Illinois (28)

12404702096?profile=RESIZE_400xSeptember 21 & 22, 2024
Park Forest, Illinois

Village Green and Main Street in Downtown
Saturday & Sunday 10am-5pm
80+ Artists
Deadline: April 26, 2024

Application fee: $35/Booth fee: $175

The Park Forest Art Fair is the second oldest continuously juried fine art fair in the Chicagoland region. It is an exceptionally artist-friendly fair with helpers to assist with loading and reloading and distributing bottled water all day. A continental breakfast is provided both days and Board Members provide a wonderful dinner for the artists on Saturday evening at which time prizes are announced. Two years ago, the Board also added a healthy snack on Saturday since many artists could not take the time to visit the food vendors.

There are prizes totaling $3,000. Because Tall Grass is a not-for-profit and gets to know its artists well, it is sensitive to the impact of the costs of participating in an art fair. For that reason, it has kept its registration fee at $175 through the recession and beyond. Tall Grass feels it is especially important to keep the cost of the art fair registration low during the present economic environment.

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This year, the art fair plans to include a sidewalk art event. For families and children, the event will be pure fun and not competitive but there will be a competitive element for professional artists. Inasmuch as 2024 marks the 75th anniversary of the incorporation of the Village of Park Forest, there will be a commemorative element to the fair. It is currently in the planning stages.

Testimonials:

To all the wonderful people who worked so hard to put together such a great art fair; I have always thought that you, at Tall Grass, accommodate the vendors most thoughtfully. Tall Grass art fair is a wonderful experience for participating artists, art aficionados and the Park Forest community.
Sue Wade, jewelry artist

The Park Forest Art Fair was simply amazing. I have never experienced an art fair such as this before. The attention and support given to the artists made one feel like royalty. I enjoyed the breakfast and was more than grateful for the spread that was laid before us for dinner. The award ceremony left me speechless. I have never experienced that level of appreciation for vendors at an Art Fair before. Wow!!! Is all I can say.
Tara McGee, Bayete Jewelry Collection LLC

11001963262?profile=RESIZE_400xThis Tall Grass Art Fair was at its best for a number of reasons. First of all, the weather was great! Secondly, art lovers found so much to love. Third, Tall Grass did an amazing job. Last, but not least, I made plenty of sales. Thank you, Tall Grass Arts Association.
Patricia Stewart

This was a great fair with enthusiastic shoppers and talented artists.
Don Widmer, Paper artist

This longstanding art fair is small but extremely well run and always quality and diverse art. This year, sales exceeded all my previous shows, even with moderate crowds. I recommend this venue.
Ellen Grenier Bevill, handwoven fiber arts

 

Learn more: http://tallgrassarts.org
Contact: Janet Muchnik jmuchnik@sbcglobal.net

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12379007857?profile=RESIZE_400xSeptember 6, 7, & 8, 2024
Mount Vernon, Illinois

Cedarhurst Sculpture Park
Friday 5pm-7:30pm and Saturday & Sunday 10am-5pm
100 Artists
Deadline: March 22, 2024

Application fee: $25/Booth fee starts at $280

The Cedarhurst Art & Craft Fair, a Southern Illinois tradition, is celebrating its 48th year! Join us the weekend after Labor Day - Sept. 6, 7, & 8 - on the picturesque grounds at Cedarhurst Center for the Arts, where the Fair attracts approximately 6,000 visitors. Our Fair is supported by the City of Mt. Vernon, Mt. Vernon Tourism, plus regional, enthusiastic communities.

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We invite you to be a part of the weekend festival as we celebrate the finest in American hand-made craftsmanship. Our jury committee is looking for quality artisans in a variety of mediums. In addition to traditional artists and crafters, we welcome applications from “indie” crafters, and those with a unique or unconventional sense of aesthetics.

NEW REFERRAL PROGRAM - Returning artists are invited to participate in a referral program and receive $50 off their booth fee. Please submit the name(s) of any new artists you have encouraged to apply. A new artist is categorized as someone who has not exhibited at Cedarhurst within the past five (5) years. Once the named artist has registered and paid their booth fee, a $50 refund will be issued to the returning artist. If multiple returning artists have named the same new artist, the $50 bonus will be split evenly amongst those artists. Artists can claim multiple referral bonuses.

