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Illinois Festivals, Family & Kids Festivals, Art Shows, Farmers Markets 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 711 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
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.

Logan Square Arts Festival

June 26 - 28, 2026

logansquareaf.com

(773) 878-2900
Logan Square Centennial Monument - Chicago, IL

Back in 2026! A celebration of the art, music and culture of Logan Square. This event has moved to the square and is getting back to its roots! With a great lineup of music and food and local craft vendors, it is a do not miss!

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!

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Fairs & Festivals in Illinois 2026–2027

One of a Kind Spring Show and Sale Chicago
April 2027 (dates not updated)

One of a Kind Spring Show and Sale Chicago

The Merchandise Mart, Chicago, IL

Status: Updated 6/5/2025

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This Illinois Art Show will have fine art and fine craft exhibitors, and no food booths. There will be 1 stage with Local talent and the hours will be Fri-Sat 10am-7pm; Sun 10am-5pm. Admission tickets are $12 - $80.
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Spring Native American Market
April 2027 (dates not updated)

Spring Native American Market

Cahokia Mounds Interpretive Center, Collinsville, IL

Status: Updated 12/9/2025

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This Illinois Craft Show will have crafts, fine art and fine craft exhibitors, and no food booths.
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Lake County Spring Home Show
April 2027 (dates not updated)

Lake County Spring Home Show

Lake County Fairgrounds, Grayslake, IL

Status: Updated 12/30/2025

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This Illinois Home and Garden Show will have commercial/retail exhibitors and no food booths.
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Saint Louis Antique Festival
April 2027 (dates not updated)

Saint Louis Antique Festival

Belle Clair Fairgrounds, Belleville, IL

Status: Updated 10/22/2025

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This Illinois Antiques Collectibles Show will have antique/collectibles exhibitors and no food booths. Admission tickets are $6.
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Spring Arts & Crafts Fair
April 2027 (dates not updated)

Spring Arts & Crafts Fair

Wild Onion Brewery and Banquets, Lake Barrington, IL

Status: Updated 4/7/2026

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This Illinois Craft Show will have crafts, fine art, fine craft and homegrown products exhibitors, and no food booths.
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Friday's Food & Art - May
May 2027 (dates not updated)

Friday's Food & Art - May

The Commons, Mount Vernon, IL

Status: Updated 3/21/2026

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This Illinois Marketplace Expo will have antique/collectibles, commercial/retail, crafts, fine craft and flea market exhibitors, and 2 food booths. There will be 1 stage with Local talent and the hours will be Fri 5pm-8pm. This event will also include: food, art, entertainment.
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Country Spring Quilt Show
April - May 2027 (dates not updated)

Country Spring Quilt Show

Otto Center, Arthur, IL

Status: Updated 3/27/2026

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This Illinois Fiber Arts Festival will have commercial/retail, crafts and fine craft exhibitors, and no food booths. This event will also include quilt classes.
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Cortland Craft & Vendor Show
April - May 2027 (dates not updated)

Cortland Craft & Vendor Show

Cortland Lion's Club, Cortland, IL

Status: Updated 3/24/2026

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This Illinois Craft Show will have antique/collectibles, crafts, fine art, fine craft, flea market and homegrown products exhibitors, and Tbd food booths.
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Dutch Days Festival
May 2027 (dates not updated)

Dutch Days Festival

Downtown Fulton Business District, Fulton, IL

Status: Updated 3/17/2026

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This Illinois Festival will have antique/collectibles, crafts, fine art and fine craft exhibitors, and 20 food booths. There will be 1 stage with Local talent and the hours will be Fri 12pm-9pm; Sat 9am-4pm. This event will also include: parade, contests, demonstrations, presentations, windmill tours, kid games, heritage canyo.
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Spring Artisan Marketplace
May 2027 (dates not updated)

Spring Artisan Marketplace

Arts in Bartlett, Bartlett, IL

Status: Updated 3/28/2026

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This Illinois Craft Show will have commercial/retail, crafts, fine art, fine craft and homegrown products exhibitors, and 5 food booths.
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Red Carpet Corridor Festival Craft & Flea Market
May 2027 (dates not updated)

Red Carpet Corridor Festival Craft & Flea Market

Downtown Wilmington, Wilmington, IL

Status: Updated 3/29/2026

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This Illinois Festival will have antique/collectibles, commercial/retail, corp./information, crafts, film, fine art, fine craft, flea market and homegrown products exhibitors, and 3 food booths. There will be 1 stage with Local talent and the hours will be Sat 9am-4pm.
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Spring Gas Up & Swap Meet
May 2027 (dates not updated)

