By the number of Google reviews — a real measure of how many people show up and weigh in — the most popular fairs and festivals in Illinois are led by Chicago Fall Artisan Market in Chicago (18,294 reviews, 4.7★), Quincy Holiday Night Market, and Chicago Fall Makers Market. Here are the 12 most-reviewed events across the state.
The most popular fairs & festivals in Illinois
- Chicago Fall Artisan Market — Chicago · Oct 18 · 4.7★ (18,294 reviews)
- Quincy Holiday Night Market — Quincy · Dec 2 · 4.5★ (13,806 reviews)
- Chicago Fall Makers Market — Chicago · Oct 24–25 · 4.3★ (8,531 reviews)
- Yorktown Winter Wonderland Craft and Vendor Market — Lombard · Dec 11–13 · 4.4★ (7,183 reviews)
- Yorktown Fathers Day Craft And Vendor Market — Lombard · Jun 12–14 · 4.4★ (7,182 reviews)
- Joliet Mall Craft Show — Joliet · Sep 19–20 · 4★ (6,836 reviews)
- Joliet Mall Summer Craft Show — Joliet · Jun 13–14 · 4★ (6,835 reviews)
- Chicago Holiday Artisan Market — Chicago · Nov 15 · 4.2★ (6,106 reviews)
- Abingdon Open-Air Farmers Market — Abingdon · Aug 14 · 4.5★ (5,990 reviews)
- Chicago Travel and Adventure Show — Rosemont · Feb 6–7 · 4.5★ (5,973 reviews)
- Riverside Midsummer Flea Market — Grafton · Jul 25–26 · 4.5★ (4,365 reviews)
- Riverside Summer Flea Market — Grafton · Jun 27–28 · 4.5★ (4,362 reviews)
How we rank popularity
We rank by Google review count rather than guesswork. Review volume is the closest public proxy for real attendance and word-of-mouth — the events locals and visitors actually turn out for. Star ratings (shown alongside) measure how much people enjoyed them; the two together give an honest picture most directories can't.
Frequently asked questions
What is the most popular fair in Illinois?
By Google review count, Chicago Fall Artisan Market in Chicago is the most-reviewed, with 18,294 reviews and a 4.7★ rating.
How are the most popular Illinois festivals ranked?
By number of Google reviews — the best available public proxy for attendance and word-of-mouth — with star ratings shown alongside.
