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Kankakee River

Kankakee River, Kankakee, IL 60901

Boating

The Kankakee is a gentle Class I river ideal for first-time canoeists.

The Kankakee River takes a leisurely path from its origin to a point near Wilmington, Illinois, where it joins the DesPlaines River to form the Illinois River. Long acclaimed as one of the cleanest rivers in the Midwest.

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Kankakee Valley Theatre Association Presents Big Fish

Lincoln Cultural Center •  Apr 24 – Apr 26 @ 7:02PM

Big Fish is an extraordinary musical that reminds us why we love going to the theatre—for an experience that’s richer, funnier and bigger than life itself.

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Kankakee Farmers' Market

Farmers' Market •  May 02 @ 8AM

Step into the vibrant heart of Kankakee at our Saturday morning Farmers' Market. It's a bustling hub with farm-to-table produce, meat, cheese, fresh flowers, delicious baked…

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Rhubarb Festival 2026

Small Memorial Park •  May 17 @ 10AM

You won't want to miss the Annual Rhubarb Festival at the Kankakee County Museum.

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