Welcome to the free Chicago Art Fair Calendar, offering info on the top juried Art Festivals and Craft Shows in Chicago and Chicagoland for all seasons in Naperville, Oak Park, Wilmette, Evanston, Downers Grove, Skokie, Highland Park, Oak Brook, Batavia, Geneva, Northbrook, LaGrange, and more!
We hope you will be able to attend some of these fine art events this year where you will find the most interesting shopping in America. The shows in this calendar feature artwork designed and made by American artists, art work "not available in a mall near you."
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2013
JUNEJune is the absolute best month of the year to attend art festivals in the Chicago area. Do not miss these fine events.
Show of the Month:
(sponsored listing)
June 15 & 16
Art in Bloom
Cantigny Fine Art Festival
Cantigny Park
Wheaton
Saturday 10 am-5 pm
Sunday 10 am-4 pm
Perfect for Father's Day Weekend: The family-friendly event features more than 80 juried artists in a variety of mediums, displaying and offering their works for sale. Live demos will take place on both days, including Chicago graffiti artist Won Kim, who wowed the crowd during his Art in Bloom debut in 2012. Also expect:
- live music from Classical Blast and Guitarra Azul
- Delicious festival-style food
- Kids love painting the Cantigny "monster mural"
- Spacious picnic grounds
More details below on June 15 & 16 or www.Cantigny.org
June 1 & 2
Deerfield
11th Annual Deerfield Festival of Fine Art
Deerfield Road and Park Avenue, adjacent to Jewett Park
10 am to 5 pm
125 Exhibitors
Sponsored by the Village of Deerfield and the Deerfield Fine Art Commission
For more info: www.dwevents.org
June 1 & 2
Chicago
64th Annual 57th Street Art Fair
on 57th Street in the Hyde Park neighborhood vicinity of William H Ray
Elementary School
5631 S Kimbark
Saturday, 11 am to 6 pm
Sunday, 10 am to 5 pm
Admission is free.
250+ Exhibitors
This show is the oldest juried art fair in the Midwest, inspiring many imitators. One of the reasons this event maintains such a strong group of artists is that most of the artists are re-invited to return each year, and return they do. You will find the newest of beginners here but mostly some of Chicagoland's best artists who return year after year to a loyal clientele.
Chicago
64th Annual Old Town Art Fair
Old Town Triangle
1800 Block Orleans Street
Saturday & Sunday, 10 am to 6 pm
$7 admission
On street parking
250 Exhibitors
Chicago's best art fair. It draws artists from throughout the country. If you've never attended it now is the time! You'll find a very select group of artists who covet their spaces and are thrilled to be with you in Chicago.
For more info: www.oldtownartfair.com
June 8 & 9*
Arlington Heights
Annual Arlington Heights Promenade of Art
Vail & Campbell Streets
10 am to 5 pm
130 Exhibitors
For more info: amdurproductions.com
June 8 & 9*
Chicago
39th Annual Wells Street Art Festival
On N. Wells Street, between North Avenue and Division
10 am to 10 pm
250+ Artists
June 8 & 9*
Hinsdale
40th Annual Hinsdale Fine Arts Festival
Burlington Park
30 East Chicago Avenue
10 am to 5 pm
150 Artists
June 8 & 9*
Wilmette
Art on the Plaza
Plaza del Lago, 1515 Sheridan Road
Sponsored by the North Shore Art League
Saturday, 10 am to 6 pm; Sunday, 10 am to 5 pm
80+ Exhibitors
Located along the beautiful shores of Lake Michigan, the juried Plaza fair will accommodate up to 80 exhibiting artists.
For more info: www.northshoreartleague.org
June 15 & 16*
Evanston
40th Annual Custer's Last Stand
Main Street Station Shopping District
Downtown Evanston
Presented by the Evanston Festival Theatre
10 am to 9 pm
375 artists
A sure sign that summer has arrived is this bustling, energy filled event presenting cool art, fine food and jazzy music. From the historic Main St. and Chicago Avenue store buildings to the tree-lined Washington St. residential area you will enjoy a weekend that reminds you of why you live in the city.
For maps, transportation info and more details: www.custerfair.com
June 15 & 16*
Wheaton
Cantigny Fine Art Festival
Cantigny Park, 15151 Winfield Road
Saturday, 10 am to 5 pm
Sunday, 10 am to 4 pm
80 Artists
Cantigny Park is the canvas and our Annual Art Festival is the paint. Enjoy a variety of artists, inspired activities, fresh ideas and a colorful weekend.
