# Events & Things To Do in Kankakee in August 2026 | AllEvents

- **Subtitle**: Find events and things to do in August 2026 in Kankakee. Discover parties, concerts, meets, shows, sports, club, reunion, Performance happening in August 2026 in Kankakee.
- **Category**: August
- **Display Name**: Events in August
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Discover all the happening events in August [YEAR] in [CITY] and make it a month of learning and exploration. From art exhibitions to kickass concerts, from yoga workshops to photography masterclass; the list of things to do in [CITY] in August [YEAR] is quite elaborate. Explore from the genres that you find interest in, there will be many events in August in [CITY] to keep you engaged.

## August Events in Kankakee

- **Event Name**: Round Lake Heights Summer Festival
  - **Description**: 🎶 My 80’s Band — Live 80s MTV Hits Experience 🎶

Get ready to relive the soundtrack of a generation! My 80’s Band is Chicagoland’s premier tribute to the MTV era — delivering the very best of 80s new wave, alternative pop, and rock in a high-energy live s
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  - **Date**: Sat Aug 22 2026 at 05:30 pm (-05:00)
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  - **Venue**: Good Vibrations
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  - **Categories**: festivals, music, entertainment, pop
- **Event Name**: The Kankakee County Fair w/The SSSC!
  - **Description**: Back for another year of fun in the beer garden at the fair! Showtime is 8:30pm.
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  - **Date**: Sat Aug 01 2026 at 08:30 pm – Sun Aug 02 2026 at 12:30 am (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/kankakee/the-kankakee-county-fair-w-the-sssc/200030057236239
  - **Venue**: Kankakee County Fair
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- **Event Name**: Back to School Health Fair
  - **Description**: Hippocrates Medical Clinic hosts an annual Back‑to‑School Health Fair to help children and families prepare for a healthy start to the school year. The event offers free school physicals, vision screenings, and wellness education, along with valuable info
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  - **Date**: Sat Aug 01 2026 at 09:00 am – Sat Aug 01 2026 at 01:00 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/kankakee/back-to-school-health-fair/200029859405557
  - **Venue**: 606 E Court St, Kankakee, IL, United States, Illinois 60901
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  - **Categories**: health-wellness, back-to-school, festivals
- **Event Name**: EAA Chapter 990 Fall- Fly-In
  - **Description**: We are going to have our Fall fly-in on Saturday August 22nd 2026. The arrivals usually show up between 2-3:00 pm, and food is served around 4:00 pm.
We encourage everyone to bring a side dish to share. The chapter serves Bratwurst, burgers, and some side
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  - **Date**: Sat Aug 22 2026 at 02:00 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/kankakee/eaa-chapter-990-fall-fly-in/200029942054936
  - **Venue**: 1520 S State Route 115, Kankakee, IL, United States, Illinois 60901
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- **Event Name**: Golden Hour | A Restorative Self-Care Experience
  - **Description**: Step into the softness of late summer and allow yourself to pause. This 75-minute restorative yoga class is designed to help you unwind, reset, and reconnect. Through supported postures, gentle breathwork, and calming guidance, you’ll be invited to releas
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  - **Date**: Sun Aug 16 2026 at 10:00 am (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/kankakee/golden-hour-|-a-restorative-self-care-experience/200030027633411
  - **Venue**: 150 N Schuyler Ave Suite 209, Kankakee, IL
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  - **Categories**: workshops, health-wellness, yoga

