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, Riverside, Skokie, Oak Brook, Batavia, Geneva, Northbrook, LaGrange, and more!
We hope you will attend some of these fine art events where you'll find the most interesting shopping left in America. These shows feature artwork designed and made by American artists, handmade one-of-a-kind work "not available in a mall near you."
Interested in more info on art fairs, craft shows and art events? Visit the ArtFairCalendar.com blog, ArtFairInsiders.com
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Please check with any art show during the Covid-19 epidemic before you go to make sure the show is still taking place. We will try to post any cancellations that we hear about. It may be impossible for us to stay on top of every cancellation so please double check before you go.
2021
MAY
May 1 & 2 - canceled
Elmhurst
24th Annual Art in Wilder Park
Wilder Park, 175 South Prospect
10am-5pm
125 artists
For more info: www.rglmarketingforthearts.com
May 15* - we're on hiatus till 2022
Oak Park
What's Blooming on Harrison
Arts District on Harrison between Highland & Taylor
10am-7pm
90 Artists
Over the years, this family-oriented May event has highlighted the District through artist demonstrations, live music, dance performances and an art fair featuring selected guest artists and local crafts people.
For more info: www.oakparkartsdistrict.com
May 16* - canceled
Woodstock
52nd Annual Fair Diddley
Woodstock Square, Opera House, & other historic monuments
10am-4pm
300 Exhibitors
For more info: www.mhrl.org
May 22 & 23*
Lake Zurich
Arts at the Lake
Paulus Park, 200 South Rand Road
Saturday, 10am-5pm; Sunday, 10am-4pm
60 Artists
For more info: www.dwevents.org
May 29 & 30*
St. Charles Downtown
23rd Annual St. Charles Fine Art Show
Riverside Ave. between Route 64/Main Street & Illinois Ave.
Saturday, 10am-6pm; Sunday, 10am-5pm
100 Exhibitors
Held in 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.
For more info: www.stcharlesfineartshow.com
May 29 & 30*
Schaumburg
43rd Annual Prairie Arts Festival
Robert O. Atcher Municipal Center, 201 Schaumburg Court
10am-5pm
150+ Exhibitors
JUNE
June is the absolutely best month of the year to attend art festivals in the Chicago area. Do not miss these fine events.
Featured show: Old Town Art Fair (sponsored listing)
June 12 & 13*
Chicago, Illinois
Old Town Art Fair
Old Town Triangle Historic District Saturday, 10am-7pm: Sunday, 10am-6pm
200 Artists
Hailed by passionate art patrons, the Old Town Art Fair is a fine art show that takes place under a canopy of tree-lined streets in the landmarked historic district of Chicago's Old Town Triangle neighborhood. A perennial favorite of artists and buyers alike, Old Town's historic homes serve as the perfect backdrop for the artists' booths. Artists have made their way to Old Town to show and sell their work to an appreciative audience since 1950.
The Old Town Art Fair is presented by the non-for-profit Old Town Triangle Association. Hundreds of volunteers team up with neighborhood residents to produce this exceptional show that is an all-volunteer endeavor. Proceeds benefit neighborhood preservation, art and cultural programming and youth groups.
Must pre-register to enter this year.
For more info: www.oldtownartfair.org
June 5 & 6*
Sycamore
Northern Illinois Art Show
DeKalb County Courthouse Lawn, 133 West State Street
Saturday, 9am-5pm; Sunday, 9am-4pm
80 Exhibitors
June 5 & 6* - Check back to see if we are able to have an in-person show
Chicago
We will have a virtual show starting April 1st whether or not we have an in-person show. Check our website
74th Annual 57th Street Art Fair
Hyde Park neighborhood, vicinity of William H Ray Elementary, 5631 S. Kimbark
Saturday, 11am-6pm; Sunday, 10am-5pm
Admission is free
75+ 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.