Make a full day of it!
- Stroll the gardens, our horticultural masterpiece
- Tour the Robert R. McCormick, our ARTchitectural piece
- Tour the First Division Museum
- Buy beautiful art
- Enjoy our picnic grounds
- Dine at Le Jardin
- On Sunday, June 16, Father's Day, treat dad to a special Brunch in his honor at the Red Oak Room at Cantigny Golf before heading over to the Art Fest. Call early for reservations, call 630.260.8194
For more info: http://www.cantigny.org
June 21-23*
Grayslake
7th Annual Midwest Fiber & Folk Art Fair
Lake County Fair Grounds, 1060 E Peterson Rd
Friday & Saturday, 10 am to 6 pm; Sunday, 10 am to 4 pm
June 22 & 23*
Highland Park
The Art Center's Festival of
Fine Craft
downtown Highland Park
Sheridan between Central
and Elm
Saturday & Sunday
10 am to 5 pm
130 Exhibitors
Free admission. On street
parking.
This fine craft event is tightly juried, only the best of artists will be here. Held in an affluent community, everything is lovely, and the exhibitors show up with their best contemporary crafts.
For more info: amdurproductions.com
June 22 & 23*
Lake Bluff
Artists on the Bluff's Summer Art Festival
on the Village Green
10 am to 5 pm
35+ Artists
For more info: www.artistsonthebluff.org
June 29 & 30* - new date
Bartlett
11th Annual Festival of the Arts
Bartlett Park, North Ave. & Eastern St.
Saturday & Sunday, 10 am to 5 pm
Free Admission
65 Exhibitors
Juried fine art festival will return to the beautiful shaded Bartlett Park
For more info: www.artsinbartlett.org
June 29 & 30* - new date, longer hours
Chicago
56th Annual Gold Coast Art Fair
in Chicago's famous Grant Park
Monroe & Lake Shore Dr.
10 am to 6 pm
350 Exhibitors
This is one of the best-attended and oldest art fairs in Chicago, truly an important summer rite and not-to-be-missed. You will find lots of interesting work here and have a great time.
For more info: amdurproductions.com
JULY
July 5-7*
Glencoe
3rd Annual Chicago Botanic
Garden Art Festival
1000 Lake Cook Road in
Glencoe
10 am to 5 pm
85 Artists
Enjoy a special selection of art with a botanic theme in Chicagoland's most lovely location.
For more info: amdurproductions.com
July 5-7*
Chicago
22nd Annual Chicago Tribune North
Michigan Avenue Art Festival
Downtown Chicago, Pioneer Court
435 N Michigan Ave.
In front of the Chicago Tribune Tower
Friday & Saturday, 10 am to 6 pm
Sunday, 10 am to 5 pm
200 Artists
For more info: www.artfestival.com/
July 6 & 7*
Evanston
34th Annual Evanston Fountain Square
Dawes Park, on Church between Sherman & Chicago
10 am to 6 pm
125 exhibitors
July 13 & 14*
Buffalo Grove
12th Annual Buffalo Grove Invitational Fine Art Festival
Town Center, Lake Cook Rd. and McHenry
10 am to 5 pm
160 artists
For more info: amdurproductions.com
July 13 & 14*
Skokie
Skokie Art Guild's 52nd Annual Art Fair
Held on the Village green, a beautiful parkway on Oakton,
next to the Skokie Library
Saturday & Sunday - 10 am to 5 pm
75 Exhibitors
Original fine art; free parking; music
For more info: www.skokieartguild.org
July 13 & 14*
Naperville
Naperville Woman's Club 54th Annual Art Fair
across from the Riverwalk, on Water and Webster Streets
10 am to 5 pm
100 Artists
July 13 & 14*
Northbrook
Art in the Park - A Fine Arts Festival
Village Green Park, Shermer Road and Meadow Road
Saturday, 10 am to 5 pm; Sunday, 10 am to 4 pm
80 Exhibitors
This is the 10th year of a fine art festival in Northbrook. This festival replaces Arts in Northbrook. The new location, in the beautiful Village Green Park, brings the festival to a downtown location that historically has been THE meeting place for the village. Please note dogs are not allowed at this event.
