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Illinois Festivals 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 723 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

December 6 - 7, 2025

lhs210.net

(312) 339-2839
Lemont High School - Lemont, IL

Lemont High School Athletic Boosters is proud to host our 3rd annual craft show. Over 220 booths that feature homemade crafts, woodworking, fashion, holiday decor, unique jewelry, kid and pet items, baked goods, personalized items and so much more! Concessions will be available. Parking garage onsite. $5 admissions. Children under 12 free.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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Fairs & Festivals in Illinois 2026–2027

Grape Blessing Armenian Fest
August 2026 (dates not updated)

Grape Blessing Armenian Fest

All Saints Church, Glenview, IL

Status: Updated 8/8/2025

This Illinois Ethnic Festival will have corp./information, crafts and homegrown products exhibitors, and closed food booths. There will be 1 stage with International talent and the hours will be Sat 5pm-10pm; Sun 1pm-7pm.
Sunday Artist Market in the Garden - August
August 2026 (dates not updated)

Sunday Artist Market in the Garden - August

Blumen Gardens, Sycamore, IL

Status: Updated 7/14/2025

This Illinois Craft Show will have crafts, fine art and fine craft exhibitors, and no food booths.
DARE Car Show
August 2026 (dates not updated)

DARE Car Show

Edwardsville High School, Edwardsville, IL

Status: Updated 7/14/2025

This Illinois Boat Auto Camping Show will have commercial/retail, crafts, fine art and fine craft exhibitors, and no food booths. This event will also include: this is a dare car show that has food, drink, silent auction.
Third Sunday Market- August
August 2026 (dates not updated)

Third Sunday Market- August

Interstate Center, Bloomington, IL

Status: Updated 2/20/2025

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 13 - 23, 2026

Illinois State Fair

Fairgrounds, Springfield, IL

Status: Updated 11/4/2025

This Illinois State Fair will have no exhibit booths and tba food booths. There will be 14 stages with National, Regional and Local talent and the hours will be . Admission tickets are $3 - $7.
Marshall County Old Settlers Festival
August 2026 (dates not updated)

Marshall County Old Settlers Festival

Lacon Marina, Lacon, IL

Status: Updated 8/2/2024

This Illinois Festival will have antique/collectibles, crafts, fine art, fine craft, flea market and homegrown products exhibitors, and tba food booths. There will be 1 stage with Regional and Local talent and the hours will be Fri 5pm-12 midnight; Sat 7:30am-1am. This event will also include: parade, cruise in, carnival rides, beer tent, variety.
Harvest Fest Craft Show
August 2026 (dates not updated)

Harvest Fest Craft Show

Mt. Zion Convention Center, Mount Zion, IL

Status: Updated 6/10/2025

This Illinois Craft Show will have antique/collectibles, crafts, fine craft and homegrown products exhibitors, and no food booths.
Village of Mount Zion Harvest Fest
August 2026 (dates not updated)

Village of Mount Zion Harvest Fest

Mt. Zion Convention Center, Mount Zion, IL

Status: Updated 8/12/2025

This Illinois Holiday Celebration will have antique/collectibles, crafts, fine art and fine craft exhibitors, and no food booths.
August 22 - 23, 2026

Olden Days Festival

23946 State Highway 3, Dow, IL

Status: Updated 11/11/2025

This Illinois Festival will have antique/collectibles, crafts, fine craft and flea market exhibitors, and 4 food booths. Admission tickets are $5. This event will also include: steam/gas/threshing show, kids' area,antique tractors, classic cars.
Bloomington Cultural Festival
August 2026 (dates not updated)

Bloomington Cultural Festival

Miller Park, Bloomington, IL

Status: Updated 7/17/2025

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.
Art in the Park
August 2026 (dates not updated)

Art in the Park

RB&W Riverfront Park, Rock Falls, IL

Status: Updated 5/14/2025

This Illinois Art Show will have fine art exhibitors and 6 food booths. There will be 1 stage with Local talent and the hours will be Sat 10am-4pm.
Food Festival
August 2026 (dates not updated)

Food Festival

Downtown West Chicago, West Chicago, IL

Status: Updated 3/11/2025

This Illinois Food Festival will have no exhibit booths and 15 food booths.
Garage Galleries Forest Park
August 2026 (dates not updated)

Garage Galleries Forest Park

Forest Park neighborhoods, Forest Park, IL

Status: Updated 7/8/2025

This Illinois Art Show will have fine art and fine craft exhibitors, and no food booths. This event will also include local artists display work in local garages.
Chicago Summer Whiskey Tasting Festival
August 2026 (dates not updated)