For more info: www.57thstreetartfair.org
June 5 & 6*
Hinsdale
48th Annual Hinsdale Fine Arts Festival
Burlington Park, 30 East Chicago Avenue
10am-5pm
130 Artists
June 12 & 13*
Riverside
Riverside Arts Weekend
Guthrie Park in Downtown Riverside
Saturday 10am-5pm
Sunday 10am-4pm
70 artists in all media
A cultural weekend in this national historic landmark community, 10 miles west of Chicago, where you'll find art, well-known musicians, a fashion show and art projects for all ages. Spend your weekend with us on our tree-lined historic streets. City living at its best
For more info: RiversideArtsWeekend.org
June 12 & 13*
Chicago
46th Annual Wells Street Art Festival
On N. Wells Street, between North Avenue and Division
Saturday, 10am-10pm; Sunday, 10am-9pm
250+ Artists
June 12 & 13*
Chicago
72nd Annual Old Town Art Fair
Old Town Triangle Historic District
Main Entry Gate - Lincoln Ave. at Wisconsin
Saturday 10am-7pm; Sunday 10am-6pm
Suggested donation of $10 per person; children enter free
250 Exhibitors
The Old Town Art Fair is a juried fine art fair with 250 nationally acclaimed artists, a garden walk, live music, a food court and a children’s corner. Artwork includes 2D and 3D mixed media, drawings, paintings, photography, printmaking, ceramics, glass, fiber, jewelry and works in metal, stone and wood. Come see why the Old Town Art Fair has been voted #1 Art Fair in the country for the 4th consecutive year!
For more info: www.oldtownartfair.org
June 12 & 13*
Winnetka, Illinois
8th Annual Art in the Village Fine Art Fair
Downtown Winnetka in Hubbard Woods Park
Sponsored by the North Shore Art League
Saturday & Sunday, 10am-5pm
80+ Exhibitors
For more info: www.northshoreartleague.org
This page is not complete beyond this point for 2021.
Please check back again for the correct dates!
All updated shows will have an asterisk* after the date.
June 20 & 21
Evanston, Illinois
41st Fountain Square Artisan SummerFest
held on Sherman & Church Street
Saturday & Sunday, 11am-7pm
150 Artists
For more info: www.chicagoevents.com
June 26-28
Highland Park
22nd Annual Festival of Fine Arts
held on the streets downtown
Saturday & Sunday, 10am-5pm
110 Artists
For more info: www.chicagoevents.com
June 27 & 28
Naperville
Naperville Woman's Club 61st Fine Art & Artisan Fair
Naperville Settlement
523 S. Webster Street
10am-5pm
100 Artists
For more info: www.napervillewomansclub.org
June 27 & 28
Bartlett
Global Arts Festival
Bartlett Park, North Ave.& Eastern St.
Saturday & Sunday, 10am-5pm
Free Admission
65 Exhibitors
Juried fine art festival returns to the beautiful shaded Bartlett Park.
JULY
Featured Show: Geneva Arts Fair (sponsored listing)
July 24 & 25*
Geneva, Illinois
8 South Third Street
Saturday & Sunday, 10am-5pm
175 Artists
The Geneva Arts Fair brings together a constellation of more than 150 stellar artists. At the Geneva Arts Fair, it’s about the art! The 19th annual Geneva Arts Fair stands out for its unique artists showcasing only their high-quality, original artwork. Geneva offers the perfect backdrop for the event, with its small-town charm. Supported by the local community and frequented by art lovers throughout the Midwest, you don’t want to miss this curated collection of talented artists.
For more info: www.emevents.com
July 24 & 25*
Geneva
16th Annual Geneva Fine Arts Fair
Downtown Geneva, 8 S. Third Street
Saturday & Sunday 10am-5pm
Street parking
Free admission
175 Exhibitors
This event takes place on the streets of Geneva, a nice small town in western Chicagoland. Quality of the work exhibited is very high, containing a good balance of fine art and contemporary craft.
For more info: www.emevents.com
July 25 & 26
Glenview
67th Annual Glenview Summer Art Fair
Lyons School, Waukegan and Lake Ave.
11am-5pm
105 Artists
AUGUST
August 24 & 25
Oak Park
45th Oak Park Avenue-Lake Arts & Crafts Show
800 W. Lake Street
Saturday, 11am-7pm; Sunday, 9am-5pm
130+ Exhibitors
For more info: www.americansocietyofartists.info
August 29 & 30
Chicago
46th Annual Wells Street Art Festival
On N. Wells Street, between North Avenue and Division
Saturday, 10am-10pm; Sunday, 10am-9pm
250+ Artists
August 29 & 30
Chicago
33rd Annual Bucktown Arts Fest
Senior Citizens Memorial Park
2300 N. Oakley Ave & 2300 W. Lyndale St.
11am-7pm
200 Artists
August 29 & 30
Chicago
8th Annual Edgewater Arts Festival
1040-1190 West Granville Ave.
