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!

Voyageur Classic 5K Run/Walk
08/31/19 - 08/31/19
8:00 a.m. start
Kankakee County Museum

Shoe Fest
08/30/19 - 09/01/19
8am-10pm
Camp Shaw-Waw-Nas-See

Tri-K Pigeon & Bantam Club
09/01/19 - 09/01/19
5am-Noon
Kankakee County Fairgrounds

Labor Day Celebration
08/31/19 - 09/02/19

Downtown Herscher

Manteno Cruise Nights
05/14/19 - Ongoing
6PM
Main Street parking lot

Grant Park Oktoberfest
09/06/19 - 09/08/19

Grant Park American Legion Community Park

Fall Art Stroll
09/08/19 - 09/08/19
11AM-4PM
The Kankakee Depot

Cool Cars Under the Stars Cruise Night
09/10/19 - 09/10/19
5-8pm
Main Street Momence

Momence Museum Day
09/14/19 - 09/14/19
Times Vary

28th Annual Fall Festival
09/14/19 - 09/14/19
10AM-4PM
Good Shepherd Manor Campus

Street Fair at Northfield Square
08/18/19 - 09/15/19
11AM to 4PM
Northfield Square Mall

St. Anne Pumpkin Festival
09/20/19 - 09/22/19

Main Street St. Anne

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