For more info: www.emevents.com
July 27 & 28*
Skokie
6th Annual North Shore Festival of Art
Westfield Old Orchard Shopping Center, Skokie Blvd. & Old Orchard Rd.
10 am to 5 pm
120 exhibitors
For more info: amdurproductions.com
July 27 & 28*
Geneva
12th Annual Geneva
Fine Arts Fair
Downtown Geneva
8 S. Third Street
Saturday & Sunday
10 am to 5 pm
Street parking
Free admission
175 Exhibitors
This event takes place on the streets of Geneva, a nice small town in western Chicagoland. Quality of work exhibited is very high, containing a good balance of fine art and contemporary craft.
For more info: www.emevents.com
Glenview
60th Annual Glenview Outdoor Art Fair
105 Artists
AUGUST
August 3 & 4*
Glencoe
6th Annual Glencoe Festival of Art
blocks from Lake Michigan in Chicago's famous North Shore area
10 am to 5 pm
120 artists
For more info: amdurproductions.com
August 3 & 4*
Elgin
Art and Soul on the Fox/Passegiatta
Downtown Elgin north of Grand Victoria Riverboat
South Grove and DuPage Ct. and Spring St.
Saturday, 11 am to 6 pm, Sunday, 11 am to 5 pm
90 Artists
August 3 & 4*
Evanston
Evanston Lakeshore Arts Festival
Dawes Park
1700 Sheridan Road at Church
11 am to 6 pm
125 Exhibitors
August 10 & 11*
Glenview
Art at the Glen Town Center
The Glen Town Center
11 am to 6 pm
185 exhibitors
For more info: amdurproductions.com
August 17 & 18*
Oak Park
39th Annual Oak Park Avenue-Lake Arts & Crafts Show
Scoville Park, Oak Park Ave & Lake St
Friday, 11 am to 7pm; Saturday, 9 am to 5 pm
125 Exhibitors
August 17 & 18*
Huntley
Huntley Artfest
Held downtown in the shadow of the historic First Congregational United
Church of Christ built in 1852
11628 East Main Street, the corner of Church and Main Streets
Saturday, 10 am to 5 pm; Sunday, 10 am to 4 pm
75 Artists
For more info: www.huntleyartfest.org
August 17 & 18*
Lincolnshire
Lincolnshire Art Festival
around the fountain in Lincolnshire's Village Green
10 am to 5 pm
130 Artists
For more info: amdurproductions.com
August 17 & 18*
Michigan City, IN
Lakefront Festival of Art
Washington Park
Saturday, 10 am to 6 pm
Sunday, 10 am to 5 pm
110 Exhibitors
Off
to the beach? Don't miss this art fair in the park on the beautiful
shore line of Michigan City, presented by the Lubeznik Center for the
Arts.
For more information: www.lubeznikcenter.org
August 18*
Arlington Heights
41st Annual A Walk in the Park
North School Park, Eastman St. & Arlington Heights Rd.
Sponsored by the Arlington Heights Art Guild
10 am to 5 pm
August 23-25*
Evanston
28th American Craft Exposition
Northwestern University's Henry Crown Sports Pavilion
2311 N. Campus Drive
Thursday Preview Party: 6:30 to 9:30; tickets $100
Friday, 10 am to 8 pm
Saturday, 10 am to 6 pm
Sunday, 11 am to 5 pm
$15 for three day pass
150 Exhibitors
This
fine event is one of the top in the country in terms of consistency of
high quality gallery quality fine craft. There is a wide variety of
contemporary work for the true collector.
For more info: www.americancraftexpo.org
August 24 & 25*
Chicago
27th Annual Bucktown Arts Fest
Senior Citizens Memorial Park, 2300 N. Oakley Ave & 2300 W. Lyndale St.
11 am to 7 pm
200 Artists
August 24 & 25*
Highland Park
30th Annual Port Clinton Art Festival
Along Central Avenue in downtown Highland Park
10 am to 6 pm
260 Exhibitors
A
highly selective process brings these top artists to exhibit their
artwork in Highland Park. Only original work may be presented. Parking:
on the streets and parking lots nearby.
