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May 16 - 17, 2026

springfieldoldcapitolartfair.org

(734) 546-1200
Old State Capitol Plaza - Springfield, IL

The Old Capitol Art Fair is a juried fair dedicated to top quality and media variety, including acrylic, ceramics, glass, oil, metal, fiber, sculpture, wood, jewelry, drawing, photography, mixed media, watercolor and more. In addition to a premium fair with many amenities, the Art Fair boasts $15,000 in artist awards, a catered evening Artist and Patron party, a unique Children's Tent to encourage the young collector, food court, and live music.

May 23 - 24, 2026

prairiecenter.org/programs/prairie-arts-fes..

(847) 923-3605
Al Larson Prairie Center for the Arts - Schaumburg, IL

An outdoor fine art & fine craft exhibition and sale featuring artists, food truck vendors, live entertainment and children's activities. Free admission and parking. Featured art includes: clay/pottery, digital, drawing, fiber, furniture, glass, jewelry, leather, metal, mixed media 2D, mixed media 3D, musical instruments, natural materials, painting (including acrylic, gouache, oil, pastel, watercolor), paper, photography, printmaking, sculpture, and wood all crafted by the artist.

June 13 - 14, 2026

northshoreartleague.org

(847) 446-2870
Hubbard Woods Park - Winnetka, IL

The North Shore Art League is excited for our annual juried fine art fair taking place in Hubbard Woods Park. Winnetka is a charming upscale Chicagoland destination, highly sought after zip code, located along the shores of Lake Michigan. This boutique show offers great visibility, enthusiastic buyers, and free parking. Art in the Village is located in the community where the League began over 101 years ago! As a beloved community asset, the League has been an instrumental force in the creative arts throughout the Chicagoland area.

July 11 - 12, 2026

craftproductionsinc.com

(815) 878-2728
Downtown - La Grange, IL

Named one of the Top 20 craft shows in the US by Sunshine Artist Magazine! This long-running show is a summer tradition and a crowd favorite. La Grange is our largest, and best-attended outdoor show, with thousands of loyal customers that visit every year. La Grange, IL is a vibrant community located just 15 miles SW of Chicago. The La Grange Craft Fair is held in the heart of their popular downtown district filled with restaurants and boutiques. The La Grange Road Metra stop drops customers off just steps away.

August 8, 2026

sidestreetstudioarts.org/area22

(847) 429-2276x 706
Riverside Drive - Elgin, IL

Get ready for AREA 22! On August 8th from 1–7PM, Riverside Drive in downtown Elgin transforms into a hub for art, creativity, and community. Presented by Side Street Studio Arts, AREA 22 brings together fine art, handmade goods, and unique, unexpected work from artists across the region. Enjoy live art and sculpture, great food and drinks, and entertainment for all ages. Pet-friendly, free admission, free parking, rain or shine. AREA 22 is a creative experience you won't want to miss.

August 29 - 30, 2026

craftproductionsinc.com

(815) 878-2728
Camp Big Timber - Elgin, IL

Join us at Lambs Farm Summertime Craft Fest! This 2 day show is held in a beautiful, park-like setting at Camp Big Timber in Elgin, IL. Summertime Craft Fest is a paid admission fundraiser, benefiting two wonderful non-profits, Lambs Farm and the Three Fires Council. The festival features a craft show with 150+ booths, food trucks, music, and a beer + wine garden. Parts of the show have room to park 1 vehicle directly behind your booth for an additional $40.

September 5 - 7, 2026

villageofschaumburg.com/our-village/events/..

(847) 923-3605
Al Larson Prairie Center for the Arts - Schaumburg, IL

An outdoor festival featuring an arts & crafts show, carnival, entertainment on 3 stages, craft beer & wine garden, Taste of Schaumburg, Taste of Schaumburg's Not-for-Profit Day, Bingo, drone display on Sunday evening & Labor Day parade. Admission, shuttle bus service, and all general admission lawn seating for musical acts are FREE!

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Millennium Art Festival
June 2026 (dates not updated)

Millennium Art Festival

On Lake Street at Michigan Avenue, Chicago, IL

Status: Updated 4/2/2025

There will be 1 stage with Local talent. The entertainment will be Variety, and there will be other activities like kid's art activities.
  • # of Exhibitors: 125
  • Juried: yes
  • Prize Money: na
Nettlehorst French Market - July
July 2026 (dates not updated)

Nettlehorst French Market - July

Nettelhorst School, Chicago, IL

Status: Updated 3/19/2025

  • # of Exhibitors: tba
  • Juried:
  • Prize Money: na
Chicago Music Awards
July 2026 (dates not updated)

