Holiday Events in Illinois 2025–2026

Attend the Most Exciting Holiday Events This Year

If you’re looking for holiday-themed events in Illinois, we’ve got you covered. Browse through dozens of updated events to add a touch of festivity, fun, and spontaneity to the holidays! If you don’t have something planned, you’ll manage to turn things around at the last minute and make your holidays extra special. At FestivalNet, we don’t just cover Christmas and New Year’s. You’ll also find countless exciting events, shows, festivals, and fairs for the Fourth of July, Halloween, Thanksgiving, Valentine’s Day, and a wide range of other exciting celebrations! Whether you’re looking for the perfect holiday event to enjoy as a couple, with friends, or with your family, you’ll find a plethora of options here. Ready to get started? Browse through some of the most anticipated events of the year to let the merrymaking begin!

Last Chance Craft & Art Show

December 14 - 15, 2024

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(815) 878-2728

College of DuPage Athletic Arena - Glen Ellyn, IL

Named as one of the Top 50 classic & contemporary craft shows in the US by Sunshine Artist Magazine! Want to fit one more show into your holiday schedule? Join us at Last Chance, and get a final opportunity to move your holiday inventory. Our last show of the year, it serves as a 'last chance' for craft lovers to buy handmade for Christmas. Started in 1990, our 3 College of DuPage shows are well-attended, and have a loyal following among craft shoppers in the Chicago area. Glen Ellyn, IL is located in the Western suburbs, 25 miles West of Chicago, IL with easy access from I-355.

Saint Monica & Saint Rosalie Third Oktoberfest

September 19 - 21, 2025

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(773) 849-9913

Parish Campus - Harwood Heights, IL

Oktoberfest 2025 in a truly European style under a big tent, stage with music, many attractions, lottery - prize: flight for 2 people to Munich for Oktoberfest, performances, original German food and beer. approximately 1,500 seats.

A Holiday Happening

November 8 - 9, 2025

craftproductionsinc.com

(815) 878-2728

College of DuPage Athletic Arena - Glen Ellyn, IL

Named as one of the Top 20 classic & contemporary craft shows in the US by Sunshine Artist Magazine! A Holiday Happening is a festive tradition for local craft lovers. Held at College of DuPage in Glen Ellyn, IL since 1990, this is our longest running event. We're proud to showcase the work of talented artisans from across the Midwest - just in time for holiday gift-giving! Heavily advertised and well-attended, this is our biggest fall show. Glen Ellyn, IL is located in the Western suburbs, 25 miles West of Chicago, IL with easy access from I-355. The COD Athletic Arena offers modern facilities with abundant parking.