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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.

Featured Events

December 6 - 7, 2025

lhs210.net

(312) 339-2839
Lemont High School - Lemont, IL

Lemont High School Athletic Boosters is proud to host our 3rd annual craft show. Over 220 booths that feature homemade crafts, woodworking, fashion, holiday decor, unique jewelry, kid and pet items, baked goods, personalized items and so much more! Concessions will be available. Parking garage onsite. $5 admissions. Children under 12 free.

December 13 - 14, 2025

craftproductionsinc.com

(815) 878-2728
College of DuPage Athletic Arena - Glen Ellyn, IL

Named as one of the Top 50 classic & contemporary craft shows in the US by Sunshine Artist Magazine! Want to fit one more show into your holiday schedule? Join us at Last Chance, and get a final opportunity to move your holiday inventory. Our last show of the year, it serves as a 'last chance' for craft lovers to buy handmade for Christmas. 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.

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.

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 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

Rosewood Farm Spring Artisan Market
May 2026 (dates not updated)

Rosewood Farm Spring Artisan Market

Rosewood Farm, Sugar Grove, IL

Status: Updated 4/22/2025

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.
Spring Arts & Crafts Fair
May 2026 (dates not updated)

Spring Arts & Crafts Fair

Wild Onion Brewery and Banquets, Lake Barrington, IL

Status: Updated 12/5/2024

This Illinois Craft Show will have crafts, fine art, fine craft and homegrown products exhibitors, and no food booths.
Lilac Times Arts & Crafts Fair
May 2026 (dates not updated)

Lilac Times Arts & Crafts Fair

Downtown Lombard, Lombard, IL

Status: Updated 2/20/2025

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.
Rootabaga Jazz Festival
May 2026 (dates not updated)

Rootabaga Jazz Festival

Knox College, Galesburg, IL

Status: Updated 3/21/2025

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 6pm-10pm; Thu 7pm-10pm; Fri 6pm-9pm; Sat 10am-9pm. Admission tickets are $1 - $30.
May 9 - 10, 2026

Grayslake Antique & Vintage Market - May

Lake County Fairgrounds, Grayslake, IL

Status: Updated 11/11/2025

This Illinois Antiques Collectibles Show will have antique/collectibles, fine art, fine craft and flea market exhibitors, and no food booths. Admission tickets are $9 - $25.
Spring Market Faire
May 2026 (dates not updated)

Spring Market Faire

Prairie View Community Center, Morton Grove, IL

Status: Updated 4/18/2025

This Illinois Craft Show will have antique/collectibles, corp./information, crafts, fine art, fine craft and homegrown products exhibitors, and 2 food booths. There will be 1 stage with Local talent and the hours will be Sat 9am-2pm. This event will also include: free prize raffles, free photo booth.
Hometown Plant and Craft Sale
May 2026 (dates not updated)

Hometown Plant and Craft Sale

Rolling Meadows Park Central Building OUTSIDE, Rolling Meadows, IL

Status: Updated 1/18/2025

This Illinois Home and Garden Show will have crafts, fine art, fine craft and homegrown products exhibitors, and no food booths.
Mommy & Me Mother's Day Event & Market
May 2026 (dates not updated)

Mommy & Me Mother's Day Event & Market

Hawthorn Rown, Vernon Hills, IL

Status: Updated 2/12/2025

This Illinois Family & Kids Festival will have crafts, fine art, fine craft and homegrown products exhibitors, and 10 food booths.
Market Days - May
May 2026 (dates not updated)

Market Days - May

The Commons, Mount Vernon, IL

Status: Updated 1/7/2025

This Illinois Marketplace Expo will have antique/collectibles, commercial/retail, crafts, fine art, fine craft, flea market and homegrown products exhibitors, and no food booths.
Taft Spring Craft Fair
May 2026 (dates not updated)

Taft Spring Craft Fair

Taft Grade School, Lockport, IL

Status: Updated 2/6/2025

This Illinois Craft Show will have commercial/retail and crafts exhibitors, and 1 food booth.
Kite Festival
May 2026 (dates not updated)

Kite Festival

Heritage Park, Homer Glen, IL

Status: Updated 3/20/2025

This Illinois Festival will have no exhibit booths and 3 food booths.
Rosemont International Gem and Jewelry Show
May 2026 (dates not updated)

