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 716 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.
Grayslake Antique & Vintage Market - March
March 7 - 8, 2026
zurkopromotions.com/grayslake-chicago-illin..
(715) 526-9769
Lake County Fairgrounds - Grayslake, IL
Grayslake Illinois Antique Flea Market offers a fantastic variety of antiques, vintage, estate jewelry, vintage clothing, collectibles, comics, tv/movie memorabilia, mid century modern, furniture, vintage jewelry, vintage decor, vintage home, vintage experts, decorative arts, vintage lighting, decorating, design, country furniture, shabby chic, old toys, advertising, coins, and more
Shower of Crafts Craft & Art Fair
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.
Springfield Old Capitol Art Fair
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.
Prairie Arts Festival
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.
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.
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.
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!
December 2026 (dates not updated)
Downtown Plainfield Holiday Artisan Market
Sanctuary Events, Plainfield, IL
Status: Updated 4/10/2025
December 2026 (dates not updated)
December Holiday Craft Fair
Wild Onion Brewery and Banquets, Lake Barrington, IL
Status: Updated 11/8/2025
December 2026 (dates not updated)
Crete Country Christmas
Crete Country Christmas Tent on Cass St., Crete, IL
Status: Updated 7/2/2025
December 2026 (dates not updated)
Grayslake Fall Season - December
Centennial Park, Grayslake, IL
Status: Updated 4/1/2025
December 12 - 13, 2026
Grayslake Antique Flea Market - December
Lake County Fairgrounds, Grayslake, IL
Status: Updated 1/13/2026
December 2026 (dates not updated)
Fremd Holiday Craft Fair & Gift Show
William Fremd High School, Palatine, IL
Status: Updated 12/9/2025
December 2026 (dates not updated)
Gillespie Holiday Sparkle
Downtown, Gillespie, IL
Status: Updated 12/8/2025
December 2026 (dates not updated)
Last Chance Craft Fair
Bolingbrook High School, Bolingbrook, IL
Status: Updated 12/9/2025
December 2026 (dates not updated)
Manteno Craft and Vendor Fair
Manteno Church of the Nazarene, Manteno, IL
Status: Updated 12/11/2025
December 2026 (dates not updated)
Rosemont, IL Jewelry Show
Donald Stephens Convention Center, Rosemont, IL
Status: Updated 12/8/2025
December 2026 (dates not updated)
Forever Vintage Christmas Market
Belle-Clair Fairgrounds, Belleville, IL
Status: Updated 12/8/2025
December 2026 (dates not updated)
Randolph Street Holiday Market - December
Plumbers Hall, Chicago, IL
Status: Updated 12/8/2025
December 2026 (dates not updated)
Last Chance Craft & Art Show
College of DuPage Athletic Arena, Glen Ellyn, IL
Status: Updated 12/16/2024
November - December 2026 (dates not updated)
Gallery of Gifts Holiday Show & Sale
Naperville Fine Art Center & Gallery, Naperville, IL
Status: Updated 11/10/2025
November - December 2026 (dates not updated)
Evanston Art Center's Winter Arts + Crafts Expo
Evanston Art Center, Evanston, IL
Status: Updated 10/1/2025
December 2026 (dates not updated)
Craft Show
Metea Valley High School, Aurora, IL
Status: Updated 11/21/2025
December 2026 (dates not updated)
Renegade Craft Fair Chicago Holiday Market
Morgan Manufacturing, Chicago, IL
Status: Updated 9/4/2025
October - December 2026 (dates not updated)
Yuletide Treasures
Dupage Art League Gallery & School, Wheaton, IL
Status: Updated 9/6/2025
November - December 2026 (dates not updated)
Holiday Light Display @ Centennial Park
Centennial Park, Rock Falls, IL
Status: Updated 11/25/2025
November - December 2026 (dates not updated)
Holiday Treasures
McLean County Arts Center, Bloomington, IL
Status: Updated 11/4/2025
June - December 2026 (dates not updated)
Sculpture in the Park Exhibit
Mount Saint Mary Park, Saint Charles, IL
Status: Updated 5/1/2025
November 2026 - January 2027 (dates not updated)
Dickens Holiday Village in Downtown Antioch
Kringle's Christmas Village, Antioch, IL
Status: Updated 1/14/2025
December 2026 - January 2027 (dates not updated)
Chicago All Access New Years Eve (Nye) Bar Crawl
Downtown Chicago, Chicago, IL
Status: Updated 10/26/2025
January 2027 (dates not updated)
Bald Eagle Days
QCCA Expo Center, Rock Island, IL
Status: Updated 12/15/2025
