Chicago Civil War Show and Sale - April
April 26, 2025
chicagocivilwarshow.com
(715) 526-9769
DuPage Fairgrounds - Wheaton, IL
1000's of museum quality Civil War artifacts, collector arms, cavalry swords, historical autographs, pictures, coins, currency and much more will be on display and for sale. “You may purchase a real treasure of AMERICAN History for yourself or a loved one to be passed down as a great family heirloom,” stated Bob Zurko of Zurko's Midwest Promotions.
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.
Deer Path Art League Seventieth Art Fair on the Square
August 31 - September 1, 2025
deerpathartleague.org
(847) 234-3743
Market Square - Lake Forest, IL
The nationally top-rated Deer Path Art Fair on the Square is held at historic Lake Forest Market Square and Western Avenue. The juried fine arts show features 130 artists representing a wide variety of design mediums in a wide variety of price points. Artists are selected from across the country and are present to meet and discuss their work and technique with the art patrons. A wonderful show in a beautiful setting!
Saint Monica & Saint Rosalie Third Oktoberfest
September 19 - 21, 2025
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(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.
Art on the Prairie
September 20 - 21, 2025
warrenvilleparks.org
(630) 393-7279
Warrenville Park District Recreation Center - Warrenville, IL
Art on the Prairie is a juried art/craft fair including jewelry, graphics, photography, painting, stained glass, ceramics, and mixed media. The Music Festival will host local performing artists providing live entertainment to enhance the overall event. The deadline is open until full. Co-sponsored by the City of Warrenville Hotel Tax Fund & City Of Warrenville, Warrenville Park District, and The State of IL Arts Council Grant.
Sixty-Ninth Park Forest Art Fair
September 21 - 22, 2025
tallgrassarts.org
(708) 439-2424
Downtown - Park Forest, IL
Annual fine art fair. First-time artists must be juried. Second oldest juried fair in Chicagoland. Exceptionally artist-friendly. Breakfast and dinner for artists on Saturday and Sunday. Great dinner Saturday evening. Volunteers provide water, assistance and relief all day, both days. All media welcome including painting, photography, glass and wood, jewelry, etc. Fair is promoted in print and social media and on WBBM (WBBM is during drive time).
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.
Last Chance Craft & Art Show
December 13 - 14, 2025
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.
Events in Waukegan, IL — upcoming
May 15 - 17, 2025
Saint Dismas Church Rummage and Bake Sale
Saint Dismas Church, Waukegan, IL
Status: Updated 3/31/2025
This Illinois Flea Market will have commercial/retail, crafts and flea market exhibitors, and no food booths.
August 2025 (dates not updated)
Ray Bradbury's Dandelion Wine Fine Arts Festival
Bowen Park, Waukegan, IL
Status: Updated 5/10/2024
This Illinois Art Show will have fine art and fine craft exhibitors, and 3 food booths. There will be 3 stages with Regional and Local talent and the hours will be Sat 11am-4:30pm. This event will also include community art project.
September 2025 (dates not updated)
Saint Dismas Rummage Sale & Bake Sale
Saint Dismas Church, Waukegan, IL
Status: Updated 9/16/2024
This Illinois Flea Market will have flea market exhibitors and no food booths.
