Grayslake Antique & Vintage Market - March
March 7 - 8, 2026
zurkopromotions.com/grayslake-chicago-illin..
(715) 526-9769
Lake County Fairgrounds - Grayslake, IL
Grayslake Illinois Antique Flea Market offers a fantastic variety of antiques, vintage, estate jewelry, vintage clothing, collectibles, comics, tv/movie memorabilia, mid century modern, furniture, vintage jewelry, vintage decor, vintage home, vintage experts, decorative arts, vintage lighting, decorating, design, country furniture, shabby chic, old toys, advertising, coins, and more
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!
Events in Rock Island, IL — upcoming
February 20 - 22, 2026
QCCA Rv/Camping Show
QCCA Expo Center, Rock Island, IL
Status: Updated 1/3/2026
This Illinois Boat Auto Camping Show will have commercial/retail and corp./information exhibitors, and no food booths. Admission tickets are $1 - $8.
March 6 - 8, 2026
Antique Spectacular Vintage Market-Quad Cities
QCCA Expo Center, Rock Island, IL
Status: Updated 1/20/2026
This Illinois Antiques Collectibles Show will have antique/collectibles exhibitors and no food booths. Admission tickets are $10.
March 13 - 15, 2026
Flower and Garden Show
QCCA Expo Center, Rock Island, IL
Status: Updated 2/5/2026
This Illinois Home and Garden Show will have commercial/retail, corp./information and crafts exhibitors, and no food booths. Admission tickets are $1 - $8.
September 5 - 6, 2026
Xtream Rock Island Grand Prix
The District, Rock Island, Illinois, Rock Island, IL
Status: Updated 11/11/2025
This Illinois Sports Event will have commercial/retail and corp./information exhibitors, and no food booths. There will be 1 stage with Regional and Local talent and the hours will be Sat 8am-9pm; Sun 8am-4pm. This event will also include go-kart street races.
November 2026 (dates not updated)
Antique Spectacular Vintage Market-Fall Quad Cities
QCCA Expo Center, Rock Island, IL
Status: Updated 10/27/2025
This Illinois Antiques Collectibles Show will have antique/collectibles and flea market exhibitors, and no food booths. Admission tickets are $8.
November 2026 (dates not updated)
Quad City Christmas Arts & Craft Fair
QCCA Expo Center, Rock Island, IL
Status: Updated 10/21/2025
This Illinois Art Show will have crafts, fine art and fine craft exhibitors, and no food booths. Admission tickets are $4 - $5.
December 2026 (dates not updated)
Winter in Bloom
Hauberg Estates, Rock Island, IL
Status: Updated 10/27/2025
This Illinois Holiday Celebration will have no exhibit booths and no food booths. There will be Roving Performers with Local talent and the hours will be Sun 12pm-5pm. This event will also include: children's crafts, meet cinderella, scavenger hunt, live music, refreshments.
January 2027 (dates not updated)
Bald Eagle Days
QCCA Expo Center, Rock Island, IL
Status: Updated 12/15/2025
This Illinois Food Festival will have commercial/retail and corp./information exhibitors, and no food booths. Admission tickets are $1 - $6.
January 2027 (dates not updated)
Quad Cities Farm Show
QCCA Expo Center, Rock Island, IL
Status: Updated 12/16/2025
This Illinois Trade Show will have commercial/retail and corp./information exhibitors, and no food booths.
February 2027 (dates not updated)
Hunting, Fishing & Outdoor Adventure Show
QCCA Expo Center, Rock Island, IL
Status: Updated 12/27/2025
This Illinois Boat Auto Camping Show will have commercial/retail and corp./information exhibitors, and no food booths. Admission tickets are $1 - $8.
