Events
With over 800 Festivals & Events running year round, concerts that include the top touring musical acts, countless farmers markets and car shows in the Chicago Southland, the hard part isn’t deciding IF you should come but rather which event you ARE going to attend.
Whether it is Snow Day Festival at the Plum Creek Nature Center in January, Irish Fest at Chicago’s Gaelic Park in May, any of our year round farmers markets or Lansing Autumn Fest in October, you won’t have to travel far to find family friendly activities for any age.
Due to COVID-19 recommendations, many events in the Chicago Southland are being postponed or cancelled. Please check the event website or call the number listed to get up-to-date information on specific events. For more information on the Restore Illinois plan, please click here. Although events may be postponed or cancelled, virtual events are still taking place.
For a current list of virtual events taking place throughout the Chicago Southland, please click here.
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Below are the next 23 upcoming Arts events in the Chicago Southland. Use the form above to search for specific events.
Wheelchair Accessibled Displays/Arts/Crafts
ag Agricultural/Food/Harvest
c Cultural Event
w Workshop/Seminar
$ Admission Fee
h Holiday Celebration
m Music (Live)
o Outdoor Activity
s Sports Event/Recreational
f Fair, Carnival
e Expo/Consumer Show
p Parade
LOTTON ART GLASS SPRING OPEN HOUSE
Apr 30, 2021
Lotton Art Glass Gallery & Studios
24760 South Country Lane, Crete, IL
708-672-1400
Come to our Annual Spring Open House, where you can watch live glassblowing in our hot shop and peruse our newest creations in our gallery next door. Celebrate with us 50 years of fine art glass! Face masks are required and social distancing is encouraged.
F 10AM-7PM
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Lotton Art Glass Gallery & Studios
24760 South Country Lane, Crete, IL
708-672-1400
Come to our Annual Spring Open House, where you can watch live glassblowing in our hot shop and peruse our newest creations in our gallery next door. Celebrate with us 50 years of fine art glass! Face masks are required and social distancing is encouraged.
F 10AM-7PM
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LOTTON ART GLASS SPRING OPEN HOUSE
May 1, 2021
Lotton Art Glass Gallery & Studios
24760 South Country Lane, Crete, IL
708-672-1400
Come to our Annual Spring Open House, where you can watch live glassblowing in our hot shop and peruse our newest creations in our gallery next door. Celebrate with us 50 years of fine art glass! Face masks are required and social distancing is encouraged.
Sa 10AM-5PM
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Lotton Art Glass Gallery & Studios
24760 South Country Lane, Crete, IL
708-672-1400
Come to our Annual Spring Open House, where you can watch live glassblowing in our hot shop and peruse our newest creations in our gallery next door. Celebrate with us 50 years of fine art glass! Face masks are required and social distancing is encouraged.
Sa 10AM-5PM
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ART RECEPTION: SCHOOL DISTRICT 146
May 5, 2021
Vogt Visual Arts Center
17420 South 67th Court, Tinley Park, IL
708-342-4200
The VVAC May Gallery will portray artist submissions from School District 146 from May 4-29! The open artist reception will have facility limitations/restrictions on Wednesday, may 5 from 5:30-6:30pm. Face masks are required and social distancing is encouraged!
5:30-6:30PM
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Vogt Visual Arts Center
17420 South 67th Court, Tinley Park, IL
708-342-4200
The VVAC May Gallery will portray artist submissions from School District 146 from May 4-29! The open artist reception will have facility limitations/restrictions on Wednesday, may 5 from 5:30-6:30pm. Face masks are required and social distancing is encouraged!
