Very Merry Coloring Contest Winners Announced
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Sixth annual event draws colorful turnout
The Village of Bourbonnais is pleased to announce the winners for the sixth annual “Very Merry Coloring Contest” sponsored Aqua Illinois and Fieldstone Credit Union. The contest was open to village residents of all ages and free to participate. The custom Bourbonnais coloring page could be downloaded and printed directly at home or copies were available at the village’s Administration Office. A total of 122 entries were received by the December 15 contest deadline.
Bourbonnais Shines This Holiday Season
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Winners announced for sixth annual lighting contest
The “Holiday Homes & Holly Jolly Lighting Contest,” sponsored by ComEd and Brandon Casey’s Comfort Crew, continues to illuminate the Village of Bourbonnais through December 25. The sixth annual event began on December 5 and encouraged residential festive lighting and decorations. Participants could enter for a chance to win in Traditional and People’s Choice categories. An online map of 25 holiday homes is currently available for viewing at villageofbourbonnais.com.
Bourbonnais Welcomes Back Miracle at The Grove
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Holiday experience with the Community Arts Council of Kankakee County
The Village of Bourbonnais, in partnership with the Community Arts Council of Kankakee County, is pleased to announce the return of Miracle at The Grove Sunday, December 14, from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Experience the spirit of the season and last-minute holiday shopping outdoors at The Grove at Goselin Park 700 Main St. NW.
Shop with a Cop Collecting for 2025
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Bourbonnais Police & Village of Bourbonnais accepting donations
The 34th annual Kankakee County Shop with a Cop event returns Sunday, December 14, 2025. The program, hosted by the Kankakee County Sheriff’s Department in conjunction with the Bourbonnais Police Department and local law enforcement agencies, benefits underprivileged children in Kankakee County.
Bourbonnais Kicks Off Holidays
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Fifth annual event shines with students and special honoree
The Village of Bourbonnais will officially kick off the holiday season with its fifth annual Rockin’ Around the Tree Lighting on Thursday, December 4, beginning at 6 p.m. The community is invited to enjoy this free, festive outdoor celebration at The Grove at Goselin Park, located at 700 Main St. NW.
Bourbonnais Announces Sixth Annual Holiday Coloring Contest
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Festive community tradition welcomes all ages
The Village of Bourbonnais is pleased to announce the return of the sixth annual Very Merry Coloring Contest, sponsored by Aqua Illinois and Fieldstone Credit Union. This free, family-friendly activity is open to all Village of Bourbonnais residents and continues to be a favorite holiday tradition.
Participants can download and print the custom Bourbonnais holiday coloring page at villageofbourbonnais.com or pick up a printed copy at the Administration Office, located at 600 Main Street NW, during regular business hours.
Skate This Way in Bourbonnais!
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Outdoor ice rink opens at The Grove
The Village of Bourbonnais is pleased to announce the return of its synthetic outdoor ice rink at The Grove at Goselin Park, located at 700 Main St. NW. The Rink is open during The Grove’s regular hours, 10:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. Outside skates are welcome, and no ticket is required. This season, the modified 30-foot by 50-foot rink debuts in its new home under the Robert Goselin Pavilion.
Bourbonnais Announces Sixth Annual Lighting Contest
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Registration now open for residents
The Village of Bourbonnais invites residents to participate in the sixth annual Holiday Homes & Holly Jolly Lighting Contest, a festive community tradition celebrating holiday spirit and creativity. The event encourages residents to decorate their homes and yards for the season, helping make Bourbonnais shine bright throughout the holidays.
Bourbonnais Partners with Community on Park Planning
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Riverfront Park online survey now available
The Village of Bourbonnais continues to engage residents in the second round of public input for the Riverfront Park Master Planning process. Following a recent in-person open house attended by approximately 50 residents, the Village has launched an online survey for community members who were unable to attend.
Bourbonnais Partners with KanComm on Safety Event
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Trick-or-Treat at the Children’s Safety Center
The Village of Bourbonnais, in partnership with the Kankakee County Combined Communication Center (KanComm), is thrilled to announce a free, family-friendly Safety Town Spooktacular event on Wednesday, October 22nd, from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at the Children’s Safety Center, located at 777 Stratford Drive East in Bourbonnais.
