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Illinois Festivals, Reenactment Events, Craft Shows, Holiday Celebrations 2024–2025.

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 704 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

April 20, 2024

(815) 954-1196
Lockport VFW - Lockport, IL

Craft and vendor show.

June 22 - 23, 2024

(847) 446-2870
Hubbard Woods Park - Winnetka, IL

The North Shore Art League is excited for our 11th annual juried fine art & fine craft fair on June 22 & 23, 2024. It will take 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, safely spaced booths, and free parking. Art in the Village is located in the community where the League began 100 years ago!  As a beloved community asset, the League has been an instrumental force in the creative arts throughout the Chicagoland.

July 13 - 14, 2024

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 10 - 11, 2024

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.

September 21 - 22, 2024

tallgrassarts.org

(708) 439-2424
Downtown - Park Forest, IL

Annual fine art fair. First-time artists must be juried. Second oldest juried fair in Chicagoland. Exceptionally artist-friendly. Breakfast and dinner for artists on Saturday and Sunday. Great dinner Saturday evening. Volunteers provide water, assistance and relief all day, both days. All media welcome including painting, photography, glass and wood, jewelry, etc. Fair is promoted in print and social media and on WBBM (WBBM is during drive time).

September 27 - 29, 2024

(773) 849-9913
St. Rosalie Parish - Harwood Heighst, IL

Oktoberfest 2024 in a truly European style under a big tent, stage with music, many attractions, lottery - prize: flight for 2 people to Munich for Oktoberfest, performances, original German food and beer. approximately 1,500 seats.

October 11 - 13, 2024

highlandartscouncil.org/art-in-the-park-art..

(618) 558-0054
Lindendale Park & Madison Co. Expo Hall - Highland, IL

Our small town fine art event has community support with presales of $7500 and an additional $8,000 in awards to artists in 9 categories, convenient drive-up loading and unloading, security, electric, WiFi, booth sitters, food & snacks, reduced hotel rates, postcards, and digital promotional ads to help you reach your audience. Our hospitality is top-notch. "Kids Kreations" and Art Gallery...Just for Kids. Art Demonstrations. Located just 30 miles from Downtown St. Louis, MO, it is the perfect weekend escape from city living.

October 26 - 27, 2024

(815) 370-7751
Lincoln-Way East High School - Frankfort, IL

Over 125 crafters, Door Prizes, Free Parking, and entry from the east and northwest lots.

November 2 - 3, 2024

craftproductionsinc.com

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

Named as one of the Top 20 classic & contemporary craft shows in the US by Sunshine Artist Magazine! A Holiday Happening is a festive tradition for local craft lovers. Held at College of DuPage in Glen Ellyn, IL since 1990, this is our longest running event. We're proud to showcase the work of talented artisans from across the Midwest - just in time for holiday gift-giving! Heavily advertised and well-attended, this is our biggest fall show. Glen Ellyn, IL is located in the Western suburbs, 25 miles West of Chicago, IL with easy access from I-355. The COD Athletic Arena offers modern facilities with abundant parking.

December 14 - 15, 2024

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.

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Fairs & Festivals in Illinois 2024–2025

June 8 - 11, 2024

Junkfest - June

Pickers Outlet Mall, Johnston City, IL

Status: Updated 3/21/2024

This Illinois Antiques Collectibles Show will have antique/collectibles, crafts and flea market exhibitors, and no food booths.
Andersonville Midsommarfest
June 2024 (dates not updated)

Andersonville Midsommarfest

Andersonville, Chicago, IL

Status: Updated 1/11/2023

This Illinois Festival will have commercial/retail, corp./information, crafts, fine art and fine craft exhibitors, and 20 food booths. There will be 4 stages with National, Regional and Local talent and the hours will be Fri 5pm-10pm, Sat 12pm-10pm, Sun 12pm-10pm.
Sunday Artist Market in the Garden - June
June 2024 (dates not updated)

Sunday Artist Market in the Garden - June

Blumen Gardens, Sycamore, IL

Status: Updated 4/27/2023

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 Sun 11am-2pm.
Art & Culture in the Park
June 2024 (dates not updated)

