# History events in Kankakee, Today and Upcoming History events in Kankakee

- **Subtitle**: All History events in Kankakee, Illinois. Here you can find more information about Upcoming events in Kankakee like parties, concerts, meets,shows, sports, club, reunion, Performance
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## About

All History events in Kankakee, Illinois. Here you can find more information about Upcoming events in Kankakee like parties, concerts, meets,shows, sports, club, reunion, Performance

## Events in Kankakee

- **Event Name**: 2nd Annual Whiskey and Cigar Fundraiser
  - **Description**: Join us for an evening built around craftsmanship, community, and the preservation of local history. This year’s Whiskey & Cigar Fundraiser offers a refined but welcoming experience inside the historic Kankakee Masonic Temple.

Guests will enjoy:

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  - **Date**: Sat Oct 17 2026 at 05:00 pm – Sat Oct 17 2026 at 09:00 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/kankakee/2nd-annual-whiskey-and-cigar-fundraiser/200030006309857
  - **Venue**: 124 S Harrison Ave, Kankakee, IL 60901-4043, United States
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  - **Categories**: nonprofit, music, live-music, entertainment

## Trending Events in Kankakee

- **Event Name**: 🔥Not Yet at Kankakee County Fair🤘🏻
  - **Description**: WOOOO It's the Annual County Fair!!! Rides, Food, Games, Derby, AND SOOO MUCH MORE!!! 
We'll be in the Beer Garden on Saturday 8/1 at 4pm till 8pm. 
Stay tuned for more details 😃
  - **Venue**: Kankakee County Fair
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- **Event Name**: 2026 Merchant Street MusicFest
  - **Description**: Merchant Street MusicFest is a music and arts festival on July 24 + 25 at the historic Train Depot in downtown Kankakee.About this EventMerchant Street MusicFest is a two-day music and arts festival at the historic downto
  - **Venue**: Harold and Jean Miner Festival Square
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- **Event Name**: Nashville Recording Artist: Dylan Raymond at The Lush Vine
  - **Description**: Nashville recording artist Dylan Raymond is bringing his 2026 tour to The Lush Vine in Kankakee, IL on July 11th at 7:00 PM!

Raised in Indiana on a steady diet of ’90s country, Dylan picked up a guitar at just eight years old and never put it down. Today
  - **Venue**: The Lush Vine
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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**: Music Under the Oaks: Jazz Time Big Band
  - **Description**: Join us for the first concert of the summer as Jazz Time Big Band opens the Music Under the Oaks season at Cobb Park. Bring a lawn chair and enjoy a summer evening under the oaks.

Free and open to the public.
  - **Venue**: Cobb Park
- **Event Name**: Merchant Street Music Fest w/The SSSC!
  - **Description**: So thrilled to be asked to return to Kankakee’s biggest and best open air art festival. 

Join us Friday July 24 @ 7:20pm as we open for Shady: the Eminem Experience. Should be a legendary night!
  - **Venue**: Kankakee, Illinois
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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**: Party in the Parks (Strasma Park)
  - **Description**: FREE FAMILY EVENTS!

Celebrate summer with KVPD at Party in the Parks! Bring your family, friends, and neighbors for a free, family-friendly event filled with games, activities, roller skating by Rollin’ Out, music by House of Brooks, and plenty of commun
  - **Venue**: Strasma Park
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- **Event Name**: KVPD Summer Concert featuring Tropixplosion
  - **Description**: Free KVPD Summer Concert at Splash Valley: Tropixplosion

Get ready for an island party at Splash Valley Aquatic Park! KVPD’s Summer Concert Series is bringing Tropixplosion to the pool for a FREE night of tropical tunes, poolside vibes, and summer fun.
  - **Venue**: Splash Valley Aquatic Park
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## FAQs

- **Q**: What are the top events in Kankakee?
  - **A:** 2nd Annual Whiskey and Cigar Fundraiser (Sat Oct 17 2026 at 05:00 pm at 124 S Harrison Ave, Kankakee, IL 60901-4043, United States).
- **Q**: How can I find events in Kankakee?
  - **A:** You can discover upcoming 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 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 events in Kankakee?
  - **A:** Some popular venues hosting events in Kankakee include 124 S Harrison Ave, Kankakee, IL 60901-4043, United States.
- **Q**: Who are the top organizers for events in Kankakee?
  - **A:** Popular organizers hosting events in Kankakee include Douglas Keast.
- **Q**: Are there any online events available?
  - **A:** Yes, many 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 events in Kankakee?
  - **A:** Follow the  category on AllEvents.in to get notified when new events are listed in Kankakee.

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