Illinois Festivals, Art Shows in Illinois, Music Festivals, Craft FairsIllinois Cities and TownsAlgonquin, Barrington, Belleville, Bloomington, Bourbonnais, Byron, Carlinville, Champaign, Charleston, Chicago, Chillicothe, Clarendon Hills, Decatur, Dekalb, Dixon, Dwight, Elgin, Frankfort, Freeport, Fulton, Geneva, Glen Ellyn, Glenview, Grayslake, Kankakee, Lebanon, Lombard, Long Grove, Malta, Millstadt, Montgomery, Morris, Mount Vernon, Naperville, Normal, Olney, Oswego, Ottawa, Pekin, Quincy, Riverside, Rock Falls, Rock Island, Rockford, Roselle, Saint Charles, Schaumburg, Springfield, Streator, Tinley Park, Warrenville, Washington, Wheaton, Whittington, WilmingtonEvents in Illinois in the next 3 months
April 11, 2026Tinley Park Brew and VineOdyssey Tinley Park, Tinley Park, IL Status: Updated 3/10/2026
There will be 1 stage with Regional and Local talent. The entertainment will be .
A Wine-Beer Event organized by Tinley Park Chamber of Commerce.
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.
April 10 - 12, 2026Boneyard Arts FestivalVarious venues, Champaign, IL Status: Updated 1/29/2026
There will be Roving Performers with Regional and Local talent. The entertainment will be .
An Art Show organized by 40 North / 88 West.
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 11 - 25, 2026Grayslake Spring Season - AprilHistoric Downtown, Grayslake, IL Status: Updated 3/19/2026
There will be 1 stage with Local talent. The entertainment will be Ethnic, and there will be other activities like balloons.
A Farmers Market organized by Grayslake Farmers Market.
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 . This event will also include balloons.
April 23 - 25, 2026Spring FestDoudna Fine Arts Center Campus, Charleston, IL Status: Updated 3/2/2026
There will be 1 stage with Regional talent. The entertainment will be Alternative, Americana, Bluegrass, Blues, Children's, Comedy, Dance Troupe, Ragtime, Rap/Hip-hop, R & B/Soul, Spoken Word, Swing and Variety, and there will be other activities like folk arts, demonstrations, children's activities.
A Festival organized by Eastern Illinois University.
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-Sat 10am-8pm. This event will also include: folk arts, demonstrations, children's activities.
April 25, 2026BockfestMain St Roselle and Pollyana Brewery, Roselle, IL Status: Updated 4/1/2026
There will be 1 stage with Local talent. The entertainment will be Ethnic, Folk and Rock.
A Festival organized by Roselle Sister Cities Association German Committee.
This Illinois Festival will have no exhibit booths and 3 food booths. There will be 1 stage with Local talent and the hours will be Sat 12pm-10pm.
April 24 - 26, 2026One of a Kind Spring Show and Sale ChicagoThe Merchandise Mart, Chicago, IL Status: Updated 6/5/2025
There will be 1 stage with Local talent. The entertainment will be Alternative, Blues, Children's, Folk and Jazz.
An Art Show organized by Merchandise Mart Properties, Inc..
This Illinois Art Show will have fine art and fine craft exhibitors, and no food booths. There will be 1 stage with Local talent and the hours will be Fri-Sat 10am-7pm; Sun 10am-5pm. Admission tickets are $12 - $80.
May 1, 2026Friday's Food & Art - MayThe Commons, Mount Vernon, IL Status: Updated 3/21/2026
There will be 1 stage with Local talent. The entertainment will be Variety, and there will be other activities like food, art, entertainment.
A Marketplace Expo organized by Mount Vernon Festivals, Inc..
This Illinois Marketplace Expo will have antique/collectibles, commercial/retail, crafts, fine craft and flea market exhibitors, and 2 food booths. There will be 1 stage with Local talent and the hours will be Fri 5pm-8pm. This event will also include: food, art, entertainment.
May 1 - 2, 2026Dutch Days FestivalDowntown Fulton Business District, Fulton, IL Status: Updated 3/17/2026
There will be 1 stage with Local talent. The entertainment will be Folk, and there will be other activities like parade, contests, demonstrations, presentations, windmill tours, kid games, heritage canyo.
A Festival organized by Fulton Dutch Days Festival.
This Illinois Festival will have antique/collectibles, crafts, fine art and fine craft exhibitors, and 20 food booths. There will be 1 stage with Local talent and the hours will be Fri 12pm-9pm; Sat 9am-4pm. This event will also include: parade, contests, demonstrations, presentations, windmill tours, kid games, heritage canyo.
May 2, 2026Red Carpet Corridor Festival Craft & Flea MarketDowntown Wilmington, Wilmington, IL Status: Updated 3/29/2026
There will be 1 stage with Local talent. The entertainment will be Rock and Tribute Band.
A Festival organized by Wilmington IL Chamber of Commerce.
This Illinois Festival will have antique/collectibles, commercial/retail, corp./information, crafts, film, fine art, fine craft, flea market and homegrown products exhibitors, and 3 food booths. There will be 1 stage with Local talent and the hours will be Sat 9am-4pm.
May 2, 2026Finders Spring MarketProgress City USA, Decatur, IL Status: Updated 11/20/2025
There will be 1 stage with Local talent. The entertainment will be Variety.
A Vintage organized by Finders Market.
This Illinois Vintage will have antique/collectibles, crafts, fine art, fine craft, flea market and homegrown products exhibitors, and 5 food booths. There will be 1 stage with Local talent and the hours will be Sat 9am-3pm. Admission tickets are $5.
May 2, 2026Lebanon May MarketDowntown, Lebanon, IL Status: Updated 11/21/2025
There will be 1 stage with Local talent. The entertainment will be Country and Rock.
A Marketplace Expo organized by Lebanon Chamber of Commerce.
This Illinois Marketplace Expo will have commercial/retail, crafts and homegrown products exhibitors, and 10 food booths. There will be 1 stage with Local talent and the hours will be Sat 9am-4pm.
May 3, 2026Lilac Times Arts & Crafts FairDowntown Lombard, Lombard, IL Status: Updated 1/13/2026
There will be 1 stage with Local talent. The entertainment will be Top Forty/Pop.
A Craft Show organized by Lombard Area Chamber of Commerce and Industry.
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.
May 9, 2026Spring Naperville Food Truck FestivalNaper Settlement, Naperville, IL Status: Updated 3/29/2026
There will be 1 stage with Local talent. The entertainment will be Country, Face Painting, Top Forty/Pop, Tribute Band and Variety.
A Festival organized by Brew Avenue Events.
