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Illinois Festivals, Craft Shows, Holiday Celebrations, Farmers Markets, Marketplace Expos 2026–2027.

Quaint towns and city delights, iconic architecture and riveting naturescapes. Get your kicks on Route 66 or retrace the route of Lewis and Clark. Something is celebrated each month of the year in Illinois. From Anything that Floats to the Wizard of Oz, the 712 events in the Prairie State cover wild, wacky, wonderful and big, like the Illinois State Fair, Glendale Heights Fest and World Music Festival Chicago. Scroll below to view the variety of culture, art, music and entertainment found at Illinois Festivals, Art Shows, Music Festivals and Craft Shows.

Featured Events
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!

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Fairs & Festivals in Illinois 2026–2027

JJL Band Spring Fling & Mother's Day Vendor Fair
April 18, 2026

JJL Band Spring Fling & Mother's Day Vendor Fair

John J Lukancic Middle School, Romeoville, IL

Status: Updated 12/15/2025

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This Illinois Craft Show will have antique/collectibles, commercial/retail, crafts, fine art and fine craft exhibitors, and no food booths. This event will also include school band will be performing.
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Stephenson County Fiber Art Fair
April 18, 2026

Stephenson County Fiber Art Fair

Jane Addams Community Center, Cedarville, IL

Status: Updated 2/27/2026

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This Illinois Traditional Craft-Folk Event will have crafts, fine art, fine craft and homegrown products exhibitors, and 1 food booth. Admission tickets are $3.
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Spring Craft Fair
April 18, 2026

Spring Craft Fair

Cary Park District Community Center, Cary, IL

Status: Updated 4/2/2026

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This Illinois Craft Show will have commercial/retail, crafts and fine craft exhibitors, and no food booths.
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Chicago Civil War Show and Sale - April
April 18, 2026

Chicago Civil War Show and Sale - April

DuPage Fairgrounds, Wheaton, IL

Status: Updated 1/13/2026

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This Illinois Antiques Collectibles Show will have antique/collectibles and fine art exhibitors, and no food booths. Admission tickets are $10.
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Schaumburg Spring Home Show
April 18 - 19, 2026

Schaumburg Spring Home Show

Schaumburg Convention Center, Schaumburg, IL

Status: Updated 12/30/2025

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This Illinois Home and Garden Show will have antique/collectibles, commercial/retail, corp./information, film and flea market exhibitors, and 10 food booths.
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Wheaton French Market - April
April 11 - 25, 2026

Wheaton French Market - April

Wheaton Pavillion, Wheaton, IL

Status: Updated 3/19/2026

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This Illinois Farmers Market will have commercial/retail, corp./information, crafts and homegrown products exhibitors, and tba food booths.
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Grayslake Spring Season - April
April 11 - 25, 2026

Grayslake Spring Season - April

Historic Downtown, Grayslake, IL

Status: Updated 3/19/2026

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This Illinois Farmers Market will have crafts and homegrown products exhibitors, and tba food booths. There will be 1 stage with Local talent and the hours will be . This event will also include balloons.
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Nettlehorst French Market - April
April 18 - 25, 2026

Nettlehorst French Market - April

Nettelhorst School, Chicago, IL

Status: Updated 3/27/2026

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This Illinois Farmers Market will have commercial/retail, corp./information, crafts and homegrown products exhibitors, and tba food booths.
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Spring Fest
April 23 - 25, 2026

Spring Fest

Doudna Fine Arts Center Campus, Charleston, IL

Status: Updated 3/2/2026

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This Illinois Festival will have fine art and fine craft exhibitors, and 8 food booths. There will be 1 stage with Regional talent and the hours will be Thu 12pm-8pm; Fri-Sat 10am-8pm. This event will also include: folk arts, demonstrations, children's activities.
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Livengood's Spring Backroads Barn Sale
April 25, 2026

Livengood's Spring Backroads Barn Sale

Carrol County Fairgrounds, Milledgeville, IL

Status: Updated 3/31/2026

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This Illinois Marketplace Expo will have antique/collectibles, crafts, film, fine art, fine craft, flea market and homegrown products exhibitors, and 4 food booths. Admission tickets are $5.
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Bockfest
April 25, 2026

Bockfest

Main St Roselle and Pollyana Brewery, Roselle, IL

Status: Updated 4/1/2026

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This Illinois Festival will have no exhibit booths and 3 food booths. There will be 1 stage with Local talent and the hours will be Sat 12pm-10pm.
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Pet-A-Palooza - a Celebration of Pets
April 25, 2026

