Kankakee is a principal city of the Kankakee-Bourbonnais-Bradley Metropolitan Statistical Area. It serves as an anchor city in the rural plains outside Chicago.

Dec 4, 2025 · Kick off the holiday season with two beloved Kankakee traditions! Join us for the annual wreathing of the lions at the Kankakee Public Library, followed by the City Tree Lighting at the Train …

Dec 21, 2021 · Sixty miles south of Chicago, Kankakee is a county seat and the main city in the Kankakee-Bourbonnais-Bradley metropolitan area. Home to around 28,000, the city is on the …

Oct 24, 2025 · Kankakee, city, seat (1853) of Kankakee county, northeastern Illinois, U.S. It lies on the Kankakee River, about 60 miles (100 km) south of Chicago. Potawatomi Indians were early …

Oct 30, 2025 · Kankakee, Illinois, lies about 60 miles south of Chicago along the Kankakee River. With a population of around 25,000, it serves as the county seat of Kankakee County. The city is often …

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We welcome you to explore our unique blend of natural beauty, heritage and urban attractions along 57 miles of winding river. Kankakee County is located just 50 miles south of Chicago, off of Interstate …

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Dec 27, 2024 · Our bustling small city perfectly blends a rich history, vibrant culture, outdoor adventures, and community spirit. Let me take you on a virtual tour of the best things to do in Kankakee, Illinois, …