Kankakee, IL – The Kankakee Public Library is set to host its annual Halloween Spooktacular this Friday, Oct. 24, bringing a night of family fun, candy, and community celebration to downtown Kankakee.
According to the Kankakee School District 111, the district’s Transportation Department will join the festivities again this year with its popular Haunted Bus, parked at the end of the lot parallel to Merchant Street. The event runs from 6 to 8 p.m. at the library, located at 201 E. Merchant St.
Families are invited to stop by for trick-or-treating, themed decorations, and spooky photo ops as part of the seasonal event that draws dozens of local families each year. The Haunted Bus, decorated by school transportation staff, has become one of the highlights of the evening, offering a safe, family-friendly scare for all ages.
This year’s “Spooktacular” continues the library’s effort to provide free, community-based events designed to connect families and support local engagement. Both English and Spanish announcements have been shared by organizers to ensure everyone in the community feels welcome to attend.
Organizers said they can’t wait to see families come out for what promises to be a fun and fright-filled Friday night.
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