Fall is a great time to check out a local craft fair or craft show. There are many happening throughout the Stateline during the season. Here’s a list of where and when you can go support small businesses and local makers, crafters, and artists!
Fall Fever Craft Show at Midway Village
6799 Guilford Rd., Rockford, IL
When: September 26 from 11 am – 3 pm
Cost: Free admission
Shop from more than 40 vendors selling handmade goods and MLM products.
Cider N’ Cinnamon Arts and Crafts Fair at Edgebrook
1605 N. Alpine Rd., Rockford, IL
When: October 1 from 10 am – 5 pm
October 2 from 10 am – 4 pm
Cost: Free admission
Shop from vendors selling art, jewelry, paintings, pottery, decor, and more. View the 2022 vendors here.
Tender Loving Crafts (TLC) Sale at Christ United Methodist Church
4509 Highcrest Rd., Rockford, IL
When: October 1 from 9 am – 3 pm
Cost: Free admission
There will be more than 30 vendors selling handmade items, quilts, bake sales and more.
Fall Fest Market Craft and Vendor Fair at Chapel Specialties on the Square
819 E. High St., Milton, WI
When: October 1 from 9 am – 3 pm
Cost: Free admission
Fall Fest Market has artists, crafters, food makers, and MLMs selling goods.
Autumn Harvest Craft Show at North Boone High School
17823 Poplar Grove Rd., Poplar Grove, IL
When: October 2 from 10 am – 3 pm
Cost: Free admission
Shop from vendors selling art and more.
Fall Diddley at Boone County Fairgrounds
8847 Illinois 76, Belvidere, IL
When: October 8 from 9 am – 5 pm
October 9 from 9 am – 4 pm
Cost: $10 per person 12 and over (cash only)
Shop from over 250 vendors in tents and buildings. Most vendors accept credit cards.
Holidazzle Arts and Craft Show at Winnebago County Fair
500 West First St., Pecatonica, IL
When: October 15 from 9 am – 4 pm
October 16 from 9 am – 3 pm
Cost: $5 at the gate, kids 12 and under are free
Shop from the largest two-day holiday arts and crafts show featuring 150 crafters and vendors selling Christmas, Thanksgiving, and Halloween decor.
Fall Craft and Vendor Fair at Third Presbyterian Church of Rockford
1221 Custer Ave., Rockford, IL
When: October 15 from 10 am – 4 pm
Cost: TBA
Shop from local crafters and MLMs. There will be concessions and raffles at this event too.
Harvest Market Craft Fair at Janesville Elks Lodge #254
2100 N. Washington St., Janesville, WI
When: October 22 from 9 am – 3 pm
Cost: Free admission
Shop from a variety of makers and MLM products. There will also be food and drink for sale.
Fall Fever Craft Show at Midway Village Museum – CANCELLED
St. Paul’s Craft Fair at St. Pauls Lutheran School
210 S. Ringold St., Janesville, WI
When: November 5 from 9 am – 3 pm
Cost: Free admission
Shop from over 50 booths selling holiday gifts and crafts.
Fall’iday Bazaar at Harlem High School
1 Huskie Cir., Machesney Park, IL
When: November 20 from 10 am – 3 pm
Cost: Free admission
Shop from a variety of crafts and MLM vendors.