El Red Line, Granville stop (wheelchair accessible)
11am - 6pm
$5 suggested donation
100+ exhibitors
For more info: edgewaterartists.com
SEPTEMBER
Featured Show:
65th Annual Park Forest Art Fair (sponsored listing)
September 18 & 19*
Park Forest, Illinois
The fair features 80+ artists exhibiting in a wide range of media. Several of the artists have exhibited continuously for nearly four decades. Other, newer artists, are returning from as far away as Florida and California. A long-standing tradition at the Park Forest art fair, one that is loved by all of the artists, is that fair-attendees stop and chat with the artists.The Park Forest Art Fair is the second oldest, continuously juried fine art fair in the Chicagoland region. In Art Fair Calendar's 9th annual “Best Art Fair in America” survey the Park Forest Art Fair was voted one of the top 5 Small Town Art Fairs in the country.
Expect also: a music fest on Saturday hosted by the village of Park Forest, a “Kids Art Alley” that includes art activities for young children and a food court. The Tall Grass Arts Association Gallery will be open and will be feature the Annual Gallery Artists’ Exhibit. The gallery and art fair are open to the public, free of charge.
For more info: www.tallgrassarts.org
September 1 & 2
Lake Forest
Lake Forest-Lake Bluff 13th Artisan Guild Fall Fair
Parking lots of Lake Forest Bank & Trust
Sunday - Monday, 10am-5pm
45 exhibitors
Benefits local youth group C.R.O.Y.A. Live music, BBQ cookout, homemade ice cream, etc.
September 6 & 7
Lake Forest
66th Annual Art Fair on the Square
Sponsored by the Deer Path Art League
Market Square & Western Ave. next to the train station
10am-5pm
180 Exhibitors
Free admission, free parking
For more info: www.deerpathartleague.org
September 12 & 13
LaGrange, Illinois
25th Annual West End Art Festival
Near the historic Stone Avenue Station, along Burlington Avenue between Brainard & Spring Avenues
Saturday, 10am-6pm; Sunday, 10am-4pm
75 Artists. Free admission
For more info: www.lgba.com
September 12 & 13
Downer's Grove
44th Downer's Grove Fine Arts Festival
Held on Main Street
10am-5pm
50 Artists
For more info: www.downtowndg.org
September 12 & 13
Chicago
Renegade Craft Fair
Division Street between Damen & Paulina in Wicker Park
11am-7pm
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 11 & 12*
Mundelein
Mundelein Arts Festival
Kracklauer Park, 100 N. Seymour Avenue
10am-5pm
45 Artists
For more info: www.mundeleinartsfestival.com
September 12 & 13
Chicago
16th Annual Lakeview East Festival of the Arts
Intersection Broadway & Belmont
Sat., 10am-7pm
Sun., 10am-6pm
125 Exhibitors
For more info: www.lakevieweastfestivalofthearts.com
September 18 & 19*
Park Forest, Illinois
65th Annual Park Forest Art Fair
Presented by Tall Grass Arts Association
Village Green in downtown Park Forest and along Main Street
Saturday & Sunday 10am-5pm
80 Artists
The Park Forest Art Fair is the second oldest, continuously juried fine art fair in the Chicagoland region. This fall, ArtFairCalendar.com conducted its 9th annual “Best Art Fair in America” survey and the Park Forest Art Fair was voted one of the "Top 5 Small Town Art Fairs" in the country.
For more info: www.tallgrassarts.org
September 19 & 20
Naperville
35th Annual Riverwalk Fine Art Fair
Main & Jackson along the Riverwalk
10am-5pm
135 Artists
135 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.
For more info: www.napervilleartleague.com
September 19 & 20
Warrenville
Art on the Prairie Fine Art & Craft Fair ~ Music Festival
City of Warrenville Complex, corner of Batavia & Butterfield
Saturday, 10am-6pm; Sunday, 10am-4pm
50 Exhibitors
The show will be conforming to the CDC guidelines for tent spacing to allow the artists to be able to social distancing.