Chicago Music Awards

Park 540-, Chicago, IL Or Online at

Status: Updated 2/17/2025

There will be 1 stage with Regional and Local talent. The entertainment will be Alternative, Blues, Christian, Classical/Symphony, Country, Dance Troupe, DJ/Dance/Techno, Ethnic, Face Painting, Folk, Gospel, Reggae, Roots, Salsa and Spoken Word.
  • # of Exhibitors: Tbd
  • Juried: no
  • Prize Money:
Square Roots
July 2026 (dates not updated)

Square Roots

Lincoln Square Neighborhood, Chicago, IL

Status: Updated 3/19/2025

There will be 4 stages with International, National, Regional and Local talent. The entertainment will be Alternative, Americana, Bluegrass, Blues, Cajun/Zydeco, Children's, DJ/Dance/Techno, Ethnic, Folk, Funk, Latin, Reggae, Rock, Roots, Top Forty/Pop and World, and there will be other activities like instrument petting zoo, games, demos, kids area.
  • # of Exhibitors: 15
  • Juried: no
  • Prize Money: na
Chicago Gospel Music Experience
July 2026 (dates not updated)

Chicago Gospel Music Experience

Millennium Park, Chicago, IL

Status: Updated 3/10/2025

There will be 1 stage with Local talent. The entertainment will be Gospel.
  • # of Exhibitors: na
  • Juried: no
  • Prize Money:
Chicago Market For Makers - July
July 2026 (dates not updated)

Chicago Market For Makers - July

Artifact Event Center, Chicago, IL

Status: Updated 6/17/2025

  • # of Exhibitors: 90
  • Juried: yes
  • Prize Money: na
Southport Art Fest
July 2026 (dates not updated)

Southport Art Fest

Downtown, Chicago, IL

Status: Updated 3/19/2025

There will be 3 stages with National, Regional and Local talent. The entertainment will be Bluegrass, Blues, Children's, Country, Folk, Rock, Top Forty/Pop and Variety.
  • # of Exhibitors: 40
  • Juried: yes
  • Prize Money: na
July 18 - 19, 2026

Ravenswood on Tap

Ravenswood, Chicago, IL

Status: Updated 10/14/2025

There will be 1 stage with Local talent. The entertainment will be Alternative, Americana, Bluegrass, DJ/Dance/Techno, Ethnic, Folk, Funk, Rock and Swing.
  • # of Exhibitors: 20
  • Juried: no
  • Prize Money: na
West Fest Chicago
July 2026 (dates not updated)

West Fest Chicago

Downtown, Chicago, IL

Status: Updated 2/18/2025

There will be 2 stages with International, National, Regional and Local talent. The entertainment will be DJ/Dance/Techno and Variety, and there will be other activities like kid area, pet area.
  • # of Exhibitors: 200
  • Juried: yes
  • Prize Money: na
July 24 - 26, 2026

Wicker Park Festival

Wicker Park, Chicago, IL

Status: Updated 3/16/2026

There will be 3 stages with National, Regional and Local talent. The entertainment will be Alternative, Bluegrass, Blues, Country, DJ/Dance/Techno, Electronic, Ethnic, Folk, Funk, Latin, R & B/Soul, Reggae, Rock and Top Forty/Pop.
  • # of Exhibitors: 90
  • Juried: no
  • Prize Money: na
Taste of Lincoln Avenue
July 2026 (dates not updated)

Taste of Lincoln Avenue

Lincoln Avenue, Chicago, IL

Status: Updated 3/19/2025

There will be 2 stages with National, Regional and Local talent. The entertainment will be Variety.
  • # of Exhibitors: 50
  • Juried: no
  • Prize Money: na
Chicago Summer Tequila Tasting Festival
July 2026 (dates not updated)

Chicago Summer Tequila Tasting Festival

Downtown Chicago, Chicago, IL

Status: Updated 3/12/2025

There will be 1 stage with International, National, Regional and Local talent. The entertainment will be Americana and Country.
  • # of Exhibitors: 1
  • Juried: no
  • Prize Money: na
JEFF Fest
August 2026 (dates not updated)

JEFF Fest

Jefferson Memorial Park, Chicago, IL

Status: Updated 3/25/2025

There will be 1 stage with National, Regional and Local talent. The entertainment will be Variety.
  • # of Exhibitors: tba
  • Juried: no
  • Prize Money: na
Dancing in the Streets
August 2026 (dates not updated)

Dancing in the Streets

1725 W Hubbard, Chicago, IL

Status: Updated 2/18/2025

There will be 1 stage with National, Regional and Local talent. The entertainment will be Americana and Rock.
  • # of Exhibitors: 20
  • Juried: no
  • Prize Money: na
Nettlehorst French Market - August
August 2026 (dates not updated)