This Illinois Festival will have commercial/retail, corp./information, crafts and homegrown products exhibitors, and 25 food booths. There will be 1 stage with Local talent and the hours will be Sat 1pm-8pm. Admission tickets are $5 - $10.
May 15 - 17, 2026Art on the SquarePublic Square, Belleville, IL Status: Updated 10/8/2025
There will be 2 stages with International, National, Regional and Local talent. The entertainment will be Blues, Classical/Symphony, Jazz, Swing and Top Forty/Pop, and there will be other activities like kids' hands-on activities.
An Art Show organized by Art on the Square.
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.
May 15 - 17, 2026Chocolate FestLong Grove Historic Village, Long Grove, IL Status: Updated 1/29/2026
There will be 3 stages with Regional talent. The entertainment will be Bluegrass, Blues, Classical/Symphony, Folk, Jazz, R & B/Soul and Variety, and there will be other activities like children's activities.
A Specialty-Theme Event organized by Historic Downtown Long Grove.
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.
May 15 - 17, 2026Chicago Mayfest1000 W. Armitage Ave, Chicago, IL Status: Updated 3/18/2026
There will be 1 stage with National, Regional and Local talent. The entertainment will be R & B/Soul, Rock and Top Forty/Pop, and there will be other activities like chicago dog expo & pet parade, kids day america, and the hometown heroes.
A Festival organized by Chicago Special Events Management.
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.
May 16 - 17, 2026Springfield Old Capitol Art FairOld State Capitol Plaza, Springfield, IL Web: springfieldoldcapitolartfair.org Status: Updated 12/16/2025
There will be 1 stage with National, Regional and Local talent. The entertainment will be Bluegrass, Blues, Folk, Jazz and Rock, and there will be other activities like children's tent; community mural project.
An Art Show organized by Springfield Old Capitol Art Fair.
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.
May 17, 2026Rhubarb FestivalSmall Memorial Park, Kankakee, IL Status: Updated 1/23/2026
There will be 1 stage with Local talent. The entertainment will be Variety, and there will be other activities like dime toss, kids zone, museum tours, pie eating contest, rhubarb pies and jams for sale.
A Festival organized by Kankakee County Museum.
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.
May 22 - 24, 2026Summer Camp Music FestivalThree Sisters Park, Chillicothe, IL Status: Updated 3/31/2025
There will be 7 stages with National, Regional and Local talent. The entertainment will be Alternative, Americana, Bluegrass, Blues, DJ/Dance/Techno, Electronic, Ethnic, Experimental, Folk, Funk, Jam, Jazz, New Age, Old-time, Rap/Hip-hop, R & B/Soul, Reggae, Rock, Rockabilly and Roots, and there will be other activities like kids' camp, nonprofit & permaculture workshops, live art, carnival rides.
A Music Festival organized by Summer Camp Music Festival.
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.
May 22 - 24, 2026Streator Park FestStreator City Park, Streator, IL Status: Updated 2/6/2026
There will be 1 stage with National and Local talent. The entertainment will be Alternative, Blues, Christian, Rock and Variety, and there will be other activities like entertainment on stage, magic show, saftey demonstrations.
A Festival organized by Light Up Streator.
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.
May 23 - 24, 2026Saint Charles Fine Art ShowDowntown along Fox River, Saint Charles, IL Status: Updated 3/2/2026
There will be 1 stage with Local talent. The entertainment will be Variety, and there will be other activities like paint the pavement - a chalk festival.
An Art Show organized by STC Alliance.
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.
May 23 - 24, 2026McHs Spring FestivalMacoupin County Historical Society, Carlinville, IL Status: Updated 11/12/2025
There will be 1 stage with Regional talent. The entertainment will be Bluegrass, Country and Gospel, and there will be other activities like pony rides, antique tractor parade.
A Reenactment Event organized by Macoupin County Historical Society.
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.
May 23 - 24, 2026Barrington Art FestivalCook and Station Streets, Barrington, IL Status: Updated 12/3/2025
There will be 1 stage with Local talent. The entertainment will be Variety, and there will be other activities like kid's art activities.
An Art Show organized by Amdur Productions, Inc..
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.
May 23 - 24, 2026Prairie Arts FestivalAl Larson Prairie Center for the Arts, Schaumburg, IL Web: prairiecenter.org/programs/prairie-arts-fes.. Status: Updated 1/28/2026
There will be 3 stages with Regional and Local talent. The entertainment will be Classical/Symphony, Folk, Jazz and World, and there will be other activities like children's craft activities.
An Art Show organized by Al Larson Prairie Center For the Arts.
This Illinois Art Show will have fine art and fine craft exhibitors, and 11 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.
May 2 - 30, 2026Downtown Bloomington Farmer's Market - MayDowntown Bloomington Square, Bloomington, IL Status: Updated 3/2/2026
There will be 1 stage with Local talent. The entertainment will be Variety, and there will be other activities like kids' activities, gardening demonstrations.
A Farmers Market organized by City of Bloomington.
This Illinois Farmers Market will have crafts 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.
May 29 - 31, 2026Do-Division Street FestDivision Street Between Damen and Leavitt, Chicago, IL Status: Updated 1/27/2026
There will be 2 stages with International, National, Regional and Local talent. The entertainment will be Variety.
A Festival organized by West Town Chicago Chamber of Commerce.
This Illinois Festival will have antique/collectibles, crafts, fine art, fine craft, flea market and homegrown products exhibitors, and 10 food booths. There will be 2 stages with International, National, Regional and Local talent and the hours will be Fri 5pm-10pm; Sat-Sun 12pm-10pm.
June 6, 2026Bellson Music FestRB&W Park, Rock Falls, IL Status: Updated 2/11/2026
There will be 1 stage with Regional talent. The entertainment will be Blues, Classical/Symphony, Funk, Jazz and R & B/Soul, and there will be other activities like drum clinic with steve smith (legendary drummer for band journey) at 11am.
A Music Festival organized by City of Rock Falls, IL -Tourism Department.
This Illinois Music Festival will have no exhibit booths and 3 food booths. There will be 1 stage with Regional talent and the hours will be Sat 11am-9:30pm. This event will also include drum clinic with steve smith (legendary drummer for band journey) at 11am.
June 6, 2026Mount Vernon Brewers Fest - June9th Street, Mount Vernon, IL Status: Updated 1/23/2026
There will be 1 stage with Local talent. The entertainment will be Variety.
A Festival organized by Mount Vernon Festivals, Inc..
This Illinois Festival will have homegrown products exhibitors and 2 food booths. There will be 1 stage with Local talent and the hours will be Sat 12pm-4pm.