For more info: ww.warrenvilleparks.org
September 28 & 29
Barrington, Illinois
Art in the Barn
Good Shepherd Hospital, 450 W Highway 22
10am-5pm
166 Exhibitors
OCTOBER
October 2-4
Glencoe, IL
35th American Craft Exposition
Chicago Botanic Garden
Thursday Preview Party: 6:30pm-9pm (tickets $175)
Fri-Sat 10am-6pm; Sun 10am-5pm
$15 for three-day pass
140 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
October 29 & 30
Sycamore, Illinois 
48th Annual Autumn Craft & Treasures Market
Sycamore High School Field House, 427 Spartan Trail
Saturday, 9am-5pm; Sunday, 9am-4pm
175 Exhibitors
October 26-29
Chicago, Illinois
Mosaic: Albany Park Arts Festival
Twisted Hippo Brewing, 2925 West Montrose
10 Indoor Exhibitors on October 26th
NOVEMBER
November 6 & 7
Elmhurst
9th Annual Wilder Mansion Holiday Market
Presented by Edward Jones
Wilder Mansion, 211 S. Prospect Avenue
Friday 4pm-9pm & Saturday 10am-4pm
60+ Exhibitors
For more info: www.rglmarketingforthearts.com
November 6-12
Chicago
24th Annual SOFA
(Sculpture, Objects and Functional Art)
Festival Hall, Navy Pier, downtown
Thursday, 5pm-9pm
Friday & Saturday, 11am-7pm; Sunday, Noon-6pm
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.
For more info: www.sofaexpo.com
November 20 - December 20
Evanston
17th Annual Winter Arts & Crafts Expo
Held at the Evanston Art Center, 1717 Central Street
Monday-Friday, 9am-9pm; Saturday-Sunday, 9am-4pm
140 Artisans
For more info: www.evanstonartcenter.org
November 20 & 21*
Valparaiso, Indiana
Valpo Holidaze Craft Show
Porter County Expo Center, 215 E. Division Rd.
Saturday, 9am-4pm; Sunday, 10am-3pm
250 Artisans
For more info: www.valpoholidazeshow.com
November 22-24
Evanston
Woman's Club of Evanston Holiday Bazaar
The Woman's Club of Evanston, 1702 Chicago Avenue
Friday, 5pm-9pm; Saturday, 10am-5pm; Sunday, Noon-4pm
60 Exhibitors
WCE Holiday Bazaar features artists who design and/or hand-make their own wares.
November 30 - December 1
St. Charles
Chicago Pop Culture Con
Pheasant Run Resort Mega Center, 4051 E Main Street
Presented by Zurko Promotions
Saturday, 9am-6pm; Sunday, 9am-3pm
100 Artists, Writers, Publishers
For more info: www.chicagopopculturecon.com
DECEMBER
December 1
Chicago
Bucktown Holiday Art Show
Holstein Park Fieldhouse
2200 N. Oakley Avenue
Noon - 5pm each day
100 Exhibitors
This show is an opportunity to shop for one-of-a-kind gifts and original works of art.
December 1-6
Chicago
One of a Kind Show & Sale® Chicago
The Merchandise Mart, 7th floor
December 5, 10am–8pm; December 6, 11am–8pm;
December 7, 10am-7pm; December 8, 10am–5pm
Adults $12
Over 600 of North America's best artists & craftspeople. Immerse yourself in the unique shopping experience of the 18th annual One of a Kind Show and Sale® Chicago. From one-on-one chats with 600 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.
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 1-20
Evanston
17th Annual Winter Arts and Crafts Expo
Held at the Evanston Art Center, 1717 Central Street
Monday-Friday, 9am-9pm; Saturday-Sunday, 9am-4pm
140 Artisans
For more info: www.evanstonartcenter.org
November 20 - December 20
Evanston
17th Annual Winter Arts & Crafts Expo
Held at the Evanston Art Center, 1717 Central Street
Monday-Friday, 9am-9pm; Saturday-Sunday, 9am-4pm
140 Artisans
For more info: www.evanstonartcenter.org
December 3-6
Arlington
Lambs Farm Holiday Lights Gifts and Craft Fair
Arlington International Racetrack, 2200 W Euclid Avenue
Thursday, 1pm-9pm; Friday, 11am-9pm;
Saturday, 9am-6pm; Sunday, 10am-4pm
600 vendors
December 7 & 8
Marengo & Union
Marengo & Union Holiday Housewalk
Saturday, 9am-4pm; Sunday, 10am-3pm
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 10
Chicago
Holiday Market at Lincoln Park Zoo
Lincoln Park Zoo
6:30pm - 10pm
65 vendors
For more info: holiday-market-at-lincoln-park-zoo-tickets
December 12
Chicago
4th annual Holiday Pop-UP
Mill Mart, 2153 W. North Ave.