5:30-6:30PM
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Lure in the Memories Memorial Day Weekend
May 28, 2021 - May 30, 2021
Monee Reservoir
27341 Ridgeland Avenue, Monee, IL
Please note: Masks are required for all in-person, indoor & outdoor program participants, with the exception of those younger than 2 yrs old & those with a medical condition or disability that prevents them from wearing one, per state guidelines. Is there someone meaningful in your life who deserves to be recognized? Past or present, now is your chance to celebrate them. Maybe it’s the person who taught you how to fish, somebody you shared your love of local history with or a hiking buddy. Blank cards & craft items will be on hand for you to express your sentiments. However you choose to commemorate that special someone, it will be on full display around the concession building from Memorial Day weekend into June. Fee: Free! Age: All ages. No registration is required for this event. This program takes place inside an accessible facility. Anyone who requires an auxiliary aid or service to participate in this program should submit a request online(https://www.reconnectwithnature.org/americans-with...)no later than 48 hours before the program.
6AM-7PM
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Monee Reservoir
27341 Ridgeland Avenue, Monee, IL
Please note: Masks are required for all in-person, indoor & outdoor program participants, with the exception of those younger than 2 yrs old & those with a medical condition or disability that prevents them from wearing one, per state guidelines. Is there someone meaningful in your life who deserves to be recognized? Past or present, now is your chance to celebrate them. Maybe it’s the person who taught you how to fish, somebody you shared your love of local history with or a hiking buddy. Blank cards & craft items will be on hand for you to express your sentiments. However you choose to commemorate that special someone, it will be on full display around the concession building from Memorial Day weekend into June. Fee: Free! Age: All ages. No registration is required for this event. This program takes place inside an accessible facility. Anyone who requires an auxiliary aid or service to participate in this program should submit a request online(https://www.reconnectwithnature.org/americans-with...)no later than 48 hours before the program.
6AM-7PM
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MARKET AT THE PARK
Jun 3, 2021
Crescent Park
9705 West 142nd Street, Orland Park, IL
708-403-5000
Market at the Park returns to Crescent Park (near the 143rd Street Metra station) this summer & has been extended to 10 weeks! Featuring a variety of food (ready to eat & specialty foods), gardening, artisanal & handmade arts, crafts, vintage decor & the Market Roamers children's program, free weekly entertainment, there's something for everyone. Market scope & activities are subject to change.
Th 4-8PM
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Crescent Park
9705 West 142nd Street, Orland Park, IL
708-403-5000
Market at the Park returns to Crescent Park (near the 143rd Street Metra station) this summer & has been extended to 10 weeks! Featuring a variety of food (ready to eat & specialty foods), gardening, artisanal & handmade arts, crafts, vintage decor & the Market Roamers children's program, free weekly entertainment, there's something for everyone. Market scope & activities are subject to change.
Th 4-8PM
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KDS COIN SHOW
Jun 6, 2021
Will County Fairgrounds
710 West Street, Peotone, IL
708-670-3469
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Will County Fairgrounds
710 West Street, Peotone, IL
708-670-3469
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MARKET AT THE PARK
Jun 10, 2021
Crescent Park
9705 West 142nd Street, Orland Park, IL
708-403-5000
Market at the Park returns to Crescent Park (near the 143rd Street Metra station) this summer & has been extended to 10 weeks! Featuring a variety of food (ready to eat & specialty foods), gardening, artisanal & handmade arts, crafts, vintage decor & the Market Roamers children's program, free weekly entertainment, there's something for everyone. Market scope & activities are subject to change.
Th 4-8PM
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Crescent Park
9705 West 142nd Street, Orland Park, IL
708-403-5000
Market at the Park returns to Crescent Park (near the 143rd Street Metra station) this summer & has been extended to 10 weeks! Featuring a variety of food (ready to eat & specialty foods), gardening, artisanal & handmade arts, crafts, vintage decor & the Market Roamers children's program, free weekly entertainment, there's something for everyone. Market scope & activities are subject to change.
Th 4-8PM
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ART RECEPTION: OPEN SHOW A FEAST FOR THE EYES
Jun 12, 2021
Vogt Visual Arts Center
17420 South 67th Court, Tinley Park, IL
708-342-4200
The VVAC June Gallery will portray artist submissions from the public from June 1-26! The open artist reception will have facility limitation/restrictions on Saturday, June 12 from 1:00 - 3:00pm. Face masks are required and social distancing is encouraged!
