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.

The City of Kankakee is accepting applications for Police Officers! If you’re looking for a meaningful career serving and protecting the community, now is the time to apply.

Join us for our next Community Conversation with our friends from the University of Illinois Extension Office as we discuss healthy food access!

We hope to see you on Thursday, June 11 at 5:30pm at the Kankakee Public Library to learn about nutrition insecurity, identifying healthy options, and the relationship between food insecurity and our health. Get your questions answered, share your thoughts, and meet your neighbors.

The City of Kankakee invites you to celebrate Juneteenth on June 20, 2026 at Pioneer Park!

Festival: 12 PM – 9 PM
Parade starts at 10 AM (Downtown Kankakee to Pioneer Park)
Fireworks at Dusk

Come enjoy a day filled with music, food, and family fun.

The City of Kankakee is looking for residents who want to make a difference!

We currently have openings on the:
Kankakee Public Library Board
Planning Board

Serving on a board is a great way to get involved, share your

The excitement of the American Power Boat Association Nationals returns to Kankakee this Labor Day Weekend — and your business can be part of the race!

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.