Visit Kankakee County

Visit Kankakee County Explore the wonders of Kankakee County! With 57 miles of winding river, rural and urban destinations

With miles of winding river, rural and urban destinations, rich history and natural beauty, there is so much to enjoy. Located just 45 minutes south of Chicago, off Interstate 57, you'll find activities for family members of all ages! Whatever your preference may be, our intriguing history, local art, monthly festivals, barn quilt tour, and unique cuisines are yours to discover in Kankakee County.

See our website for additional information and a full directory of destinations in Kankakee County. https://www.visitkankakeecounty.com/

We look forward to seeing you when you visit!

☀️ Festival season will soon be in full swing in Kankakee County!From live music and hometown traditions to carnival rid...
06/01/2026

☀️ Festival season will soon be in full swing in Kankakee County!

From live music and hometown traditions to carnival rides, great food, and riverfront fun, there's something happening all summer long. Here are just a few of the events filling the calendar:

🎡 Bourbonnais Friendship Festival | June 24–28
🎶 Merchant Street MusicFest | July 24–25
🎠 Kankakee County Fair | July 29–August 2
🌸 Momence Gladiolus Festival | August 5–9
🚚 Bourbonnais Food Truck Festival | August 15
🚤 Kankakee River Valley Regatta | September 4–6

And this is only a small sample of the amazing events taking place throughout the season! Whether you're a local looking for your next weekend adventure or a visitor planning a getaway, summer is the perfect time to experience all that Kankakee County has to offer.

Visit our events calendar to discover even more ways to make the most of summer. ☀️
https://www.visitkankakeecounty.com/events

06/01/2026

Danny Zuko said it best, "Those summer nights."

05/28/2026

There’s no single way to do the Kankakee River right. Spend the day on the water, cast a line from shore, explore a trail nearby, or drift between all three. Here’s your reminder that some of the best days don’t need much planning, just a river and a little curiosity.

Here are just a few things you "KAN" do to enjoy the river when you .

💦 Rent a canoe from Reed's Canoe Trips
💦 Go fishing on the Kankakee River
💦 Take a scenic walk at the Kankakee River State Park
💦 Bike along the paths of the Kankakee River
💦 Dine with a view at Ryan's Pier

This is just a small list of destinations! For a full directory, visit https://www.visitkankakeecounty.com/.

Unofficial summer has arrived in Kankakee County, and we’re not wasting a minute! ☀️Patio season, river floats, local ea...
05/26/2026

Unofficial summer has arrived in Kankakee County, and we’re not wasting a minute! ☀️

Patio season, river floats, local eats, festivals, and those long golden evenings that make you want to stay out just a little longer.

Whether you’re here for the weekend or lucky enough to call it home, this is your sign to get outside and make the most of it.

05/21/2026

Memorial Day Weekend is the perfect time to get out and explore Kankakee County! Whether you're planning family fun, outdoor adventures, live entertainment, great local food, or a little time to slow down and unwind, there’s something happening all weekend long.

Check out a few ways to make the most of your visit:
✔️Visit the Gold Star Families Memorial Monument
✔️Enjoy the Kankakee Farmers' Market (Saturday)
✔️Attend the Pembroke Rodeo
✔️Check out the cool cars at Cruis'n the Square (Sunday)
✔️Dine on award-winning BBQ at Jimmy Jo's BBQ
✔️Float down the Kankakee River

This is just a handful of amazing destinations in Kankakee County! For a full directory, visit https://www.visitkankakeecounty.com/.

05/20/2026

We look forward to seeing you in Kankakee County!

🍽️DINING:
Thursday Harvest Hangs
May 21
Locavore Farm, Grant Park

🌼MARKETS:
Manteno Market at the Square
May 20
The Square on Second, Manteno

Kankakee Farmers' Market
May 23
Downtown Kankakee

🎵NIGHT OUT:
Aroma Park Firefighters Dance
May 23
Aroma Park Boat Club, Aroma Park

🐴ENTERTAINMENT:
Pembroke Rodeo
May 23-24
Pembroke

🚙FAMILY FUN:
Cruis’n the Square
May 24
Downtown Kankakee

For more information about these events, visit https://www.visitkankakeecounty.com/events.

05/19/2026

Running from spot to spot is part of the fun of downtown… and then there are the places that help you slow down and stay awhile.

Eat, sip, explore, repeat in Downtown Kankakee when you !

🌟Shoutout to our friend, Jessica, for starring in this video!🌟

Kankakee County looks great through your camera roll. 📸 Keep sharing your favorite moments and tag them with !
05/17/2026

Kankakee County looks great through your camera roll. 📸 Keep sharing your favorite moments and tag them with !

Spring into festival season!As the days grow longer and the weather warms, Kankakee County comes alive with festivals, l...
05/16/2026

Spring into festival season!

As the days grow longer and the weather warms, Kankakee County comes alive with festivals, live music, local food, and community celebrations. Located just an hour south of Chicago, it’s the perfect destination for anyone searching for festivals near Chicago or easy weekend getaways in Illinois.

There’s something about this time of year, when patios reopen, live music fills the air, and weekends are packed with things to do, that makes it one of the best times to explore.

Read the full blog here: https://www.visitkankakeecounty.com/blog/festival-season-in-kankakee-county

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