Hosted by The Weaving Mill and 1733, two companies doing small-scale manufacturing in Chicago
Opening reception Friday 5-9pm
Sat-Sun 11am-6pm; Tue-Fri 2pm-7pm; Sat-Sun 11am-6pm
December 12
Palatine
Fremd Holiday Boutique
Fremd High School, 1000 S. Quentin Road
9am-4pm
Free admission
250 Exhibitors
For more info: www.fremdboosterclub.org
2022
DECEMBER
November 20 - December 20
Evanston
17th Annual Winter Arts & Crafts Expo
Held at the Evanston Art Center, 1717 Central Street
Monday-Friday, 9am-9pm; Saturday-Sunday, 9am-4pm
140 Artisans
For more info: www.evanstonartcenter.org
FEBRUARY
...and nearby in Michigan:
February 27
Kalamazoo, MI
Garage Sale Art Fair
Kalamazoo County Fairgrounds
2900 Lake Street
9am-4pm
Admission: $4.00
140 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
APRIL
Featured Show:
One of a Kind Spring Show & Sale (sponsored listing)
April 23-25*
Chicago
One of a Kind Spring Show
The Merchandise Mart
7th floor
Adults $12
The fourth annual One of a Kind Spring Show offer 3 days of unique shopping from 300 talented makers. Shoppers will find a wide range of price points and media/categories including accessories, bath & body, ceramics, fashion, fiber art, furniture, glass, gourmet, home, jewelry, kids, metal, mixed media, paintings, photography, sculpture and wood.
In addition to great food and entertainment, special Spring-oriented programming will round out the one-of-a-kind experience!
For more info: www.oneofakindshowchicago.com
April 1
Chicago
74th Annual 57th Street Art Fair
Hyde Park neighborhood, vicinity of William H Ray Elementary, 5631 S. Kimbark
250+ Exhibitors
For more info: www.57thstreetartfair.org
April 16-18
Villa Park
Spring Festival, An Arts & Crafts Affair
Held at The Odeum, 1033 North Villa Ave.
Fri, 11am-9pm; Sat, 9am-6pm; Sun, 10am-5pm
350 Exhibitors
Admission $10 Adults, $9 Seniors, Children under 10 are Free
April 23-25
Chicago 
6th Annual One of a Kind Spring Show & Sale
Held in Chicago's Merchandise Mart
Fri, 11am-8pm; Sat, 10am-7pm; Sun,10am-5pm
300 Artists
For more info: www.oneofakindshowchicago.com
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Thank you, Roger. I corrected that mistake.
Posted by: Jacki Bils | May 14, 2021 at 10:21 PM
Incorrect listing, the Old Town Art Fair in Old Town is not the same as the Gold Coast Art Fair in Grant Park.
Posted by: Roger Beck | May 06, 2021 at 04:28 AM
Hello Steve, thank you for sending us that show correction. I have taken care of it. I appreciate you taking the time to let us know. Thank you so much.
Posted by: Jacki Bils | May 05, 2020 at 09:54 PM
The Wheaton Art Walk is in Wheaton Illinois, not on North Clark Street near Wrigley field.
Posted by: Steve Lipshutz | February 22, 2020 at 03:44 PM
Hello Karissa, Thanks for your comment. However, I could not include your link with your comment. If you want a live link added to your listing they are $40 for a full year. Just go to our advertising page and sign up for it there. Thank you, Jacki
Posted by: Jacki Bils | October 14, 2019 at 10:27 PM
Thanks for posting information on the Holiday Bazaar being held by The Woman's Club of Evanston, Nov. 22-24.
Posted by: Karissa Marcello | October 13, 2019 at 03:27 PM
Hello Pamela, Thank you for your show's updates. I have corrected your listing. Feel free to send us your show dates as soon as you have them so that your show will be updates as soon as possible. Thank you, Jacki
Posted by: Jacki Bils | May 04, 2019 at 11:13 PM
Please update the 2019 Calendar for our show Deer Path Art League, Art Fair on the Square! The listing has this incorrect info from last year:
September 3 & 4
Lake Forest
64th Annual Art Fair on the Square
Sponsored by the Deer Path Art League
Market Square & Western Ave. next to the train station
10am - 5pm
180 Exhibitors
Free admission, free parking
It should be for 2019:
September 1 & 2
Lake Forest
65th Annual Art Fair on the Square
Sponsored by the Deer Path Art League
Market Square & Western Ave. next to the train station
10am - 5pm
150 Exhibitors
Free admission, free parking
Thank you very much!
Posted by: Pamela Payton | May 02, 2019 at 03:02 PM
Hello Sandra, I have no idea who puts on The Annual Mid Winter Fair in Kansas city. I have looked around but they don't seem to have a website so it is very hard to find anything out about them. Sorry I was of no help.
