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Makanda is a village in Jackson County, Illinois, with a population of approximately 550.

Population550
Median Home$241,300
Area5.28 sq mi

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NewsDEC 12, 2025

Final weekend for Christmas with the Alpacas in Makanda, Ill. set for Dec. 13-14

Final weekend for Christmas with the Alpacas in Makanda, Ill. set for Dec. 13-14 KFVS12

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NewsDEC 12, 2025

See the Geminid meteor show during viewing party at Giant City in Makanda, Illinois

See the Geminid meteor show during viewing party at Giant City in Makanda, Illinois KFVS12

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NewsOCT 24, 2025

Makanda lively for 26th Vulture Fest despite weather

Makanda lively for 26th Vulture Fest despite weather The Daily Egyptian

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