City of Kankakee

April 2025

Apr 1st

Spring Break Extravaganza

12:00 pm - 2:00 pm

Kankakee Public Library (Teen Zone) 201 East Merchant St., Kankakee, IL

If you’re a teen looking for an unforgettable spring break experience, head to the Kankakee Public Library for an inspiring adventure next week!

Apr 2nd

Chat & Chill

5:30 pm - 6:30 pm

Kankakee Public Library (Teen Zone) 201 East Merchant St., Kankakee, IL

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 every Wed at 5:30pm! We’d

Apr 5th

Join the Fun at the Salvation Army Easter Egg Hunt!

10:00 am - 12:00 pm

Kankakee Courthouse Lawn (450 E. Court St.), Kankakee IL

Grab your Easter baskets and hop on over to the Kankakee Courthouse Lawn (450 E. Court St.) for an egg-citing hunt!

Apr 6th

American Girl Tea Party

1:00 pm - 3:00 pm

KVPD Rec Center (150 N. Indiana Ave., Kankakee)

A magical afternoon at the KVPD Rec Center for you and your favorite doll! Join us for a fancy tea party with a selection of delectable treats and delicious

Apr 10th

Scholarship Workshop

4:00 pm - 7:00 pm

Kankakee Public Library (Teen Zone) 201 East Merchant St., Kankakee, IL

High school SENIORS come and take your first steps toward funding your education. Don’t miss out on this chance to secure your future!

Apr 11th

KVTA’s Matilda

7:00 pm - 9:30 pm

Lincoln Cultural Center 240 Warren Ave Kankakee IL 60901

MATILDA ~ Inspired by the twisted genius of Roald Dahl, the Tony Award-winning Roald Dahl’s Matilda The Musical is the captivating masterpiece that revels in the

Apr 12th

KVTA’s Matilda

2:00 pm - 4:30 pm

Lincoln Cultural Center 240 Warren Ave Kankakee IL 60901

MATILDA ~ Inspired by the twisted genius of Roald Dahl, the Tony Award-winning Roald Dahl’s Matilda The Musical is the captivating masterpiece that revels in the

Apr 12th

April Grooves Day

5:00 pm - 2:00 am

The Majestic Theatre, Kankakee IL

CIRKA’S (Collaborative Initiative to Revive Kankakee Arts) annual fundraiser April Grooves Day is back!! This will be an all day event held at the historic

Apr 12th

Easter Egg Extravaganza

10:00 am - 1:00 pm

La Bella of Clifton - 1190 E. 2900 North Road

Fun for all ages! Free breakfast provided by Sweet Darrens! Free photos with the Easter Bunny!

Apr 13th

KVTA’s Matilda

2:00 pm - 4:30 pm

Lincoln Cultural Center 240 Warren Ave Kankakee IL 60901

MATILDA ~ Inspired by the twisted genius of Roald Dahl, the Tony Award-winning Roald Dahl’s Matilda The Musical is the captivating masterpiece that revels in the

Apr 13th

Twilight Tour at the B. Harley Bradley House

6:30 pm - 8:30 pm

701 S. Harrison Avenue, Kankakee, IL

Step into history at Frank Lloyd Wright’s B. Harley Bradley House during a special Twilight Tour & Reception.

Apr 17th

Glow in the Dark Easter Egg Hunt

6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Bill Spriggs Civic Auditorium (803 S. 8th Ave., Kankakee)

Kick off the festivities with a scrumptious pizza dinner that will fuel your energy for the hunt ahead and fun crafts, PLUS photos with the Easter Bunny! As the