Juried Art Shows in Illinois 2021–2022.

Attend the Best Art Shows in Illinois

When was the last time you attended an art show that you couldn’t stop raving about? If nothing comes to mind, it’s been way too long. Finding the perfect art show is a struggle, to say the least. If you’re tired of endlessly browsing through dozens of sites and asking your friends for recommendations, you don’t have to go down those rabbit holes again. At FestivalNet, we’ve put together an updated, vetted, and comprehensive database of holiday art shows online. Whether you’re looking for fine art fairs or juried art shows, you’ll manage to find dozens of great options that help you have an exciting, fun, and memorable day! Ready to get started? Get browsing! Our collection features art fairs for art lovers, kids, families, couples, and friend groups. Finalize your pick to get started!

Deer Path Art Fair on the Square

September 5 - 6, 2021

(847) 234-3743

Market Square - Lake Forest, IL

The nationally top rated Deer Path Art Fair on the Square, is held at historic Lake Forest Market Square and Western Avenue. The juried fine arts show features 160 artists representing a wide variety of design mediums in a wide variety of price points. Artists are selected from across the country and are present to meet and discuss their work and technique with the art patrons. A wonderful show in a beautiful setting!

Art Spectacular at the Carillon

September 11 - 12, 2021

carillon-rees.org

(217) 306-1838

Washington Park - Beautiful Botanical Gardens - Springfield, IL

Juried fine art fair loved by artists & patrons for size, location, & quality of artwork. Ranked in Best 100 Art Fairs in the U.S. for 6 consecutive years, the ONLY art fair in Springfield & Central IL with this distinction. Wonderful catering volunteers with show director on-site & attentive all weekend. Next to neighborhood of art-buying patrons. Capitol with higher-ed, medical & professionals. Free bev/snacks all weekend!

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Illinois COVID Info

02/06/2021

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IL Department of Public Health

Governor’s Plan to reopen:

Illinois has a 5-Phase reopening plan. As of February 1, 2021, Region 7 (Kankakee and Will counties) has moved into regular Phase 4. Further, on February 2, 2021, Region 10 (Cook County suburbs) moved out of Tier 1 mitigation and into regular Phase 4.

Mask Mandates:

In Illinois, any individual who is over age two and able to medically tolerate a face covering (a mask or cloth face covering) is required to cover their nose and mouth with a face covering when in a public place and unable to maintain a six-foot social distance. This requirement applies whether in an indoor space, such as a store, or in a public outdoor space where maintaining a six-foot social distance is not always possible.

Indiana

Mass Gathering Restrictions:

In Illinois, indoor gatherings of more than one household are prohibited, unless a limited exemption applies. Further, outdoor gatherings of more than 10 people are equally prohibited.