Festivals in Rockford, IL.
Craft Shows, Vendor Events
Brookfield Farmers Market
June 20 - October 31, 2026
brookfieldfarmers.com
(773) 329-5515
Brookfield Illinois, Kiwanis Park - Brookfield, IL
We proudly accept SNAP and Link Match benefits, helping make fresh, local products accessible to everyone in our community. The Brookfield Farmers Market features more than 75 vendors each week, with over 150 vendors participating throughout the season through our rotating vendor program. In addition to local farmers, food producers, artisans, and small businesses, we host a Young Entrepreneurs Market for youth ages 16 and under. This special market section provides young business owners the opportunity to gain real-world experience in entrepreneurship, customer service, marketing, and money management while selling their own handmade and app
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.
Festival of the Arts in Glen Ellyn
August 22 - 23, 2026
downtownglenellyn.com/festival-of-the-arts
(630) 943-0643
Lake Ellyn - Glen Ellyn, IL
This is a juried fine arts show held in the Chicago western suburb of Glen Ellyn. All booth spaces are along a concrete walkway that winds through century-old oak trees surrounding picturesque Lake Ellyn. This year we will continue to limit the number of artists to 70 to concentrate all artist booths along the main path between the main entrance and the boathouse area.
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!
Brookfield Creative Arts Festival
September 19 - 20, 2026
brookfieldchamber.net/brookfield-arts
(773) 329-5515
Brookfield Illinois, Kiwanis Park - Brookfield, IL
The Brookfield Creative Arts Festival is a lively two-day celebration of creativity, culture, and community in the heart of Brookfield. Where artists, makers, performers, and creatives from across the region will transform Brookfield into an inspiring outdoor gallery and creative marketplace, featuring original artwork, live music, theater, dance, interactive demonstrations, and a wide range of family-friendly activities for
Events in Rockford, IL — upcoming
July 2026 (dates not updated)
Fraim & Mortar Maker Market - July
Fraim & Mortar, Rockford, IL
Status: Updated 2/11/2025
This Illinois Craft Show will have antique/collectibles, commercial/retail, crafts, fine art, fine craft and homegrown products exhibitors, and 5 food booths.
September 19 - 20, 2026
Greenwich Village Art Fair
Rockford Art Museum, Rockford, IL
Status: Updated 6/11/2026
This Illinois Art Show will have fine art and fine craft exhibitors, and 5 food booths. There will be 1 stage with Regional and Local talent and the hours will be Sat 10am-6pm; Sun 10am-5pm. Admission tickets are $5. This event will also include children's activity tent.
September 2026 (dates not updated)
Fraim & Mortar Maker Market - September
Fraim & Mortar, Rockford, IL
Status: Updated 2/11/2025
This Illinois Craft Show will have antique/collectibles, commercial/retail, crafts, fine art, fine craft and homegrown products exhibitors, and 5 food booths.
October 3 - 4, 2026
Cider & Cinnamon Arts & Craft Fair
Edgebrook, Rockford, IL
Status: Updated 1/7/2026
This Illinois Craft Show will have antique/collectibles, crafts, fine art, fine craft and homegrown products exhibitors, and 4 food booths. There will be 1 stage with Local talent and the hours will be Sat 10am-5pm; Sun 10am-4pm.
May 5 - October 28, 2026
Edgebrook Farmers Market
Edgebrook Shopping Center, Rockford, IL
Status: Updated 1/7/2026
This Illinois Farmers Market will have homegrown products exhibitors and 3 food booths.
November 2026 (dates not updated)
Arts & Crafts Holiday Spectacular
Indoor Sports Center, Rockford, IL
Status: Updated 11/5/2025
This Illinois Craft Show will have crafts, fine art and fine craft exhibitors, and Tbd food booths. Admission tickets are $6.
November 28, 2026
Stroll on State
Rockford City Market Pavilion, Rockford, IL
Status: Updated 6/25/2026
This Illinois Holiday Celebration will have commercial/retail, corp./information and crafts exhibitors, and tba food booths. There will be 3 stages with Regional and Local talent and the hours will be Sat 2pm-9pm.
February - March 2027 (dates not updated)
Rockford Home Show
Indoor Sports Center, Rockford, IL
Status: Updated 12/27/2024
This Illinois Home and Garden Show will have commercial/retail and corp./information exhibitors, and no food booths. Admission tickets are $7.
March 2027 (dates not updated)
Rockford Rv, Camping & Travel Show
Mercyhealth Indoor Sports Center, Rockford, IL
Status: Updated 12/15/2025
This Illinois Boat Auto Camping Show will have commercial/retail exhibitors and no food booths. Admission tickets are $8.
June 2027 (dates not updated)
Garden Fair
Klehm Arboretum and Botanic Gardens, Rockford, IL
Status: Updated 4/19/2026
This Illinois Specialty-Theme Event will have antique/collectibles, crafts, fine art, fine craft and homegrown products exhibitors, and tba food booths. There will be 1 stage with Regional and Local talent and the hours will be Sat 9am-5pm; Sun 9am-4pm. Admission tickets are $10 - $12.