Nettlehorst French Market - August

Nettelhorst School, Chicago, IL

Status: Updated 6/2/2025

  • # of Exhibitors: tba
  • Juried:
  • Prize Money: na
August 7 - 9, 2026

Northalsted Market Days

Downtown, Chicago, IL

Status: Updated 3/3/2026

There will be 5 stages with National, Regional and Local talent. The entertainment will be Alternative, DJ/Dance/Techno, Folk, Jazz, Rock and Top Forty/Pop.
  • # of Exhibitors: 150
  • Juried: yes
  • Prize Money: na
August 13 - 16, 2026

Taylor Street Festa Italiana

Little Italy - Taylor Street, Chicago, IL

Status: Updated 2/12/2026

There will be 5 stages with International, National, Regional and Local talent. The entertainment will be Alternative, Americana, Beach, Bluegrass, Blues, Cajun/Zydeco, Children's, Christian, Classical/Symphony, Clown, Comedy, Country, Dance Troupe, DJ/Dance/Techno, Electronic, Ethnic, Face Painting, Folk, Funk, Gospel, Henna, Jam, Jazz, Latin, Magician, Metal, New Age, Old-time, Opera, Ragtime, Rap/Hip-hop, R & B/Soul, Reggae, Rock, Rockabilly, Roots, Salsa, Swing, Top Forty/Pop, Tribute Band, Variety and World, and there will be other activities like carnival, games, magicians, cocktails.
  • # of Exhibitors: 30
  • Juried: no
  • Prize Money: na
Ukrainian Village Fest
August 2026 (dates not updated)

Ukrainian Village Fest

Ukrainian Village, Chicago, IL

Status: Updated 6/2/2025

There will be 1 stage with International talent. The entertainment will be DJ/Dance/Techno, Folk, Variety and World, and there will be other activities like big dance floor, dancing under a big tent.
  • # of Exhibitors: 46
  • Juried: no
  • Prize Money:
Chicago Summer Whiskey Tasting Festival
August 2026 (dates not updated)

Chicago Summer Whiskey Tasting Festival

Galeria Chicago, Chicago, IL

Status: Updated 6/1/2025

There will be 1 stage with International, National, Regional and Local talent. The entertainment will be Comedy, Country, Dance Troupe, Folk and Jazz.
  • # of Exhibitors: 2
  • Juried: no
  • Prize Money: na
Bucktown Arts Fest
August 2026 (dates not updated)

Bucktown Arts Fest

Holstein Park, Chicago, IL

Status: Updated 1/22/2025

There will be 2 stages with National talent. The entertainment will be Variety, and there will be other activities like 3 stages, food vendors, performers, kids area and more.
  • # of Exhibitors: 200
  • Juried: yes
  • Prize Money: na
August 28 - 30, 2026

Edgewater Music Fest

5800-5930 N Broadway, Chicago, IL

Status: Updated 4/1/2026

There will be 2 stages with Regional and Local talent. The entertainment will be Alternative, DJ/Dance/Techno, Electronic, Ethnic, Rock, Top Forty/Pop and Variety.
  • # of Exhibitors: 60
  • Juried: no
  • Prize Money:
Chicago Jazz Festival
August 2026 (dates not updated)

Chicago Jazz Festival

Millennium Park, Chicago, IL

Status: Updated 3/10/2025

There will be 3 stages with National, Regional and Local talent. The entertainment will be Jazz.
  • # of Exhibitors: na
  • Juried: no
  • Prize Money:
African Festival of the Arts
August - September 2026 (dates not updated)

African Festival of the Arts

Sunken Garden at DuSable Museum, Chicago, IL

Status: Updated 7/7/2025

There will be 3 stages with International, National, Regional and Local talent. The entertainment will be Alternative, Blues, Cajun/Zydeco, Children's, Dance Troupe, DJ/Dance/Techno, Electronic, Ethnic, Funk, Gospel, Jazz, Latin, Old-time, Rap/Hip-hop, R & B/Soul, Roots, Salsa, Spoken Word, Top Forty/Pop, Variety and World.
  • # of Exhibitors: 100
  • Juried: no
  • Prize Money: na
September 4 - 7, 2026

Taste of Polonia Festival

Copernicus Center, Chicago, IL

Status: Updated 3/2/2026

There will be 3 stages with International, National, Regional and Local talent. The entertainment will be Alternative, Americana, Children's, Classical/Symphony, Country, Dance Troupe, DJ/Dance/Techno, Ethnic, Face Painting, Folk, Funk, Jazz, Latin, Ragtime, R & B/Soul, Reggae, Rock, Rockabilly, Top Forty/Pop, Tribute Band, Variety and World, and there will be other activities like casino, vodka tastings, craft beer tent, art exhibits, kid's area with loads of fun.
  • # of Exhibitors: 50
  • Juried: no
  • Prize Money: na