Weekend guide to craft fairs

Check out some of the craft fairs and bazaars happening around the suburbs, featuring handmade items, vintage goods, artwork, and seasonal decorations.

Friday, Oct. 16

Autumn Drive: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Friday through Sunday, Oct. 16-18, at 18209 Collins Road, Woodstock. 38th annual event includes stops along the way featuring antiques, arts and crafts, hayrides, pumpkins, food and entertainment. Visiting crafters selling pottery, jewelry, lawn ornaments, and dozens of other crafts. Antique dealers selling refurbished furniture, trunks, cook books, tools, white elephants, and vintage jewelry. Free. autumndrive.net.

Saturday, Oct. 17

Artisan Collective Market: 8 a.m. to noon Saturday, Oct. 17, on North River Street in Batavia. The Artisan Collective hosts a pop-up market experience featuring local artisans offering handmade goods and vintage items such as jewelry, soap, candles, artwork, woodworks, macramé, vintage finds, and more. Free. downtownbatavia.com.

Gingerbread Bazaar: 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 17, at Journey of Hope United Methodist Church, 37W040 Highland Ave., Elgin. Shop a variety of quality handcrafted items created by local artisans, browse an assortment of homemade baked goods, and enjoy lunch available for purchase. Guests receive a complimentary slice of gingerbread, while supplies last. Enjoy a Walking Taco lunch available for purchase. Proceeds will benefit the church ministries and missions. johumc.org.

Home for the Holidays Arts and Craft Show: 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 17, at Bartlett High School, 701 Schick Road, Bartlett. 20th annual event features more than 100 crafters and vendors, with raffles. Plus, Food Truck Fest from 10:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Benefits Bartlett High School’s Fine Arts Booster programs. Admission is free; donations welcome. bhsboosters.org/finearts.

Treats & Treasures: 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 17, at St. Hugh of Lincoln Episcopal Church, 36W957 Highland Ave., Elgin. Annual fall fundraiser features vintage collectibles, retro & contemporary holiday decor, jewelry, bakery goods, household & handcrafted items and vendors featuring gifts for the holidays. Credit cards accepted on purchases of $10 or more with all proceeds benefiting local and outreach ministries. sthugh.net.

United Women in Faith’s Gifts & Goodies Fair: 9:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 17, at Cary United Methodist Church, 500 N. First St. in Cary. Handmade crafts or gifts including handmade cards, wood crafts, Arbonne, Tastefully Simple, Pampered Chef, LulaRoe, Sunset Scents and L'BRI. Enjoy a “Souperb Lunch” starting at 10:30 a.m. until 1:30 p.m. or the soup runs out. Free admission. caryumc.org.

Eco Friendly Craft Fair: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 17, at Bartlett Nature Center, 2054 W. Stearns Road, Bartlett. Part of Fall Fest. Discover earth-conscious creations brought to you by local vendors. From handmade goods to upcycled treasures, this is the perfect way to support small businesses and greener choices. bartlettparks.org/craft-vendor-shows.

Festival of Arts & Crafts: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, Oct. 17-18, outdoors at the Northwestern Medicine Field, 34W002 Cherry Lane, Geneva. Features 200 handcraft booths in a variety of media. Bands both days from 1 to 3 p.m. Admission: $5; children 11 and under free; free parking. Benefits Northwestern Medicine Living Well Cancer Resources. stepbysteppromotions.com.

The Sweetest Night Prism Market: 5-9 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 17, at Maplewood Public House, 486 Pennsylvania Ave., Glen Ellyn. A family-friendly autumn night market with over 18 local makers selling handmade gifts, art, candles, jewelry, and sweet treats. Hosted by Streetz Artz Alliance. Free admission. facebook.com/beadstreetz.

Sunday, Oct. 18

Conant Boosters’ Craft Fair: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 18, at Conant High School, 700 E. Cougar Trail, Hoffman Estates. 46th annual show features over 250 vendors featuring handmade crafts, one-of-a-kind gift items, and fall fun. conantboosters.com.

Chicago Artisan Market: 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sundays, Oct. 18, Nov. 15 and Dec. 12, at Fulton Market at Morgan MFG, 401 Morgan St., Chicago. The Chicago Artisan Market showcases the Midwest's best in food, fashion, home goods and art. Admission is $8 in advance; free for under 12. chicagoartisanmarket.com.

