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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

March 23 - 24, 2024

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.

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. Applications on website. 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

Romeoville Home Show
March 2024 (dates not updated)

Romeoville Home Show

Romeoville Athletic and Events Center, Romeoville, IL

Status: Updated 10/9/2022

This Illinois Home and Garden Show will have commercial/retail exhibitors and no food booths. This event will also include: cooking demos, seminars.
March 23, 2024

Spring Bazaar & Bake Sale

St Barbara Parish Center, Brookfield, IL

Status: Updated 3/9/2024

This Illinois Craft Show will have crafts exhibitors and 1 food booth.
March 22 - 24, 2024

Flower and Garden Show

QCCA Expo Center, Rock Island, IL

Status: Updated 12/5/2023

This Illinois Home and Garden Show will have commercial/retail, corp./information and crafts exhibitors, and no food booths. Admission tickets are $6 - $8.
March 22 - 24, 2024

Forever Vintage Market - Spring Belle Clair

Belle-Clair Fairgrounds, Belleville, IL

Status: Updated 2/5/2024

This Illinois Vintage will have antique/collectibles and crafts exhibitors, and no food booths. Admission tickets are $5 - $10.
March 23 - 24, 2024

Oak Lawn Home Show

Oak Lawn Pavilion, Oak Lawn, IL

Status: Updated 3/3/2024

This Illinois Home and Garden Show will have antique/collectibles, commercial/retail, corp./information, crafts, fine art, fine craft and homegrown products exhibitors, and 2 food booths.
March 23 - 24, 2024

Maple Syrup Festival

Touch of Nature Environmental Center, Makanda, IL

Status: Updated 1/16/2024

This Illinois Specialty-Theme Event will have commercial/retail, corp./information and crafts exhibitors, and tba food booths. There will be 1 stage with Regional and Local talent and the hours will be Sat 9am-3pm, Sun 9am-3pm. This event will also include: maple syrup demonstrations, interpretive hikes, lumberjack demonstrations.
Ladies Pamper Night EXPO
March 2024 (dates not updated)

Ladies Pamper Night EXPO

Holiday Inn, Carol Stream, IL

Status: Updated 12/20/2022

This Illinois Trade Show will have antique/collectibles, commercial/retail, corp./information, crafts, fine art, fine craft and flea market exhibitors, and no food booths. This event will also include: spa services, raffles, comedy show, shopping, massages, facials, yoga & much more.
Downtown Plainfield Spring Artisan Market
April 2024 (dates not updated)

Downtown Plainfield Spring Artisan Market

Sanctuary Events, Plainfield, IL

Status: Updated 1/30/2023

This Illinois Craft Show will have commercial/retail and crafts exhibitors, and 4 food booths. Admission tickets are $1.
Tinley Park Brew and Vine
April 2024 (dates not updated)

Tinley Park Brew and Vine

Tinley Park Convention Center, Tinley Park, IL

Status: Updated 3/10/2023

This Illinois Wine-Beer Event will have no exhibit booths and tba food booths. There will be 1 stage with Regional and Local talent and the hours will be Sat 4pm-10pm. Admission tickets are $15 - $65.
Schaumburg Spring Home and Garden Expo
April 2024 (dates not updated)

Schaumburg Spring Home and Garden Expo

Schaumburg Renaissance Hotel, Schaumburg, IL

Status: Updated 10/12/2022

This Illinois Home and Garden Show will have antique/collectibles, commercial/retail, corp./information, film and flea market exhibitors, and 10 food booths.
Home & Garden Showcase
April 2024 (dates not updated)

Home & Garden Showcase

Forest Hills Lodge, Loves Park, IL

Status: Updated 12/5/2022

This Illinois Home and Garden Show will have corp./information exhibitors and no food booths.
April 4 - 6, 2024