1-3PM
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Vogt Visual Arts Center
17420 South 67th Court, Tinley Park, IL
708-342-4200
The VVAC June Gallery will portray artist submissions from the public from June 1-26! The open artist reception will have facility limitation/restrictions on Saturday, June 12 from 1:00 - 3:00pm. Face masks are required and social distancing is encouraged!
1-3PM
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FOOD TRUCK & ART FESTIVAL
Jun 13, 2021
Vogt Visual Arts Center
17420 South 67th Court, Tinley Park, IL
708-342-4200
Come celebrate art and food at this all day event! This day features many original works of art by local artists along with a variety of food trucks to satisfy every appetite.
10AM-3PM
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Vogt Visual Arts Center
17420 South 67th Court, Tinley Park, IL
708-342-4200
Come celebrate art and food at this all day event! This day features many original works of art by local artists along with a variety of food trucks to satisfy every appetite.
10AM-3PM
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MARKET AT THE PARK
Jun 17, 2021
Crescent Park
9705 West 142nd Street, Orland Park, IL
708-403-5000
Market at the Park returns to Crescent Park (near the 143rd Street Metra station) this summer & has been extended to 10 weeks! Featuring a variety of food (ready to eat & specialty foods), gardening, artisanal & handmade arts, crafts, vintage decor & the Market Roamers children's program, free weekly entertainment, there's something for everyone. Market scope & activities are subject to change.
Th 4-8PM
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Crescent Park
9705 West 142nd Street, Orland Park, IL
708-403-5000
Market at the Park returns to Crescent Park (near the 143rd Street Metra station) this summer & has been extended to 10 weeks! Featuring a variety of food (ready to eat & specialty foods), gardening, artisanal & handmade arts, crafts, vintage decor & the Market Roamers children's program, free weekly entertainment, there's something for everyone. Market scope & activities are subject to change.
Th 4-8PM
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CRETE WOMEN'S CLUB 30th GARDEN WALK AND CRAFT FAIR
Jun 23, 2021
Crete methodist Church Parking Lot (Ticket pick up & Fair)
1321 Min Street, Crete, IL
708-672-9438
Five lovely gardens & a unique craft fair are summer highlights in the quaint Village of Crete. Local restaurants are available for lunch as walkers share a relaxing “Day in the Country” with friends. Tickets are available on walk days, via phone, website or local venues. Tu 4-7PM., walk only, W-Th 9AM-4PM walk & fair.
Tu 4-7PM., walk only, W-Th 9AM-4PM walk & fair
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Crete methodist Church Parking Lot (Ticket pick up & Fair)
1321 Min Street, Crete, IL
708-672-9438
Five lovely gardens & a unique craft fair are summer highlights in the quaint Village of Crete. Local restaurants are available for lunch as walkers share a relaxing “Day in the Country” with friends. Tickets are available on walk days, via phone, website or local venues. Tu 4-7PM., walk only, W-Th 9AM-4PM walk & fair.
Tu 4-7PM., walk only, W-Th 9AM-4PM walk & fair
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MARKET AT THE PARK
Jun 24, 2021
Crescent Park
9705 West 142nd Street, Orland Park, IL
708-403-5000
Market at the Park returns to Crescent Park (near the 143rd Street Metra station) this summer & has been extended to 10 weeks! Featuring a variety of food (ready to eat & specialty foods), gardening, artisanal & handmade arts, crafts, vintage decor & the Market Roamers children's program, free weekly entertainment, there's something for everyone. Market scope & activities are subject to change.
Th 4-8PM
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Crescent Park
9705 West 142nd Street, Orland Park, IL
708-403-5000
Market at the Park returns to Crescent Park (near the 143rd Street Metra station) this summer & has been extended to 10 weeks! Featuring a variety of food (ready to eat & specialty foods), gardening, artisanal & handmade arts, crafts, vintage decor & the Market Roamers children's program, free weekly entertainment, there's something for everyone. Market scope & activities are subject to change.
