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Illinois Festivals, Craft Shows, Holiday Celebrations, Antiques Collectibles Shows 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 715 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

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.

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.

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 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.

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.

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!

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Fairs & Festivals in Illinois 2026–2027

Art For the Season
November 2026 (dates not updated)

Art For the Season

A. A. Stagg High School, Palos Hills, IL

Status: Updated 7/12/2025

This Illinois Craft Show will have crafts, fine art and fine craft exhibitors, and no food booths. Admission tickets are $3. This event will also include: raffles, entertainment by the high school jazz band and choir.
Randolph Street Market - November
November 2026 (dates not updated)

Randolph Street Market - November

Plumbers Hall, Chicago, IL

Status: Updated 11/12/2025

This Illinois Holiday Celebration will have antique/collectibles, crafts, film, fine art, fine craft and homegrown products exhibitors, and no food booths. There will be Roving Performers with National, Regional and Local talent and the hours will be Sat-Sun 10am-5pm. Admission tickets are $5 - $25.
Third Sunday Market- November
November 2026 (dates not updated)

Third Sunday Market- November

Interstate Center, Bloomington, IL

Status: Updated 2/20/2025

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.
Handmade Market
November 2026 (dates not updated)

Handmade Market

The Loyal Order of the Moose Lodge, Downers Grove, IL

Status: Updated 11/12/2025

This Illinois Art Show will have crafts, fine art and fine craft exhibitors, and no food booths. Admission tickets are $15.
November 21, 2026

Home For the Holidays Craft and Vendor Show

Orangeville School, Orangeville, IL

Status: Updated 4/3/2026

This Illinois Craft Show will have antique/collectibles, commercial/retail, corp./information, crafts, film, fine art, fine craft and homegrown products exhibitors, and 3 food booths. Admission tickets are $2.
Lebanon Victorian Holiday
November 2026 (dates not updated)

Lebanon Victorian Holiday

On the brickstreet, Lebanon, IL

Status: Updated 6/10/2025

This Illinois Festival will have no exhibit booths and no food booths. There will be Roving Performers with Regional and Local talent and the hours will be Fri 4pm-8pm; Sat 10am-8pm. This event will also include: victorian santa photos, bake sale, gingerbread walk (contest),
Festival of Trees
November 2026 (dates not updated)

Festival of Trees

IHotel & Illinois Conference Center, Champaign, IL

Status: Updated 10/4/2025

This Illinois Festival will have crafts, fine art, fine craft and homegrown products exhibitors, and no food booths. Admission tickets are $3 - $5.
Fall Bazaar and Bake Sale
November 2026 (dates not updated)

Fall Bazaar and Bake Sale

St. Louise Parish Center, Lagrange Park, IL

Status: Updated 11/14/2025

This Illinois Craft Show will have commercial/retail, crafts and fine craft exhibitors, and no food booths. This event will also include: bag raffles, split the pot, etc.
Downtown Bloomington Thanksgiving Market
November 2026 (dates not updated)

Downtown Bloomington Thanksgiving Market

Grossinger Motors Arena, Bloomington, IL

Status: Updated 11/14/2025

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.
Christmas in the Country Craft Show
November 2026 (dates not updated)

Christmas in the Country Craft Show

St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Catholic Church, Crystal Lake, IL

Status: Updated 4/8/2025

This Illinois Holiday Celebration will have crafts, fine art and fine craft exhibitors, and 1 food booth. Admission tickets are $3. This event will also include grand raffle with multiple prizes.
Holiday Craft Fair
November 2026 (dates not updated)

Holiday Craft Fair

Huntley High School, Huntley, IL

Status: Updated 11/17/2025

This Illinois Craft Show will have crafts exhibitors and no food booths. This event will also include door prize.
Craft Show and Bake Sale
November 2026 (dates not updated)

Craft Show and Bake Sale

Highlands Middle School, La Grange Highlands, IL

Status: Updated 10/13/2025

This Illinois Craft Show will have crafts and fine craft exhibitors, and no food booths. This event will also include: raffles prizes, homemade food at our cafe and a bake sale.
Holiday Craft & Vendor Show
November 2026 (dates not updated)