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Cedarhurst, a non profit arts foundation, hosts one of the longest running craft fairs in the country, and we are proud of our long history of supporting the local fine art & craft movement. In addition to shopping the art booths, our weekend festival features food vendors, beer tent, live music, and a Kid Zone with make-and-take crafts and family-friendly entertainment. Visitors to the weekend Fair are encouraged to experience our 80-acre sculpture park and visit our indoor art museum galleries.

More info: https://cedarhurst.org/artists-application/
Contact: Sarah Sledge mitchellmuseum@cedarhurst.org

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12369345857?profile=RESIZE_400xSeptember 1 & 2, 2024
Lake Forest, Illinois
Market Square
Sunday & Monday 10am-5pm
120 Artists
Deadline: February 29, 2024

Application fee: $35/Booth fee starts at $450

Join us for the 69th Art Fair on the Square! Immerse yourself in the vibrant creative energy of Lake Forest's Market Square, just 30 miles north of Chicago. As the signature event of the Deer Path Art League for an impressive 69 years, the Art Fair on the Square calls fine artists like you from across the country for this remarkable opportunity.
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Situated strategically in a prime location and reaching more than 22 exclusive local communities, including major city hubs like Chicago and Milwaukee, we invite you to showcase your unique talent in the heart of our culturally rich community nestled within Illinois’ famous North Shore. Apply now to join an exclusive lineup of fine artists, presenting your work to a loyal audience of over 20,000 visitors.

Benefit from our curated layout, set against the backdrop of Market Square's classical architecture and lush, mature trees, creating a visually stunning and inviting ambiance for art enthusiasts. This is more than just an art show; it's an opportunity to be seen, engage with a vibrant artistic community, connect with potential buyers, and establish lasting connections with fellow creatives.

With an inclusive layout ensuring maximum exposure for your work, it becomes effortlessly accessible to patrons eager to explore and celebrate your unique expressions. Don't miss this golden opportunity to elevate your artistry, gain valuable exposure, and forge connections with an appreciative 12369346078?profile=RESIZE_400xaudience.

Based on Artists Surveys:

"I found the patrons art savvy and inquisitive: a joy to connect with."
"Best run show ever! Love it!!!"
"Very much appreciated as well as the space between the booths."
"As an artist, I felt appreciated and cared for in a way that other shows could learn from."
"I had my highest sales all year at your show! Hope to be back!!!"

Apply now for the 69th Annual Art Fair on the Square and let your creativity shine on a stage of cultural significance!

 

For more info: https://deerpathartleague.org/
Contact: Morgan Adams info@deerpathartleague.org

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12360131870?profile=RESIZE_400xJune 8 & 9, 2024
Riverside, Illinois

Historic Downtown Riverside
Saturday 10am-5pm & Sunday 10am-4pm
60 Artists
Deadline: January 31, 20204

Application fee: $25/Booth fee starts at $150

The Riverside Arts Weekend is a juried, fine arts festival held in the heart of the historic landmark community of Riverside, Illinois. This two-day, free community festival is held on the 2nd weekend of June, with the 2024 event on June 8 & 9. The Riverside Arts Weekend has been in existence since 2008 and is accessible to areas throughout Chicago with nearby train station and highways in proximity. The event offers artists and patrons convenient parking, food vendors, and activities for both children and adults. Artists are provided with booth-sitting by our volunteers, complimentary coffee & snacks, and overnight security.

12360132263?profile=RESIZE_584xTestimonials 

12360132466?profile=RESIZE_400x"Loved being a part of the RAW event! It was well advertised with lots of traffic (even on the rainy Sunday) and everything was well organized and easy to maneuver with load in/load out."
"We had a lot of fun at RAW and we found some unique items to buy! So much talent in the world!!! The committee always does such an excellent job putting this event together!" (patron: Lenore L)

The Riverside Arts Weekend continues to grow after its return last year after a 3 year interlude and has added opportunities for artists to demonstrate and showcase their art. RAW also is expanding our event promotion across 10+ adjacent communities.

