Last Chance Craft & Art Show
December 14 - 15, 2024
craftproductionsinc.com
(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.
Shower of Crafts Craft & Art Fair
March 22 - 23, 2025
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 17 - 18, 2025
socaf.org
(217) 652-0136
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.
Art in the Village
June 21 - 22, 2025
northshoreartleague.org
(847) 446-2870
Hubbard Woods Park - Winnetka, IL
The North Shore Art League is excited for our 12th annual juried fine art & fine craft fair on June 21 & 22, 2025. It will take 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 100 years ago! As a beloved community asset, the League has been an instrumental force in the creative arts throughout the Chicagoland.
La Grange Art and Craft Fair
July 12 - 13, 2025
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.
Lambs Farm Summertime Craft Fest
August 9 - 10, 2025
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.
Saint Monica & Saint Rosalie Third Oktoberfest
September 19 - 21, 2025
facebook.com/people/I-Love-Grill-Lemonade-L..
(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.
Events in Bloomington, IL — upcoming
November 8 - December 30, 2024
Holiday Treasures Exhibition and Sale
McLean County Arts Center, Bloomington, IL
Status: Updated 10/29/2024
This Illinois Gallery-Exhibition Event will have fine art and fine craft exhibitors, and no food booths.
May 2025 (dates not updated)
Third Sunday Market - May
Interstate Center, Bloomington, IL
Status: Updated 3/7/2024
This Illinois Antiques Collectibles Show will have antique/collectibles, crafts, flea market and homegrown products exhibitors, and no food booths. Admission tickets are $6.
May 2025 (dates not updated)
Downtown Bloomington Farmer's Market - May
Downtown Bloomington Square, Bloomington, IL
Status: Updated 2/2/2024
This Illinois Farmers Market will have fine art and homegrown products exhibitors, and no food booths. There will be 1 stage with Local talent and the hours will be . This event will also include: kids' activities, gardening demonstrations.
June 2025 (dates not updated)
Downtown Bloomington Farmer's Market - June
Downtown Bloomington Square, Bloomington, IL
Status: Updated 2/2/2024
This Illinois Farmers Market will have fine art and homegrown products exhibitors, and no food booths. There will be 1 stage with Local talent and the hours will be . This event will also include: kids' activities, gardening demonstrations.
July 2025 (dates not updated)
Third Sunday Market - July
Interstate Center, Bloomington, IL
Status: Updated 5/9/2024
This Illinois Antiques Collectibles Show will have antique/collectibles, crafts, flea market and homegrown products exhibitors, and no food booths. Admission tickets are $6.
July 2025 (dates not updated)
Downtown Bloomington Farmer's Market - July
Downtown Bloomington Square, Bloomington, IL
Status: Updated 2/23/2023
This Illinois Farmers Market will have fine art and homegrown products exhibitors, and no food booths. There will be 1 stage with Local talent and the hours will be . This event will also include: kids' activities, gardening demonstrations.
July 2025 (dates not updated)
McLean County Fair
McLean County Fairgrounds, Bloomington, IL
Status: Updated 5/8/2024
This Illinois State Fair will have commercial/retail, corp./information, crafts, film, fine art and fine craft exhibitors, and 18 food booths. There will be 1 stage with National and Local talent and the hours will be All Days 8am-9pm. Admission tickets are $4 - $16.
August 2025 (dates not updated)
Third Sunday Market- August
Interstate Center, Bloomington, IL
Status: Updated 6/5/2024
This Illinois Antiques Collectibles Show will have antique/collectibles, crafts, flea market and homegrown products exhibitors, and no food booths. Admission tickets are $6.
August 2025 (dates not updated)
Bloomington Cultural Festival
Miller Park, Bloomington, IL
Status: Updated 6/4/2024
This Illinois Festival will have corp./information exhibitors and tba food booths. There will be 1 stage with Regional and Local talent and the hours will be Sat 12pm-6pm.
August 2025 (dates not updated)
Downtown Bloomington Farmer's Market - August
Downtown Bloomington Square, Bloomington, IL
Status: Updated 2/2/2024
This Illinois Farmers Market will have fine art and homegrown products exhibitors, and no food booths. There will be 1 stage with Local talent and the hours will be . This event will also include: kids' activities, gardening demonstrations.
September 2025 (dates not updated)
Third Sunday Market - September
Interstate Center, Bloomington, IL
Status: Updated 6/5/2024
This Illinois Antiques Collectibles Show will have antique/collectibles, crafts, fine craft, flea market and homegrown products exhibitors, and no food booths. Admission tickets are $6.
September 2025 (dates not updated)
Downtown Bloomington Farmer's Market - September
Downtown Bloomington Square, Bloomington, IL
Status: Updated 2/2/2024
This Illinois Farmers Market will have fine art and homegrown products exhibitors, and no food booths. There will be 1 stage with Local talent and the hours will be . This event will also include: kids' activities, gardening demonstrations.
October 2025 (dates not updated)
Third Sunday Market - October
Interstate Center, Bloomington, IL
Status: Updated 6/5/2024
This Illinois Antiques Collectibles Show will have antique/collectibles, crafts, fine craft, flea market and homegrown products exhibitors, and no food booths. Admission tickets are $6.
October 2025 (dates not updated)
Downtown Bloomington Farmer's Market - October
Downtown Bloomington Square, Bloomington, IL
Status: Updated 2/2/2024
This Illinois Farmers Market will have fine art and homegrown products exhibitors, and no food booths. There will be 1 stage with Local talent and the hours will be . This event will also include: kids' activities, gardening demonstrations.
November 2025 (dates not updated)
BHS Band Aides Craft Show
Bloomington High School, Bloomington, IL
Status: Updated 10/8/2024
This Illinois Craft Show will have crafts, fine art and fine craft exhibitors, and 1 food booth.
November 2025 (dates not updated)
Third Sunday Market- November
Interstate Center, Bloomington, IL
Status: Updated 6/5/2024
This Illinois Antiques Collectibles Show will have antique/collectibles, crafts, fine craft, flea market and homegrown products exhibitors, and no food booths. Admission tickets are $6.
November 2025 (dates not updated)
Downtown Bloomington Indoor Thanksgiving Market
Grossinger Motors Arena, Bloomington, IL
Status: Updated 9/13/2024
This Illinois Farmers Market will have fine art, fine craft and homegrown products exhibitors, and no food booths. There will be 1 stage with Local talent and the hours will be Sat 9am-12pm.