For more info: amdurproductions.com
Long Grove
Long Grove Art Fest, Wine & Dine
downtown Long Grove
10 am to 5 pm
90 artists
August 31 - September 1*
Chicago
Ravenswood Remix
held on Ravenswood Ave., one block north of Irving Park in Chicago
Saturday and Sunday, 12 noon to 10 pm
50+ Artists
The show is juried and will feature 50 plus artists who make their items from used, found or recycled materials. Remix, Rethink. Recycle.
August 31 - September 1*
Oak Brook
51st Annual Oakbrook Center Invitational Fine Art Exhibition
Oakbrook Center, 100 Oakbrook Center
Saturday, 10 am to 7 pm
Sunday, 11 am to 6 pm
130 Exhibitors
Oakbrook
Center has been voted the #1 shopping destination by Illinois
shoppers, and the fine art exhibited at this event is as wonderful as
what you find in the fine stores. The best of the artists are
re-invited year to year ensuring the quality of the exhibition.
For more info: www.oakbrookcenter.com/events/signature-events
SEPTEMBER
Event of the Month: (sponsored listing)
Park Forest Art Fair
September 21 & 22*
Park Forest
58th Annual Park Forest Art Fair
Downtown Park Forest
The
second oldest juried art fair in the Chicagoland region, the fair
features 100+ artists exhibiting in a range of media from painting,
pastels and photography to glass, ceramics, jewelry and wood. In addition to the familiar, long-time artists, there are many new artists exhibiting this year.
Details below at September 21 & 22
Lake Forest
Lake Forest-Lake Bluff
Artisan Guild Fall Fair
Parking lots of Lake Forest
Bank & Trust
Sunday & Monday, 10-5
50 exhibitors
To benefit Artisans for C.R.O.Y.A.
Live music, BBQ cookout & homemade ice cream, etc.
September 1 & 2*
Lake Forest
59th Annual Art Fair on the Square
Sponsored by the Deer Path Art League
Historic Market Square and Western Avenue
next to the train station
10 am to 5 pm
170 Exhibitors
Free admission, free parking
For more info: www.deerpathartleague.org
September 7 & 8*
Mundelein
Mundelein Arts Festival
Kracklauer Park, 100 N, Seymour Avenue
Saturday & Sunday, 10 am to 5 pm
50 Artists
For more info: www.mundeleinartsfestival.com/
September 7 & 8*
Downers Grove
36th Annual Downtown
Downers Grove Arts Festival
Main Street in Downtown
10 am to 5 pm
130 Artists
For more info: amdurproductions.com
Chicago
Renegade Craft Fair
Division Street between Damen &
Paulina in Wicker Park
11 am to 7 pm
300 Exhibitors
This event is full of DIY crafters. Expect crafty people who were traditionally rejected by the fine art fairs. Sounds like fun!
September 7 & 8*
Deer Park
ARTumn Harvest
Deer Park Town Center
20530 N. Rand Road
Saturday, 10 am to 5 pm
Sunday, 11 am to 5 pm
70+ Artists
For more info: www.dwevents.org
LaGrange
West End Art Festival
at the historic Stone Avenue Train station
along Burlington Avenue
between Brainard and Spring Avenues
Saturday, 10 am to 5 pm; Sunday, 10 am to 4 pm
90 Exhibitors
For more info: www.emevents.com
Chicago
Lakeview East Festival of the Arts
Intersection of Broadway & Belmont
Saturday, 10 am to 6 pm
Sunday, 10 am to 5 pm
175 Exhibitors
For more nfo: www.lakevieweastfestivalofthearts.com
September 21*
Park Ridge
23rd Annual An Arts & Crafts Adventure II
Hodges Park, 101 South Courtland
9 am to 5 pm
September 21 & 22*
Naperville
28th Annual Riverwalk Fine Art Fair
downtown Naperville along the Dupage River
Eagle St and Jackson Avenue
10 am to 5 pm
140 Artists
140
carefully selected artists from across the country show up at this
lovely place to show their fine art. A wonderful place to spend a fall
day shopping for just the right piece of art.
September 21 & 22* - event of the month
Park Forest
58th Annual Park Forest Art Fair
Downtown Park Forest
Presented by the Tall Grass Arts Assn.
10 am to 5 pm
70+ Exhibitors
The
second oldest juried art fair in the Chicagoland region, the fair
features 100+ artists exhibiting in a range of media from painting,
pastels and photography to glass, ceramics, jewelry and wood. In
addition to the familiar, long-time artists, there are many new artists
exhibiting this year.
