September 2026 Fairs & Festivals in Illinois
88 events happening across Illinois in September 2026.
RecurringDu Quoin State Fair
Southern Illinois' annual state fair on 1,600 acres near Du Quoin, founded in 1923 and known for harness racing, livestock exhibits, carnival rides, and a major country-music grandstand series running eleven days through Labor Day.
Jersey County End of Summer Farmers and Artisan Market
You will find a wide range of fresh local produce, handmade artisan goods, delicious food and much more.
RecurringChicago Jazz Festival
A free Labor Day weekend tradition since 1979 showcasing Chicago's vast jazz talent alongside national and international artists, with performances across Millennium Park and the Chicago Cultural Center.
Abingdon Outdoor Farmers Market
There will be an array of vendors including local farmers, gardeners, bakers, crafters and more.
Alton End of Summer Farmers and Artisans Market
This market will feature fresh produce, home-grown fruits and vegetables, locally-raised hormone-free meats, plants and flowers, native honey, baked goods, and more.
5(1)Carlinville Market Days
There will be an array of vendors selling a variety of items including antiques, crafts, fashion, jewelry, food, primitives, collectibles, home grown delights, and even cotton candy.
4.3(47)Frankfort Fall Festival
There will be over 300 artisans from all over the country exhibiting their unique products and services.
Kane County End of Summer Flea Market
There will be over 600 dealers exhibiting a wide variety of items including refurbished furniture, sports collectibles, holiday decorations, antiques, or fancy junk.
Park Forest Saturday Community Market
This market will feature a wide variety of local seasonal produce, artisan crafts, eco-friendly cleaning products, jewelry, baked goods, delicious food, and more.
4.5(336)Schaumburg Septemberfest
This festival will feature entertainment on three stages, carnival, arts and crafts show, craft beer and wine area, bingo, free pony rides, Labor Day parade, food, fireworks, and more.
Utica Labor Day Weekend Canal Market
There will be a diverse group of vendors selling their unique wares including everything - handmade, homemade, home-grown, antiques, collectibles or refurbished.
4.4(72)Carol Stream Fall Collective Market
It will host a diverse selection of pop-up vendors inluding talented makers, artisans, and curators.
5(1)Lake Forest Art Fair on the Square
There will be over 120 exhibitors showcasing and selling their original works in a variety of disciplines such as ceramics, digital art, drawing/pastels, fiber, glass, graphics/printmaking, jewelry, metal, mixed media, painting, photography, sculpture and wood.
4.1(143)Lindenhurst End of Summer Community Market
This market will host local artisans, makers, farmers, growers, food vendors, and more.
Rosemont End of Summer Flea Market
There will be hundreds of small businesses and vendors selling a wide variety of items.
Abingdon End of Summer Farmers Market
There will be an array of vendors including local farmers, gardeners, bakers, crafters and more.
Mount Pulaski Fall Festival
It will feature live music, craft vendors, food and drinks, kids activities and more.
5(4)The Broom Corn Festival
This festival will feature live entertainment, broom activities, arts and crafts vendors, 5k and 10k race, a gigantic parade, delicious food, and more.
4.3(873)Belleville Vendor and Craft Show
There will be a group of talented crafters and vendors selling handmade goods, boutique items, gifts, home decor, treats, and more.
4.5(23)Chicago Fall Craft Fair
It will feature a diverse group of curated makers, designers, and artists who will sell their unique wares in various categories ranging from stocking stuffers to statement jewelry.
Deans Greens Market
This market will feature local makers, growers, bakers, food vendors, small businesses and more.
4.6(9)Downers Grove Fine Arts Festival
There will be an array of artisans showcasing their original artwork in many categories, including ceramics, drawings, fiber, glass, graphics, handmade and hand painted furniture, jewelry, metal work, mixed media, paintings (watercolor, oil, acrylic), photography, pottery, printing, sculpture, and more.
Downtown Alton End of Summer Farmers and Artisans Market
This market will feature fresh produce, home-grown fruits and vegetables, locally-raised hormone-free meats, plants and flowers, native honey, baked goods, and more.
4.7(3)Garfield Park Second Saturday Neighborhood Market
Local businesses and vendors will be selling a wide variety of items including value-added products, baked goods, hypo-allergenic bath and body products, and delicious foods like traditional African snacks, barbeque sauces, and herb-infused salts.
4.3(98)Geneva Festival of the Vine
There will be a great selection of artists and crafters selling their high quality, handmade arts and crafts.
4.5(146)Main Street Fall Market
There will be a group of vendors from across the midwest selling their handmade products, vintage goods, and more.
