Taste of Polonia Festival
September 3 - 6, 2021
TOPchicago.org
(773) 313-3893
Copernicus Center - Chicago, IL
The yearly Labor Day festival at Copernicus Center offers 4 days of non-stop Live Music, food, and fun! The largest Polish Fest in the USA. Four (4) stages & over 30 bands: rock, pop, jazz, dance, polka, world, & more. Great Polish Food, Polish Beer, & fest food. Also: Kid's Zone, Rides, inside Casino & full bar, plus daily special events! $5 to $10 - kids 12 & under FREE. Proceeds benefit the non-profit work of the Copernicus Foundation
Deer Path Art Fair on the Square
September 5 - 6, 2021
(847) 234-3743
Market Square - Lake Forest, IL
The nationally top rated Deer Path Art Fair on the Square, is held at historic Lake Forest Market Square and Western Avenue. The juried fine arts show features 160 artists representing a wide variety of design mediums in a wide variety of price points. Artists are selected from across the country and are present to meet and discuss their work and technique with the art patrons. A wonderful show in a beautiful setting!
Art Spectacular at the Carillon
September 11 - 12, 2021
carillon-rees.org
(217) 306-1838
Washington Park - Beautiful Botanical Gardens - Springfield, IL
Juried fine art fair loved by artists and patrons for size, location, and quality of artwork. Ranked in Best 100 Art Fairs in the U.S. for 6 consecutive years, the ONLY art fair in Central Illinois with this distinction. Wonderful catering volunteers with show director on-site and attentive all weekend. Next to wealthy neighborhood of art-buying patrons. Capitol with higher-ed, medical and professionals.
Art Spectacular at the Carillon - Juried Fine Art Fair
September 12 - 13, 2020
carillon-rees.org
(217) 306-1838
Washington Park - Springfield, IL
#25P of Best Art Shows in the Country by Sunshine Artist Magazine! Artists selling original artwork & numbered series on the lawn of beautiful park setting - rain or shine. Art Spectacular is loved by art-buying community. Great artist amenities! Music provided by 67-bell carillon and invited local musicians. Free admission. Fundraiser for Rees Memorial Carillon. No pets - Only service animals allowed.
Grayslake Fall Festival of Arts & Crafts
October 3 - 4, 2020
stepbysteppromotions.com
(847) 301-8543
Lake County Fairgrounds - Grayslake, IL
A Handmade juried Fine Arts and Craft Show. We showcase 270 indoor booths of quality hand-crafted items by exhibitors from 7 states. You'll find oil paintings, water colors, portraits, photography, ceramics, furniture, painted windows, pottery, carved wood pieces, stained glass, metal art, gourds and various home decor items. A quality show!
Autumn on Parade
October 3 - 4, 2020
(815) 732-3465
Downtown Courthouse Lawn - Oregon, IL
Autumn on Parade showcases the beautiful town of Oregon, Illinois. This year we will be celebrating our 50th Anniversary. The craft show is set up on the historic Ogle County Courthouse lawn and surrounding areas. The parade features more than 100 entries and will take place on Sunday at 1 p.m.
A Holiday Happening
November 7 - 8, 2020
craftproductionsinc.com
(815) 878-2728
College of DuPage Gym - Glen Ellyn, IL
This show is in a nice facility with easy load-in. It is held in the newly remodeled athletic arena. 200 exhibitors all in one room with a strong and loyal customer base
Christmas in the Country
November 14 - 15, 2020
craftshowsinthecountry.com
(630) 677-2946
Sandwich High Schools, Sandwich Middle School,& Haskin Grade School - Sandwich, IL
Over 1500 visit this annual spring craft show at Sandwich High School, Middle School, & Lynn G Haskin Elementary schools to support the Sandwich Band Parents Association. Free school buses take visitors from each school, so park once and visit all of our locations. Every craft and art object is one-of-a-kind and handmade. The $5 one time entry fee can be paid at any school, find our coupon in the news paper and on our website or Facebook.
Native American Holiday Market
November 27 - 29, 2020
cahokiamounds.org
(618) 346-5160
Cahokia Mounds Interpretive Center - Collinsville, IL
Fall Indian Market. A variety of arts, crafts and Native American products. Some types of products available: Original Oil Paintings, Watercolor Paintings, Sterling Silver and Natural Stone Jewelry, Beadwork, Pottery. Free Admission. Free Parking. Award-winning film, every hour. Work is from various tribal affiliations from throughout the United States. An opportunity for unique holiday shopping! We also have a gift shop with unique item
Last Chance Craft & Art Show
December 12 - 13, 2020
craftproductionsinc.com
(815) 878-2728
College of DuPage Gym - Glen Ellyn, IL
This is the 9th year for the December show, and our 29th year running craft shows at this facility. All craft categories are limited, and all products must be handmade. This show is heavily advertised with an extremely loyal customer base. Easy load in and out.
Events in Palos Heights, IL — upcoming
September 2020 (dates not updated) 
Monarch Butterfly Festival
Lake Katherine Nature Center, Palos Heights, IL
Status: Updated 8/13/2019
This Illinois Festival will have fine art, fine craft and crafts exhibitors, and Local food booths. There will be 1 stage with Local talent and the hours will be Sun 11am-4:30pm. Admission tickets are $6. This event will also include: canoe rentals, butterfly costume parade for kids.
December 2020 (dates not updated)
Fall Holiday Bazaar
High School gym/cafe, Palos Heights, IL
Status: Updated 4/9/2019
This Illinois Craft Show will have fine art, fine craft and crafts exhibitors, and no food booths. Admission tickets are $2.