Th 4-8PM
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MARKET AT THE PARK
Jul 8, 2021
Crescent Park
9705 West 142nd Street, Orland Park, IL
708-403-5000
Market at the Park returns to Crescent Park (near the 143rd Street Metra station) this summer & has been extended to 10 weeks! Featuring a variety of food (ready to eat & specialty foods), gardening, artisanal & handmade arts, crafts, vintage decor & the Market Roamers children's program, free weekly entertainment, there's something for everyone. Market scope & activities are subject to change.
Th 4-8PM
Visit Website ag d o
Crescent Park
9705 West 142nd Street, Orland Park, IL
708-403-5000
Market at the Park returns to Crescent Park (near the 143rd Street Metra station) this summer & has been extended to 10 weeks! Featuring a variety of food (ready to eat & specialty foods), gardening, artisanal & handmade arts, crafts, vintage decor & the Market Roamers children's program, free weekly entertainment, there's something for everyone. Market scope & activities are subject to change.
Th 4-8PM
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MARKET AT THE PARK
Jul 15, 2021
Crescent Park
9705 West 142nd Street, Orland Park, IL
708-403-5000
Market at the Park returns to Crescent Park (near the 143rd Street Metra station) this summer & has been extended to 10 weeks! Featuring a variety of food (ready to eat & specialty foods), gardening, artisanal & handmade arts, crafts, vintage decor & the Market Roamers children's program, free weekly entertainment, there's something for everyone. Market scope & activities are subject to change.
Th 4-8PM
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Crescent Park
9705 West 142nd Street, Orland Park, IL
708-403-5000
Market at the Park returns to Crescent Park (near the 143rd Street Metra station) this summer & has been extended to 10 weeks! Featuring a variety of food (ready to eat & specialty foods), gardening, artisanal & handmade arts, crafts, vintage decor & the Market Roamers children's program, free weekly entertainment, there's something for everyone. Market scope & activities are subject to change.
Th 4-8PM
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MARKET AT THE PARK
Jul 22, 2021
Crescent Park
9705 West 142nd Street, Orland Park, IL
708-403-5000
Market at the Park returns to Crescent Park (near the 143rd Street Metra station) this summer & has been extended to 10 weeks! Featuring a variety of food (ready to eat & specialty foods), gardening, artisanal & handmade arts, crafts, vintage decor & the Market Roamers children's program, free weekly entertainment, there's something for everyone. Market scope & activities are subject to change.
Th 4-8PM
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Crescent Park
9705 West 142nd Street, Orland Park, IL
708-403-5000
Market at the Park returns to Crescent Park (near the 143rd Street Metra station) this summer & has been extended to 10 weeks! Featuring a variety of food (ready to eat & specialty foods), gardening, artisanal & handmade arts, crafts, vintage decor & the Market Roamers children's program, free weekly entertainment, there's something for everyone. Market scope & activities are subject to change.
Th 4-8PM
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MARKET AT THE PARK
Jul 29, 2021
Crescent Park
9705 West 142nd Street, Orland Park, IL
708-403-5000
Market at the Park returns to Crescent Park (near the 143rd Street Metra station) this summer & has been extended to 10 weeks! Featuring a variety of food (ready to eat & specialty foods), gardening, artisanal & handmade arts, crafts, vintage decor & the Market Roamers children's program, free weekly entertainment, there's something for everyone. Market scope & activities are subject to change.
Th 4-8PM
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Crescent Park
9705 West 142nd Street, Orland Park, IL
708-403-5000
Market at the Park returns to Crescent Park (near the 143rd Street Metra station) this summer & has been extended to 10 weeks! Featuring a variety of food (ready to eat & specialty foods), gardening, artisanal & handmade arts, crafts, vintage decor & the Market Roamers children's program, free weekly entertainment, there's something for everyone. Market scope & activities are subject to change.
Th 4-8PM
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MARKET AT THE PARK
Aug 12, 2021
Crescent Park
9705 West 142nd Street, Orland Park, IL
708-403-5000
Market at the Park returns to Crescent Park (near the 143rd Street Metra station) this summer & has been extended to 10 weeks! Featuring a variety of food (ready to eat & specialty foods), gardening, artisanal & handmade arts, crafts, vintage decor & the Market Roamers children's program, free weekly entertainment, there's something for everyone. Market scope & activities are subject to change.