Art & Culture in the Park

The Village Green, Elk Grove Village, IL

Status: Updated 5/25/2023

This Illinois Craft Show will have crafts exhibitors and no food booths. There will be 1 stage with Local talent and the hours will be Sun 12pm-4pm.
Attack the PAC Tri
June 2024 (dates not updated)

Attack the PAC Tri

Jack A. Claes Pavilion, Elk Grove Village, IL

Status: Updated 5/25/2023

This Illinois Sports Event will have no exhibit booths and no food booths. There will be Roving Performers with Local talent and the hours will be Sun 6am-9:30am. Admission tickets are $25.
June 15, 2024

Belvidere Late-Nite Flea Market - June

Boone County Fairgrounds, Belvidere, IL

Status: Updated 2/1/2024

This Illinois Flea Market will have antique/collectibles and flea market exhibitors, and no food booths. Admission tickets are $5.
June 13 - 16, 2024

PrairieFest

PrairieFest Park, Oswego, IL

Status: Updated 3/6/2024

This Illinois Festival will have antique/collectibles, commercial/retail, corp./information, crafts, fine art and fine craft exhibitors, and 25 food booths. There will be 2 stages with National, Regional and Local talent and the hours will be Thu 4pm-11pm, Fri 9am-11pm, Sat 9am-11pm, Sun 9am-6pm. This event will also include: carnival, parade, car show, main stage music, family stage entertainment, petting zoo, 5k.
Windy City Dessert and Art Festival
June 2024 (dates not updated)

Windy City Dessert and Art Festival

Chicago Downtown (Federal Plaza), Chicago, IL

Status: Updated 4/27/2023

This Illinois Craft Show will have antique/collectibles, commercial/retail, corp./information, crafts, fine art, fine craft and homegrown products exhibitors, and 20 food booths. There will be 1 stage with Local talent and the hours will be Wed 8am-6pm, Thu closed, Fri 8am-6pm.
June 14 - 16, 2024

Ribfest Chicago

Northcenter Neighborhood, Chicago, IL

Status: Updated 2/28/2024

This Illinois Food Festival will have commercial/retail and corp./information exhibitors, and 25 food booths. There will be 2 stages with International, National, Regional and Local talent and the hours will be Fri 5pm-10pm, Sat 12pm-10pm, Sun 12pm-10pm. This event will also include: games, family activities, storytellers, theater, dance (for kids' square)
June 15 - 16, 2024

Gold Coast Art Fair

Butler Field, Grant Park, Chicago, IL

Status: Updated 12/6/2023

This Illinois Festival 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 All Days 10am-5pm. Admission tickets are $5 - $10.
Blues on the Fox
June 2024 (dates not updated)

Blues on the Fox

River Edge Park, Aurora, IL

Status: Updated 5/1/2023

This Illinois Blues Festival will have no exhibit booths and local food booths. There will be 1 stage with National, Regional and Local talent and the hours will be Fri 6pm-10pm, Sat 3pm-10pm. Admission tickets are $25 - $35.
Daisy Days Festival
June 2024 (dates not updated)

Daisy Days Festival

Downtown Clarendon hills, Clarendon Hills, IL

Status: Updated 6/9/2023

This Illinois Festival will have no exhibit booths and 2 food booths. There will be 1 stage with Local talent and the hours will be Fri 5pm-10pm, Sat 10am-9pm. This event will also include reptile show//games/rides/face painters/bands/ ch idol/beer/wine.
Countryside Village Outdoor Market
June 2024 (dates not updated)

Countryside Village Outdoor Market

Countryside Village Gifts, Braidwood, IL

Status: Updated 3/15/2023

This Illinois Fiber Arts Festival will have antique/collectibles, crafts, fine art, fine craft and homegrown products exhibitors, and 12 food booths. This event will also include: wine sampling, brew master, food trucks, live acoustical musician playing.
Summerfest - Orland Park Area
June 2024 (dates not updated)