Chicago Spring Showcase of Miniatures

Wyndam Garden Hotel, Schaumburg, IL

Status: Updated 1/14/2024

This Illinois Antiques Collectibles Show will have antique/collectibles, crafts and fine craft exhibitors, and no food booths. Admission tickets are $8 - $10. This event will also include classes and workshops.
April 6, 2024

Orchard Place Craft & Vendor Fair

Orchard Place Elementary School, Des Plaines, IL

Status: Updated 1/25/2024

This Illinois Craft Show will have commercial/retail, crafts and fine craft exhibitors, and no food booths. Admission tickets are $2. This event will also include: hot dogs, chips, snacks & water will be sold by school staff.
April 6, 2024

John J Lukancic's Spring Fling and Mother's Day Fair

John J Lukancic Middle School, Romeoville, IL

Status: Updated 1/30/2024

This Illinois Craft Show will have antique/collectibles, commercial/retail, crafts, fine art and fine craft exhibitors, and no food booths. This event will also include: school band concert, photographer, concessions.
April 6, 2024

Stephenson County Fiber Art Fair

Jane Addams Community Center, Cedarville, IL

Status: Updated 1/4/2024

This Illinois Traditional Craft-Folk Event will have crafts, fine art, fine craft and homegrown products exhibitors, and 1 food booth. Admission tickets are $3.
April 6, 2024

Spring Arts & Craft Fair

Recreation Center, Tinley Park, IL

Status: Updated 12/31/2023

This Illinois Craft Show will have crafts, fine art and fine craft exhibitors, and no food booths.
April 5 - 7, 2024

Grayslake Festival of Arts and Crafts - April

Lake County Fairgrounds, Grayslake, IL

Status: Updated 11/30/2023

This Illinois Art Show will have crafts, fine art and fine craft exhibitors, and no food booths. Admission tickets are $5. This event will also include overhead music piped in.
April 6 - 7, 2024

Kane County Flea Market - April

Kane County Fairgrounds, Saint Charles, IL

Status: Updated 2/25/2024

This Illinois Flea Market will have antique/collectibles, crafts and flea market exhibitors, and no food booths. Admission tickets are $6.
April 13, 2024

Veggie Fest, Plant/Seed SWAP & Tribe Garage SALE

Kriya Vedanta Gurukulam - Temple Of Harmony Monastery, Joliet, IL

Status: Updated 3/16/2024

This Illinois Farmers Market will have antique/collectibles, crafts, film, fine art, fine craft, flea market and homegrown products exhibitors, and 5 food booths. This event will also include: veggie fest, plant/seed swap & tribe garage sale.
April 12 - 14, 2024

Boneyard Arts Festival

Various venues, Champaign, IL

Status: Updated 1/8/2024

This Illinois Art Show will have crafts, fine art and fine craft exhibitors, and no food booths. There will be Roving Performers with Regional and Local talent and the hours will be Fri 12pm-9pm, Sat 4pm-2am, Sun 9am-2am.
April 13 - 14, 2024

Gem and Mineral Show

Pavilion of the City of Marion, Marion, IL

Status: Updated 1/22/2024

This Illinois Gem-Jewelry-Bead Show will have antique/collectibles, commercial/retail and crafts exhibitors, and no food booths. Admission tickets are $2.
April 13 - 14, 2024

Grayslake Antique Flea Market - April

Lake County Fairgrounds, Grayslake, IL

Status: Updated 11/6/2023

This Illinois Antiques Collectibles Show will have antique/collectibles, fine art, fine craft and flea market exhibitors, and no food booths. Admission tickets are $8 - $25.
April 18 - 20, 2024

Spring Fest

Doudna Fine Arts Center Campus, Charleston, IL

Status: Updated 7/11/2023

This Illinois Festival will have fine art and fine craft exhibitors, and 8 food booths. There will be 1 stage with Regional talent and the hours will be Thu 12pm-8pm, Fri 10am-8pm, Sat 10am-8pm. This event will also include: folk arts, demonstrations, children's activities.
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