Th 4-8PM
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Crescent Park
9705 West 142nd Street, Orland Park, IL
708-403-5000
Market at the Park returns to Crescent Park (near the 143rd Street Metra station) this summer & has been extended to 10 weeks! Featuring a variety of food (ready to eat & specialty foods), gardening, artisanal & handmade arts, crafts, vintage decor & the Market Roamers children's program, free weekly entertainment, there's something for everyone. Market scope & activities are subject to change.
Th 4-8PM
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MARKET AT THE PARK
Aug 19, 2021
Crescent Park
9705 West 142nd Street, Orland Park, IL
708-403-5000
Market at the Park returns to Crescent Park (near the 143rd Street Metra station) this summer & has been extended to 10 weeks! Featuring a variety of food (ready to eat & specialty foods), gardening, artisanal & handmade arts, crafts, vintage decor & the Market Roamers children's program, free weekly entertainment, there's something for everyone. Market scope & activities are subject to change.
Th 4-8PM
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Crescent Park
9705 West 142nd Street, Orland Park, IL
708-403-5000
Market at the Park returns to Crescent Park (near the 143rd Street Metra station) this summer & has been extended to 10 weeks! Featuring a variety of food (ready to eat & specialty foods), gardening, artisanal & handmade arts, crafts, vintage decor & the Market Roamers children's program, free weekly entertainment, there's something for everyone. Market scope & activities are subject to change.
Th 4-8PM
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WILL COUNTY FAIR
Aug 25, 2021 - Aug 29, 2021
Will County Fairgrounds
710 West Street, Peotone, IL
708-258-9359
Our local fair includes livestock judging as well as arts and crafts judging. Free family entertainment tent. Carnival, food, grandstand entertainment and commercial exhibits and a beer tent.
7AM-12AM
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Will County Fairgrounds
710 West Street, Peotone, IL
708-258-9359
Our local fair includes livestock judging as well as arts and crafts judging. Free family entertainment tent. Carnival, food, grandstand entertainment and commercial exhibits and a beer tent.
7AM-12AM
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KDS COIN SHOW
Sep 19, 2021
Will County Fairgrounds
710 West Street, Peotone, IL
708-670-3469
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Will County Fairgrounds
710 West Street, Peotone, IL
708-670-3469
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ARTS & DRAFTS 2020
Sep 25, 2021
Orland Park Crossing
14225 95th Avenue, Orland Park, IL
708-349-2972
What do you get when you pair art & craft beer with food & entertainment? An Orland Park masterpiece that is Arts & Drafts 2021! The Orland Park Area Chamber of Commerce, in partnership with Orland Park Crossing & the Village of Orland Park, is pleased to announce the return of Arts & Drafts being held on Saturday, September 25, 11 AM – 9 PM. Enjoy a festival atmosphere showcasing artists, unique hand-crafted merchandise, craft beer samples, local food vendors & live entertainment.
11AM-9PM
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Orland Park Crossing
14225 95th Avenue, Orland Park, IL
708-349-2972
What do you get when you pair art & craft beer with food & entertainment? An Orland Park masterpiece that is Arts & Drafts 2021! The Orland Park Area Chamber of Commerce, in partnership with Orland Park Crossing & the Village of Orland Park, is pleased to announce the return of Arts & Drafts being held on Saturday, September 25, 11 AM – 9 PM. Enjoy a festival atmosphere showcasing artists, unique hand-crafted merchandise, craft beer samples, local food vendors & live entertainment.
11AM-9PM
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CRAFT SHOW
Oct 9, 2021 - Oct 10, 2021
Will County Fairgrounds
710 West Street, Peotone, IL
708-417-1789
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Will County Fairgrounds
710 West Street, Peotone, IL
708-417-1789
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KDS COIN SHOW
Nov 14, 2021
Will County Fairgrounds
710 West Street, Peotone, IL
708-670-3469
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Will County Fairgrounds
710 West Street, Peotone, IL
708-670-3469
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