## Trending Events in Kankakee

- **Event Name**: Stefari West: A Totally 80's Drag Brunch with Taco Verde
  - **Description**: You’re invited to brunch & endless mimosas with the Queens - be sure to dress the part! | May 24th | 10am | 21+About this EventSOLD OUT IN 48 HOURS LAST TIME!THE QUEENS ARE BAC
  - **Venue**: Stefari West Avenue
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- **Event Name**: Emo Night LIVE w/ All American Throwbacks  @ On The Rox
  - **Description**: Emo Night LIVE w/ All American Throwbacks  returns to Kankakee, IL on Saturday, June 20th. Grab pre-sale tickets now to SAVE!About this Event**PRE-SALE TICKETS START AT JUST $5. PRICES INCREASE AT THE DOOR
  - **Venue**: On the Rox
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- **Event Name**: 2026 Illinois High School Diploma Graduation Ceremony
  - **Description**: Celebrate your family, friend, or classmate as they "walk the stage" in the George H Ryan Gymnasium and receive recognition for their hard work and dedication. Graduates do NOT have a guest limit however, we ask that guests mark that they're attending on
  - **Venue**: 100 College Drive, Kankakee, IL, United States, Illinois 60901
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- **Event Name**: Kankakee Strong: A Storm to Strength Fundraiser
  - **Description**: May 30, 5–11pm: Food, music, raffles & blackjack—help Kankakee families rebuild after the March 10 EF-3 tornado.About this EventStorm to Strength Initiative Kankakee Relief Fundraiser
  - **Venue**: Knights of Columbus
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- **Event Name**: CAMP PRIDE 2026
  - **Description**: Saluting Pride. Serving Camp! Join us June 6, 5–11 PM at the Majestic Theatre for a night of celebration, community & unforgettable vibes!About this Event🎟️ TICKETS ON SALE NOW for our 4th Annual Pride Event! 🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧
  - **Venue**: Majestic Weddings & Events Kankakee
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- **Event Name**: Les Artisans Arts & Crafts Fair
  - **Description**: Hosted by the Bourbonnais Grove Historical Society, this event will feature dozens of artists, makers, bakers, and growers, with handmade & homemade items at all price points.
  - **Venue**: Kankakee County Fair
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- **Event Name**: Bad Momz of Comedy at The Majestic
  - **Description**: Hey Kankakee! While prom is going on upstairs in the ballroom, parents can gather downstairs to laugh the night away in The Majestic’s BRAND NEW speakeasy!

Nationally touring Bad Momz of Comedy are LIVE at Kankakee's Majestic Theater on Saturday, May 30!
  - **Venue**: The Majestic
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- **Event Name**: Kankakee County Fair
  - **Description**: 213 W 4000 S Rd Kankakee, IL 60901

Livestock shows, commercial exhibits, fair food, creative art exhibits, and Free Grandstand shows.

Something for everyone!
  - **Venue**: 213 W. 4000 S. Rd., Kankakee, IL, United States, Illinois 60901
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- **Event Name**: Mike Block: Frank Lloyd Wright Concert Tour - B. Harley Bradley House
  - **Description**: Cellist Mike Block
Cello & Vocals

May 28 @ 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM

Cellist Mike Block, inspired by the life and work of Frank Lloyd Wright, is performing again at the Bradley House! The famed cellist, known for performances with Yo-Yo Ma, is in Kankakee f
  - **Venue**: 701 S Harrison Ave, Kankakee, IL
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## FAQs

- **Q**: What are the top August events in Kankakee?
  - **A:** Round Lake Heights Summer Festival (Sat Aug 22 2026 at 05:30 pm at Good Vibrations), The Kankakee County Fair w/The SSSC! (Sat Aug 01 2026 at 08:30 pm at Kankakee County Fair), Back to School Health Fair (Sat Aug 01 2026 at 09:00 am at 606 E Court St, Kankakee, IL, United States, Illinois 60901), EAA Chapter 990 Fall- Fly-In (Sat Aug 22 2026 at 02:00 pm at 1520 S State Route 115, Kankakee, IL, United States, Illinois 60901), Golden Hour | A Restorative Self-Care Experience (Sun Aug 16 2026 at 10:00 am at 150 N Schuyler Ave Suite 209, Kankakee, IL).
- **Q**: How can I find August events in Kankakee?
  - **A:** You can discover upcoming August events in Kankakee on AllEvents.in. Browse by date, venue, or price to find events that match your interests.
- **Q**: How do I buy tickets for August events in Kankakee?
  - **A:** You can buy tickets directly through AllEvents.in. Many events offer online booking with options for free, paid, and early-bird tickets.
- **Q**: What are the popular venues for August events in Kankakee?
  - **A:** Some popular venues hosting August events in Kankakee include Good Vibrations, Kankakee County Fair, 606 E Court St, Kankakee, IL, United States, Illinois 60901.
- **Q**: Who are the top organizers for August events in Kankakee?
  - **A:** Popular organizers hosting August events in Kankakee include My 80's Band, The South Side Social Club, HMC: Hippocrates Medical Clinic.
- **Q**: Are there any online August events available?
  - **A:** Yes, many August events are available online. You can filter for virtual events on AllEvents.in to attend from anywhere.
- **Q**: How can I get notified about new August events in Kankakee?
  - **A:** Follow the August category on AllEvents.in to get notified when new August events are listed in Kankakee.

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