Pet-A-Palooza - a Celebration of Pets

Woodstock Spiritual Center of Woodstock, Woodstock, IL

Status: Updated 3/12/2026

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This Illinois Pet-themed Event will have commercial/retail exhibitors and no food booths.
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Geneva French Market - April
April 12 - 26, 2026

Geneva French Market - April

Metra Train Station Parking Lot, Geneva, IL

Status: Updated 3/19/2026

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This Illinois Farmers Market will have commercial/retail, corp./information, crafts and homegrown products exhibitors, and tba food booths.
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One of a Kind Spring Show and Sale Chicago
April 24 - 26, 2026

One of a Kind Spring Show and Sale Chicago

The Merchandise Mart, Chicago, IL

Status: Updated 6/5/2025

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This Illinois Art Show will have fine art and fine craft exhibitors, and no food booths. There will be 1 stage with Local talent and the hours will be Fri-Sat 10am-7pm; Sun 10am-5pm. Admission tickets are $12 - $80.
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Spring Native American Market
April 24 - 26, 2026

Spring Native American Market

Cahokia Mounds Interpretive Center, Collinsville, IL

Status: Updated 12/9/2025

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This Illinois Craft Show will have crafts, fine art and fine craft exhibitors, and no food booths.
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Lake County Spring Home Show
April 25 - 26, 2026

Lake County Spring Home Show

Lake County Fairgrounds, Grayslake, IL

Status: Updated 12/30/2025

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This Illinois Home and Garden Show will have commercial/retail exhibitors and no food booths.
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Saint Louis Antique Festival
April 25 - 26, 2026

Saint Louis Antique Festival

Belle Clair Fairgrounds, Belleville, IL

Status: Updated 10/22/2025

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This Illinois Antiques Collectibles Show will have antique/collectibles exhibitors and no food booths. Admission tickets are $6.
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Spring Arts & Crafts Fair
April 26, 2026

Spring Arts & Crafts Fair

Wild Onion Brewery and Banquets, Lake Barrington, IL

Status: Updated 4/7/2026

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This Illinois Craft Show will have crafts, fine art, fine craft and homegrown products exhibitors, and no food booths.
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Friday's Food & Art - May
May 1, 2026

Friday's Food & Art - May

The Commons, Mount Vernon, IL

Status: Updated 3/21/2026

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This Illinois Marketplace Expo will have antique/collectibles, commercial/retail, crafts, fine craft and flea market exhibitors, and 2 food booths. There will be 1 stage with Local talent and the hours will be Fri 5pm-8pm. This event will also include: food, art, entertainment.
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Country Spring Quilt Show
April 30 - May 2, 2026

Country Spring Quilt Show

Otto Center, Arthur, IL

Status: Updated 3/27/2026

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This Illinois Fiber Arts Festival will have commercial/retail, crafts and fine craft exhibitors, and no food booths. This event will also include quilt classes.
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Cortland Craft & Vendor Show
April 30 - May 2, 2026

Cortland Craft & Vendor Show

Cortland Lion's Club, Cortland, IL

Status: Updated 3/24/2026

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This Illinois Craft Show will have antique/collectibles, crafts, fine art, fine craft, flea market and homegrown products exhibitors, and Tbd food booths.
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Dutch Days Festival
May 1 - 2, 2026

Dutch Days Festival

Downtown Fulton Business District, Fulton, IL

Status: Updated 3/17/2026

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This Illinois Festival will have antique/collectibles, crafts, fine art and fine craft exhibitors, and 20 food booths. There will be 1 stage with Local talent and the hours will be Fri 12pm-9pm; Sat 9am-4pm. This event will also include: parade, contests, demonstrations, presentations, windmill tours, kid games, heritage canyo.
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Spring Artisan Marketplace
May 2, 2026

Spring Artisan Marketplace

Arts in Bartlett, Bartlett, IL

Status: Updated 3/28/2026

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This Illinois Craft Show will have commercial/retail, crafts, fine art, fine craft and homegrown products exhibitors, and 5 food booths.
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Red Carpet Corridor Festival Craft & Flea Market
May 2, 2026

Red Carpet Corridor Festival Craft & Flea Market

Downtown Wilmington, Wilmington, IL

Status: Updated 3/29/2026

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This Illinois Festival will have antique/collectibles, commercial/retail, corp./information, crafts, film, fine art, fine craft, flea market and homegrown products exhibitors, and 3 food booths. There will be 1 stage with Local talent and the hours will be Sat 9am-4pm.
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