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Kick off the summer with our annual Sunset Stroll in Downtown Kankakee!
Our first Sunset Stroll of the Summer takes place on May 31st on the North Schuyler Streetscape in front of the historic Majestic Theatre. The night will kick-off at 6:00pm, with live music from The Buzzbins starting at 6:30pm.
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Celebrating it's 26th year, the Kankakee Farmers' Market in Downtown Kankakee is back!
Join us every Saturday in Downtown Kankakee to welcome back your favorites and discover something new!
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Rev up your engines and mark your calendars because Downtown Kankakee is gearing up for the first Cruise Night of 2024! On May 11th, at 6:00 PM, the streets of Downtown Kankakee will come alive with the sights and sounds of classic cars, live music, and good vibes. Get ready for an evening of laid-back fun and a celebration of all things beautiful on wheels.
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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!
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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.
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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
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We're sending off summer with our annual South Sunset Stroll in Downtown Kankakee!
Our first Sunset Stroll of the Summer takes place on September 1st on the 100 block of South Schuyler Streetscape. The night will kick-off at 6:00pm, with live music from John David Daily Band starting at 6:30pm.
At 6:00pm the SLOW ROLL Bike Ride will begin and end @ the Gazebo. There will also be a fire-twirling show performed by Intrinsic Arts at the end of the night. Food will be provided by Knights of Columbus, and Martinez Tacos.
Adult Beverages will be available from No Dogs, Grapes and Hops, and Knights of Columbus. Adults 21+ will also be able to enjoy their purchased alcoholic beverages along South Schuyler during the event (wristband required).
Businesses along South Schuyler will remain open and with extended hours: Johnny's Pizza, Roze Boutique, Madam St. Vintage (both locations), Out On A Limb, and Moon Cookie.
Many other Downtown Kankakee businesses will be present: Big Fella's Cigar Trailer, Sprinkled with Glitter, C & L Fine Goods, Envy Beauty Bar and Rebel Ice Cream Co., and more!
This is a free event and is open to all ages. For more information, visit our Facebook Page.
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You know it. You love it. You can't wait to be there.
Merchant Street MusicFest is a two-day music festival held in downtown Kankakee, IL at the Harold + Jean Miner Square. And it's back July 28th + 29th!
Merchant Street MusicFest is a two-day music and arts festival at the historic downtown Train Depot, Harold and Jean Miner Festival Square, located at 199 South East Avenue in Kankakee, IL. MSMF 2023 will be held on July 28th and 29th. The event is a community celebration featuring local, regional, and national musical talent on three stages, art vendors, and great food and drink. Kankakee is located 60 miles south of Chicago and is a multi-cultural blend. Its convenience to Chicago and Champaign makes it an ideal location, attracting folks of all ages and backgrounds.
PRESALE TICKETS are now available! Available on the 3rd Floor of the Kankakee Public Library through Thursday, July 27th.
Take a look at last year's event, video courtesy of Pathfinder. Photos from Merchant Street MusicFest 2021.
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Website: www.merchantstreetmusicfest.com
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Kick off the summer with our annual Sunset Stroll in Downtown Kankakee!
Our first Sunset Stroll of the Summer takes place on June 2nd on the North Schuyler Streetscape in front of the historic Majestic Theatre. The night will kick-off at 6:00pm, with live music from Matt Yeager & The Southside Social Club starting at 6:30pm.
At 6:00pm the SLOW ROLL Bike Ride will begin and end @ Rigo's Restaurant. There will also be a fire-twirling show performed by Intrinsic Arts at the end of the night. Food will be provided by Rigo's, Martinez Tacos, Rebel Ice Cream Co., and Mac's BBQ.
Adults 21+ will also be able to enjoy their purchased alcoholic beverages along North Schuyler during the event (wristband required).
This is a free event and is open to all ages.
For more information, visit our Facebook Page.
