Illinois Fairs, Festivals & Art Shows
Festivals in Chicago, IL - Holiday Celebrations, Craft Shows
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Festivals in Chicago, IL - Holiday Celebrations, Craft Shows


 
Chicago Saint Patrick's Day Bar Crawl
March 15, 2025

Chicago Saint Patrick's Day Bar Crawl

Lincoln Park, River North, Wicker Park Bars All Access, Chicago, IL

Status: Updated 1/11/2025

A Holiday Celebration organized by Social Scene.
This Illinois Holiday Celebration will have commercial/retail exhibitors and 2 food booths. There will be 1 stage with International, National, Regional and Local talent and the hours will be Sat 12pm-6:30pm. Admission tickets are $7 - $13. This event will also include: st patrick's day, st paddy's, bar crawl, pub crawl.
Nettlehorst French Market - April
April 19 - 26, 2025

Nettlehorst French Market - April

Nettelhorst School, Chicago, IL

Status: Updated 3/4/2025

A Farmers Market organized by Bensidoun USA Inc.
This Illinois Farmers Market will have commercial/retail, corp./information, crafts and homegrown products exhibitors, and tba food booths.
One of a Kind Spring Show and Sale Chicago
April 25 - 27, 2025

One of a Kind Spring Show and Sale Chicago

The Merchandise Mart, Chicago, IL

Status: Updated 12/6/2024

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 10am-7pm, Sat 10am-7pm, Sun 10am-5pm. Admission tickets are $12 - $80.
Renegade Craft Fair - Chicago
May 17 - 18, 2025

Renegade Craft Fair - Chicago

Andersonville, Chicago, IL

Status: Updated 1/17/2025

An Indie Show organized by Renegade Craft Fair.
This Illinois Indie Show will have crafts exhibitors and no food booths.
Nettlehorst French Market - May
May 3 - 31, 2025

Nettlehorst French Market - May

Nettelhorst School, Chicago, IL

Status: Updated 3/4/2025

A Farmers Market organized by Bensidoun USA Inc.
This Illinois Farmers Market will have commercial/retail, corp./information, crafts and homegrown products exhibitors, and tba food booths.
Do-Division Street Fest
May 30 - June 1, 2025

Do-Division Street Fest

Division Street Between Damen and Leavitt, Chicago, IL

Status: Updated 2/18/2025

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 12pm-10pm, Sun 12pm-10pm.
Chicago Blues Festival
June 5 - 8, 2025

Chicago Blues Festival

Millennium Park, Chicago, IL

Status: Updated 3/10/2025

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 12pm-9pm, Sat 12pm-9pm, Sun 12pm-9pm.
Lincoln Park Greek Fest
June 6 - 8, 2025

Lincoln Park Greek Fest

Saint George Greek Orthodox Church, Chicago, IL

Status: Updated 3/11/2025

An Ethnic Festival organized by Saint George Greek Orthodox Church.
This Illinois Ethnic Festival will have antique/collectibles, commercial/retail, corp./information, crafts, fine art, fine craft and flea market exhibitors, and 1 food booth. There will be 1 stage with Local talent and the hours will be Fri 5pm-11pm, Sat 12pm-11pm, Sun 12pm-10pm.
Ribfest Chicago
June 6 - 8, 2025

Ribfest Chicago

Northcenter Neighborhood, Chicago, IL

Status: Updated 1/15/2025

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 12pm-10pm, Sun 12pm-10pm. This event will also include: games, family activities, storytellers, theater, dance (for kids' square)
Fifty-Seventh Street Art Fair
June 7 - 8, 2025

Fifty-Seventh Street Art Fair

Hyde Park Neighborhood, Chicago, IL Or Online at

Status: Updated 11/12/2024

An Art Show organized by 57th Street Art Fair Committee.
This Illinois Art Show will have fine art and fine craft exhibitors, and tba food booths.
Andersonville Midsommarfest
June 13 - 15, 2025

Andersonville Midsommarfest

Andersonville, Chicago, IL

Status: Updated 2/3/2025

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 12pm-10pm, Sun 12pm-10pm.
Taste of Randolph Street
June 13 - 15, 2025

Taste of Randolph Street

West Loop, Chicago, IL

Status: Updated 2/6/2025

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 12pm-10pm, Sun 12pm-10pm.
Wells Street Art Festival
June 14 - 15, 2025

Wells Street Art Festival

Wells Street & North Avenue, Chicago, IL

Status: Updated 11/12/2024

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.
Old Town Art Fair
June 14 - 15, 2025

Old Town Art Fair

Old Town Triangle District, Chicago, IL

Status: Updated 10/22/2024

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.
Chicago Music Awards
July 11, 2025

Chicago Music Awards

Park 540-, Chicago, IL Or Online at

Status: Updated 2/17/2025

A Festival Concert organized by Martins' International Foundation.
This Illinois Festival Concert will have antique/collectibles, commercial/retail, corp./information, crafts, fine art and homegrown products exhibitors, and no food booths. There will be 1 stage with Regional and Local talent and the hours will be Fri 12pm-10pm. Admission tickets are $15 - $100.
Chicago Gospel Music Experience
July 12, 2025

