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!
April 25 - 26, 2026
Lake County Spring Home Show
Lake County Fairgrounds, Grayslake, IL
Status: Updated 12/30/2025
April 25 - 26, 2026
Saint Louis Antique Festival
Belle Clair Fairgrounds, Belleville, IL
Status: Updated 10/22/2025
April 2026 (dates not updated)
Livengood's Spring Backroads Barn Sale
Carrol County Fairgrounds, Milledgeville, IL
Status: Updated 2/4/2025
April 2026 (dates not updated)
Earth Day Expo at Hawthorn Row
Hawthorn Row, Vernon Hills, IL
Status: Updated 2/12/2025
April 2026 (dates not updated)
Spring Craft & Vendor Show
Cary Park District Community Center, Cary, IL
Status: Updated 2/4/2025
April 2026 (dates not updated)
Pet-A-Palooza - a Celebration of Pets
Woodstock Spiritual Center of Woodstock, Woodstock, IL
Status: Updated 2/21/2025
April 2026 (dates not updated)
Geneva French Market - April
Metra Train Station Parking Lot, Geneva, IL
Status: Updated 1/22/2025
May 2026 (dates not updated)
Friday's Food & Art - May
The Commons, Mount Vernon, IL
Status: Updated 1/8/2025
May 2, 2026
Spring Gas Up & Swap Meet
23946 State Highway 3, Dow, IL
Status: Updated 11/11/2025
May 2, 2026
Finders Spring Market
Progress City USA, Decatur, IL
Status: Updated 11/20/2025
May 2, 2026
Lebanon May Market
Downtown, Lebanon, IL
Status: Updated 11/21/2025
May 2026 (dates not updated)
Dutch Days Festival
Downtown Fulton Business District, Fulton, IL
Status: Updated 4/10/2024
May 2026 (dates not updated)
Spring Artisan Marketplace
Arts in Bartlett, Bartlett, IL
Status: Updated 1/9/2025
May 2026 (dates not updated)
Red Carpet Corridor Festival Craft & Flea Market
Downtown Wilmington, Wilmington, IL
Status: Updated 3/26/2025
May 2026 (dates not updated)
Spring Naperville Food Truck Festival
Naper Settlement, Naperville, IL
Status: Updated 2/6/2025
May 2026 (dates not updated)
The Melting Pot Market - May
Civic Park, Granite City, IL
Status: Updated 3/17/2025
May 3, 2026
Lilac Times Arts & Crafts Fair
Downtown Lombard, Lombard, IL
Status: Updated 1/13/2026
May 2026 (dates not updated)
Cortland Craft & Vendor Show
Cortland Lion's Club, Cortland, IL
Status: Updated 2/15/2024
May 2026 (dates not updated)
Kane County Flea Market - May
Kane County Fairgrounds, Saint Charles, IL
Status: Updated 2/7/2025
May 2026 (dates not updated)
Deer Park Art Show
Deer Park Town Center, Deer Park, IL
Status: Updated 11/14/2024
May 2026 (dates not updated)
Art in Wilder Park
Wilder Park, Elmhurst, IL
Status: Updated 3/18/2025
May 2026 (dates not updated)
Rosewood Farm Spring Artisan Market
Rosewood Farm, Sugar Grove, IL
Status: Updated 4/22/2025
May 2026 (dates not updated)
Spring Arts & Crafts Fair
Wild Onion Brewery and Banquets, Lake Barrington, IL
Status: Updated 12/5/2024