Morris French Country Market
Morris French Country Marketwill be held on September 12, 2026.
Park Forest End of Summer Community Market
This market will feature a wide variety of local seasonal produce, artisan crafts, eco-friendly cleaning products, jewelry, baked goods, delicious food, and more.
4.9(14)Sandwich Shop Small Second Saturday
Come shop and support local small businesses.
3.8(15)Springfield Art Spectacular
It will host a group of professional artists showcasing and selling their original and limited edition artwork in a variety of media.áThere will be demos, kidsÆ art sale, kids’ activities, music, silent auction, gift basket raffle, and food vendors.
4.8(54)The Art on the Fox
Come explore the original works of 75 artists.
4.6(2762)The Pumpkin Patch Days Artisan and Vintage Market
This market will feature over 30 artisan vendors, barn sale, seasonal decors, baked goods, food vendors and more.
4.8(14)Utica Canal Market and Starved Rock Powwow
There will be a diverse group of vendors selling their unique wares including everything - handmade, homemade, home-grown, antiques, collectibles or refurbished.
West End Arts Festival
It will host an array of fine artists showcasing and selling their original works.
4.7(401)Central Illinois Sunday Flea Market
It will be featuring a wide variety of pickers, junkers, crafters, furniture makers, jewelry makers, farmer marketers, collectors, and many more.
4.4(221)Great Midwest Sunday Train Show
Come explore vendor tables featuring a wide range of new and used model trains, accessories, parts, and more.
4.3(30)Hoffman Estates Makers Market
Come shop local and support samll businesses.
Litchfield End of Summer Pickers Market
It will feature all things produced prior to 1985 including antiques, collectibles, vintage items, upcycled items and refurbished items.
Rosemont Sunday Flea Market
There will be hundreds of small businesses and vendors selling a wide variety of items.
5(104)Sugar Grove Fall Artisan Market
This market will feature local artisans and makers, food and drinks, great entertainment, family friendly fun and more.
4.3(66)West Suburban End of Summer Coin Show
Come explore and buy coins, paper money, and precious metals.
Recurring4.4(295)Morton Pumpkin Festival
The 60th annual celebration in the self-proclaimed Pumpkin Capital of the World, a four-day community festival with parades, pumpkin-themed food, carnival rides, and events that raise funds for local charities.
4.8(106)Bartlett Fall Rhythm and Roots Market
A craft fair in Bartlett.
Abingdon Fall Farmers Market
There will be an array of vendors including local farmers, gardeners, bakers, crafters and more.
Ottawa Fall Third Friday Artisan Market
It will feature a group of artists, craftspeople and makers selling their unique wares in various mediums.
Recurring3.8(1467)Quincy Fall Night Market
This artisan market will have local makers and merchants, live music, children’s activities, food, and more.
4.8(164)Batavia Fall Artisan Collective Market
It will host an array of local artisans selling handmade goods, vintage and repurposed items.
4.8(38)Decatur Arts in Central Park
The artists from across the Midwest will showcase and sell their artwork in many categories, including jewelry, pottery, metal sculptures, glass, fiber arts, paintings, and more.
4.9(8)Decatur Fall Finders Market
This market will feature live music, fabulous flips, picks, handmade items and one-of-a-kind finds.
Downtown Alton Fall Farmers and Artisans Market
This market will feature fresh produce, home-grown fruits and vegetables, locally-raised hormone-free meats, plants and flowers, native honey, baked goods, and more.
4.3(27)Greenwich Village Art Fair
It will feature live music by regional musicians, juried artists, children’s art activities, local vendor marketplace, food trucks, cocktails, and much more.
4(6836)Joliet Mall Craft Show
It will host a diverse group of local crafters and artisans selling their handmade crafts, seasonal decor, gifts, and other unique wares.
4.8(194)Kinmundy Fall Festival and Craft Show
It will host nearly 100 craft and food vendors selling a wide variety of items.
4.1(17)Mundelein Arts Festival
It will host about 50 fine artists showcasing their creations in a variety of media.
4(3)Naperville Artisan Market
It will host a great selection of artisan vendors showcasing and selling their unique items in many categories such as fashion, food, home goods, art, and more.
4(3)Naperville Fall Artisan Market
It will host Midwests finest artisans selling a wide variety of items in categories such as in fashion, food, home goods, art, and more.
4.6(318)North Aurora Fall Fox and Found Collective Market
This market will feature over 200 vendors, permanent jewelry, music, delicious food trucks, and more.
Park Forest Fall Community Market
This market will feature a wide variety of local seasonal produce, artisan crafts, eco-friendly cleaning products, jewelry, baked goods, delicious food, and more.
