Celebrate the 4th of July with Us in Kankakee! Join us Friday, July 4, 2025, at Kankakee Community College for an evening full of music, fun, and fireworks! Doors Open: 4:30 P.M. Admission: $20.00 per carload

Downtown Kankakee is the place to be this summer! From Friday Night Concerts and Cruis’n the Square to Farmers' Markets and the iconic Merchant Street MusicFest—there’s something fun for everyone! Live music, classic cars, local eats, and unforgettable vibes—right in the heart of Kankakee

The Kankakee Farmers’ Market is BACK—bigger and better than ever! Join us every Saturday from May 3 to October 25

Submit Anonymous Tips for a Safer Kankakee! Your voice matters in keeping our community safe. Share information confidentially through our anonymous tip line. Together, we can make a difference.

The City of Kankakee is relaunching its Private Security Incentive Program (PSIP) with expanded benefits! Now, residents and businesses can receive up to $200 for security cameras and $200 for exterior lighting fixtures to help enhance safety and deter crime.

Attention Kankakee Restaurant Owners: Submit Your Menus!

Got an exciting event coming up? Whether it's a festival, concert, workshop, or anything in between, we want to help you spread the word! The City of Kankakee Event Submission Portal!

Short Term Rentals Kankakee IL, On December 4, 2023, the City of Kankakee updated the Zoning Ordinance to allow for Short-Term Rentals (often referred to as Airbnb or VBRO). El 4 de diciembre de 2023, la ciudad de Kankakee actualizó la Ordenanza de Zonas para permitir alquileres a corto plazo (a menudo referidos como Airbnb o VBRO). city of kankakee short term rentals

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.

The City of Kankakee has developed an anonymous tip form in the interest of making a

Environmental Services Utility, Department of Public Works

Environmental Services Utility encourages you to learn about our city's water and storm water system. ESU brochures are available at the Kankakee Public Library and ECDA store at the Kankakee Farmers Market.

Have you had problems with your garbage collection recently? Our friends at the Public Works Department share these links to help us understand the trash service outline for the City of Kankakee. It's worth checking out!

Have you ever wondered what functions Code Enforcement performs in the City of Kankakee? Meet its director Tomora Nelson (pictured) who shows you an informational flyer through this link.

Planning and Zoning ensures that Kankakee’s development is efficient, sustainable, and beneficial to all residents. For more details or inquiries, click here to contact Planning & Zoning. Phone: 815-936-7320

The Kankakee River Valley Regatta is Back Labor Day 2025! Get ready for a weekend of high-speed action on the Kankakee River! The Kankakee River Valley Boat Races bring thrilling powerboat racing, fun activities, and community excitement.

NOW HIRING – JOIN KANKAKEE PD! The City of Kankakee Police Department is seeking dedicated individuals to join our team as Police Officers!

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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.

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Neighborhood Cookout

You're invited to the cookout! That's right - we're having a neighborhood cookout in Steve Hunter Park! Save the date for Saturday, July 19 and join us for an afternoon filled with fun, food, and fellowship with activities, music, resources from community agencies, and more exciting details to be announced soon!

Now available on LinkedIn!

Be sure to follow us on LinkedIn for more updates and insight on our business attraction and development initiatives including available sites, incentive updates, and success stories.

If you are looking to have an available site featured on this LinkedIn, reach out to Devyn at dsforquer@citykankakee-il.gov

Happy Birthday, Kankakee!

Join us for Kankakee Day on Saturday, June 21, 2025, as we celebrate 172 years of community, history, and pride!

Location: Kankakee, Illinois
All Day Celebration: 12:00 AM – 11:59 PM

Why June 21? It's the anniversary of the 1853 vote that made Kankakee the county seat!

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4th of July Celebration

Join us Friday, July 4, 2025, at Kankakee Community College for an evening full of music, fun, and fireworks!

Bring your family, your lawn chairs, and your patriotic spirit—let’s make this Independence Day unforgettable!

Submit Your Menus!

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.

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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.

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June 2025

Jun 24th

Community Skills Day!

10:00 am - 3:00 pm

1113 E. Court St. Kankakee IL 60901

Join us for Community Skills Day, a free, family-friendly event focused on empowerment, education, and connection! Hosted by the Duane Dean Behavioral Health

Jun 24th

Until Justice Just Is: el Baile de los 41

6:00 pm - 8:30 pm

The Grow Center 310 Main St NW Bourbonnais, IL 60914

The YWCA Kankakee, in partnership with Project SUN and The Grow Center, will host a screening of Summer of Soul.

Jun 25th

Party in the Parks

4:00 pm - 7:00 pm

McBroom Park (807 W. Vanmeter St., Kankakee)

Come celebrate with the Kankakee Valley Park District at our Party in the Parks this summer! Bring your friends and neighbors for a fun-filled day in the park,

Jun 26th

Kankakee Farmers’ Market

8:00 am - 12:00 pm

200 S Schuyler, Kankakee IL

The Kankakee Farmers’ Market is the only market in the area which takes place on Saturdays, making it one of the most popular weekend destinations for miles and