Fourth annual Fall Market: 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sundays, Oct. 18 and 25, at The Depot, 319 N. River St., East Dundee. Hosted by Huffman Vendor Fairs LLC. huffmanvendorfairs.com.

Friday, Oct. 23

Chicagoland and Antique Advertising, Slot Machine & Jukebox Show: Early Bird preview and dealer setup from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Friday, Oct. 23; and 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 24, at Schaumburg Convention Center, 1551 Thoreau Drive N, Schaumburg. Vendors offering antique slot machines, jukeboxes, antique advertising, penny arcade machines, posters, pinball machines, vinyl records and more. $10 or free for 14 or under; $50 for early bird and admission both days. chicagolandshow.com.

A Country Christmas Arts & Craft Show: 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 23, and 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 24, at Crystal Lake South High School, 1200 S. McHenry Ave., Crystal Lake. Crystal Lake South Booster Club’s 51st annual show features a variety of juried arts and crafts. Raffles, door prizes, free parking. Admission: $4; ages 12 or younger are free. craftshowcls.org.

Chicago Spooktacular Craft & Vendor Market: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Friday and Saturday, Oct. 23-24; and 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 25, at Yorktown Center, 203 Yorktown Shopping Center, Lombard; and 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Friday and Saturday, Oct. 23-24; and 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 25, at Gurnee Mills, 6170 W. Grand Ave., Gurnee. Indoor event featuring local, independent businesses and merchants will be featured specializing in food, drinks, jewelry, handmade crafts, home decor, fashion, art, wellness, design, and more. Free. hometownvendormarket.com.

Masquerade Market After Dark: 4-8 p.m. Friday, Oct. 23, at Valley Ridge Golf Course, 40150 N. Route 59, Antioch. A Halloween and fall-inspired marketplace featuring over 75 local artisans, makers, boutiques, bakers, and small businesses offering unique finds, handmade goods, seasonal decor, gifts, treats, jewelry, apparel, self-care products, and more. Food, drinks and clubhouse offerings available for purchase. Seasonal photo opportunities. Costumes encouraged. Free admission. thesocialmarketco.com.

18th annual Art of the Land: 6:30-9 p.m. Friday and Saturday, Oct. 23-24, at Starline Factory, 306 W. Front St., Harvard. Fine artists and artisans will be selling works inspired by the local landscape. 30% of all art sales support The Land Conservancy’s preservation work in McHenry County. conservemc.org.

Saturday, Oct. 24

Autumn Craft & Treasures Market: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 24, and 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 25, at Sycamore High School field house, 427 Spartan Trail, Sycamore. The annual show, sponsored by the Sycamore Music Boosters, is part of the Sycamore Pumpkin Festival weekend. Admission: $3; $1 for students and seniors; free for ages 4 and younger. sycamoremusicboosters.com.

Crafters’ Holiday and Bake Sale: 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 24, at St. Alexander Parish Hall, 230 S. Cornell in Villa Park. Hosted by the Council of Catholic Women, this year’s sale will have a variety of crafts for the home, for gifts, for fun, as well as a bake sale with homemade goodies. Also a concession area with lunch and snack items. Free admission; ample parking available. stalexanderparish.org.

Holiday Craft Fair: 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 24, and 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 25, at Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church, 25529 W. Route 134, Ingleside. A holiday craft fair with 25 crafters offering handmade items, plus lunch and door prizes throughout the day. trinityonthehill.org.

Grayslake North Fall Craft & Vendor Show: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 24, at Grayslake North High School field house, 1925 N. Route 83, Round Lake Beach. Shop from over 70 vendors. Free raffle ticket as you enter the show for crafter/vendor gifts. north.d127.org.

Round Lake Harvest Fest & Market: 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 24, on Cedar Road in downtown Vernon Hills. Harvest-themed activities, live music, food, and one-of-a-kind finds at the makers market Makers Market featuring local artisans, crafters, bakers, and small businesses. Free. facebook.com/Hometowneventspopup.

Autumn Craft Fair: Noon to 4 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 24, at Ackerman Sports & Fitness Center, 800 St. Charles Road, Glen Ellyn. An array of handmade treasures crafted by local artisans. Free admission. gepark.org/gepdevent/autumn-craft-fair/.