigation of OMA's most reportedly haunted spaces. Tickets are just $50 and benefit OMA and the Franklin County Historical Society.
Presented by Moxie Events:
Rock out to all of your favorite Eagles hits! Including: Hotel California, Desperado, Take It Easy, The Last Resort, Take it to the Limit, Already Gone, Tequila Sunrise, Lyin' Eyes, & MORE!
In this hour and fifteen-minute interactive experience, audience members can select whether they want to join as active participants in the comedy and action, or stay strictly observers (judges only) as they witness the highs and lows and shows and tells of a surprisingly competitive talent production. In Partnership with: Larry Peters Theatre Club, Ottawa Memorial Auditorium and OU Theatre.
In this hour and fifteen-minute interactive experience, audience members can select whether they want to join as active participants in the comedy and action, or stay strictly observers (judges only) as they witness the highs and lows and shows and tells of a surprisingly competitive talent production. In Partnership with: Larry Peters Theatre Club, Ottawa Memorial Auditorium and OU Theatre
The Ottawa Area Chamber of Commerce's Legislative Action Committee invites you to attend our General Candidates Forum, a valuable opportunity to hear directly from your local candidates before the November 5th election!
The Motowners show is a fantastic tribute to the many artists and great songs from the classic Motown years. Expect to hear smash hits by the Temptations, The Four Tops, Diana Ross & The Supremes, Smokey Robinson, Marvin Gaye, Stevie Wonder and many more.
Presented by: Moxie Events