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

Parks & Nature

Enjoy community parks throughout Kankakee County. Contact us for specific details.



Bourbonnais Mobile Ice Rink
Bourbonnais Mobile Ice Rink
This facility provides hours of fun for kids of all ages with skateboarding in the summer and ice skating in the winter. ... Details
Bourbonnais Township Park District
Bourbonnais Township Park District
Woods and prairie line the trails of Perry Farm Park that are perfect for biking, walking and inline skating. Explore th ... Details
Camp Shaw-Waw-Nas-See
Camp Shaw-Waw-Nas-See
Non-profit overnight summer camp and rental facility. Features unique programming for campers and groups. ... Details
Kankakee River State Park
Kankakee River State Park
The 4000-acre park extends along both sides of the Kankakee River. Includes a 10.5 mile biking trail, hiking trails, hor ... Details
Kankakee River Valley Forest Preserve District
Kankakee River Valley Forest Preserve District
Offers conservation and educational programs at six sites in the Kankakee area including trails for walking, hiking, bik ... Details
Kankakee Sands Ecoregion
Kankakee Sands Ecoregion
This area has the largest concentration of high quality, black-oak savannas surviving in the Midwest. ... Details
Kankakee Valley Audubon Society
Kankakee Valley Audubon Society
There is an array of beautiful shorebirds to observe such as Sandpipers, Plovers, Avocets, Turnstones and Phalaropes tha ... Details
Kankakee Valley Park District
Kankakee Valley Park District
Offers more than 25 parks including River Road Sports Complex, Ice Valley Centre Ice Arena, RecCenter and River Run Dog ... Details
Legacy Park
Legacy Park
66-acre Legacy Park offers a regulation size skating rink, tennis courts, 3-hole disc golf course, walking path, splash ... Details
Manteno Parks
Manteno Parks
Manteno boasts 10 community parks and you'll find basketball, softball, soccer and football taking place throughout the ... Details
Momence Park District
Momence Park District
Offers five facilities providing opportunities to play, learn and relax! Enjoy pavilions, fishing, birdwatching, playgro ... Details
Pioneer Cabin at Conrad Park
Pioneer Cabin at Conrad Park
Mill Street Island Park
Momence, IL

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RecCenter
RecCenter
This renovated 26,000 sq. ft. historical building offers a 900 seat gymnasium, 2 classrooms and a banquet center. The KV ... Details
St. Anne Parks
St. Anne Parks
St. Anne parks offer relaxation in a quaint, small town community and are a special place to host an event. ... Details
The Square on Second
The Square on Second
Enjoy this family-friendly park including playground, zip line, jump pillow, splash pad and fireplace. ... Details
Viillage of Grant Park
Viillage of Grant Park
Grant Park has facilities and parks that host a variety of events, including the annual "Driving the Dixie" antique car ... Details
Willowhaven Park & Nature Center
Willowhaven Park & Nature Center
Visit this FREE, nature-based playground, 9-hole disc golf course, walking trail and dog park all new in 2018. ... Details
Kankakee County is located just 50 miles south of Chicago!


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