The
Village of Park Forest will host a music fest on Saturday featuring
four bands that perform jazz, pop and blues. The featured musical
group on Sunday is Patchouli. The fair features many activities for
young children including an art contest, mural painting, tie dying,
library story and art activities and more.
For additional information see the Tall Grass Arts Association Facebook page, www.tallgrassarts.org, or call the gallery at (708) 748-3377.
September 21 & 22*
Highwood Park
Highwood Last Call Art Fair
in Downtown Highwood at Sheridan Road
and Highwood
Saturday & Sunday, 10 am to 5 pm
100 Exhibitors
For more info: amdurproductions.com
September 21 & 22* - new dates
Batavia
Art in Your Eye - Fine Art Show
City of Batavia Riverwalk,
100 N. Island Avenue
Saturday, 10 am to 5 pm
Sunday, 10 am to 4 pm
80 Exhibitors
For more info: www.emevents.com
September 28 & 29*
Chicago
8th Annual Hyde Park Arts & Crafts Adventure
Outdoor Courtyard - University of Chicago Hyde Park Shopping Center
1526 E. 55th (55th & Lake Park Avenue)
Saturday, 10 am to 6 pm; Sunday, 10 am to 5 pm
35+ Exhibitors
September 28 & 29*
Barrington
Art in the Barn
One the grounds of the Good Shepherd Hospital, 450 W Highway 22
10 am to 5 pm
166 Exhibitors
THIS SITE IS STILL BEING UPDATED FOR 2013 BEYOND THIS POINT !!
PLEASE CHECK BACK AGAIN FOR EXACT DATES
OCTOBER
October 5-7
Chicago
Pilsen East Artists Open House in the City
Event Information Booth, 1821 South Halsted Street
Friday, 6 pm to 10 pm; Saturday & Sunday, 12 noon to 7 pm
65+ Artists Studios, galleries, and residences surrounding S. Halsted & 18th St.
Visitors
can view artwork at its source and speak directly with the artists
during the city's longest running Artist's Open House.
paintings by Oluf Nielsen of Seattle, WA
NOVEMBER
November 1-3*
Chicago
19th Annual SOFA (Sculpture, Objects and Functional Art)
Navy Pier, downtown
Friday & Saturday, 11 am to 7 pm
Sunday, Noon to 6 pm
A
gallery-presented, international art exposition dedicated to bridging
the worlds of design, decorative and fine art. Works by emerging and
established artists and designers are available for sale.
November 2*
Naperville
Harvest of the Hands Art and Craft Fair
Community United Methodist Church
20 N. Center in the Fellowship Hall/Parlor
9 am to 3 pm
November 2 & 3*
Barrington Park District
12th Annual Showcase of Arts & Treasures
Fitness and Recreation Center, 235 Lions Drive
Saturday & Sunday, 9 am to 4 pm
100 Exhibitors
For more info: www.barringtonparkdistrict.org
November 10
Rolling Meadows
Rolling Meadows Holiday Arts &
Crafts Boutique
Rolling Meadows High School,
2901 Central Road
9 am to 4 pm
125 Exhibitors
Free parking, $3 admission; children's activities
Evanston
Cornucopia
The Woman's Club of Evanston
1702 Chicago Avenue
Friday, 5 pm to 9 pm
Saturday, 10 am to 5 pm
Sunday, noon to 4pm
55 exhibitors
November 22-24*
Highland Park
The Inside Show
Highland Park Country Club, 1201 Park Avenue West
Friday, noon to 7 pm; Saturday & Sunday, 10 am to 5 pm
40 Artists
For more info: amdurproductions.com
Chicago
The Late Late Craft Show
Mrs. Murphy & Sons Irish Bistro
3905 N. Lincoln Avenue
5 pm to 11 pm
32-35 Exhibitors
December 1-4
Grayslake
22nd Annual Holiday Art Sale
College of Lake County
Library/Gallery Atrium, 19351 West Washington Street
Saturday, 9 am-4:30 pm; Sunday, 1 pm-5 pm; Monday, 9 am-9 pm;
Tuesday, 9 am-6 pm
Free admission and parking
36 exhibitors
December 5-8*
Chicago
One of a Kind Show &
Sale® Chicago
The Merchandise Mart -
8th floor
Adults $10, Seniors &
Students $7
500 of North America's
best artists &
craftspeople
Immerse
yourself in the unique shopping experience of the 13th annual One of a
Kind Show and Sale® Chicago. From one-on-one chats with 500 of North
America's best artists and craftspeople to the discovery of thousands
of matchless items, it's hard not to find something for everyone on
your list this holiday season.