For more information: https://riversideartsweekend.wordpress.com/
Contact: Charlotte Zia charlotte.zia29@gmail.com

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Call for Artists: 11th Annual Art in the Village

12356895463?profile=RESIZE_180x180June 22 & 23, 2024
Winnetka, Illinois

Hubbard Woods Park
Saturday & Sunday 10am-5pm
70 Artists
Deadline: February 1, 2024

Application fee: $45/Booth fee starts at $475

The North Shore Art League is excited for our 11th annual juried fine art & fine craft fair on June 22 & 23, 2024. It will take place in Hubbard Woods Park. Winnetka is a charming upscale Chicagoland destination, highly sought after zip code, located along the shores of Lake Michigan. This boutique show offers great visibility, enthusiastic buyers.

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Art in the Village is located in the community where the League began 100 years ago! As a beloved community asset, the League has been an instrumental force in the creative arts thoughout the Chicagoland area. This show will be well promoted through Chicago media, local publications and radio stations.

12356896077?profile=RESIZE_400xTestimonials

"The show is exemplary of how a show should be run - attention to important details without making things unnecessarily complicated. Thank you for all your efforts. It is a true pleasure to be included in this show."

"Thanks for a great show Linda and team. Keep up with curating a group of well crafted artwork and quality artists and makers to keep the show top of mind for the community. This is how the event sets it self apart from other similar events in the area. Looking forward to next year!"

The North Shore Art League is celebrating 100 years
of bringing arts to the community.

 

For more information: http://northshoreartleague.org

Contact: Sophie Candido scandido@northshoreartleague.org

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12131256070?profile=RESIZE_400xDecember 7-10, 2023
Chicago, Illinois
Chicago Merchandise Mart
Thursday - Saturday 10am-7pm & Sunday 10am-5pm
550 Artists
Deadline: August 4, 2023
 
Application fee: $40                Booth fee: $2600
 
The One of a Kind Show Chicago is celebrating 22 years in 2023. Held in December each year, this 4-day event features fine art and luxury goods, as well as creative maker products of all kinds from hundreds of juried artists. This annual event also include the city’s finest partners and charities, and attracts approximately 50K visitors each show. The award winning show also boasts an ideal downtown Chicago location, a premium indoor environment, and a unparalleled marketing and promotional campaign. This show can be your best opportunity to expose your work to tens of thousands of affluent consumers who value handmade, artist/maker created work and love to shop!
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The show is held during the busiest shopping weekends of the year and is located on the 7th floor of the ironic Chicago Merchandise Mart, THE MART. The building continues its decades long reputation as being the epicenter for high design and luxury goods. THE MART serves as the home to leading innovators in culture, art, business, and fashion and welcomes around 30,000 people each day and nearly 10 million people each year. The building is connected via an enclosed walkway to the newly renovated Holiday Inn Mart Plaza and voco hotel.
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New this year will be an expanded mentor program, promotional opportunities, artist amenities and events.
 
Contact: Kathleen Hogan khogan@themart.com
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11030613087?profile=RESIZE_400xSeptember 8, 9, & 10, 2023
Mount Vernon, Illinois
Cedarhurst Center for the Arts
Friday 4pm-7:30pm, Saturday & Sunday 10am-5pm
100 Artists
Deadline: May 1, 2023
 
Application fee: $25                Booth fee: $280
 
The Cedarhurst Art & Craft Fair, a southern Illinois tradition, is celebrating its 47th year! Join us the weekend after Labor Day on the picturesque grounds at Cedarhurst Center for the Arts where the Fair attracts approximately 7,000 visitors. Our Fair is supported by the City of Mt. Vernon, the Mt. Vernon Convention / Tourism Bureau, plus regional, enthusiastic communities.
11030613479?profile=RESIZE_584xWe invite you to be a part of the weekend festival as we celebrate the finest in American hand-made craftsmanship. Our jury committee is looking for quality artisans in a variety of mediums. In addition to traditional artists and crafters, we welcome applications from Indie crafters, DIY crafters, and those with a unique or unconventional sense of aesthetics.
 
11030613686?profile=RESIZE_400xCedarhurst, a nonprofit arts foundation, hosts one of the longest running craft fairs in the country and we are proud of our long history of supporting the local fine craft movement and promoting growth and creative expression for all artists. In addition to shopping the quality artisan booths, our weekend festival features food vendors, beer tent, music, and a Kid Zone with make-and-take crafts. Visitors to the weekend Fair are encouraged to experience our 90-acre sculpture park and visit our indoor art museum galleries.
 
