Shower of Crafts Craft & Art Fair
March 21 - 22, 2026
craftproductionsinc.com
(815) 878-2728
College of DuPage - Glen Ellyn, IL
Named one of the 50 best craft shows in the US by Sunshine Artist Magazine! An annual Spring tradition for many of our customers, Shower of Crafts kicks off our Chicago area shows for the year. 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. The College of DuPage Athletic Arena was just renovated in 2014 and offers modern facilities with abundant parking.
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!
April 10 - 12, 2026
Boneyard Arts Festival
Various venues, Champaign, IL
Status: Updated 1/29/2026
- # of Exhibitors: 100+
- Juried: no
- Prize Money: na
April 11, 2026
Tinley Park Brew and Vine
Odyssey Tinley Park, Tinley Park, IL
Status: Updated 3/10/2026
- # of Exhibitors: na
- Juried: no
- Prize Money: na
April 11, 2026
Spring Arts & Craft Fair
Recreation Center, Tinley Park, IL
Status: Updated 3/4/2026
- # of Exhibitors: 100
- Juried: no
- Prize Money: na
April 11 - 12, 2026
Kane County Flea Market - April
Kane County Fairgrounds, Saint Charles, IL
Status: Updated 3/5/2026
- # of Exhibitors: tba
- Juried: no
- Prize Money: na
April 11 - 12, 2026
Grayslake Antique & Vintage Market - April
Lake County Fairgrounds, Grayslake, IL
Status: Updated 11/11/2025
- # of Exhibitors: 225
- Juried: no
- Prize Money: na
April 2026 (dates not updated)
Spring Fest, Plant/Seed Swap & Tribe Garage Sale
Kriya Vedanta Gurukulam - Temple Of Harmony Monastery, Joliet, IL
Status: Updated 1/27/2025
- # of Exhibitors: 60
- Juried: no
- Prize Money:
April 2026 (dates not updated)
Rhodes Foundation Garage Sale and Artisan Craft Fair
McNally Gym at Rhodes School, River Grove, IL
Status: Updated 2/7/2025
- # of Exhibitors: 40
- Juried: no
- Prize Money:
April 2026 (dates not updated)
Easter Egg Hunt & Market at Hawthorn Mall
Hawthorn Mall, Vernon Hills, IL
Status: Updated 2/12/2025
- # of Exhibitors: 45
- Juried: no
- Prize Money:
April 2026 (dates not updated)
Craft and Vendor Show
Lockport VFW, Lockport, IL
Status: Updated 2/1/2025
- # of Exhibitors: 42
- Juried: no
- Prize Money:
April 2026 (dates not updated)
Gem and Mineral Show
Pavilion of the City of Marion, Marion, IL
Status: Updated 1/21/2025
- # of Exhibitors: tba
- Juried: no
- Prize Money: na
April 2026 (dates not updated)
Wheaton French Market - April
Wheaton Municipal Parking Lot #3, Wheaton, IL
Status: Updated 3/4/2025
- # of Exhibitors: 90
- Juried: no
- Prize Money: na
April 2026 (dates not updated)
Grayslake Spring Season - April
Centennial Plaza, Grayslake, IL
Status: Updated 1/17/2025
- # of Exhibitors: tba
- Juried: yes
- Prize Money: na
April 2026 (dates not updated)
Geneva French Market - April
Metra Train Station Parking Lot, Geneva, IL
Status: Updated 1/22/2025
- # of Exhibitors: tba
- Juried: no
- Prize Money: na
April 18, 2026
JJL Band Spring Fling & Mother's Day Vendor Fair
John J Lukancic Middle School, Romeoville, IL
Status: Updated 12/15/2025
- # of Exhibitors: 110
- Juried: no
- Prize Money: na
April 18, 2026
Stephenson County Fiber Art Fair
Jane Addams Community Center, Cedarville, IL
Status: Updated 2/27/2026
- # of Exhibitors: 18
- Juried: no
- Prize Money: na
April 18, 2026
Chicago Civil War Show and Sale - April
DuPage Fairgrounds, Wheaton, IL
Status: Updated 1/13/2026
- # of Exhibitors: 200
- Juried: no
- Prize Money: na
April 18 - 19, 2026
Schaumburg Spring Home Show
Schaumburg Convention Center, Schaumburg, IL
Status: Updated 12/30/2025
- # of Exhibitors: 200
- Juried: no
- Prize Money: na
April 2026 (dates not updated)
Nettlehorst French Market - April
Nettelhorst School, Chicago, IL
Status: Updated 3/4/2025
- # of Exhibitors: tba
- Juried:
- Prize Money: na
April 23 - 25, 2026
Spring Fest
Doudna Fine Arts Center Campus, Charleston, IL
Status: Updated 3/2/2026
- # of Exhibitors: 30
- Juried: no
- Prize Money: na
April 2026 (dates not updated)
Country Spring Quilt Show
Otto Center, Arthur, IL
Status: Updated 1/31/2025
- # of Exhibitors: tba
- Juried: no
- Prize Money: $10-$100
April 24 - 26, 2026
One of a Kind Spring Show and Sale Chicago
The Merchandise Mart, Chicago, IL
Status: Updated 6/5/2025
- # of Exhibitors: 300
- Juried: yes
- Prize Money: na
April 24 - 26, 2026
Spring Native American Market
Cahokia Mounds Interpretive Center, Collinsville, IL
Status: Updated 12/9/2025
- # of Exhibitors: 40
- Juried: no
- Prize Money:
April 25, 2026
Pet-A-Palooza - a Celebration of Pets
Woodstock Spiritual Center of Woodstock, Woodstock, IL
Status: Updated 3/12/2026
- # of Exhibitors: 30
- Juried: no
- Prize Money:
April 25 - 26, 2026
Lake County Spring Home Show
Lake County Fairgrounds, Grayslake, IL
Status: Updated 12/30/2025
- # of Exhibitors: 100
- Juried: no
- Prize Money: na