May 31 - June 7, 2026Macon County FairMacon County Fairgrounds, Decatur, IL Status: Updated 3/30/2026
There will be 2 stages with National talent. The entertainment will be Children's, Country and Rock, and there will be other activities like kids' county, contests, mud volleyball, graffiti arts contest.
A State Fair organized by Macon County Fair & Event Facilities.
This Illinois State Fair will have commercial/retail, corp./information, crafts, flea market and homegrown products exhibitors, and 10 food booths. There will be 2 stages with National talent and the hours will be Sun-Tue 3pm-10pm; Wed 10am-10pm; Thu-Sat 10am-9pm. Admission tickets are $5. This event will also include: kids' county, contests, mud volleyball, graffiti arts contest.
June 4 - 7, 2026Chicago Blues FestivalMillennium Park, Chicago, IL Status: Updated 3/2/2026
There will be 3 stages with National, Regional and Local talent. The entertainment will be Blues and R & B/Soul.
A Blues Festival organized by Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events.
This Illinois Blues Festival will have no exhibit booths and no food booths. There will be 3 stages with National, Regional and Local talent and the hours will be Thu 5:30pm-9pm; Fri-Sun 12pm-9pm.
June 5 - 7, 2026Oneness 2026: Transformational FestivalCamp Tuckabatchee, Ottawa, IL Status: Updated 3/12/2026
There will be 1 stage with Local talent. The entertainment will be DJ/Dance/Techno, Folk, Variety and World.
A Festival organized by Awake: Oneness Tribe.
This Illinois Festival will have crafts, fine art and homegrown products exhibitors, and 3 food booths. There will be 1 stage with Local talent and the hours will be Fri 2:30pm-12 midnight; Sat 12 midnight-12 midnight; Sun 12 midnight-8:30pm. Admission tickets are $55 - $325.
June 5 - 7, 2026Ribfest ChicagoNorthcenter Neighborhood, Chicago, IL Status: Updated 3/3/2026
There will be 2 stages with International, National, Regional and Local talent. The entertainment will be Alternative, Americana, Rock, Roots and Variety, and there will be other activities like games, family activities, storytellers, theater, dance (for kids' square)
A Food Festival organized by Chicago Special Events Management.
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-Sun 12pm-10pm. This event will also include: games, family activities, storytellers, theater, dance (for kids' square)
June 12 - 14, 2026Andersonville MidsommarfestAndersonville, Chicago, IL Status: Updated 3/3/2026
There will be 4 stages with National, Regional and Local talent. The entertainment will be Bluegrass, Children's, Country, Electronic, Ethnic, Folk, Rock and Variety.
A Festival organized by Andersonville Chamber of Commerce.
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-Sun 12pm-10pm.
June 13 - 14, 2026Wells Street Art FestivalWells Street & North Avenue, Chicago, IL Status: Updated 10/22/2025
There will be 1 stage with National, Regional and Local talent. The entertainment will be Blues, Folk and Rock, and there will be other activities like silent art auction.
A Festival organized by Special Events Management.
This Illinois Festival will have commercial/retail, corp./information, fine art and fine craft exhibitors, and 20 food booths. There will be 1 stage with National, Regional and Local talent and the hours will be Sat 10am-10pm; Sun 10am-9pm. This event will also include silent art auction.
June 13 - 14, 2026RAW - Riverside Arts WeekendGuthrie Park, Riverside, IL Status: Updated 2/5/2026
There will be 1 stage with National talent. The entertainment will be Bluegrass, Blues, Classical/Symphony, Jazz and R & B/Soul.
An Art Show organized by D & W Events, Inc..
This Illinois Art Show will have fine art and fine craft exhibitors, and 4 food booths. There will be 1 stage with National talent and the hours will be Sat 10am-6pm; Sun 10am-5pm.
June 13 - 14, 2026Old Town Art FairOld Town Triangle District, Chicago, IL Status: Updated 3/30/2026
There will be 1 stage with Local talent. The entertainment will be Bluegrass, Blues, Cajun/Zydeco, Face Painting, Folk, Jazz and R & B/Soul, and there will be other activities like children's activities, garden walk, food court.
An Art Show organized by Old Town Triangle Association.
This Illinois Art Show will have fine art and fine craft exhibitors, and 10 food booths. There will be 1 stage with Local talent and the hours will be Sat 10am-7pm; Sun 10am-6pm. This event will also include: children's activities, garden walk, food court.
June 13 - 14, 2026Salute to America 250RB&W District, Rock Falls, IL Status: Updated 3/2/2026
There will be 1 stage with Regional talent. The entertainment will be Americana.
A Reenactment Event organized by City of Rock Falls, IL -Tourism Department.
This Illinois Reenactment Event will have no exhibit booths and 2 food booths. There will be 1 stage with Regional talent and the hours will be Sat 9am-4am; Sun 1pm-5pm.
June 19 - 20, 2026Daisy Days FestivalDowntown Clarendon hills, Clarendon Hills, IL Status: Updated 2/9/2026
There will be 1 stage with Local talent. The entertainment will be Rock.
A Festival organized by Clarendon Hills Chamber of Commerce.
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 11am-9pm.
June 20, 2026Five Points Washington Community Art FairFive Points Washington, Washington, IL Status: Updated 2/18/2026
There will be 1 stage with Local talent. The entertainment will be Rock and Variety.
A Craft Show organized by Five Points Washington.
This Illinois Craft 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 Sat 10am-5pm.
June 18 - 21, 2026PrairieFestPrairieFest Park, Oswego, IL Status: Updated 3/3/2026
There will be 2 stages with National, Regional and Local talent. The entertainment will be Alternative, Children's, Country, Rock, Top Forty/Pop and Variety, and there will be other activities like carnival, parade, car show, main stage music, family stage entertainment, petting zoo, 5k.
A Festival organized by Oswegoland Park District.
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-Sat 9am-11pm; Sun 9am-6pm. This event will also include: carnival, parade, car show, main stage music, family stage entertainment, petting zoo, 5k.
June 19 - 21, 2026Taste of Randolph StreetWest Loop, Chicago, IL Status: Updated 3/3/2026
There will be 2 stages with National, Regional and Local talent. The entertainment will be Bluegrass, Blues, Children's, Country, Folk, Rock, Top Forty/Pop and Variety.
A Music Festival organized by StarEvents.
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-Sun 12pm-10pm.
June 3 - 24, 2026Grayslake Summer Season - JuneCentennial Park, Grayslake, IL Status: Updated 3/30/2026
There will be 1 stage with Local talent. The entertainment will be Children's, and there will be other activities like balloons, face painting, music.