Posted by: Jacki Bils | March 12, 2019 at 10:32 PM
Who puts on the Annual Mid Winter Fair in Kansas city on Feb 8th, 9th and 10th?
Posted by: sandra johnson | January 18, 2019 at 12:52 PM
Hello CGward, Our website is set up to be compatible for use on cell phones. Not totally sure that is what you mean but you can view our Art Fair Calendar easily from your cell phone.
Posted by: Jacki Bils | September 24, 2018 at 10:02 PM
U guys need an app for cell phone usage it would be a great thing for your site.
Posted by: Cgward | September 22, 2018 at 12:06 PM
Hello Rena, Is there an ical? What is an ical. We don't have every single Chicago area show on our calendar. If you have a hone, our calendar goes where ever you go. Our website is phone ready.
Posted by: Jacki Bils | May 16, 2018 at 08:55 AM
Hi-
is there an ical download with all chicago land dates?
Posted by: rena | May 14, 2018 at 04:16 PM
Hello Donna, First off, I am so sorry you went to a show and it was not happening. I would like to know which show that was so I can check on it. Secondly, shows request that their event be added to our calendar months in advance. While they make sure to get their show on our calendar they rarely ever let us know that they removed, discontinued, or changed the show. I check shows 6 to 8 months out and verify the dates and other information about the show. However, if a show changes anything and they don't tell us, I don't know to make the correction on our calendar. Amdur shows usually have a live link with their shows. You could go to their website and check to see if there is a problem. I know how it is when you are all ready to go to a show and it is not there. Again, I am sorry that happened to you. We try very hard on our end to make sure our calendar is up to date.
Posted by: Jacki Bils | November 15, 2017 at 11:17 PM
Makes for the 2nd time I have tried to go to something that was listed on your art fair calendar (and 2nd by Amdur Productions) and neither panned out. Meaning there was nothing. No art fair at all at either of the two that were listed on this calendar. Does this information get validated? Or updated when it's been determined an event is no longer occurring?
Posted by: Donna | November 10, 2017 at 04:33 PM
Hello Maricela, This is a Calendar for art shows. We have nothing to do with helping people get into art shows. If you want help with that you can join Art Fair Insiders. That is a website for artists who are selling their art work for a living. Good luck.
Posted by: Jacki Bils | August 11, 2017 at 10:14 PM
Hi how can I become an exhibitor? I'm a crafter I make beautiful paper flowers 🌺
Posted by: Maricela Dominguez | August 09, 2017 at 10:04 AM
Hello Ellen, I am sorry that you went to this show only to discover that it was the following weekend. Rarely do shows send us their show dates leaving me to hunt for about 90% of the dates. I try to have the calendar updated about 6 months out. So, if a show changes their dates I have no idea once I have updated it. Thanks for using our calendar. I will try to make sure the dates are correct.
Posted by: Jacki Bils | July 10, 2017 at 02:19 PM
Hello Sharon, I am sorry that the dates were wrong. I have to find 90% of these dates myself. I try to have the dates updated 6 months out. If a show changes their dates some time after that they rarely inform us of that. That is why it is always a good idea to give the website a look before you go to the show. Thanks for using our website. I will continue to try to make sure our dates are correct if at all possible.
Posted by: Jacki Bils | July 10, 2017 at 02:14 PM
You ought to double check your calendar. Went to Old Orchard today only to find out that the annual Northshore Shore Festival of Art is next weekend, July 8 & 9. Your calendar is apparently unreliable.
Posted by: Ellen Robinson | July 02, 2017 at 02:26 PM
Your information is not correct. I went to old orchard/westfield shopping center today and they do NOT have a show today. You state the dates are7/1and 7/2. It's the following weekend. Kind of annoyed since I went there and found out it was not this weekend.
Posted by: Sharon wasick | July 01, 2017 at 04:11 PM
Hello Patricia. Thanks for sending your show info in to us. Show info is not posted here. If you would like to submit your show to be included on our calendar, go to our website and click the link to submit your show. We will go from there.
Posted by: Jacki Bils | June 20, 2017 at 05:17 PM
Wine and Art Walk
Posted by: Patricia MacMillan | June 06, 2017 at 05:56 PM
Hello Linda. We don't publish shows in the comment section. If you want to list your show with us go to the home page and click on Advertise your show with us in the left hand column. You will find directions on how to list your show on our calendar.
Posted by: Jacki Bils | November 30, 2016 at 12:37 AM