Welcome to the City of Kankakee!

As Mayor of the City of Kankakee, I am pleased to welcome you to our city on the rise. Thank you for visiting us and for taking the time to learn more about our community.

Are you a teen looking for a place to relax, play board games, do a puzzle, chill with friends, and unwind? Join us in our teen zone! We'd love to have you!

(For teens 7th through 12th Grade)

¿Eres un adolescente que busca un lugar donde relajarse, jugar a juegos de mesa, hacer un puzzle, estar con los amigos y desconectar? ¡Únete a nosotros en nuestra zona para adolescentes! ¡Nos encantaría contar contigo!

(Para adolescentes de 7º a 12º curso)

Are you passionate about making a positive impact in Kankakee? We’re looking for young leaders with vision and drive to help shape a brighter future for our community!

Let’s work together to build a stronger, more vibrant Kankakee. 

Veterans are invited to meet one on one with a staff member from the Veterans Assistance Commission of Kankakee County. They will be available every Friday from 9 AM to 3 PM to answer questions and provide referrals to resources including medical care, housing, support groups, form completion, and more.

Colder weather is here! Make sure you’re familiar with how the city handles snow events BEFORE the snow arrives!

Kankakee is proud to serve a variety of fabulous food options, and we want to highlight the amazing culinary experiences our city has to offer. If you own a restaurant in Kankakee, we invite you to submit your menu.

We're on a mission to spotlight the heartbeat of our community – the groups, resources, and events that make us thrive. Your input matters! Share your recommendations using the link below, and let's celebrate the best of us together.

The City of Kankakee is thrilled to introduce a new communication tool for all residents. KanConnect allows citizens to easily inform city staff of non-emergency issues within the city limits. It also provides on-the-go access to the latest city news and information.