A Farmers Market organized by Grayslake Farmers Market.
This Illinois Farmers Market will have crafts, fine craft and homegrown products exhibitors, and tba food booths. There will be 1 stage with Local talent and the hours will be . This event will also include: balloons, face painting, music.
June 6 - 27, 2026Downtown Bloomington Farmer's Market - JuneDowntown Bloomington Square, Bloomington, IL Status: Updated 3/2/2026
There will be 1 stage with Local talent. The entertainment will be Variety, and there will be other activities like kids' activities, gardening demonstrations.
A Farmers Market organized by City of Bloomington.
This Illinois Farmers Market will have crafts 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.
June 26 - 27, 2026Malta Days FestivalLion's Park, Malta, IL Status: Updated 2/27/2026
There will be 1 stage with Regional and Local talent. The entertainment will be Children's, Country, Rock, Tarot and Variety, and there will be other activities like music, car show, 5k, bounce houses, food trucks, obstacle courses, fireworks, kids shows.
A Festival organized by Village of Malta - Malta Days Committee.
This Illinois Festival will have no exhibit booths and no food booths. There will be 1 stage with Regional and Local talent and the hours will be Fri 6:30am-11pm; Sat 12pm-11pm. This event will also include: music, car show, 5k, bounce houses, food trucks, obstacle courses, fireworks, kids shows.
June 24 - 28, 2026Bourbonnais Friendship Festival700 Main Street N.W., Bourbonnais, IL Status: Updated 3/3/2026
There will be 2 stages with Regional talent. The entertainment will be Blues, Country and Rock.
A Festival organized by Friendship Festival Commitee.
This Illinois Festival will have corp./information and crafts exhibitors, and 40 food booths. There will be 2 stages with Regional talent and the hours will be Wed-Thu 5pm-10:30pm; Fri 11am-11:30pm; Sat 12pm-11:30pm; Sun 1pm-7pm.
June 24 - 28, 2026Swedish Days - Geneva, ILDowntown, Geneva, IL Status: Updated 3/3/2026
There will be 1 stage with Regional and Local talent. The entertainment will be Ethnic, and there will be other activities like parade, special events, music competition, kids' area.
A Festival organized by Geneva Chamber of Commerce - Geneva, IL.
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-Fri 11am-9pm; Sat-Sun 11am-6pm. This event will also include: parade, special events, music competition, kids' area.
June 26 - 28, 2026Midsummer Arts FaireWashington Park, Quincy, IL Status: Updated 1/13/2026
There will be 1 stage with Regional and Local talent. The entertainment will be Alternative, Classical/Symphony, Dance Troupe and Variety, and there will be other activities like professional dancers, fine art demonstrators, hands on art activities.
An Art Show organized by Midsummer Arts Faire Quincy, IL Arts Festival.
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 Fri 5:30pm-9:30pm; Sat 10pm-5pm; Sun 11am-4pm. This event will also include: professional dancers, fine art demonstrators, hands on art activities.
June 26 - 28, 2026Logan Square Arts FestivalLogan Square Centennial Monument, Chicago, IL Status: Updated 3/16/2026
There will be 2 stages with Regional and Local talent. The entertainment will be Alternative, Americana, Blues, DJ/Dance/Techno, Electronic, Ethnic, Rock, Roots and Top Forty/Pop, and there will be other activities like kids area; pet area.
A Music Festival organized by Criterion Productions, LLC.
This Illinois Music Festival will have antique/collectibles, commercial/retail, corp./information, crafts, fine art, fine craft and homegrown products exhibitors, and 8 food booths. There will be 2 stages with Regional and Local talent and the hours will be Fri 5pm-10pm; Sat-Sun 12pm-10pm. This event will also include kids area; pet area.
June 27 - 28, 2026Naperville Woman's Club Fine Art & Artisan FairNaper Settlement, Naperville, IL Status: Updated 1/15/2026
There will be 1 stage with Regional and Local talent. The entertainment will be Americana, and there will be other activities like empty bowls benefit, artist reception, $2500 in cash prizes, entertainement.
An Art Show organized by Naperville Woman's Club.
This Illinois Art Show will have fine art and fine craft exhibitors, and 1 food booth. There will be 1 stage with Regional and Local talent and the hours will be . This event will also include: empty bowls benefit, artist reception, $2500 in cash prizes, entertainement.
July 2, 2026Eats 'N' Beats - Independence Day CelebrationRB&W District, Rock Falls, IL Status: Updated 2/11/2026
There will be 1 stage with Regional and Local talent. The entertainment will be Country and Rock.
A Food Festival organized by City of Rock Falls, IL -Tourism Department.
This Illinois Food Festival will have no exhibit booths and 15 food booths. There will be 1 stage with Regional and Local talent and the hours will be Thu 4pm-10:30pm.
July 4, 2026Market Days - Salute to Freedom JulyMt. Vernon Outland Airport, Mount Vernon, IL Status: Updated 1/23/2026
There will be 1 stage with Regional talent. The entertainment will be Variety, and there will be other activities like special events, fireworks, entertainment.
A Marketplace Expo organized by Mount Vernon Festivals, Inc..
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. There will be 1 stage with Regional talent and the hours will be Sat 5pm-10pm. This event will also include: special events, fireworks, entertainment.
July 2 - 5, 2026Dixon Petunia FestivalDowntown Dixon, Dixon, IL Status: Updated 10/14/2025
There will be 2 stages with National, Regional and Local talent. The entertainment will be Alternative, Americana, Bluegrass, Blues, Children's, Country, Ethnic, Folk, Funk, Jam, Jazz, Metal, New Age, Rap/Hip-hop, R & B/Soul, Rock, Rockabilly, Roots, Tribute Band and Variety, and there will be other activities like fireworks, parade.
A Festival organized by Dixon Petunia Festival.
This Illinois Festival will have crafts, fine art, fine craft and homegrown products exhibitors, and 12 food booths. There will be 2 stages with National, Regional and Local talent and the hours will be . Admission tickets are $15 - $35. This event will also include: fireworks, parade.
July 10 - 12, 2026ByronfestDowntown, Byron, IL Status: Updated 10/15/2025
There will be 2 stages with Regional and Local talent. The entertainment will be Country, Rock, Top Forty/Pop and Variety, and there will be other activities like carnival, parade, bag tournament and more.
A Festival organized by Byron Chamber of Commerce.
This Illinois Festival will have no exhibit booths and 12 food booths. There will be 2 stages with Regional and Local talent and the hours will be Fri 5pm-12 midnight; Sat-Sun 12pm-5pm. Admission tickets are $tba. This event will also include: carnival, parade, bag tournament and more.
