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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.

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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.

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.

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.

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Fairs & Festivals in Illinois 2026–2027

Sunday Artist and Maker Market - May
May 2026 (dates not updated)

Sunday Artist and Maker Market - May

Blumen Gardens, Sycamore, IL

Status: Updated 5/8/2025

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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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Fraim & Mortar Maker Market - May
May 2026 (dates not updated)

Fraim & Mortar Maker Market - May

Fraim & Mortar, Rockford, IL

Status: Updated 2/11/2025

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This Illinois Craft Show will have antique/collectibles, commercial/retail, crafts, fine art, fine craft and homegrown products exhibitors, and 5 food booths.
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Rhubarb Festival
May 2026 (dates not updated)

Rhubarb Festival

Small Memorial Park, Kankakee, IL

Status: Updated 5/13/2025

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This Illinois Festival will have antique/collectibles, commercial/retail, corp./information, crafts, fine art, fine craft and homegrown products exhibitors, and 10 food booths. There will be 1 stage with Local talent and the hours will be Sun 10am-4pm. This event will also include: dime toss, kids zone, museum tours, pie eating contest, rhubarb pies and jams for sale.
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Third Sunday Market - May
May 2026 (dates not updated)

Third Sunday Market - May

Interstate Center, Bloomington, IL

Status: Updated 2/20/2025

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This Illinois Antiques Collectibles Show will have antique/collectibles, crafts, flea market and homegrown products exhibitors, and no food booths. Admission tickets are $6.
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Summer Camp Music Festival
May 22 - 24, 2026

Summer Camp Music Festival

Three Sisters Park, Chillicothe, IL

Status: Updated 3/31/2025

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This Illinois Music Festival will have crafts, fine art and fine craft exhibitors, and tba food booths. There will be 7 stages with National, Regional and Local talent and the hours will be Fri-Sun 8am-4am. Admission tickets are $75 - $400. This event will also include: kids' camp, nonprofit & permaculture workshops, live art, carnival rides.
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McHs Spring Festival
May 23 - 24, 2026

McHs Spring Festival

Macoupin County Historical Society, Carlinville, IL

Status: Updated 11/12/2025

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This Illinois Reenactment Event will have antique/collectibles, commercial/retail, crafts, flea market and homegrown products exhibitors, and no food booths. There will be 1 stage with Regional talent and the hours will be Sat-Sun 9am-4pm. This event will also include: pony rides, antique tractor parade.
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Barrington Art Festival
May 23 - 24, 2026

Barrington Art Festival

Cook and Station Streets, Barrington, IL

Status: Updated 12/3/2025

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This Illinois Art Show will have crafts, fine art and fine craft exhibitors, and no food booths. There will be 1 stage with Local talent and the hours will be . This event will also include kid's art activities.
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Justice Park District Craft & Vendor Show
May 2026 (dates not updated)

Justice Park District Craft & Vendor Show

Justice Park District, Justice, IL

Status: Updated 3/25/2025

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This Illinois Craft Show will have antique/collectibles, crafts, film, fine art, fine craft and homegrown products exhibitors, and tba food booths.
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Geneva French Market - May
May 2026 (dates not updated)

Geneva French Market - May

Geneva Metra Train Station Parking Lot, Geneva, IL

Status: Updated 3/4/2025

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This Illinois Farmers Market will have commercial/retail, corp./information, crafts and homegrown products exhibitors, and tba food booths.
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Glen Ellyn Farmer's Market - May
May 2026 (dates not updated)

Glen Ellyn Farmer's Market - May

Metra Parking Lot, Glen Ellyn, IL

Status: Updated 3/4/2025

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This Illinois Farmers Market will have commercial/retail, corp./information, crafts and homegrown products exhibitors, and tba food booths.
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Streator Park Fest
May 2026 (dates not updated)

Streator Park Fest

Streator City Park, Streator, IL

Status: Updated 2/3/2025

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This Illinois Festival will have antique/collectibles, commercial/retail, corp./information, crafts, flea market and homegrown products exhibitors, and 10 food booths. There will be 1 stage with National and Local talent and the hours will be Fri 5pm-10pm; Sat 10am-10pm; Sun 10am-6pm. This event will also include: entertainment on stage, magic show, saftey demonstrations.
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Belmont-Sheffield Music Festival
May 2026 (dates not updated)

Belmont-Sheffield Music Festival

Sheffield and Belmont Streets, Chicago, IL

Status: Updated 3/25/2025

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This Illinois Festival will have commercial/retail, corp./information, crafts, fine art and fine craft exhibitors, and local food booths. There will be 1 stage with National, Regional and Local talent and the hours will be Fri 5pm-10pm; Sat-Sun 11am-10pm.
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Saint Charles Fine Art Show
May 2026 (dates not updated)