Spring Gas Up & Swap Meet

23946 State Highway 3, Dow, IL

Status: Updated 11/11/2025

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This Illinois Flea Market will have antique/collectibles, film, fine craft and flea market exhibitors, and no food booths.
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The Melting Pot Market - May
May 2027 (dates not updated)

The Melting Pot Market - May

Civic Park, Granite City, IL

Status: Updated 4/5/2026

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This Illinois Marketplace Expo will have antique/collectibles, crafts, fine craft and homegrown products exhibitors, and 7 food booths. There will be 1 stage with Local talent and the hours will be Sat 11am-3pm.
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Finders Spring Market
May 2027 (dates not updated)

Finders Spring Market

Progress City USA, Decatur, IL

Status: Updated 11/20/2025

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This Illinois Vintage will have antique/collectibles, crafts, fine art, fine craft, flea market and homegrown products exhibitors, and 5 food booths. There will be 1 stage with Local talent and the hours will be Sat 9am-3pm. Admission tickets are $5.
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Lebanon May Market
May 2027 (dates not updated)

Lebanon May Market

Downtown, Lebanon, IL

Status: Updated 11/21/2025

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This Illinois Marketplace Expo will have commercial/retail, crafts and homegrown products exhibitors, and 10 food booths. There will be 1 stage with Local talent and the hours will be Sat 9am-4pm.
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Rosemont International Gem and Jewelry Show
May 2027 (dates not updated)

Rosemont International Gem and Jewelry Show

Donald Stephens Convention Center, Rosemont, IL

Status: Updated 4/12/2026

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This Illinois Gem-Jewelry-Bead Show will have commercial/retail exhibitors and no food booths. Admission tickets are $6 - $8.
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Kane County Flea Market - May
May 2027 (dates not updated)

Kane County Flea Market - May

Kane County Fairgrounds, Saint Charles, IL

Status: Updated 4/5/2026

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This Illinois Flea Market will have antique/collectibles, crafts and flea market exhibitors, and no food booths. Admission tickets are $6.
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Deer Park Art Show
May 2027 (dates not updated)

Deer Park Art Show

Deer Park Town Center, Deer Park, IL

Status: Updated 4/8/2026

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This Illinois Art Show will have crafts, fine art and fine craft exhibitors, and 4 food booths. There will be 1 stage with Regional and Local talent and the hours will be Sat 10am-5pm; Sun 11am-5pm.
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Art in Wilder Park
May 2027 (dates not updated)

Art in Wilder Park

Wilder Park, Elmhurst, IL

Status: Updated 4/8/2026

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This Illinois Art Show will have fine art and fine craft exhibitors, and 7 food booths. This event will also include kids' activities provided by elmhurst art museum.
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Rosewood Farm Spring Artisan Market
May 2027 (dates not updated)

Rosewood Farm Spring Artisan Market

Rosewood Farm, Sugar Grove, IL

Status: Updated 4/7/2026

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This Illinois Marketplace Expo will have 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 Sun 10am-3pm. This event will also include: kids crafts, farm animals, cash bar, shopping.
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Lilac Times Arts & Crafts Fair
May 2027 (dates not updated)

Lilac Times Arts & Crafts Fair

Downtown Lombard, Lombard, IL

Status: Updated 1/13/2026

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This Illinois Craft Show will have crafts exhibitors and 4 food booths. There will be 1 stage with Local talent and the hours will be Sun 10am-4pm.
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Rootabaga Jazz Festival
May 2027 (dates not updated)

Rootabaga Jazz Festival

Various Locations, Galesburg, IL

Status: Updated 4/9/2026

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This Illinois Jazz Music Festival will have no exhibit booths and no food booths. There will be 1 stage with International, National, Regional and Local talent and the hours will be Tue 7pm-8:30pm; Wed, Fri 6pm-10pm; Thu 7pm-10pm; Sat 6:30pm-10:30pm. Admission tickets are $1 - $30.
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Spring Fling Craft & Vendor Fair
May 2027 (dates not updated)

Spring Fling Craft & Vendor Fair

Good Samaritan UMC, Addison, IL

Status: Updated 2/10/2026

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This Illinois Vendor Event will have antique/collectibles, commercial/retail, crafts, fine art and fine craft exhibitors, and no food booths. This event will also include good sam cafe will be open both days.
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Naperville Food Truck Festival
May 2027 (dates not updated)

Naperville Food Truck Festival

Naper Settlement, Naperville, IL

Status: Updated 4/14/2026

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This Illinois Food Festival will have no exhibit booths and 25 food booths. There will be 1 stage with Local talent and the hours will be Sat 12pm-7pm. Admission tickets are $5 - $10. This event will also include: beer garden, bubble show, face painter, balloon artist.
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