VISIT KANKAKEE COUNTY ILLINOIS

We welcome you to explore our unique blend of natural beauty, heritage and urban attractions along 57 miles of winding river. Kankakee County is located just 50 miles south of Chicago, off of Interstate 57. Routes 45/52, 50 and 17 also run through the River Valley. O'Hare International Airport is 75 miles north of Kankakee County, and Midway Airport is 50 miles north. The Greater Kankakee airport is also available for personal aircraft landing space.

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Calendar of Events

The Kankakee County festivals and events schedule showcases fun for everyone. Enjoy an array of activities at the Strawberry Jazz festival, Pembroke Rodeo, Merchant Street MusicFest and the Kankakee County Fair. Find fun and excitement in Kankakee County!

Frozen JR.
11/23/19 - 11/24/19
7pm and 2pm
Lincoln Cultural Center

Thanksgiving Dinner
11/28/19 - 11/28/19
11AM to 6PM
The Bennett-Curtis House

Spikeball Tournament
11/28/19 - 11/28/19
Grade school (6-8th grade) 9-11a.m High school (9-
KVPD Rec. Center

Black Friday Glow Party
11/29/19 - 11/29/19
7:45-9:45 pm
Ice Valley Centre Ice Arena

"the Happy Monday Tour"
11/09/19 - 11/30/19
A.M.
Berkot's Super Foods

Holiday Market Craft Show
11/30/19 - 11/30/19
10:00 am-3:00 pm
KVPD Rec Center

Bradley Lighted Christmas Parade
12/06/19 - 12/06/19
6:30PM
Broadway Street

Sounds of the Season 2019
12/06/19 - 12/07/19
Friday 7pm, Saturday 2pm
Centennial Chapel

Craft Show
12/07/19 - 12/07/19
9am-3pm
Kankakee County Fairgrounds

Les Artisans Arts & Crafts Fair
12/07/19 - 12/07/19
9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Kankakee County Fairgrounds Expo

Momence Museum Day
12/07/19 - 12/07/19
Times Vary

Miracle on Washington Street
12/07/19 - 12/07/19

Main Street

B3 Bourbon Bacon Beer Fest 2019
12/07/19 - 12/07/19
3-9pm
Northfield Square Mall - in the former Carson's for Women location

Cookies and Skating with Santa
12/07/19 - 12/07/19
1:00-4:00 pm
Ice Valley Centre Ice Arena

Vision Board Party
12/07/19 - 12/07/19
1pm-4pm
Kankakee Public Library - 3rd Floor Meeting Room

32nd Annual Housewalk of Riverview Homes
12/08/19 - 12/08/19
11AM-4PM
Riverview Historic District

A River Valley Holiday Tale
12/08/19 - 12/08/19

Hawkins Centennial Chapel at Olivet Nazarene University

Holiday Magic Winter Ice Show
12/14/19 - 12/14/19
5:00-7:00 pm
Ice Valley Centre Ice Arena

Sinterklaas
12/15/19 - 12/15/19
11am - 4pm
Community Arts Council at Northfield Square Mall

41st Annual Gallery of Trees
12/01/19 - 12/30/19
Event times vary
Kankakee County Museum

7-course Specialty Liqueur Tasting
01/19/19 - Ongoing
By Reservation- Anytime
The Bennett-Curtis House

"Murder in The Bennett-Curtis Mansion" Mystery Dinner
11/09/19 - 01/11/20
7:00 pm Friday & Saturday - 4:00 pm Sundays
The Bennett-Curtis House

Kankakee's Got Talent
12/13/19 - 01/11/20
6pm
Civic Auditorium

Holiday at Hogwarts- Wizard Themed Dinners
12/07/19 - Ongoing
3:30pm & 7pm Saturday, Noon & 3:30pm Sunday, 7pm Friday
The Bennett-Curtis House

Holiday Dining
11/25/19 - Ongoing
2PM to 9PM
The Bennett-Curtis House

"Love is in the air" Date Night
11/01/19 - Ongoing
5PM to 9PM
The Bennett-Curtis House