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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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Gallery of Trees

Kankakee County Museum •  Dec 05 – Dec 29 @ 9AM

Join us for the 46th Annual Gallery of Trees. The theme this year is "Home for the Holidays."

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Mistletoe Market

Kankakee Depot Square •  Dec 14 @ 10AM

Join us for an exciting Mistletoe Market where you'll find a magical atmosphere and festive spirit.

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Wintersong

The Majestic Theatre •  Jan 11 @ 4PM

Wintersong is a one-day midwinter music festival in downtown Kankakee.

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Big River Fly Fishing is a guide service committed to providing a quality experience on the Kankakee River.

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