# Events & Things To Do In Kankakee This Weekend | April 17-19, 2026| AllEvents

- **Subtitle**: Kankakee is a city full of experiences, activities and events. Explore some of the best things to do in Kankakee this weekend and make your Friday, Saturday and Sunday full of fun and excitement.
- **Category**: Weekend
- **Display Name**: Events this weekend
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Weekends become special if you know how to make the most out of it. There are a lot of fun things to do and events in [CITY] this weekend for you to explore.

Make your weekends memorable. Check out all upcoming weekend events in [CITY].

## Weekend Events in Kankakee

- **Event Name**: Drag Me To Brunch @ Stefari West Ave
  - **Description**: Endless mimosas & live drag performances | April 19th | 10am | 21+About this EventGet ready for a morning of glam, energy, and unforgettable performances - Drag Brunch is coming to Stefari West Ave!Join us on
  - **Date**: Sun Apr 19 2026 at 10:00 am – Sun Apr 19 2026 at 01:00 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/kankakee/drag-me-to-brunch-stefari-west-ave/100001985778550099
  - **Venue**: Stefari West Avenue
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  - **Price**: USD 39 to 61
  - **Categories**: brunch, nonprofit, lgbt-pride, drag-shows
- **Event Name**: Spring Doormat Paint Party
  - **Description**: 🌸 Spring Doormat Paint Party! 🌸

Get ready to welcome spring with a fun and creative afternoon! Join us for a Spring Doormat Paint Party where you’ll design and paint your own custom doormat to brighten up your front porch.

No experience needed, we’ll pr
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  - **Date**: Sun Apr 19 2026 at 01:00 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/kankakee/spring-doormat-paint-party/200029812107332
  - **Venue**: 597 S. Washington Ave, Kankakee, IL, United States, Illinois 60901
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  - **Categories**: parties, entertainment, drawing-painting
- **Event Name**: Me & My Bes-Tea Party
  - **Description**: A charming American Girl-inspired tea party celebrating friendship, imagination, tea & treats, fashion fun, crafts, and sweet surprises! Dress up, bring your favorite doll or bestie, and join us for a tea-rific afternoon together.

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  - **Date**: Sun Apr 19 2026 at 01:00 pm – Sun Apr 19 2026 at 03:00 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/kankakee/me-and-my-bes-tea-party/200029807311823
  - **Venue**: KVPD RecCenter
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  - **Categories**: parties, entertainment
- **Event Name**: Flow & Stillness: The Dance of Effort & Ease
  - **Description**: Join us for a heart-centered journey through movement and rest in this unique two-teacher experience. Flow & Stillness invites you to explore the natural rhythm between effort and ease, movement and stillness, and doing and being—both on your mat and
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  - **Date**: Sun Apr 19 2026 at 02:00 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/kankakee/flow-and-stillness-the-dance-of-effort-and-ease/200028527311724
  - **Venue**: 150 N Schuyler Ave Suite 209, Kankakee, IL
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  - **Categories**: health-wellness, workshops

## Trending Events in Kankakee

- **Event Name**: Snarky Puppy Tickets
  - **Description**: Snarky Puppy delivers genre-blending grooves with virtuosic musicianship and nonstop energy.
Jazz, funk, and fusion collide in a mind-blowing live experience.
#SnarkyPuppy #JazzFusion #LiveMusic #FunkGrooves #MusicLovers #ConcertVibes
  - **Venue**: Chicago Ilinois
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- **Event Name**: KVTA Presents Pat Tomasulo
  - **Description**: Saturday, May 16, 2026, at 7 pm

More information can be found at:
https://kvta.ludus.com/200512666
https://pattomasulo.com/ 

Pat Tomasulo is a Chicago-based stand-up comedian, TV host, actor and podcaster. One of the top headlining acts in Chicago, his
  - **Venue**: Lincoln Cultural Center
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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**: The Great Pages Circus is coming to Kankakee, IL
  - **Description**: 🎪 Kankakee, IL - Get Ready for the Ultimate Circus Adventure!

Mark your calendars because The Great Pages Circus is rolling into town May 6-7 and you won’t want to miss this action-packed spectacle! 🥳

🎟️ Skip the line—grab your tickets online now! 👉 pag
  - **Venue**: Kankakee County Fair
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- **Event Name**: Daya Tickets
  - **Description**: Daya brings bold pop energy with catchy hooks and empowering anthems 🎤✨  
A vibrant night of heartfelt lyrics, dance-ready beats, and feel-good vibes.  
#Daya #PopMusic #LiveMusic #GirlPower #ConcertNight #MusicVibes
  - **Venue**: Chicago Ilinois
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- **Event Name**: Arkells Tickets
  - **Description**: Arkells bring electrifying alt-rock anthems and crowd-powered energy to the stage 🎸🔥  
A night of sing-along choruses, big hooks, and unforgettable live vibes.  
#Arkells #AltRock #IndieRock #LiveMusic #ConcertNight #RockVibes
  - **Venue**: Chicago Ilinois
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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**: Baby & Beyond
  - **Description**: Riverside Healthcare’s Baby & Beyond is Saturday, May 2nd  from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. noon at the Riverside Medical Center - Pavilion Lobby in Kankakee. 