Summerfest - Orland Park Area

Crescent Park, Orland Park, IL

Status: Updated 3/14/2023

This Illinois Music Festival will have crafts exhibitors and tba food booths. There will be 1 stage with Local talent and the hours will be Thu 4pm-11pm, Fri 2pm-11pm, Sat 2pm-11pm, Sun 2pm-11pm. This event will also include: carnival ride, market in the park, dj dance party, outdoor community expo, car show.
Old Settlers Days
June 2024 (dates not updated)

Old Settlers Days

Settler's Park, Rockton, IL

Status: Updated 3/23/2023

This Illinois Country Music Festival will have commercial/retail exhibitors and 12+ food booths. There will be 2 stages with National and Local talent and the hours will be Thu 4pm-10pm, Fri 4pm-11:30pm, Sat 1pm-11:30pm, Sun 2pm-9:30pm. Admission tickets are $6 - $80. This event will also include: parade, carnival, games, blood drive, 5k run-walk, fireworks.
Geneseo Music Festival
June 2024 (dates not updated)

Geneseo Music Festival

City Park, Geneseo, IL

Status: Updated 4/4/2023

This Illinois Music Festival will have antique/collectibles, commercial/retail, corp./information, crafts, fine art and fine craft exhibitors, and 10 food booths. There will be 1 stage with Regional and Local talent and the hours will be Fri eve, Sat 9am-6pm, Sun 10am-4pm. This event will also include: parade ice cream social, meals, pedal tractor pull, antique tractor show.
Taste of Randolph Street
June 2024 (dates not updated)

Taste of Randolph Street

West Loop, Chicago, IL

Status: Updated 1/11/2023

This Illinois Music Festival will have commercial/retail, corp./information and crafts exhibitors, and 20 food booths. There will be 2 stages with National, Regional and Local talent and the hours will be Fri 5pm-10pm, Sat 12pm-10pm, Sun 12pm-10pm.
June 22, 2024

Corkless in Galena

Depot Park, Galena, IL

Status: Updated 3/29/2023

This Illinois Wine-Beer Event will have fine art exhibitors and local Only food booths. There will be 1 stage with Regional and Local talent and the hours will be Sat 12pm-6pm. Admission tickets are $20.
June 19 - 23, 2024

Swedish Days - Geneva, IL

Downtown, Geneva, IL

Status: Updated 11/3/2023

This Illinois Festival will have no exhibit booths and 25 food booths. There will be 1 stage with Regional and Local talent and the hours will be Wed 11am-9pm, Thu 11am-9pm, Fri 11am-9pm, Sat 11am-6pm, Sun 11am-6pm. This event will also include: parade, special events, music competition, kids' area.
June 19 - 23, 2024

Western Illinois Fair

Western Illinois Fairgrounds, Griggsville, IL

Status: Updated 9/20/2023

This Illinois State Fair will have antique/collectibles, commercial/retail, corp./information, crafts, fine art and fine craft exhibitors, and 12 food booths. Admission tickets are $8 - $20. This event will also include: school bus and car demolition derbies, tractor & truck pull, queen pageant, 4-h exhibits.
June 21 - 23, 2024

Midsummer Arts Faire

Washington Park, Quincy, IL

Status: Updated 12/13/2023

This Illinois Art Show will have crafts, fine art and fine craft exhibitors, and no food booths. There will be 1 stage with Regional and Local talent and the hours will be All Days 5:30pm-9:30pm. This event will also include: professional dancers, fine art demonstrators, hands on art activities.
June 22 - 23, 2024

Chicago Pride Fest

Downtown, Chicago, IL

Status: Updated 2/28/2024

This Illinois Festival will have crafts, fine art and fine craft exhibitors, and 15 food booths. There will be 2 stages with National, Regional and Local talent and the hours will be Sat 11am-10pm, Sun 11am-10pm. Admission tickets are $10.
Movie in the Park - Puss in Boots 2
June 2024 (dates not updated)

Movie in the Park - Puss in Boots 2

Pavilion Fields, Elk Grove Village, IL

Status: Updated 5/25/2023

This Illinois Film Festival will have no exhibit booths and no food booths. There will be 1 stage with Local talent and the hours will be Fri 8pm-9:30pm.
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