Spring Grove Fall Farmers Market
This market will feature fresh local produce, eggs, fresh cut flowers, plants, honey, baked goods, artisan made and handcrafted goods, soaps and lotions, candles, dried herbs, dog treats, and more.
4(12)The Riverwalk Fine Art Fair
There will be over 150 artisans displaying and selling their handmade goods including holiday decorations and home decor, country/farmhouse and primitive decor, unique gifts, handmade goods and much more.
Utica Canal Market and Vintage Illinois Wine Festival
There will be a diverse group of vendors selling their unique wares including everything - handmade, homemade, home-grown, antiques, collectibles or refurbished.
West Dundee Heritage Fest
It will host about 90 artisans showcasing their creations in a variety of media, including jewelry, floral, apparel, stained glass, paper crafts, metal art, primitive wood, soup and dip mixes, honey products, fabric sculpture, soap, tie-dye and baby items.
4.4(177)Bloomington 3rd Sunday Market
There will be an array of dealers and vendors showcasing the finest in antiques, collectibles, vintage, crafts, and garden.
4.5(132)Effingham Fall Craft and Vendor Show
There will be over 80 vendors selling a wide variety of unique items and holiday gifts.
4.1(143)Lindenhurst Outdoor Community Market
This market will host local artisans, makers, farmers, growers, food vendors, and more.
North Park Community Market
This market will feature a group of local vendors, live music, kidsÆ activities, yoga, non-profit organizations, and more.
4.6(272)Plainfield Fall Craft and Vendor Fair
Local crafters and vendors will sell a wide variety of unique items and handmade crafts including jewelry, art, boutique clothing, seasonal items, pet treats and accessories, bath and body items, and candles, home and garden decor, sweets and baked goods, hand sewn goods, knit and crocheted items, and more.
3.8(15)Springfield Fine Art Fair
It will feature over 80 artist’s booths, artist demonstrations, interactive art activities, live and DJ music, a used book sale, food vendors, and much more.
RecurringWorld Music Festival Chicago
A free citywide passport to global music, with the 26th annual festival presenting artists from around the world at venues including Millennium Park, the Chicago Cultural Center, and Navy Pier.
Abingdon Fall Friday Farmers Market
There will be an array of vendors including local farmers, gardeners, bakers, crafters and more.
5(5)Edwardsville Art Fair
It will host about 100 talented local, regional, national, and international artists who will showcase and sell their original artwork.
Alton Fall Farmers and Artisans Market
This market will feature fresh produce, home-grown fruits and vegetables, locally-raised hormone-free meats, plants and flowers, native honey, baked goods, and more.
Barrington Art in the Barn
There will be over 150 talented artists exhibiting their original works in various medium.
DeKalb Back Alley Fall Market
It will host about 150+ vendors including vintage peddlers, glassblowers, woodworkers, artists, fiber arts, potters, candymakers, and so much more.
Garfield Park Fourth Saturday Neighborhood Market
Local businesses and vendors will be selling a wide variety of items including value-added products, baked goods, hypo-allergenic bath and body products, and delicious foods like traditional African snacks, barbeque sauces, and herb-infused salts.
4.8(194)Kinmundy Fall Festival
It will host nearly 100 craft and food vendors selling a wide variety of items.
Park Forest Fall Saturday Community Market
This market will feature a wide variety of local seasonal produce, artisan crafts, eco-friendly cleaning products, jewelry, baked goods, delicious food, and more.
4.8(27)Peoria Fine Art Fair
It will host about 130 nationally recognized artists showcasing their original works of art in various media, including jewelry, painting, ceramics, photography, digital art, printmaking, mixed media, metal, glass, wood, sculpture, fiber, leather, and wearable fiber.
Riverside Fall Flea Market
A craft fair in Grafton.
4.5(16)Shop Small Fall Saturday
Come shop and support local small businesses.
4.6(18)Stillman Valley Fall Festival
A craft fair in Stillman Valley.
4.9(15)The Crafty Creations Craft and Vendor Fair
An agricultural fair in Des Plaines.
4.5(25)The Nostalgialand Fall Show and Sale
A craft fair in Saint Charles.
Utica Fall Canal Market
A craft fair in Utica.
4.4(1124)Bloomingdale Fall Makers Market
Come shop small and support local.
Rosemont Fall Flea Market
There will be hundreds of small businesses and vendors selling a wide variety of items.
Royal Fall Festival
This festival will feature handmade and boutique vendors, food vendors, kids activities, free goodie bags and more.
4.2(6)Yorkville Fall Makers Market
There will be an array of local vendors selling their items.