Contact: Vonda Jordan vonda@cedarhurst.org
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11001961656?profile=RESIZE_180x180September 16 & 17, 2023
Park Forest, Illinois
Tall Grass Arts Association
Village Green of downtown
Saturday & Sunday 10am-5pm
80+ Artists
Deadline: May 5, 2023
 
Application fee: $35             Booth fee: $175
 
The Park Forest Art Fair is the second oldest, continuously juried fine art fair in the Chicagoland region. For several years, the Park Forest Art Fair has been voted one of the top Five Small Town Art Fairs in the country by the ArtFairCalendar annual survey of “Best Art Fairs in America.”
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This is an extraordinarily artist-friendly fair. The downtown street provides awnings under which new and emerging artists who have not yet invested in a tent can display their artworks. Volunteers can help unload and load vehicles.
 
They also provide water all day, both days and can provide time for bathroom breaks. The Tall Grass Board of Directors serves breakfast on Saturday and Sunday, snacks at mid-day on Saturday and a scrumptious dinner Saturday night along with an awards ceremony.
 
11001963262?profile=RESIZE_400xSeveral of the artists have exhibited continuously for nearly three decades. Other, newer artists come from throughout the Midwest. 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. Artists are welcome to demonstrate their artwork techniques during the fair.
 
 
Contact: Janet Muchnik jmuchnik@sbcglobal.net
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10995839878?profile=RESIZE_400xSeptember 9 & 10, 2023
Downers Grove, Illinois
Downtown Downers Grove
Saturday & Sunday 10am-5pm
30-50 Artists
Deadline: March 24, 2023
 
Application fee: $30           Booth fee: $250
 
The Downers Grove Fine Arts Festival will be celebrating 46 years this fall. The festival is held in the middle of award-winning, historic, Downtown Downers Grove which is located 22 miles from Chicago’s loop. Direct access to the BNSF rail line brings patrons from around the region and the City of Chicago to the festival.
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The festival is currently scheduled to be held in the middle of Main Street. Live music, boutiques, cafes and a children’s art area will complement the high caliber of art that will be present at the show. The show is a community favorite!
 
10995840869?profile=RESIZE_584xArtist Amenities:
  • Bottled water for artists
  • Coffee Saturday & Sunday mornings
  • Indoor bathroom
  • Booth sitting
  • Overnight Security
  • Free parking
  • Artists retain all proceeds
  • Coordinated loading and unloading
  • Strong volunteer support
More info:
Contact: Erin Venezia evenezia@downtowndg.org
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10992553458?profile=RESIZE_400xSeptember 2, 3, & 4, 2023
Frankfort, Illinois
Historic Downtown Frankfort
Saturday & Sunday 10am-6pm &
Monday 10am-4pm
300 Artists
Deadline: March 31, 2023
 
Application fee: $40 Booth fee: $550
 
Frankfort Fall Festival is a nationally recognized Arts & Crafts Fair produced by the Frankfort Chamber of Commerce. In 2022, Frankfort Fall Festival was ranked number 20 in the Sunshine Artist Magazine's Top 100 Best Classic & Contemporary Craft Shows!
10992535092?profile=RESIZE_710xFrankfort Fall Festival is an outdoor event located in the heart of historic downtown Frankfort. This charming location provides a unique backdrop and experience for our Artisans and visitors.
 
  • "You are the best! This is my most favorite show of the year!" Backyard Craft Creations
  • "As a vendor this is the best run show of all. You guys really set the bar. Great event to participate in." DenisePours Ltd
  • "The BEST of the best." Debbie Hoover
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Contact: Pauline Modjeski pauline@frankfortchamber.com
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10973759880?profile=RESIZE_400xRiverside, Illinois
June 10 & 11, 2023
Guthrie Park
Saturday 10am-5pm & Sunday 10am-4pm
50 Artists
Deadline: March 15, 2023
 
Application fee: $25                                 Booth fee: $125
 
The Riverside Arts Weekend, a juried, fine arts festival held in the heart of of Riverside, Illinois, a historic landmark community designed by Fredrick Law Olmsted, and located less than 15 miles to downtown Chicago. This outdoor, free community festival is held in a picturesque park alongside a river, adjacent to a commuter train line and ample parking.
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• Free Visitor Admission
• Convenient parking
• Food Court / Food Trucks
• Booth-sitting by our volunteers
• Complimentary coffee & snacks for artists
• Overnight security
 
