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!
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Fall Pec Thing 2025 at Winnebago County Fairgrounds
500 West First St., Pecatonica, IL
When: September 20 from 8 am – 5 pm
September 21 from 8 am – 4 pm
Cost: $5 per person / kids 12 and under are free
Shop from more than 500 vendors selling handmade goods, sports memorabilia, yard art, and lots more.
Cider N’ Cinnamon Arts and Crafts Fair at Edgebrook
1605 N. Alpine Rd., Rockford, IL
When: October 4 from 10 am – 5 pm
October 5 from 10 am – 4 pm
Cost: Free admission
Shop from vendors selling art, jewelry, paintings, pottery, decor, and more.
Elkhorn Holiday Craft Bash at Walworth County Fairgrounds
411 E. Court St., Elkhorn, WI
When: October 4 from 9 am – 4 pm
Cost: $5 per person / free for kids 12 and under / free parking
There will be over 300 indoor and outdoor crafters, artisans, vendors, and concessions. Proceeds benefit the Walworth County Fair’s Barnyard Adventure agriculture education program.
Fall Fever Craft Show at Midway Village
6799 Guilford Rd., Rockford, IL
When: October 18 from 10 am – 3 pm
Cost: Free admission
Shop from more than 40 vendors selling handmade goods and MLM products.
Fall Diddley at Boone County Fairgrounds
8847 Illinois 76, Belvidere, IL
When: October 11 from 9 am – 5 pm
October 12 from 9 am – 4 pm
Cost: $10 per person 12 and over (cash only)
Shop from more than 300 vendors. This is a juried craft show as well.
Holidazzle Arts and Craft Show at Winnebago County Fair
500 West First St., Pecatonica, IL
When: October 18 from 9 am – 4 pm
October 19 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’iday Bazaar at Harlem High School
1 Huskie Cir., Machesney Park, IL
When: November 23 from 10 am – 3 pm
Cost: Free admission
Shop from a variety of crafts and MLM vendors.