Saint Charles Fine Art Show

Downtown along Fox River, Saint Charles, IL

Status: Updated 1/22/2025

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This Illinois Art Show will have fine art exhibitors and no food booths. There will be 1 stage with Local talent and the hours will be Sat 10am-6pm; Sun 10am-5pm. This event will also include paint the pavement - a chalk festival.
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Prairie Arts Festival
May 2026 (dates not updated)

Prairie Arts Festival

Robert Atcher Municipal Center Grounds, Schaumburg, IL

Status: Updated 12/16/2024

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This Illinois Art Show will have fine art and fine craft exhibitors, and 10 food booths. There will be 3 stages with Regional and Local talent and the hours will be Sat-Sun 10am-5pm. This event will also include children's craft activities.
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Randolph Street Market - May
May 2026 (dates not updated)

Randolph Street Market - May

1341 W Randolph St, Chicago, IL

Status: Updated 4/2/2025

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This Illinois Antiques Collectibles Show will have antique/collectibles, fine art and fine craft exhibitors, and 20 food booths. There will be Roving Performers with Local talent and the hours will be . Admission tickets are $5 - $25.
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Western Springs French Market - May
May 2026 (dates not updated)

Western Springs French Market - May

Historic Water Tower, Western Springs, IL

Status: Updated 3/4/2025

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This Illinois Farmers Market will have commercial/retail, corp./information, crafts and homegrown products exhibitors, and tba food booths.
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Quincy Farmers Market - May
May 2026 (dates not updated)

Quincy Farmers Market - May

Washington Park, Quincy, IL

Status: Updated 3/20/2025

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This Illinois Farmers Market will have crafts and homegrown products exhibitors, and tba food booths.
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Wheaton French Market - May
May 2026 (dates not updated)

Wheaton French Market - May

Wheaton Municipal Parking Lot #3, Wheaton, IL

Status: Updated 3/4/2025

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This Illinois Farmers Market will have commercial/retail, corp./information, crafts and homegrown products exhibitors, and tba food booths.
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Nettlehorst French Market - May
May 2026 (dates not updated)

Nettlehorst French Market - May

Nettelhorst School, Chicago, IL

Status: Updated 3/4/2025

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This Illinois Farmers Market will have commercial/retail, corp./information, crafts and homegrown products exhibitors, and tba food booths.
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Grayslake Spring Season - May
May 2026 (dates not updated)

Grayslake Spring Season - May

Centennial Plaza, Grayslake, IL

Status: Updated 2/20/2025

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This Illinois Farmers Market will have crafts and homegrown products exhibitors, and tba food booths. There will be 1 stage with Local talent and the hours will be .
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Downtown Bloomington Farmer's Market - May
May 2026 (dates not updated)

Downtown Bloomington Farmer's Market - May

Downtown Bloomington Square, Bloomington, IL

Status: Updated 1/24/2025

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This Illinois Farmers Market will have fine art and homegrown products exhibitors, and no food booths. There will be 1 stage with Local talent and the hours will be . This event will also include: kids' activities, gardening demonstrations.
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Pheasant Hollow Cajun Festival
May 2026 (dates not updated)

Pheasant Hollow Cajun Festival

Pheasant Hollow Winery Gazebo, Whittington, IL

Status: Updated 4/22/2025

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This Illinois Cajun-Zydeco Music Festival will have no exhibit booths and local food booths. There will be 1 stage with National and Regional talent and the hours will be Fri 6pm-10pm; Sat 2pm-9:30pm. Admission tickets are $15.
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What's Blooming on Harrison
May 2026 (dates not updated)

What's Blooming on Harrison

Arts District, Oak Park, IL

Status: Updated 1/26/2025

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This Illinois Craft Show will have commercial/retail, corp./information, crafts, fine craft and homegrown products exhibitors, and 6 food booths. There will be 1 stage with Regional and Local talent and the hours will be Sat 11am-7pm. This event will also include: children's carnival, craft demonstrations, hands-on workshops.
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Good Neighbor Days Festival
May - June 2026 (dates not updated)

Good Neighbor Days Festival

John Bearce Companies Property, Washington, IL

Status: Updated 4/22/2025

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This Illinois Festival will have commercial/retail, corp./information, crafts, fine art and fine craft exhibitors, and tba food booths. There will be 1 stage with Regional and Local talent and the hours will be Wed-Thu 5pm-10pm; Fri 4pm-11pm; Sat 10am-11pm; Sun 12pm-5pm. This event will also include: carnival, 5k run, family bike ride, car show.
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