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Call for Artists: Fall Diddley

10961108065?profile=RESIZE_180x180October 14 & 15, 2023
Belvidere, Illinois
Boone County Fairgrounds
Daily 9am-5pm
300 Artists
Deadline: February 28, 2023
 
No Application fee  Booth fee: $360
 
Fall Diddley is held the 2nd full weekend of October. Fall Diddley is a premier Midwestern show with juried hand-crafted items. The show is a 2 day-show that features a 10'x10' booth space for a $360 booth fee. Additional spaces are available as needed.
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10961108874?profile=RESIZE_400xBoone County Fairgrounds is an expansive venue with ample parking. Fall Diddley is an inside show featuring three buildings and 7 tents - each offering the crafter a 10'x10' booth space.
 
The MHRL is a 100% volunteer run non-profit organization presenting this nationally-acclaimed craft show. One hundred percent (100%) of the net proceeds from this show is allocated to 16 McHenry County non-profit agencies that focus on the needs of individuals suffering from mental health related disorders.
 
 
 
 
Contact: Kristy Isonhart falldiddley@mhrl.org
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Call for Artists: Art Fair on the Square

10954686685?profile=RESIZE_400xSeptember 3 & 4, 2023
Lake Forest, Illinois
Market Square
Sunday & Monday 10am-5pm
120 Artists
Deadline: February 28, 2023
 
Application fee: $35                                          Booth fees: $450
 
Please join us for the Deer Path Art League’s 68th Annual Art Fair on the Square held in beautiful historic Market Square in downtown Lake Forest. The community of Lake Forest is located 30 miles north of Chicago. This festival is a highly rated, well-attended event of long standing. Art Fair on the Square is the Art League’s signature event and helps us fulfill our mission to bring high quality visual arts to the community.
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Awards
10954686896?profile=RESIZE_400xMonetary Awards will be given to artists in each category. Two special memorial awards, the Dorothy Burgert Photography Award, and the Jackie Blatchford Memorial Award for Landscape Painting. Best in Show and category winners will be determined by judges. Award winning artists are automatically invited back to the show the following year and will be exempt from the jurying process.
 
 
 
 
 
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Artist Amenities
  • COVID protocols in place
  • Complimentary artist grab and go meal
  • Booth Sitters
  • Bottled water
  • Convenient parking
  • Corner booth option
  • Security Patrols at night
  • Volunteer Staff available to assist with set up and tear down
Contact: Morgan Adams info@deerpathartleague.org
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Call for Artists: 10th Annual Art in the Village

10945190281?profile=RESIZE_400xJune 24 & 25, 2023
Winnetka, Illinois
Hubbard Woods Park - 939 Green Bay Road
Saturday & Sunday 10am-5pm
80 Artists
Deadline: February 15, 2023
 
Application fee: $45                                             Booth fee: $450-$775
 
Located in Winnetka's bustling design district, this fair generates large, enthusiastic crowds of art buyers. Winnetka is one of Chicago's most sought after northern suburbs located along the shores of Lake Michigan. The League's 99 year history and quality event reputation is apparent in all of the pre-show interest from artists and patrons. The show will be well promoted. Friendly and helpful staff will be on hand. Enter this early show!
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Awards:
Awards jurors will select artists to receive prizes up to $3,000. Award winners from immediate previous year are invited to return exempt from jurying. These winners will be automatically accepted upon receipt of their application prior to the jury deadline and payment of the booth fee by 2/1/23.
 
Space in this popular show will be limited - giving you a great opportunity to stand out in this exclusive venue.
 
 
Contact: Sophie Candido scandido@northshoreartleague.org
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Call for Artists: 21st Geneva Arts Fair

10926657079?profile=RESIZE_400xJuly 29 & 30, 2023
Geneva, Illinois
Third Street in Downtown
Saturday & Sunday 10am-5pm
140 artists
Deadline: February 1, 2023
 
Application fee: $30 Booth fees: $400
 
Welcome to the Annual Geneva Arts Fair. For over 20 years, the juried Geneva Arts Fair has risen in attendance and notoriety. The fine arts show, from 10 am-5 pm both days, showcases fine artisans from around the country in a host of mediums. Patrons can purchase original works of art and have the unique opportunity to meet exhibiting artists, learn the sources of their inspirations and ask questions about techniques.
 