July 18, 2026Eats 'N' Beats @ the DistrictRB&W Park, Rock Falls, IL Status: Updated 2/11/2026
There will be 1 stage with Regional talent. The entertainment will be Rock and Tribute Band.
A Food Festival organized by City of Rock Falls, IL -Tourism Department.
This Illinois Food Festival will have antique/collectibles and flea market exhibitors, and 5 food booths. There will be 1 stage with Regional talent and the hours will be Sat 4pm-10pm.
July 18 - 19, 2026Ravenswood on TapRavenswood, Chicago, IL Status: Updated 10/14/2025
There will be 1 stage with Local talent. The entertainment will be Alternative, Americana, Bluegrass, DJ/Dance/Techno, Ethnic, Folk, Funk, Rock and Swing.
A Festival organized by Criterion Productions, LLC.
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 Local talent and the hours will be Sat 12pm-10pm; Sun 12pm-6pm.
July 18 - 19, 2026Glenview Art League Summer Art FairLyon School Grounds, Glenview, IL Status: Updated 1/28/2026
There will be 1 stage with Local talent. The entertainment will be Variety, and there will be other activities like kids' area, music, food, silent auction.
An Art Show organized by Glenview Art League.
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-Sun 11am-5pm. This event will also include: kids' area, music, food, silent auction.
July 4 - 25, 2026Downtown Bloomington Farmer's Market - JulyDowntown Bloomington Square, Bloomington, IL Status: Updated 3/2/2026
There will be 1 stage with Local talent. The entertainment will be Variety, and there will be other activities like kids' activities, gardening demonstrations.
A Farmers Market organized by City of Bloomington.
This Illinois Farmers Market will have crafts 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.
July 24 - 26, 2026Wicker Park FestivalWicker Park, Chicago, IL Status: Updated 3/16/2026
There will be 3 stages with National, Regional and Local talent. The entertainment will be Alternative, Bluegrass, Blues, Country, DJ/Dance/Techno, Electronic, Ethnic, Folk, Funk, Latin, R & B/Soul, Reggae, Rock and Top Forty/Pop.
A Festival organized by Criterion Productions, LLC.
This Illinois Festival will have antique/collectibles, commercial/retail, corp./information, crafts, fine art, fine craft, flea market and homegrown products exhibitors, and 12 food booths. There will be 3 stages with National, Regional and Local talent and the hours will be Fri 5pm-10pm; Sat-Sun 12pm-10pm.
July 25 - 26, 2026Art at the GlenGlen Town Center, Glenview, IL Status: Updated 11/13/2025
There will be 1 stage with Regional and Local talent. The entertainment will be Variety.
An Art Show organized by Amdur Productions, Inc..
This Illinois Art Show will have crafts, fine art and fine craft exhibitors, and 6 food booths. There will be 1 stage with Regional and Local talent and the hours will be .
August 8, 2026Eats 'N' Beats W/ Free FallRB&W District Park, Rock Falls, IL Status: Updated 2/11/2026
There will be 1 stage with Local talent. The entertainment will be Old-time, Rock and Tribute Band.
A Festival Concert organized by City of Rock Falls, IL -Tourism Department.
This Illinois Festival Concert will have no exhibit booths and 5 food booths. There will be 1 stage with Local talent and the hours will be Sat 5pm-10pm.
August 8, 2026AREA 22 Arts, Crafts, & Oddities FairRiverside Drive, Elgin, IL Web: sidestreetstudioarts.org/area22 Status: Updated 2/10/2026
There will be Roving Performers with Local talent. The entertainment will be Alternative, Americana, Beach, Bluegrass, Blues, Cajun/Zydeco, Children's, Dance Troupe, Electronic, Experimental, Face Painting, Folk, Funk, Jam, Jazz, Latin, Magician, New Age, Old-time, Rap/Hip-hop, R & B/Soul, Reggae, Rock, Rockabilly, Roots, Salsa, Swing, Tarot, Top Forty/Pop, Tribute Band, Variety and World, and there will be other activities like community mural, other spectacles.
A Craft Show organized by SIDE Street Studio ARTS.
This Illinois Craft Show will have crafts, fine art and fine craft exhibitors, and 4 food booths. There will be Roving Performers with Local talent and the hours will be Sat 1pm-7pm. This event will also include: community mural, other spectacles.
August 6 - 9, 2026StreatorFestNorth Point Plaza Field, Streator, IL Status: Updated 10/11/2025
There will be 2 stages with National, Regional and Local talent. The entertainment will be Country, Rock, Rockabilly and Top Forty/Pop, and there will be other activities like national music acts, big carnival midway, and biggest fireworks display in downstate illin.
A Festival organized by Streator Fest Committee.
This Illinois Festival will have antique/collectibles, commercial/retail, corp./information, crafts, film, fine art, fine craft, flea market and homegrown products exhibitors, and 15 food booths. There will be 2 stages with National, Regional and Local talent and the hours will be Thu-Fri 5pm-11:30pm; Sat 1pm-11:30pm; Sun 1pm-10pm. This event will also include: national music acts, big carnival midway, and biggest fireworks display in downstate illin.
August 7 - 9, 2026Northalsted Market DaysDowntown, Chicago, IL Status: Updated 3/3/2026
There will be 5 stages with National, Regional and Local talent. The entertainment will be Alternative, DJ/Dance/Techno, Folk, Jazz, Rock and Top Forty/Pop.
A Festival organized by Northalsted Area Merchants Association.
This Illinois Festival will have commercial/retail, corp./information, crafts, fine art and fine craft exhibitors, and 30 food booths. There will be 5 stages with National, Regional and Local talent and the hours will be . Admission tickets are $10.
August 15, 2026Krape Park Art WalkKrape Park, Freeport, IL Status: Updated 2/4/2026
There will be 1 stage with Local talent. The entertainment will be Blues, Country, Folk, Jazz and Rock, and there will be other activities like kids art center with activities.
An Art Show organized by Freeport Park District.
This Illinois Art Show will have crafts, fine art and fine craft exhibitors, and 4 food booths. There will be 1 stage with Local talent and the hours will be Sat 10am-4pm. This event will also include kids art center with activities.
