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Springfield Old Capitol Art Fair
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.
Prairie Arts Festival
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.
Art in the Village
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.
La Grange Art and Craft Fair
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.
AREA 22 Arts, Crafts, & Oddities Fair
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.
Lambs Farm Summertime Craft Fest
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.
Septemberfest
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!
September 2026 (dates not updated)
Retro on Roscoe
Roscoe Village, Chicago, IL
Status: Updated 7/14/2025
- # of Exhibitors: 75
- Juried: yes
- Prize Money: na
September 2026 (dates not updated)
Printers Row Lit Fest
Printers Row, Chicago, IL
Status: Updated 3/4/2025
- # of Exhibitors: 100
- Juried: no
- Prize Money: na
September 2026 (dates not updated)
Nettlehorst French Market - September
Nettelhorst School, Chicago, IL
Status: Updated 5/12/2025
- # of Exhibitors: tba
- Juried:
- Prize Money: na
September 19 - 20, 2026
Lakeview East Festival of the Arts
Along Broadway, Chicago, IL
Status: Updated 1/13/2026
- # of Exhibitors: 150
- Juried: yes
- Prize Money: na
September 2026 (dates not updated)
Jsvfest (Jerk, Seafood and Vegan Fest)
Park 540, Chicago, IL
Status: Updated 2/17/2025
- # of Exhibitors: 30
- Juried: no
- Prize Money:
September - October 2026 (dates not updated)
World Music Festival Chicago
Various Venues, Chicago, IL
Status: Updated 4/17/2025
- # of Exhibitors: na
- Juried: no
- Prize Money:
September 2026 (dates not updated)
Chicago Top Shelf Tequila and Whiskey Tasting Fest
Downtown Chicago, Chicago, IL
Status: Updated 6/26/2025
- # of Exhibitors: 1
- Juried: no
- Prize Money: na
September 2026 (dates not updated)
Hyde Park Jazz Fest
Hyde Park & Various Locations, Chicago, IL
Status: Updated 9/16/2025
- # of Exhibitors: tba
- Juried: no
- Prize Money: na
September 2026 (dates not updated)
Randolph Street Market - September
1341 W Randolph St, Chicago, IL
Status: Updated 5/12/2025
- # of Exhibitors: 300
- Juried: yes
- Prize Money: na
October 2026 (dates not updated)
Apple Fest
Lincoln Square, Chicago, IL
Status: Updated 3/24/2025
- # of Exhibitors: 40
- Juried: no
- Prize Money: na
October 2026 (dates not updated)
Nettlehorst French Market - October
Nettelhorst School, Chicago, IL
Status: Updated 9/2/2025
- # of Exhibitors: tba
- Juried:
- Prize Money: na
October 2026 (dates not updated)
Runway Latinx
CineCity Studios, Chicago, IL
Status: Updated 9/2/2025
- # of Exhibitors: tba
- Juried: no
- Prize Money: na
October 2026 (dates not updated)
Chicago Market For Makers - October
Artifact Event Center, Chicago, IL
Status: Updated 9/2/2025
- # of Exhibitors: 90
- Juried: yes
- Prize Money: na
October - November 2026 (dates not updated)
Chicago Halloween Bar Crawl
Lincoln Park, River North, Wicker Park Venues, Chicago, IL
Status: Updated 8/25/2025
- # of Exhibitors: 1
- Juried: no
- Prize Money:
November 2026 (dates not updated)
Resurrection College Prep High School Fall Craft Fair
Resurrection College Prep High School, Chicago, IL
Status: Updated 11/6/2025
- # of Exhibitors: 185
- Juried: no
- Prize Money: na
November 12 - 14, 2026
Victoria's Craft Boutique
Norwood Park Historical Society, Chicago, IL
Status: Updated 2/12/2026
- # of Exhibitors: 35
- Juried: yes
- Prize Money:
November 2026 (dates not updated)
Archer Ave Cookie Walk
Downtown, Chicago, IL
Status: Updated 11/10/2025
- # of Exhibitors: tba
- Juried: no
- Prize Money: na
November 2026 (dates not updated)
Randolph Street Market - November
Plumbers Hall, Chicago, IL
Status: Updated 11/12/2025
- # of Exhibitors: 125
- Juried: yes
- Prize Money: na
December 3 - 6, 2026
One of a Kind Holiday Show
The Merchandise Mart, Chicago, IL
Status: Updated 1/16/2026
- # of Exhibitors: 500
- Juried: yes
- Prize Money: na
December 2026 (dates not updated)
Randolph Street Holiday Market - December
Plumbers Hall, Chicago, IL
Status: Updated 12/8/2025
- # of Exhibitors: 125
- Juried: yes
- Prize Money: na
December 2026 (dates not updated)
Renegade Craft Fair Chicago Holiday Market
Morgan Manufacturing, Chicago, IL
Status: Updated 9/4/2025
- # of Exhibitors: 170
- Juried: yes
- Prize Money: na
December 2026 - January 2027 (dates not updated)
Chicago All Access New Years Eve (Nye) Bar Crawl
Downtown Chicago, Chicago, IL
Status: Updated 10/26/2025
- # of Exhibitors: 1
- Juried: no
- Prize Money:
