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Merchant Street Music Fest

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Fri, Jul 26 – Sat, Jul 27, 2024 • 5:00pm - 11:00pm

199 S East Ave, Kankakee, IL 60901

The event is a community celebration featuring local, regional, and national musical talent on three stages, art vendors, and great food and drink.

Merchant Street MusicFest is a two-day music and arts festival at the historic downtown Train Depot, Harold and Jean Miner Festival Square, located at 199 South East Avenue in Kankakee, IL. MSMF 2024 will be held on July 26 and 27. The event is a community celebration featuring local, regional, and national musical talent on three stages, art vendors, and great food and drink. Kankakee is located 60 miles south of Chicago and is a multi-cultural blend. Its convenience to Chicago and Champaign makes it an ideal location, attracting folks of all ages and backgrounds.

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  • Mon: Closed
  • Tue: Closed
  • Wed: Closed
  • Thu: Closed
  • Fri: 5:00pm – 11:00pm
  • Sat: 2:00pm – 11:00pm
  • Sun: Closed

Merchant Street MusicFest is $10/Friday and $15/Saturday at the gate. Early bird weekend pass is available for $15 through the end of April.

Contact Visit Kankakee County for Stay & Play package information.

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