Whether you or a loved one are expecting, planning a future pregnancy, or have little ones at home,
  - **Venue**: Riverside Healthcare Pavilion | 375 North Wall Street | Kankakee, IL 60901
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- **Event Name**: 36th Annual Rhubarb Festival
  - **Description**: Stop by the Kankakee County Museum Campus and Bill Spriggs Civic Auditorium for the museum's 36th Annual Rhubarb Festival on Sunday, May 17th, 2026!

This year's event will boast of live entertainment, food trucks, vendors, kids' activities, exhibits, &am
  - **Venue**: 801 South 8th Avenue, Kankakee, IL, United States, Illinois 60901
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## FAQs

- **Q**: What are the top Weekend events in Kankakee?
  - **A:** Drag Me To Brunch @ Stefari West Ave (Sun Apr 19 2026 at 10:00 am at Stefari West Avenue), Spring Doormat Paint Party (Sun Apr 19 2026 at 01:00 pm at 597 S. Washington Ave, Kankakee, IL, United States, Illinois 60901), Me & My Bes-Tea Party (Sun Apr 19 2026 at 01:00 pm at KVPD RecCenter), Flow & Stillness: The Dance of Effort & Ease (Sun Apr 19 2026 at 02:00 pm at 150 N Schuyler Ave Suite 209, Kankakee, IL).
- **Q**: What Weekend events are happening in Kankakee today April 19, 2026?
  - **A:** Drag Me To Brunch @ Stefari West Ave (Sun Apr 19 2026 at 10:00 am at Stefari West Avenue), Spring Doormat Paint Party (Sun Apr 19 2026 at 01:00 pm at 597 S. Washington Ave, Kankakee, IL, United States, Illinois 60901), Me & My Bes-Tea Party (Sun Apr 19 2026 at 01:00 pm at KVPD RecCenter), Flow & Stillness: The Dance of Effort & Ease (Sun Apr 19 2026 at 02:00 pm at 150 N Schuyler Ave Suite 209, Kankakee, IL).
- **Q**: What Weekend events are happening in Kankakee this weekend April 17–19, 2026?
  - **A:** Drag Me To Brunch @ Stefari West Ave (Sun Apr 19 2026 at 10:00 am at Stefari West Avenue), Spring Doormat Paint Party (Sun Apr 19 2026 at 01:00 pm at 597 S. Washington Ave, Kankakee, IL, United States, Illinois 60901), Me & My Bes-Tea Party (Sun Apr 19 2026 at 01:00 pm at KVPD RecCenter), Flow & Stillness: The Dance of Effort & Ease (Sun Apr 19 2026 at 02:00 pm at 150 N Schuyler Ave Suite 209, Kankakee, IL).
- **Q**: What Weekend events are happening in Kankakee in April 2026?
  - **A:** Drag Me To Brunch @ Stefari West Ave (Sun Apr 19 2026 at 10:00 am at Stefari West Avenue), Spring Doormat Paint Party (Sun Apr 19 2026 at 01:00 pm at 597 S. Washington Ave, Kankakee, IL, United States, Illinois 60901), Me & My Bes-Tea Party (Sun Apr 19 2026 at 01:00 pm at KVPD RecCenter), Flow & Stillness: The Dance of Effort & Ease (Sun Apr 19 2026 at 02:00 pm at 150 N Schuyler Ave Suite 209, Kankakee, IL).
- **Q**: How can I find Weekend events in Kankakee?
  - **A:** You can discover upcoming Weekend 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 Weekend 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 Weekend events in Kankakee?
  - **A:** Some popular venues hosting Weekend events in Kankakee include Stefari West Avenue, 597 S. Washington Ave, Kankakee, IL, United States, Illinois 60901, KVPD RecCenter.
- **Q**: What is the price range for Weekend events in Kankakee?
  - **A:** Prices for Weekend events in Kankakee range from USD 39 to USD 61. Many events also offer free entry.
- **Q**: Who are the top organizers for Weekend events in Kankakee?
  - **A:** Popular organizers hosting Weekend events in Kankakee include Stefari Coffee House, Dam Tap, Kankakee Valley Park District.
- **Q**: Are there any online Weekend events available?
  - **A:** Yes, many Weekend 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 Weekend events in Kankakee?
  - **A:** Follow the Weekend category on AllEvents.in to get notified when new Weekend events are listed in Kankakee.

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