Downtown Third Street in Geneva serves as a picturesque backdrop for the outdoor fine arts show that has been voted tops by Best Art Fairs by artfaircalendar.com.
10926657456?profile=RESIZE_710xIf you’ve never visited Geneva, now is your chance to see a picture-postcard town, overflowing with comfort and charm on a beautiful summer day. Tucked away amidst the gorgeous Fox River Valley, downtown Geneva boasts more than 100 specialty shops and restaurants, many located in historic storefronts and beautiful Victorian-style homes.
 
ARTIST AMENITIES 
We are offering 10 feet between each booth for all booths (approximate). This allows ample space to display artwork, move about your booth and have several patrons in your booth area at one time.  
  • 10926662276?profile=RESIZE_400xClose artist parking reserved
  • Booth sitters and volunteers
  • Overnight security
  • Snacks, morning coffee and light breakfast
  • Easy loading and unloading
  • Event marketing & publicity: web, social media, print
  • Air-Conditioned break room
  • Festival programs with listing of attending artists
 
 
Contact:Laura Rush lrush@genevachamber.com
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10535302460?profile=RESIZE_400xJuly 30 & 31, 2022
Glenview, Illinois
Attea Middle School
2500 Chestnut Avenue
11am-5pm
70 Artists
Deadline: June 10
 
Application fee: $20          Booth fee: $220
 
We welcome your application to exhibit in the Glenview Art League’s Summer Art Fair. This volunteer-run event is a beloved community tradition dating back to the 1950s. Crowds are drawn in by fine artwork and fine craft, as well as social and traditional media promotion and live music. Our Summer Art Fair is volunteer run and helps support area art programs for adults and children through the Glenview Art League.
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This new location is close to parks and the lake path, as well as upscale shopping, and dining in the suburbs north of Chicago. Surface is asphalt, weights are required for booths. Electric hook ups are not available.
 
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10427735467?profile=RESIZE_400xSeptember 9, 10, & 11
Mount Vernon, Illinois
Cedarhurst Center for the Arts
Friday 4pm-7:30pm, Saturday & Sunday 10am-5pm
100-130 Artists
Deadline: May 1
 
Application fee: $25      Booth fee: $280
 
The Cedarhurst Art & Craft Fair, a southern Illinois tradition, is celebrating its 46th year! Join us the weekend after Labor Day on the picturesque grounds at Cedarhurst Center for the Arts where the Fair attracts approximately 4 to 6,000 visitors. Our Fair is supported by the City of Mt. Vernon, the Mt. Vernon Convention / Tourism Bureau, plus regional, enthusiastic communities. We invite you to be a part of the weekend festival as we celebrate the finest in American hand-made craftsmanship.
10428044470?profile=RESIZE_584xCedarhurst, a nonprofit arts foundation, hosts one of the longest-running craft fairs in the country and we are proud of our long history of supporting the local fine craft movement and promoting growth and creative expression for all artists. Apply to the Cedarhurst Art & Craft Fair and see why our post-event artist surveys offer rewarding comments like: “what a beautiful setting for a craft fair!”; “A+ for hospitality”; and “we LOVE coming to Cedarhurst!”
 
10428179689?profile=RESIZE_400xWe are optimistic that 2022 will be the "comeback year" for art and craft fair events! We were fortunate that here in southern Illinois we were able to successfully host the annual Cedarhurst Art & Craft Fair in September 2020 and September 2021 with some modifications. As we are planning this year's event we hopeful to return to a "pre-pandemic" event with top quality artists and increased visitor numbers!
 
