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There's something special for everyone in Downtown Kankakee!
Valentine's Day is a time to celebrate love, and what better place to do so than in the heart of Downtown Kankakee? With a variety of options, from charming breakfast spots to cozy bookstores and delightful shopping experiences, Downtown Kankakee offers the perfect setting for a memorable day with your special someone. Let's explore a day-long itinerary filled with love, laughter, and shared moments in this vibrant downtown hub.
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As the winter chill descends upon us, Downtown Kankakee transforms into a winter wonderland, offering a plethora of activities and experiences to make the most of the season. Whether you're a local resident or a visitor, here's your guide on how to spend a delightful winter in Downtown Kankakee.
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As the holiday season quickly approaches, there's no better time to celebrate the spirit of giving by supporting local, small businesses in Downtown Kankakee! In a community that's growing and revitalizing, every contribution makes a significant impact.
Here are some heartfelt ways to ensure that your holiday shopping not only spreads joy but also helps nurture the growth of the local economy.
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While we’re always proud to stand with small businesses and see them rise to the challenges of the marketplace, we know this is a great time of year to encourage people to support small businesses. Because when we support small businesses, it makes a big impact!
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What is Pink Friday?
One week before Black Friday, Pink Friday encourages collaboration among the small boutique community to advance the #shopsmallfirst mindset.
Before heading online and to big-box retailers, take the time to SHOP SMALL at our LOCAL boutiques!
Pink Friday Events
Pink Friday at the Majestic
Friday, Nov. 17th
6 pm - 8pm
150 N. Schuyler Ave.
Come on out to support small first! Just Peachy and 16+ other small businesses will be here ready to help you pick out the prefect holiday gifts for your loved ones! Bring your friends and have a fun night out! From clothes to sweets, to gifty treats there will be something for everyone!
[ the line will start outside of the Just Peachy Co. store off of Schuyler Ave before doors open at 6 ]
Roze's Pink Friday Holiday Open House
Friday, Nov. 17th
6 pm - 9pm
259 S. Schuyler Ave.
We always have the best refreshments, giveaways, sales & new arrivals at our events. We can’t wait to start the holiday season as we launch our new giftables & decorate the store.
Vendors:
Cakes & Goodies: The most delicious treats
Dear Taylor: Flowers & the cutest giftables for your holiday shopping list
Rural Rose: All the western fashion. Shop 2 boutiques in 1
Downtown Kankakee Boutiques
Madame Saint Vintage 
Midwest vintage boutique with goods for you and your home.
275 S. Schuyler 
1 - 6 pm
Roze Clothing Boutique Styled to feel sexy, confident, cool and comfortably YOU.
259 S. Schuyler 4 - 6 pm
Just Peachy Co. Where cute meets cozy behind the colorful door.
150 N. Schuyler
Envy Clothing Boutique Clothing boutique featuring all the western vibes.
150 N. Schuyler 11 am - 7 pm
C&L Fine Goods Boutique Retail & Home Goods store where customers will find an assortment of new and used goods!
155 S. Schuyler 1 - 6 pm
Rubber Rose Books Used books, local authors, and print shop.
111 E. Court St 11 am - 6 pm
Moon Cookie Gallery Whimsical handmade gift shop featuring work by local and regional artists.
111 E. Court St 10 am - 5 pm
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While we near the end of the Kankakee Farmers' Market season, there is no shortage of fall goods to be found!
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Halloween Downtown, a free event hosted by the Rotary Club of Kankakee, comes back to Downtown Kankakee Sunday, October 15th from 10am to 4pm.
The event will take place on the 200 block of South Schuyler Avenue, including the Farmer’s Market parking lot and in Festival Square at the Train Depot. Get the entire family dressed in their spookiest and join us for themed music, entertainment, food vendors and a trunk or treat event in the afternoon.
The event features local businesses and non-profits running free-to-play games and activities each with a Halloween theme. There’s also music, entertainment, local food vendors, and merchandise vendors, and in the afternoon, there is a trunk-or-treat.
Other ways you can take part in Halloween Downtown: Sponsorships, Host a Themed Acitivity, Host a Trunk or Treat, Become a Vendor, Volunteer.
Invite your friends and family on Facebook!
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To Do This Fall In Downtown Kankakee
Summer may be coming to a close, but never fear, there is no shortage of things to do this Fall in Downtown Kankakee!
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Celebrating it's 25th Anniversary, the Kankakee Farmers' Market in Downtown Kankakee has been well under way this summer. And as we head into September, we will start to see the fall season come to life!
That means pumpkins and gourds, new produce and fruits, fall flavors and flowers and treats, fall inspired decor and finds, fall flowers, and a little bit of all the season has to offer.
Don't forget about our weekly special events and music - follow along on Facebook to stay up to date!
Join us every Saturday and you'll always find something new!
The Kankakee Farmers' Market is family-friendly, providing activities and music to visitors of all ages. Open almost exactly half the year, be sure to spend Saturdays Downtown at the only local market in the area which provides shopping carts to its customers.
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Hours: Saturday 8:00am to Noon
Location: Intersection of S. Schuyler Ave. and Merchant St. in Downtown Kankakee
Season: Every Saturday May 6 through October 28