Chicago Gospel Music Experience

Millennium Park, Chicago, IL

Status: Updated 3/10/2025

A Festival organized by Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events.
This Illinois Festival will have no exhibit booths and no food booths. There will be 1 stage with Local talent and the hours will be Sat 11am-9pm.
West Fest Chicago
July 18 - 20, 2025

West Fest Chicago

Downtown, Chicago, IL

Status: Updated 2/18/2025

A Festival organized by West Town Chicago 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 10 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: kid area, pet area.
Ravenswood on Tap
July 19 - 20, 2025

Ravenswood on Tap

Ravenswood, Chicago, IL

Status: Updated 1/27/2025

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.
2025 Chicago Summer Tequila Tasting Festival (July 26)
July 26, 2025

2025 Chicago Summer Tequila Tasting Festival (July 26)

Downtown Chicago, Chicago, IL

Status: Updated 3/12/2025

A Festival organized by Social Scene.
This Illinois Festival will have commercial/retail exhibitors and 2 food booths. There will be 1 stage with International, National, Regional and Local talent and the hours will be Sat 2:30pm-6pm. Admission tickets are $15 - $80.
Wicker Park Festival
July 25 - 27, 2025

Wicker Park Festival

Wicker Park, Chicago, IL

Status: Updated 1/27/2025

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 12pm-10pm, Sun 12pm-10pm.
Dancing in the Streets
August 1 - 3, 2025

Dancing in the Streets

1725 W Hubbard, Chicago, IL

Status: Updated 2/18/2025

A Festival organized by West Town Chicago Chamber of Commerce.
This Illinois Festival will have antique/collectibles, commercial/retail, corp./information, crafts, film, fine art, fine craft and homegrown products exhibitors, and 6 food booths. There will be 1 stage with National, Regional and Local talent and the hours will be Fri 5pm-10pm, Sat 12pm-10pm, Sun 12pm-10pm.
Northalsted Market Days
August 9 - 10, 2025

Northalsted Market Days

Downtown, Chicago, IL

Status: Updated 2/17/2025

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 All Days 11am-10pm. Admission tickets are $10.
Taylor Street Festa Italiana
August 14 - 17, 2025

Taylor Street Festa Italiana

Little Italy - Taylor Street, Chicago, IL

Status: Updated 1/14/2025

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 5pm-10pm, Fri 5pm-10pm, Sat 12pm-10pm, Sun 12pm-10pm. This event will also include: carnival, games, magicians, cocktails.
Bucktown Arts Fest
August 23 - 24, 2025

Bucktown Arts Fest

Holstein Park, Chicago, IL

Status: Updated 1/22/2025

An Art Show organized by Bucktown Arts Fest.
This Illinois Art Show will have crafts, fine art and fine craft exhibitors, and local food booths. There will be 2 stages with National talent and the hours will be Sat 11am-7pm, Sun 11am-7pm. This event will also include: 3 stages, food vendors, performers, kids area and more.
Chicago Jazz Festival
August 28 - 31, 2025

Chicago Jazz Festival

Millennium Park, Chicago, IL

Status: Updated 3/10/2025

A Jazz Music Festival organized by Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events.
This Illinois Jazz Music 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 11am-9:30pm, Fri 11am-9:30pm, Sat 11am-9:30pm, Sun 11am-9:30pm.
Taste of Polonia Festival
August 29 - September 1, 2025

Taste of Polonia Festival

Copernicus Center, Chicago, IL

Status: Updated 2/12/2025

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 5pm-10:30pm, Sat 12pm-10:30pm, Sun 12pm-10:30pm, Mon 12pm-9:30pm. Admission tickets are $1 - $15. This event will also include: casino, vodka tastings, craft beer tent, art exhibits, kid's area with loads of fun.
Printers Row Lit Fest
September 6 - 7, 2025

Printers Row Lit Fest

Printers Row, Chicago, IL

Status: Updated 3/4/2025

A Festival organized by Near South Planning Board.
This Illinois Festival will have antique/collectibles, commercial/retail, corp./information, crafts, film, fine art, fine craft and flea market exhibitors, and tba food booths. There will be 1 stage with Local talent and the hours will be Sat 10am-6pm, Sun 10am-6pm.
Lakeview East Festival of the Arts
September 13 - 14, 2025

Lakeview East Festival of the Arts

Along Broadway, Chicago, IL

Status: Updated 2/21/2025

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.
Jsvfest (Jerk, Seafood and Vegan Fest)
September 20 - 21, 2025

Jsvfest (Jerk, Seafood and Vegan Fest)

Park 540, Chicago, IL

Status: Updated 2/17/2025

A Food Festival organized by Martins' International Foundation.
This Illinois Food Festival will have antique/collectibles, commercial/retail, crafts, fine craft, flea market and homegrown products exhibitors, and 30 food booths. There will be 1 stage with International, National, Regional and Local talent and the hours will be Sat 11am-9:30pm, Sun 11am-9:30pm. Admission tickets are $10 - $100.
Logan Square Outdoor Farmers Market
May 11 - October 26, 2025

Logan Square Outdoor Farmers Market

Logan Square, Chicago, IL

Status: Updated 2/11/2025

A Farmers Market organized by Logan Square Chamber of Commerce.
This Illinois Farmers Market will have commercial/retail exhibitors and 75 food booths. There will be 1 stage with Local talent and the hours will be All Days 9am-3pm. This event will also include "little peas" kids events.