Chicago Summer Whiskey Tasting Festival

Galeria Chicago, Chicago, IL

Status: Updated 6/1/2025

This Illinois Festival will have antique/collectibles and commercial/retail exhibitors, and 2 food booths. There will be 1 stage with International, National, Regional and Local talent and the hours will be Sat 2:30pm-6pm. Admission tickets are $20 - $90.
Midwest Salute to the Arts
August 2026 (dates not updated)

Midwest Salute to the Arts

Moody Park, Fairview Heights, IL

Status: Updated 7/16/2025

This Illinois Art Show will have fine art and fine craft exhibitors, and 10 food booths. There will be 1 stage with International, National, Regional and Local talent and the hours will be Fri 6pm-9pm; Sat 10am-8pm; Sun 11am-4pm. This event will also include kids' art and craft workshops.
Schaumburg International Gem and Jewelry Show
August 2026 (dates not updated)

Schaumburg International Gem and Jewelry Show

Renaissance Schaumburg Hotel & Convention Center, Schaumburg, IL

Status: Updated 7/10/2025

This Illinois Gem-Jewelry-Bead Show will have commercial/retail exhibitors and no food booths. There will be Roving Performers with talent and the hours will be Fri 12pm-6pm; Sat 10am-6pm; Sun 11am-5pm. Admission tickets are $6 - $8.
Dekalb Corn Fest
August 2026 (dates not updated)

Dekalb Corn Fest

Downtown DeKalb, Dekalb, IL

Status: Updated 4/8/2025

This Illinois Festival will have commercial/retail, corp./information, crafts and fine craft exhibitors, and 86 food booths. There will be 2 stages with National, Regional and Local talent and the hours will be Fri 3pm-11pm; Sat 11am-11pm; Sun 11am-6pm. Admission tickets are $10. This event will also include: sound stage, carnival, car show, local vendors.
Downtown Palatine Street Fest
August 2026 (dates not updated)

Downtown Palatine Street Fest

Downtown, Palatine, IL

Status: Updated 7/16/2025

This Illinois Festival will have no exhibit booths and 12 food booths. There will be 1 stage with National, Regional and Local talent and the hours will be Fri 5pm-12 midnight; Sat 12pm-12 midnight; Sun 11:30am-6pm.
Bucktown Arts Fest
August 2026 (dates not updated)

Bucktown Arts Fest

Holstein Park, Chicago, IL

Status: Updated 1/22/2025

This Illinois Art Show will have crafts, fine art and fine craft exhibitors, and local food booths. There will be 2 stages with National talent and the hours will be Sat-Sun 11am-7pm. This event will also include: 3 stages, food vendors, performers, kids area and more.
Sweet Corn Circus
August 2026 (dates not updated)

Sweet Corn Circus

Uptown, Normal, IL

Status: Updated 7/31/2025

This Illinois Festival will have antique/collectibles, commercial/retail, crafts, fine art, fine craft and flea market exhibitors, and 6 food booths. There will be 1 stage with Regional talent and the hours will be Sat 10am-5pm; Sun 11am-4pm.
Port Clinton Art Festival
August 2026 (dates not updated)

Port Clinton Art Festival

Port Clinton Square, Highland Park, IL

Status: Updated 7/21/2025

This Illinois Art Show will have fine art and fine craft exhibitors, and no food booths. There will be 3 stages with Regional and Local talent and the hours will be .
Festival of the Arts in Glen Ellyn
August 2026 (dates not updated)

Festival of the Arts in Glen Ellyn

Lake Ellyn, Glen Ellyn, IL

Status: Updated 4/8/2025

This Illinois Art Show will have fine art and fine craft exhibitors, and 4 food booths. There will be Roving Performers with Local talent and the hours will be Sat-Sun 10am-5pm. This event will also include fiber artists and folk music.
Egyptian Festival
August 2026 (dates not updated)

Egyptian Festival

St. George Coptic Orthodox Church, Monee, IL

Status: Updated 7/31/2025

This Illinois Ethnic Festival will have no exhibit booths and 1 food booth. This event will also include: camel rides, authentic egyptian food, inflatables, fun and games for the whole family.
A Walk in the Park
August 2026 (dates not updated)

A Walk in the Park

North School Park, Arlington Heights, IL

Status: Updated 1/26/2025

This Illinois Art Show will have crafts, fine art and fine craft exhibitors, and 3 food booths. There will be 1 stage with Local talent and the hours will be Sun 10am-5pm.
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