The Community Arts Council of Kankakee County and the Kankakee County Historical Society are excited to bring the community a magical experience this holiday season! Mark your calendars for “Miracle on 8th: A Kris Kringle Market” being held on Saturday, December 9, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., on the museum grounds, 801 S. Eighth Avenue. This fun-filled family event will have activities and entertainment for all ages. Games, crafts, s’mores, hot chocolate, music, storytelling, shopping, the 45th annual Gallery of Trees display, visits with favorite winter characters, and MORE!
Find unique hand-made gifts for your loved ones, vote for your favorite trees, and make some memories this December! Various local choirs, bands, and dance troupes will be performing on the Civic Auditorium stage throughout the day.
After enjoying a day at the museum, continue the holiday festivities with the Winter Wander, Kankakee Christmas Parade, Olivet Nazarene University’s Sounds of the Season concerts, and Strickler Planetarium’s Christmas shows.
We are grateful and honored to be awarded the Community Tourism Action Plan grant from the Kankakee County Convention and Visitors Bureau, making this brand-new experience possible.