So
allow yourself a little time, perhaps a lot of time, to explore the
distinctive items that can only be found at the One of a Kind Show.
For more info: www.oneofakindshowchicago.com/
December 6-8*
Arlington
Lamb's Farm Holiday Lights Gifts and Craft Fair
Arlington Park Racetrack
2200 W Euclid Ave.
Friday, 11 am to 9 pm
Saturday, 9 am to 7 pm
Sunday, 10 am to 5 pm
600 vendors
December 7 & 8*
Marengo & Union
Marengo & Union Holiday Housewalk
Saturday; 9 am to 5 pm
Sunday 10 am to 4 pm
75+ Crafters in 25+ locations
Visit
Christmas decorated period houses in historic Marengo and Union
townships and view arts and crafts available for purchase at these
locations.
December 14 & 15*
Chicago
Bucktown Holiday Art Show
Holstein Park Fieldhouse
2200 N. Oakley Avenue
Noon to 5 pm each day
100 Exhibitors
This show is an opportunity to shop for one-of-a-kind gifts and original works of art.
December 15
Palatine
Fremd Holiday Boutique
Fremd High School
1000 S. Quentin Road
9 am to 4 pm
Free admission
250 Exhibitors
2014
FEBRUARY
... And in nearby Michigan, and well worth the drive for great deals and lots of fun...16th Annual Garage Sale Art Fair
February 23
Kalamazoo, MI
Garage Sale Art Fair
Kalamazoo County Fairgrounds, 2900 Lake Street
Saturday, 9:30 to 4:00
Admission: $4.00
110 exhibitors
You
know you love art fairs, but did you know that artists, just like
stores, sometimes have leftover inventory and/or 'seconds'? This amazing
event at the fairgrounds really brings out the bargain hunters. Get
there early to get the best deals in painting, photography, jewelry,
clothing, ceramics, glass and more.
For more info and maps: www.GarageSaleArtFair.com
MARCH
March 2 & 3
Palatine
41st Annual Kirk Spring Showcase of Arts & Crafts
Samuel A. Kirk School
510 Plum Grove Road
Saturday, 10 am to 4 pm
Sunday, 10:30 to 4 pm
95 Exhibitors
April 5-7
Villa Park
Spring Festival, An Arts & Crafts Affair
The Odeum
Friday, 11 am to 9 pm
Saturday, 9 am to 6 pm;
Sunday, 10 am to 5 pm
Admission: $9.00 Adults, $8.00 Seniors; Children under 10 are free; plenty of parking.
April 27 & 28
Deerfield
43rd
Annual North Shore Unitarian Church Art Fair
North Shore Unitarian Church
2100 Half Day Road, Route 22
Saturday 10 am to 6 pm; Sunday 11 am to 5 pm.
65+ Artists
The
Deerfield Unitarian Church presents its' 44th Annual Art Show. Expect
to see the work of about 65 artists who exhibit their work in the
contemporary architecture of the church complex.
Show of the Month:
May 18 & 19 - Riverside Arts Weekend (sponsored listing)
Come to RAW - Riverside Arts Weekend, a fabulous celebration of the arts in Riverside, IL, a National Historic Landmark Community 10 miles west of Chicago
- View and purchase from over 70
juried artists of all media.
- Listen to well-known musicians play international, jazz and a bit of rock music, including los Sones de Mexico, Paulinho, Buddy Love, Liz Berg and the Corbin Andrick Quintet.
- Experience a cutting edge fashion show with original creations.
- Participate in the Redmoon spectacle immersion experience and in art projects for all ages.
- Eat and drink.
- Walk or bike the tree lined and historic streets of Riverside, designed by Frederick Law Olmsted, the father of landscape architecture.