August 13 - 16, 2026Taylor Street Festa ItalianaLittle Italy - Taylor Street, Chicago, IL Status: Updated 2/12/2026
There will be 5 stages with International, National, Regional and Local talent. The entertainment will be Alternative, Americana, Beach, Bluegrass, Blues, Cajun/Zydeco, Children's, Christian, Classical/Symphony, Clown, Comedy, Country, Dance Troupe, DJ/Dance/Techno, Electronic, Ethnic, Face Painting, Folk, Funk, Gospel, Henna, Jam, Jazz, Latin, Magician, Metal, New Age, Old-time, Opera, Ragtime, Rap/Hip-hop, R & B/Soul, Reggae, Rock, Rockabilly, Roots, Salsa, Swing, Top Forty/Pop, Tribute Band, Variety and World, and there will be other activities like carnival, games, magicians, cocktails.
A Festival organized by Onesti Entertainment.
This Illinois Festival will have antique/collectibles, corp./information, crafts, fine art and fine craft exhibitors, and 20 food booths. There will be 5 stages with International, National, Regional and Local talent and the hours will be Thu-Fri 5pm-10pm; Sat-Sun 12pm-10pm. This event will also include: carnival, games, magicians, cocktails.
August 14 - 16, 2026Montgomery FestMontgomery Park, Montgomery, IL Status: Updated 11/12/2025
There will be 1 stage with Regional talent. The entertainment will be Children's, DJ/Dance/Techno, Face Painting, Latin and Tribute Band, and there will be other activities like parade, family fest.
A Festival organized by Village of Montgomery.
This Illinois Festival will have commercial/retail, crafts and homegrown products exhibitors, and 12 food booths. There will be 1 stage with Regional talent and the hours will be Fri 4pm-10pm; Sat 10am-10pm; Sun 10am-9:30pm. This event will also include: parade, family fest.
August 13 - 23, 2026Illinois State FairFairgrounds, Springfield, IL Status: Updated 11/4/2025
There will be 14 stages with National, Regional and Local talent. The entertainment will be Variety.
A State Fair organized by Illinois State Fairgrounds.
This Illinois State Fair will have no exhibit booths and tba food booths. There will be 14 stages with National, Regional and Local talent and the hours will be . Admission tickets are $3 - $7.
August 22 - 23, 2026Festival of the Arts in Glen EllynLake Ellyn, Glen Ellyn, IL Status: Updated 3/10/2026
There will be Roving Performers with Local talent. The entertainment will be Folk.
An Art Show organized by Downtown Glen Ellyn Alliance.
This Illinois Art Show will have fine art and fine craft exhibitors, and 4 food booths. There will be Roving Performers with Local talent and the hours will be Sat-Sun 10am-5pm.
August 29, 2026Art in the ParkRB&W Riverfront Park, Rock Falls, IL Status: Updated 2/11/2026
There will be 1 stage with Local talent. The entertainment will be Old-time and Rock.
An Art Show organized by City of Rock Falls, IL -Tourism Department.
This Illinois Art Show will have fine art exhibitors and 6 food booths. There will be 1 stage with Local talent and the hours will be Sat 10am-4pm.
August 28 - 30, 2026Edgewater Music Fest5800-5930 N Broadway, Chicago, IL Status: Updated 4/1/2026
There will be 2 stages with Regional and Local talent. The entertainment will be Alternative, DJ/Dance/Techno, Electronic, Ethnic, Rock, Top Forty/Pop and Variety.
A Festival organized by Criterion Productions, LLC.
This Illinois Festival will have antique/collectibles, commercial/retail, corp./information, crafts, film, fine art, fine craft and homegrown products exhibitors, and 10 food booths. There will be 2 stages with Regional and Local talent and the hours will be Fri 5pm-10pm; Sat-Sun 12pm-10pm.
August 28 - 30, 2026Dekalb Corn FestDowntown DeKalb, Dekalb, IL Status: Updated 1/13/2026
There will be 2 stages with National, Regional and Local talent. The entertainment will be Country, Rock and Top Forty/Pop, and there will be other activities like sound stage, carnival, car show, local vendors.
A Festival organized by Dekalb Corn Fest, Inc..
This Illinois Festival will have commercial/retail, corp./information, crafts and fine craft exhibitors, and 86 food booths. There will be 2 stages with National, Regional and Local talent and the hours will be Fri 3pm-11pm; Sat 11am-11pm; Sun 11am-6pm. Admission tickets are $10. This event will also include: sound stage, carnival, car show, local vendors.
August 29 - 30, 2026Lambs Farm Summertime Craft FestCamp Big Timber, Elgin, IL Status: Updated 11/18/2025
There will be 1 stage with Local talent. The entertainment will be Variety, and there will be other activities like yard games, craft demonstrations, wine and beer garden, food trucks, dj.
A Craft Show organized by Craft Productions, Inc..
This Illinois Craft Show will have crafts, fine art, fine craft and homegrown products exhibitors, and 9 food booths. There will be 1 stage with Local talent and the hours will be Sat-Sun 10am-4pm. Admission tickets are $6 - $8. This event will also include: yard games, craft demonstrations, wine and beer garden, food trucks, dj.
September 5 - 6, 2026Xtream Rock Island Grand PrixThe District, Rock Island, Illinois, Rock Island, IL Status: Updated 11/11/2025
There will be 1 stage with Regional and Local talent. The entertainment will be Blues and Rock, and there will be other activities like go-kart street races.
A Sports Event organized by Xtream Rock Island Grand Prix.
This Illinois Sports Event will have commercial/retail and corp./information exhibitors, and no food booths. There will be 1 stage with Regional and Local talent and the hours will be Sat 8am-9pm; Sun 8am-4pm. This event will also include go-kart street races.
September 4 - 7, 2026Taste of Polonia FestivalCopernicus Center, Chicago, IL Status: Updated 3/2/2026
There will be 3 stages with International, National, Regional and Local talent. The entertainment will be Alternative, Americana, Children's, Classical/Symphony, Country, Dance Troupe, DJ/Dance/Techno, Ethnic, Face Painting, Folk, Funk, Jazz, Latin, Ragtime, R & B/Soul, Reggae, Rock, Rockabilly, Top Forty/Pop, Tribute Band, Variety and World, and there will be other activities like casino, vodka tastings, craft beer tent, art exhibits, kid's area with loads of fun.
An Ethnic Festival organized by Copernicus Center.
This Illinois Ethnic Festival will have antique/collectibles, commercial/retail, corp./information, crafts, fine art, fine craft and homegrown products exhibitors, and 12 food booths. There will be 3 stages with International, National, Regional and Local talent and the hours will be Fri 4:30pm-10:30pm; Sat-Sun 11:30am-10:30pm; Mon 11:30am-9:30pm. Admission tickets are $10 - $45. This event will also include: casino, vodka tastings, craft beer tent, art exhibits, kid's area with loads of fun.
