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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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Upcoming Events
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St. Anne Pumpkin Fest
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Cruis'n the Square
05
Oct
Fall Color Run
Oktoberfest
Experience celebrating Oktoberfest at some of our annual festivals and events.

Music

Let the melodies of local and big-name talent enchant you whether it be at a local fest, the symphony or the 125-rank Italian-built Ruffatti pipe organ.



Betty and Kenneth Hawkins Centennial Chapel
Betty and Kenneth Hawkins Centennial Chapel
 Located on the campus of Olivet Nazarene University, this chapel seats more than 3,000 and features a 125-rank Italian-b ... Details
Kankakee Municipal Band
Kankakee Municipal Band
 Every summer the band performs FREE concerts that include crowd marches, Broadway show tunes, overtures and popular favo ... Details
Kankakee Valley Symphony Orchestra
Kankakee Valley Symphony Orchestra
 KVSO offers a five-concert subscription series from September through May, as well as summer mini-concerts in Cobb Park ... Details
River Valley Wind Ensemble
River Valley Wind Ensemble
 Comprised of 50 wind and percussion players, the ensemble performs a diverse blend of musical stlyes, ranging from Whita ... Details
Kankakee County is located just 50 miles south of Chicago!


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