Riverside is a 20 minute train ride from Union Station in Chicago. Learn more: RiversideArtsWeekend.org
May 4 & 5
Elmhurst
Art in the Park
Elmhurst Art Museum in Wilder Park
175 Prospect
10 am to 5 pm
110 artists
May 11
Park Ridge
23rd Annual Arts & Crafts Adventure
On the grounds of Hodges Park
101 South Courtland, Prospect & Vine (near City Hall)
9 am to 5 pm
May 17 & 18
Oak Park
What's Blooming on Harrison Street Art Festival
in the Arts District on Harrison Street, between Highland and Taylor
10 am to 8 pm
70 Artists
May 18 & 19
Riverside
Riverside Arts Weekend
Central Business District,
East Quincy Street
Saturday, 10 am to 5 pm
Sunday, 10 am to 4 pm
70 artists in all media
A
cultural weekend in this national historic landmark community, 10 west
of Chicago, whre you'll find art, well-known musicians, a fashion show,
art projects for all ages. Spend your weekend on these tree lined an
historic streets. City living at its best!
For more info: RiversideArtsWeekend.org or
email RiversideArtsWeekend@yahoo.com & Like us on Facebook!
May 25 & 26
Barrington
4th Annual Barrington Art Festival
downtown Barrington
Saturday and Sunday, 10 am to 5 pm
130 artists
For more info: amdurproductions.com
May 25 & 26
St. Charles Downtown
15th Annual St. Charles Fine Art Show
Riverside Avenue between Route 64/Main Street & Illinois Avenue
Saturday, 10 am to 6 pm; Sunday, 10 am to 5 pm
100 Exhibitors
Held in the
picturesque downtown St. Charles on the banks of the Fox River, this
show gets better every year. Free admission and parking in nearby
city lots.
May 25 & 26
Schaumburg
26th Annual Prairie Arts Festival
Robert Archer Center, 101 Schaumburg Court
10 am to 5 pm
155 Exhibitors
May 31 - June 2
Chicago
5th Annual Eastside Millennium Art Festival
Lake Street at Michigan Avenue, just north of the Millennium Park
Friday & Saturday, 11 am to 5 pm; Sunday, 11 am to 5 pm
125 artists
For more info: amdurproductions.com
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I don't see a listing for the Pilsen East Artist's Open House!
The longest running Artists' Open House in the City, the Pilsen East Artist's Open House allows visitors to not only see the more than 30 galleries of the Chicago Arts District, but also the residences and studios of some of the hundreds of artists who live and work in the area. Visitors can view artwork at its source and speak directly with the artists! Award winning courtyard gardens house not only beautiful flowers, but also performances by the EP Theater and many other groups. This is a free, family friendly event.
Located in the area surrounding S Halsted and 18th Streets, the # 8 bus will get you right into the heart of the neighborhood. Or take the "L" to the Blue Line in UIC or the CTA stop on Archer and take the #8 bus from there. Easy and ample free street parking with no meters or permits!
Posted by: Julie Anna | February 13, 2008 at 11:16 AM
Im fairly new to the whole craft show thing. Where can I find listing to enter the events? By the time I find a show that I would like to enter either the date has passed for entry or all openings are filled.
Posted by: Joyce | March 14, 2008 at 12:55 AM
Brenda, There is a link on this site to the Merchandise Mart Fair in April. For the other event visit the Cultural Center's website.
Posted by: Connie Mettler | March 21, 2008 at 04:05 PM
This is really a great list in effect. Enjoy the fair season and thanks for adding me to your list. Please keep me updated.
Posted by: Nick Rivera | April 10, 2008 at 05:04 AM
Thank you, Nick. I'd love some feedback on any of these art fairs that you visit. Do you have a favorite?
Posted by: Connie Mettler | April 11, 2008 at 05:40 PM
Brenda, you are right. You have to plan a long time ahead to take part in an art fair. Six months ahead is not too long. Look at the listings here six months from now, see if they are what you are looking for and then get that application. Time is a wastin'.
Posted by: Connie Mettler | April 11, 2008 at 05:42 PM
Hi,
I am an artist and I would like to display/sell my art at these art shows. but the art shows mentioned above donot have any links, steps to enter/participate in the art fair, contact person or anything...can someone help please!
Posted by: ChicagoArtist | July 21, 2008 at 11:21 AM
Find the show in the list that you want to do, google that name and then reach out to the organization that produces it. Good luck.
Posted by: Connie Mettler | July 24, 2008 at 12:11 PM
I see a couple of the ones I like in the near Chicago suburbs but it doesn't provide information or link as to the cost of becoming a vendor or if table is included. I can't afford 100 dollars for a booth.