September 5 - 7, 2026Frankfort Fall FestivalHistoric Downtown Frankfort, Frankfort, IL Status: Updated 12/9/2025
There will be 2 stages with Regional and Local talent. The entertainment will be Americana, Beach, Blues, Country, Jazz, Reggae, Rock, Rockabilly, Salsa, Swing, Top Forty/Pop and Variety, and there will be other activities like parade, carnival.
A Craft Show organized by Frankfort Chamber of Commerce.
This Illinois Craft Show will have crafts, fine art and fine craft exhibitors, and 25 food booths. There will be 2 stages with Regional and Local talent and the hours will be Sat-Sun 10am-6pm; Mon 10am-4pm. This event will also include: parade, carnival.
September 5 - 7, 2026SeptemberfestAl Larson Prairie Center for the Arts, Schaumburg, IL Web: villageofschaumburg.com/our-village/events/.. Status: Updated 1/28/2026
There will be 3 stages with National, Regional and Local talent. The entertainment will be Alternative, Americana, Beach, Blues, Children's, Country, Dance Troupe, DJ/Dance/Techno, Ethnic, Folk, Magician, New Age, Old-time, R & B/Soul, Reggae, Rock, Salsa and Top Forty/Pop, and there will be other activities like arts & crafts show, carnival, fireworks, craft beer & wine, taste, bingo, parade.
A Festival organized by Al Larson Prairie Center For the Arts.
This Illinois Festival will have crafts, fine art and fine craft exhibitors, and 24 food booths. There will be 3 stages with National, Regional and Local talent and the hours will be Sat-Sun 10am-10pm; Mon 10am-9pm. This event will also include: arts & crafts show, carnival, fireworks, craft beer & wine, taste, bingo, parade.
September 12 - 13, 2026Pekin Marigold FestivalMineral Springs Park, Pekin, IL Status: Updated 3/10/2026
There will be 1 stage with Regional and Local talent. The entertainment will be Variety, and there will be other activities like parade, entertainment, kids' games, petting zoo, carnival, etc.
A Parade organized by Pekin Area Chamber of Commerce.
This Illinois Parade will have crafts, fine art and fine craft exhibitors, and 20 food booths. There will be 1 stage with Regional and Local talent and the hours will be Sat 9am-6pm; Sun 9am-5pm. This event will also include: parade, entertainment, kids' games, petting zoo, carnival, etc.
September 12 - 13, 2026Art on the FoxMain & Washington Street, Algonquin, IL Status: Updated 11/13/2025
There will be 1 stage with Regional and Local talent. The entertainment will be Variety.
A Craft Show organized by Amdur Productions, Inc..
This Illinois Craft Show will have crafts, fine art and fine craft exhibitors, and 5 food booths. There will be 1 stage with Regional and Local talent and the hours will be .
September 12 - 13, 2026Art on the PrairieWarrenville Park District Recreation Center, Warrenville, IL Status: Updated 2/10/2026
There will be 1 stage with International, Regional and Local talent. The entertainment will be Americana, Beach, Country, Dance Troupe, Ethnic, Folk, Jazz, Latin, Old-time, Swing and Tribute Band, and there will be other activities like hands-on art area for the children and adults to explore art.
A Craft Show organized by Warrenville Park District.
This Illinois Craft Show will have antique/collectibles, crafts, fine art, fine craft and homegrown products exhibitors, and 2 food booths. There will be 1 stage with International, Regional and Local talent and the hours will be Sat 10am-6pm; Sun 10am-4pm. This event will also include hands-on art area for the children and adults to explore art.
September 13, 2026Grand Detour Arts FestivalJohn Deere Historic Site, Dixon, IL Status: Updated 4/2/2026
There will be 1 stage with Local talent. The entertainment will be Christian, Folk and Variety, and there will be other activities like student art show.
A Festival organized by Grand Detour Arts Festival.
This Illinois Festival will have fine art and fine craft exhibitors, and 6 food booths. There will be 1 stage with Local talent and the hours will be Sun 9am-4pm. This event will also include student art show.
September 19, 2026Finders Harvest MarketProgress City USA, Decatur, IL Status: Updated 11/20/2025
There will be 1 stage with Local talent. The entertainment will be Variety.
An Antiques Collectibles Show organized by Finders Market.
This Illinois Antiques Collectibles Show will have antique/collectibles, crafts, fine art, fine craft, flea market and homegrown products exhibitors, and 5 food booths. There will be 1 stage with Local talent and the hours will be Sat 9am-3pm. Admission tickets are $5.
September 17 - 20, 2026Dwight Harvest DaysDowntown Dwight, Dwight, IL Status: Updated 2/10/2026
There will be 1 stage with Regional and Local talent. The entertainment will be Alternative, Americana, Bluegrass, Christian, Classical/Symphony, Country, Face Painting, Rock, Top Forty/Pop, Tribute Band and Variety.
A Festival organized by Dwight Harvest Days Committee.
This Illinois Festival will have antique/collectibles, commercial/retail, crafts, fine art, fine craft, flea market and homegrown products exhibitors, and 25 food booths. There will be 1 stage with Regional and Local talent and the hours will be Thu-Fri 4pm-11pm; Sat 9am-11pm; Sun 10am-5pm.
September 18 - 20, 2026Arts in Central ParkCentral Park, Decatur, IL Status: Updated 2/11/2026
There will be 1 stage with Regional talent. The entertainment will be Variety, and there will be other activities like kids' art shop, kids' art activities, demonstrations.
An Art Show organized by Decatur Arts Council.
This Illinois Art Show will have fine art and fine craft exhibitors, and local food booths. There will be 1 stage with Regional talent and the hours will be Fri 5pm-7pm; Sat 10am-5pm; Sun 10am-4pm. This event will also include: kids' art shop, kids' art activities, demonstrations.
September 19 - 20, 2026Lakeview East Festival of the ArtsAlong Broadway, Chicago, IL Status: Updated 1/13/2026
There will be 2 stages with Local talent. The entertainment will be Alternative, Americana, Bluegrass, Blues, Classical/Symphony, Country, Folk, Funk, Jazz, New Age, Reggae, Rock and Top Forty/Pop.
An Art Show organized by Lakeview East Chamber of Commerce.
This Illinois Art Show will have commercial/retail, crafts, fine art and fine craft exhibitors, and 6 food booths. There will be 2 stages with Local talent and the hours will be Sat 11am-10pm; Sun 11am-7pm. Admission tickets are $1 - $5.
September 19 - 20, 2026McHs Fall FestivalMacoupin County Historical Society, Carlinville, IL Status: Updated 1/21/2026
There will be 1 stage with Local talent. The entertainment will be Bluegrass and Country, and there will be other activities like pony rides, antique tractor parade.