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10401526882?profile=RESIZE_400xDecember 1 - 4, 2022
Chicago, Illinois
The Merchandise Mart
Thursday through Saturday 10am-7pm &
Sunday 10am-5pm
500 Artists
 
Deadline: May 10
 
Application fee: $40 Booth fee: $2600
 
The annual One of a Kind Holiday Show Chicago is an extraordinary holiday shopping event featuring fine art and craft from a juried selection of North America's most talented artists. The 4-day show is scheduled during one of the busiest weekends of the year and provides an outstanding opportunity for exhibiting artists to sell to tens of thousands of qualified and enthusiastic shoppers in an ideal location and premium environment.
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Exhibiting artists are equipped with generous materials and exceptional opportunities to promote their presence and enjoy their experience at the show:
  • Listings in online directory featuring artist images and link, and on-site Show Guide
  • Complimentary marketing materials for artist use - electronic complimentary tickets, show banner ads, and booth signage
  • PR exposure via the show's extensive media relations
  • Opportunities for on-site promotion
  • Pre-show artist webinar
  • On-site educational programming
"People were friendly and eager to see and buy our new work. It was a fun and relaxed environment we enjoyed, and sales were good." -
Cameron Lewis, Camryn Forrest Designs
"A top-notch show for vendors and customers alike. The staff is outstanding, the caliber of artists is unique and the customers who attend are there to spend." - Dianna Dunlevy, D'marie
"The Mart is a perfect location for a show." - Roxy Lentz
 
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September 17 & 18
Park Forest, Illinois
 
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Tall Grass Arts Association
Downtown between Western & Orchard on Village Green and along Main Street
Saturday & Sunday 10am-5pm
80 Artists
Deadline: May 6
 
Application fee: $35      Booth fee: $175
 
The Park Forest Art Fair is the second oldest continuously juried fine art fair in the Chicagoland region. It is an exceptionally artist-friendly fair with helpers to assist with loading and reloading, and distributing bottled water all day. There are prizes totaling $3,000. Because Tall Grass is a not-for-profit and gets to know its artists well, it is sensitive to the impact of the costs of participating in an art fair. For that reason, it has kept its registration fee at $175 through the recession and beyond. Tall Grass feels it is especially important to keep the cost of the art fair registration low during the present economic environment.
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The Board of Tall Grass provides the art fair artists a continental breakfast on Saturday and Sunday and a wonderful dinner on Saturday evening during which prize winners are announced. Two years ago, the Board also added a healthy snack on Saturday since many artists could not take the time to visit the food vendors.
 
Testimonials
 
The Park Forest Art Fair was simply amazing. I have never experienced an art fair such as this before. The attention and support given to the artists made one feel like royalty. I enjoyed the breakfast and was more than grateful for the spread that was laid before us for dinner. The award ceremony left me speechless. I have never experienced that level of appreciation for vendors at an Art Fair before. Wow!!! Is all I can say.
Tara McGee, Bayete Jewelry Collection LLC
 
This Tall Grass Art Fair was at its best for a number of reasons. First of all, the weather was great! Secondly, art lovers found so much to love. Third, Tall Grass did an amazing job. Last, but not least, I made plenty of sales. Thank you, Tall Grass Arts Association.
Patricia Stewart
 
This was a great fair with enthusiastic shoppers and talented artists.
Don Widmer, Paper artist
 
This longstanding art fair is small but extremely well run and always quality and diverse art. This year, sales exceeded all my previous shows, even with moderate crowds. I recommend this venue.
Ellen Grenier Bevill, handwoven fiber arts
 
The Tallgrass Art Fair in Park Forest is unlike any other all season long. The staff and volunteers are the nicest around even kind enough to cook you dinner Saturday evening. And because the show is so small, set up and tear down is a breeze. It’s a sweetheart of a show.
Barb Mason, Jewelry maker
 
 
Contact: Janet Muchnik jmuchnik@sbcglobal.net
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Peoria Heights, Illinois
 
Outdoor - 4 city blocks
Saturday 9am-5pm
70-100 Artists
Deadline: April 14
 
Application fee: $40       Booth fee: $100
 
The Peoria Heights Fine Art Fair provides a quaint venue for hundreds of community members to see and buy works of art from regional artists in a charming setting. The fair draws professional, juried artists and their work to display in classic white tents positioned along Prospect Road, which will be closed to traffic between Glen and Kelly Avenues.
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  • ​Tower Award     $1,000
  • Grandview Award   $500
  • Blue Ribbon Award $250
  • Rutherford Award   $100
  • Support:  Friendly festival team members and volunteers for artist assistance and direction. Boxed lunches will be available on the day of the event. 
  • Parking: Artist and public parking are close and convenient. 
  • Security: During show hours.
  • Weather:  This is a rain-or-shine event.
 
Contact: Theresa McDade heightsfineartfair@gmail.com
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