Illinois Agricultural Fairs & Festivals
50 agricultural events across Illinois for 2026.
4.2(160) Happening nowSangamon County Fair
This fair will feature grand stand entertainment, carnival rides, truck and tractor pull, demo derby, animal shows and sale, competitive exhibits, music, fair food and much more.
4.3(36) Happening nowOld Town Art Fair
An agricultural fair in Chicago.
3.2(13)In 7 daysGold Coast Art Fair
An agricultural fair in Chicago.
4.6(272)In 8 daysPlainfield 3rd Sunday Craft and Vendor Fair
An agricultural fair in Plainfield.
4(3)In 14 daysNaperville Fine Art and Artisan Fair
The 66th annual fair will feature over 100 artists and artisans, music, entertainment, children activity tent, food and beverages, and more.
4.4(267)Morgan County Fair
This fair will feature queen contest, talent show, professional truck and tractor pull, demolition derby, 4-H shows and exhibits, livestock shows and auction, rodeo, concerts, rides, great food, and much more.
4.3(213)La Grange Craft Fair
Come explore nearly 200 booths featuring quality handmade crafts from local crafters and artisans.
4.4(76)Clinton County Fair
This fair will feature agricultural products, livestock shows and sale, farm machinery displays, 4-H/FFA shows and exhibits, live entertainment, carnival rides, games, tractor pulls, great food and more.
4.4(110)Menard County Fair
This fair will feature 4-H/livetsock shows and exhibits, grandstand entertainment, live music, kids activities, beer garden, grounds act, contests, carnival rides, fair food and more.
4.2(150)Rock Island County Fair
This fair will feature livestock shows and sale, open class exhibits, carnival rides, live entertainment, fair food and more.
3(47)The Heart of Illinois Fair
This fair will include live music, farm implement exhibits, midway carnival, children’s shows, petting zoo, rides, wild animal show, horse shows, livestock shows and sale, truck/tractor pulls, semi-truck pull, demo derby, free entertainment, vendors, concessions, and much more.
4.4(956)Kane County Fair
This fair will feature grandstand events, midway entertainment, live bands, bingo, car shows, wine tasting, 4-H shows and exhibits, livestock auction, rides, vendors of all types, great food and more.
4.1(29)Chicago Summer 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.
5(3)Glenview Summer Art Fair
It will feature fine art exhibits, music, food, kids activities and more.
4.5(231)Lafayette County Fair
This fair will feature 4-H/FFA shows and exhibits, livetock shows and auction, concerts, entertainment, antique and farmer’s tractor pull, rides, 4x4 truck pull, demo derby, rides, vendors, great food and more.
4.6(272)Plainfield Summer 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.
4(233)Stephenson County Fair
This fair will feature livestock shows and sale, chicken scrambles, mutton busting, tough truck challenge, truck and tractor pulls, lawn mower races, axe throwing and escape room, carnival, demo derby, farm fun zone, cake walk, competitive and commercial exhibits, 4-H exhibits, fair food, and more.
4.5(10)Geneva Arts Fair
This fine arts show will host a great selection of juried artists from around the country who will showcase their original artwork in a host of mediums.
4.5(190)Adams County Fair
This fair will include 4-H/livestock shows and exhibits, livestock shows and sale, truck and tractor pulls, demo derby, cornhole tournament, live concerts, entertainment, vendors, fair food, and more.
4.4(1235)Lake County Fair
This fair will feature grandstand and arena events, motocross, monster trucks, demolition derby, pig races, livestock shows andcompetitions, open class exhibits, vendors, food and more.

Urbana Art Fair
An agricultural fair in Urbana.

Wilmette Art Fair
An agricultural fair in Wilmette.

The Dog Days Craft and Vendor Fair
Local crafters and vendors will sell a wide variety of dog-themed items and unique wares.
4.4(152)McHenry County Fair
This fair will feature open class exhibits, livestock shows and sale, entertainment, draft horse pull, professional championship bull riders, monster trucks, demolition derby, queen contest, talent show, lumber jack show, mother daughter contest, father son contest, petting zoo, hay bale throwing contest, commercial vendors, beer garden, delicious food, and more.
4.5(1295)Boone County Fair
An agricultural fair in Belvidere.
2(2)Plainfield Craft and Vendor Fair
An agricultural fair in Plainfield.
4.4(611)Will County Fair
This fair will feature music and entertainment, carnival, commercial exhibits, grandstand entertainment, beer tent, livestock shows and exhibits, demo derby, truck and tractor pulls, chili cook-off, baby show, rides, coloring contest, kids activities, vendors, fair food, and much more.
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.
4.5(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.
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(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.
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.
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.
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.
4.9(15)The Crafty Creations Craft and Vendor Fair
An agricultural fair in Des Plaines.
4.3(27)Rockford Cider N Cinnamon Arts And Craft Fair
There will be over 75 vendors selling unique items and holiday gifts.
4(12)Galena Country Fair
It will host more than 120 hand-selected art and craft vendors selling their high-quality, original, handmade items, including home decor, seasonal, clothing, toys, jewelry, photography, gifts and more.
4.6(105)Plainfield Fall Fest 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.
4.6(25)Bartlett Fall Craft Fair
It will host more than 100 crafters and vendors selling a variety of products.

Plainfield Fall Sunday 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.

The Last Hurrah Craft Fair and Chili Cook-Off
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.

Ofallon Craft Fair
It will host more than 270 talented artists and crafters selling a wide variety of crafts and unique items.
5(5)Edwardsville Craft Fair
An agricultural fair in Edwardsville.
5(1)Roselle Craft Fair
An agricultural fair in Roselle.

Glen Ellyn Last Chance Craft and Art Fair
Local crafters, makers, and artisans will showcase and sell their unique creations such as handmade gifts, holiday decor, jewelry, clothing, bath and body products, fine art, and much more.
4.8(44)Chicago Winter 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.
Recurring4.6(294)Illinois State Fair
Illinois' official state fair with livestock, exhibits, carnival, concerts, and agricultural competitions.
Recurring4.3(1143)DuQuoin State Fair
Southern Illinois state fair with harness racing, livestock, exhibits, and entertainment.
Recurring4.4(415)McLean County Fair
One of Illinois' larger county fairs with agricultural focus.
Frequently asked questions
How many agricultural fairs are there in Illinois?
Our directory lists 50 agricultural fairs across Illinois for the 2026 season, including Chicago Winter Craft Fair, Illinois State Fair and Plainfield 3rd Sunday Craft and Vendor Fair.
When is the best time for agricultural fairs in Illinois?
Illinois's agricultural fairs cluster in July and September — that's when you'll find the most to choose from.
What are the most popular agricultural fairs in Illinois?
By Google review score, Chicago Winter Craft Fair in Chicago ranks among the most popular, with a 4.8-star rating from 44 reviews.