Rosemont International Gem and Jewelry Show

Donald Stephens Convention Center, Rosemont, IL

Status: Updated 2/23/2025

This Illinois Gem-Jewelry-Bead Show will have commercial/retail exhibitors and no food booths. Admission tickets are $6 - $8.
Northbrook Art in the Park
May 2026 (dates not updated)

Northbrook Art in the Park

Northbrook Park District - Village Green, Northbrook, IL

Status: Updated 2/24/2025

This Illinois Craft Show will have crafts, fine art and fine craft exhibitors, and 3 food booths. There will be 1 stage with Local talent and the hours will be .
Saint Dismas Church Rummage and Bake Sale
May 2026 (dates not updated)

Saint Dismas Church Rummage and Bake Sale

Saint Dismas Church, Waukegan, IL

Status: Updated 3/31/2025

This Illinois Flea Market will have commercial/retail, crafts and flea market exhibitors, and no food booths.
May 15 - 17, 2026

Art on the Square

Public Square, Belleville, IL

Status: Updated 10/8/2025

This Illinois Art Show will have fine art and fine craft exhibitors, and local food booths. There will be 2 stages with International, National, Regional and Local talent and the hours will be Fri 4pm-9pm; Sat 10am-8pm; Sun 11am-5pm. This event will also include kids' hands-on activities.
Blooming Fest
May 2026 (dates not updated)

Blooming Fest

Downtown West Chicago, West Chicago, IL

Status: Updated 3/11/2025

This Illinois Festival will have crafts, fine art, fine craft and homegrown products exhibitors, and 10 food booths. This event will also include: garden club plant sale, music, entertainment, children's activities, auto exhibit.
Chocolate Fest
May 2026 (dates not updated)

Chocolate Fest

Long Grove Historic Village, Long Grove, IL

Status: Updated 1/15/2025

This Illinois Specialty-Theme Event will have commercial/retail, corp./information, crafts, fine art and fine craft exhibitors, and tba food booths. There will be 3 stages with Regional talent and the hours will be Fri 12pm-11pm; Sat 10am-11pm; Sun 10am-6pm. Admission tickets are $5 - $10. This event will also include children's activities.
Chicago Mayfest
May 2026 (dates not updated)

Chicago Mayfest

1000 W. Armitage Ave, Chicago, IL

Status: Updated 3/25/2025

This Illinois Festival will have antique/collectibles, commercial/retail, corp./information, crafts, film, fine art, fine craft and homegrown products exhibitors, and 4 food booths. There will be 1 stage with National, Regional and Local talent and the hours will be Fri 4pm-10pm; Sat-Sun 12pm-10pm. Admission tickets are $10. This event will also include: chicago dog expo & pet parade, kids day america, and the hometown heroes.
Skokie Festival of Cultures
May 2026 (dates not updated)

Skokie Festival of Cultures

Oakton Park, Skokie, IL

Status: Updated 3/25/2025

This Illinois Festival will have antique/collectibles, crafts, fine art and fine craft exhibitors, and 10 food booths. There will be 2 stages with Regional and Local talent and the hours will be .
Springfield Old Capitol Art Fair
May 2026 (dates not updated)

Springfield Old Capitol Art Fair

Old State Capitol Plaza, Springfield, IL

Status: Updated 10/30/2024

This Illinois Art Show will have fine art exhibitors and 8 food booths. There will be 1 stage with National, Regional and Local talent and the hours will be Sat 10am-5pm; Sun 10am-4pm. This event will also include children's tent; community mural project.
Renegade Craft Fair - Chicago
May 2026 (dates not updated)

Renegade Craft Fair - Chicago

Andersonville, Chicago, IL

Status: Updated 1/17/2025

This Illinois Indie Show will have crafts exhibitors and no food booths.
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

This Illinois Craft Show will have crafts, fine art and fine craft exhibitors, and no food booths.
Fraim & Mortar Maker Market - May
May 2026 (dates not updated)

Fraim & Mortar Maker Market - May

Fraim & Mortar, Rockford, IL

Status: Updated 2/11/2025

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

Rhubarb Festival

Small Memorial Park, Kankakee, IL

Status: Updated 5/13/2025

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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