Holiday Craft & Vendor Show

Cary Park District Community Center, Cary, IL

Status: Updated 11/9/2025

This Illinois Craft Show will have crafts exhibitors and no food booths.
Normal West HS Bands Craft & Vendor Show
November 2026 (dates not updated)

Normal West HS Bands Craft & Vendor Show

Normal West High School, Normal, IL

Status: Updated 3/19/2025

This Illinois Craft Show will have commercial/retail and crafts exhibitors, and no food booths. This event will also include: santa, hs holiday music performances.
November Holiday Craft Fair
November 2026 (dates not updated)

November Holiday Craft Fair

Brookdale Hoffman Estates, Hoffman Estates, IL

Status: Updated 11/18/2025

This Illinois Craft Show will have crafts, fine art, fine craft and homegrown products exhibitors, and no food booths.
Spruce Moose Sale
November 2026 (dates not updated)

Spruce Moose Sale

13941 Stiehr Road, Wadsworth, IL

Status: Updated 10/23/2025

This Illinois Craft Show will have crafts exhibitors and no food booths.
Holiday Bazaar
November 2026 (dates not updated)

Holiday Bazaar

Woman's Club of Evanston, Evanston, IL

Status: Updated 3/5/2025

This Illinois Craft Show will have crafts, fine art, fine craft and homegrown products exhibitors, and no food booths.
Christmas on the Fox Art and Craft Show
November 2026 (dates not updated)

Christmas on the Fox Art and Craft Show

Prairie Events Center, Kane County Fairgrounds, Saint Charles, IL

Status: Updated 2/21/2025

This Illinois Craft Show will have crafts, fine art and fine craft exhibitors, and no food booths. Admission tickets are $4 - $5.
Christmas Crossroads Craft Show
November 2026 (dates not updated)

Christmas Crossroads Craft Show

Lockport East High School, Lockport, IL

Status: Updated 11/20/2025

This Illinois Holiday Celebration will have crafts and fine craft exhibitors, and 10 food booths. Admission tickets are $5.
CSHS Athletic Boosters Fall Craft Show
November 2026 (dates not updated)

CSHS Athletic Boosters Fall Craft Show

Carl Sandburg High School, Orland Park, IL

Status: Updated 11/20/2025

This Illinois Craft Show will have crafts, fine art and fine craft exhibitors, and no food booths. Admission tickets are $5.
Handmade Holiday Market
November 2026 (dates not updated)

Handmade Holiday Market

Lincolnshire Marriott Resort, Lincolnshire, IL

Status: Updated 10/17/2025

This Illinois Craft Show will have antique/collectibles, crafts, fine art and fine craft exhibitors, and 10 food booths. Admission tickets are $10. This event will also include: paint 'n' sip, wrapping station, massage chairs, wreath making.
Prospect High School Craft Fair
November 2026 (dates not updated)

Prospect High School Craft Fair

Prospect High School Field House, Mount Prospect, IL

Status: Updated 6/21/2025

This Illinois Craft Show will have antique/collectibles, commercial/retail, crafts, fine art, fine craft and homegrown products exhibitors, and no food booths. Admission tickets are $5 - $10. This event will also include: raffle, bake sale, concessions, music.
North Pole Christmas Market- Light Up the Holidays Fest
November 2026 (dates not updated)

North Pole Christmas Market- Light Up the Holidays Fest

Renaissance Center, Joliet, IL

Status: Updated 11/24/2025

This Illinois Festival will have antique/collectibles and crafts exhibitors, and 2 food booths. There will be 1 stage with Local talent and the hours will be Fri 10am-5:30pm. This event will also include: parade, ice skating, horse drawn carriage rides, and more.
Wheaton French Market - November
November 2026 (dates not updated)

Wheaton French Market - November

Wheaton Municipal Parking Lot #3, Wheaton, IL

Status: Updated 6/3/2025

This Illinois Farmers Market will have commercial/retail, corp./information, crafts and homegrown products exhibitors, and tba food booths.
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