A Reenactment Event organized by Macoupin County Historical Society.
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 Local talent and the hours will be Sat-Sun 9am-4pm. This event will also include: pony rides, antique tractor parade.
September 19 - 20, 2026Edwards Place Fine Art FairGrounds of Edwards Place Historic Home, Springfield, IL Status: Updated 1/16/2026
There will be 1 stage with Regional talent. The entertainment will be Blues, Folk, Jazz, Rock and Variety.
An Art Show organized by Springfield Art Association.
This Illinois Art Show will have fine art and fine craft exhibitors, and 5 food booths. There will be 1 stage with Regional talent and the hours will be Sat 10am-5pm; Sun 10am-4pm.
September 25, 2026Taco ThrowdownRB&W District, Rock Falls, IL Status: Updated 2/11/2026
There will be 1 stage with Regional talent. The entertainment will be DJ/Dance/Techno, Ethnic, Latin and Salsa.
A Food Festival organized by City of Rock Falls, IL -Tourism Department.
This Illinois Food Festival will have antique/collectibles exhibitors and 15 food booths. There will be 1 stage with Regional talent and the hours will be Fri 4pm-10pm.
September 25 - 26, 2026Fall FestDowntown Mt. Vernon The Commons, Mount Vernon, IL Status: Updated 1/23/2026
There will be 1 stage with National, Regional and Local talent. The entertainment will be Alternative, Bluegrass, Blues, Country, Folk, Jazz, Rock and Variety, and there will be other activities like parade, kid's activities, car show, 5k.
A Festival organized by Mount Vernon Festivals, Inc..
This Illinois Festival will have antique/collectibles, crafts, fine art, fine craft, flea market and homegrown products exhibitors, and 30 food booths. There will be 1 stage with National, Regional and Local talent and the hours will be Fri 5pm-10pm; Sat 9am-10pm. This event will also include: parade, kid's activities, car show, 5k.
September 26, 2026OAC Fall Festival of the Arts & CraftsOlney City Park, Olney, IL Status: Updated 1/13/2026
There will be 1 stage with Local talent. The entertainment will be Variety.
A Festival organized by Olney Arts Council.
This Illinois Festival will have crafts, fine art and fine craft exhibitors, and 60 food booths. There will be 1 stage with Local talent and the hours will be Sat 9am-4pm.
September 23 - 27, 2026Grundy County Corn FestivalDowntown Morris, Morris, IL Status: Updated 1/15/2026
There will be 2 stages with National, Regional and Local talent. The entertainment will be Country, Folk, Latin, Metal, Rock, Top Forty/Pop, Tribute Band and Variety, and there will be other activities like carnival, parade, water fights, craft show, fleamarket, petting zoo,pony rides.
A Music Festival organized by Grundy County Corn Festival.
This Illinois Music Festival will have antique/collectibles, commercial/retail, corp./information, crafts, film, flea market and homegrown products exhibitors, and 20 food booths. There will be 2 stages with National, Regional and Local talent and the hours will be Wed 10am-10pm; Thu 10am-10:30pm; Fri 10am-12 midnight; Sat 8am-12 midnight; Sun 9am-5pm. This event will also include: carnival, parade, water fights, craft show, fleamarket, petting zoo,pony rides.
September 26 - 27, 2026Art in the BarnGood Shepherd Hospital, Barrington, IL Status: Updated 1/16/2026
There will be 1 stage with Local talent. The entertainment will be Blues, Country, Folk, Jazz, Rock, Swing and Variety.
An Art Show organized by Good Shepherd Hospital.
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 . Admission tickets are $5.
October 3, 2026Lumberjack Show at Selmi's Family FarmSemi's Greenhouse & Farm Market, Rock Falls, IL Status: Updated 2/11/2026
There will be Roving Performers with National talent. The entertainment will be Children's and Variety, and there will be other activities like lumberjack show, skillet toss, pumpkin/apple farm, corn maze, haunted house, petting zoo.
A Festival organized by City of Rock Falls, IL -Tourism Department.
This Illinois Festival will have no exhibit booths and 4 food booths. There will be Roving Performers with National talent and the hours will be Sat 9am-5pm. This event will also include: lumberjack show, skillet toss, pumpkin/apple farm, corn maze, haunted house, petting zoo.
October 3 - 4, 2026Cider & Cinnamon Arts & Craft FairEdgebrook, Rockford, IL Status: Updated 1/7/2026
There will be 1 stage with Local talent. The entertainment will be Variety.
A Craft Show organized by Edgebrook Shops.
This Illinois Craft Show will have antique/collectibles, 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 Sat 10am-5pm; Sun 10am-4pm.
October 3 - 4, 2026Sugar Creek Arts FestivalBeautiful Uptown Normal, Normal, IL Status: Updated 12/3/2025
There will be 2 stages with Local talent. The entertainment will be Alternative, Americana, Blues, Folk and Variety.
An Art Show organized by McLean County Arts Center.
This Illinois Art Show will have fine art and fine craft exhibitors, and no food booths. There will be 2 stages with Local talent and the hours will be .
May 19 - October 6, 2026Lombard Farmers MarketDowntown Lombard, Lombard, IL Status: Updated 1/13/2026
There will be Roving Performers with Regional and Local talent. The entertainment will be Top Forty/Pop.
A Farmers Market organized by Lombard Area Chamber of Commerce and Industry.
This Illinois Farmers Market will have commercial/retail and homegrown products exhibitors, and no food booths. There will be Roving Performers with Regional and Local talent and the hours will be .
May 10 - October 25, 2026Logan Square Outdoor Farmers MarketLogan Square, Chicago, IL Status: Updated 2/16/2026
There will be 1 stage with Local talent. The entertainment will be Alternative, Bluegrass, Blues, Cajun/Zydeco, Children's, Country, Folk, Jazz, Latin, New Age, Old-time, R & B/Soul, Reggae, Rock and Rockabilly, and there will be other activities like "little peas" kids events.
A Farmers Market organized by Logan Square Chamber of Commerce.
This Illinois Farmers Market will have homegrown products exhibitors and 75 food booths. There will be 1 stage with Local talent and the hours will be . This event will also include "little peas" kids events.
May 1 - November 6, 2026Friday's Food & Art: May - NovemberThe Commons, Mount Vernon, IL Status: Updated 1/23/2026
There will be 1 stage with Local talent. The entertainment will be Variety, and there will be other activities like food, art, entertainment.
A Festival organized by Mount Vernon Festivals, Inc..
This Illinois Festival will have 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 . This event will also include: food, art, entertainment. |
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