Posted by: Betty Huang | September 14, 2008 at 10:48 PM
Hi Betty,
You have found an art fair that sounds good to you? Then "google" the name of that art fair and contact the organizers for the details.
Best of luck in the art fair biz!
Posted by: Constance Mettler | September 16, 2008 at 04:25 PM
Please add to the calendar:
11th Annual Chicago Art Open
Sponsored by the Chicago Artists' Coalition
October 3-19, 2008
Merchandise Mart, 8th Fl.
The Chicago Art Open is the largest, most diverse survey of Chicagoland artists and a centerpiece of Chicago Artists' Month. More than 285 Professional, Emerging, and Student artists will exhibit one work each. For more information about the exhibit and the many related programs, please visit www.chicagoartopen.org.
Posted by: David | September 24, 2008 at 12:02 AM
I have a correction to the craft fair at the Odeum in Villa Park, Illinois. I attended the winter fair (not to be missed!)and picked up a flier for the Spring Festival and my friends and I already have it on our calendars. It states the fair will be April 24, 25, and 26, not the weekend of the 18th through the 20th as listed on your site. The same company does one in April in Omaha, the 17th-19.
Posted by: Peg Luebbing | January 16, 2009 at 08:26 AM
Thank you so much, Peg. I really appreciate this information. Any time you find an error I'd love to hear from you. This one will be corrected soon.
Posted by: Connie Mettler | January 16, 2009 at 12:30 PM
Oh wow! This is a really great resource. I've been an artist for all my life but just made the jump (thanks to my pushy life coach girlfriend) to serioulsy tooting it as a career. I look forward to taking advantage of all this site has to offer.
Thanks!
Posted by: Miguel Angel Menendez Jr. | February 19, 2009 at 10:55 PM
Are the Dates posted on this site for the current year? Or do the dates remain the same for 2010?
Posted by: Allysum | March 20, 2009 at 03:23 PM
Allysum, the dates change every year -- the site tries to be accurate, but it well worth your while to check the date of an event before you leave home to attend.
Posted by: Connie Mettler | March 23, 2009 at 05:22 PM
Hi, I think you do a great job with this, however, it would make things a lot easier for us if you would post the streets and intersections where the art fairs are being held - thanks!
Posted by: Barbara Banas | June 06, 2009 at 10:24 AM
I make primitive dolls and crafts, my website is www.theprimitivegirls.com and I am from Robinson, Illinois and was wondering if there is any shows around me.
Posted by: amy drum | May 25, 2010 at 05:44 PM
Barbara, we try to add specific information, such as intersections, when we can find the information ourselves.
Posted by: Jacki Bilsborrow | May 29, 2010 at 09:15 AM
Amy, we have listed many shows in the state of Illinois. You would need to look on a map to see how close they are to you. We have shows listed in neighboring state, as well. Check those, too. Good Luck.
Posted by: Jacki Bilsborrow | May 29, 2010 at 10:18 AM
Hi everyone: Any tips on where to do a show in Nov. in the Chicago or suburban area? I've done 2 big shows & a couple small ones as a fairly new beader. I also might be interested in sharing a booth.
Posted by: susan spriggs | June 04, 2010 at 10:25 PM
Hello Susan, I suggest you join ArtFairInsiders.com. You will find much of the information that you are looking for there. You will find the Call for Artists, blogs, and topics of interest to artists. It is free, too!
Posted by: Jacki Bilsborrow | June 14, 2010 at 10:13 AM
There was a posting for an art fair on July 11th in Plainfield Illinois. My wife and I drove to Plainfield to enjoy the fair and it wasn't there. What gives?
Posted by: Laurent & Kim Suderow | July 12, 2010 at 09:20 AM
Laurent and Kim, I am so sorry that you drove to a show we had listed and found nothing there. We try very hard to make sure all our listings are correct. I am trying to get to the bottom of this and figure out what went wrong. Thanks for alerting us to the problem so that we can make sure our info is correct. I hope you will be able to find another good show to visit this summer.
Jacki B
Posted by: Jacki Bilsborrow | July 26, 2010 at 02:05 PM
GLMV Arts & Crafts Fair
Posted by: GLMV Chamber of Commerce | August 03, 2010 at 10:46 PM