Weekend guide to craft fairs

Need a gift for the holidays? Here’s where you can find fall craft and artisan fairs in the suburbs.

Saturday, Oct. 31

Kane County Flea Market: 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 31; and 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 1, at the Kane County Fairgrounds, 525 S. Randall Road, St. Charles. Refurbished furniture, holiday decorations, sports collectibles, antiques and more. Admission: $6; free for under age 12 with an adult. No December market. kanecountyfleamarket.com.

Wheaton Haunted Halloween Flea Market: 3 p.m. to midnight Saturday, Oct. 31, at DuPage County Fairgrounds, 2015 Manchester Road, Wheaton. 13th annual event with thousands of “Fleas & Treasures (Creepy & Otherwise)” for sale. Come dressed in costume. Special guests: Land of the Lost, Tom Cook, Deep Roy, Jeff Balke, Jeffrey Moy, and Count Gregula’s Crypt. Use 421 N. County Farm Road entrance. $10; 12 or under free with adult. Free parking. zurkopromotions.com.

Sunday, Nov. 1

Elk Grove High School Holiday Sampler Craft and Vendor Show: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 1, at Elk Grove High School, 500 W. Elk Grove Blvd., Elk Grove Village. The 43rd annual show features over 200 booths with a variety of handcrafters and direct-sale home vendors, raffle, food and a bake sale. $3 admission or free for age 12 or younger; free parking. d214.org/eghs.

Monday, Nov. 2

Yuletide Treasures-An Artisan Holiday Market: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Mondays to Fridays, and 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturdays, Nov. 2-30 (except for Nov. 26) and 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Mondays to Saturdays, Dec. 1-23, at the DuPage Art League School and Gallery, 218 W. Front St., Wheaton. A free holiday market featuring one-of-a-kind gifts from local artists, including paintings, photographs, ornaments, holiday and home decor, woodworkings, jewelry, pottery, wearable textiles, greeting cards, candles, and home decor. Last-minute Christmas Eve shopping from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Free admission. dupageartleague.org.

Wednesday, Nov. 4

Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic Parish Holly Fair: 5-9 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 4; and 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 5, atvthe parish Playdium, 1775 Grove St., Glenview. The church's Women’s Club are hosting the 45th annual fair, with a "Sip & Shop" on Wednesday ($40 presale or $50 at the door; includes two beverages). New vendors this year include Adorn512, All She Drew & The Streamer Fairy, At Home With Kevin, Bitty Balm, Brisket Supply, Brown Sugar Co., Cabana Club, Catch Curated Accessories, Chicago Shirt Co., Coolgal Calligraphy, Coronet Collection, Country Classics, Daisy Designs, Foggyland Design Studio, HAPPE Candle Co., The Hypothesis Soap Company, JAE ME, Keep It Love It, LAC Studio, Laconic Foods, Little Pair Play, Mahj Day, Maison Ritual, The Mini Edit, Neon Mini, The Pepper Pot, Pointers for Life, Rayn’s Tiny Stitches, Sally Splash, The Silver Service Children’s Foundation, Somethings Old and Somethings New, Tatum Louise, Think Christmas, Third Coast, Wiggloos, and ZooJourn. Returning vendors include Angela Alvarez Designs, ARCH Glow, B Friends, Bauble Stockings, Betsy Jane, Billet-Doux Couture, Cameo & Crest, Dana Reed Designs, Dino’s Sports Fan Shop, Gigi’s Closette, Hip Hip Hooray, Homestretch Cards, Katorriginal Art & Stationery, Keg + Meg Accessories Co., Little Happy Things, Lucky Lane Gifts, Margo Boutique, Misericordia, Mom’s Enterprises, Papa’s Workshop, Pink Door Paper Co., Sheets by Karen, Sleeping Bear Food Company, Sprinkled With Goods, Sweetwater Knick-Knacks, TAMGI, Toffee Traditions, Truly Giving USA, and Woodeye. Admission is $10; free for children.Visit hollyfair.org.

Thursday, Nov. 5

Woman’s Club of Wilmette Holiday Market: Noon to 8 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 5, at Woman's Club of Wilmette, 930 Greenleaf Ave., Wilmette. Featuring more than 25 vendors, family-friendly activities from 4-5 p.m., and specialty drinks available for purchase. Proceeds from this event will go toward the club’s 2026-27 charitable organizations: YWCA Evanston/North Shore and the Family Service Center. $10 suggested entry donation. womansclubofwilmette.org.

Friday, Nov. 6

Wilder Mansion Holiday Market: 4-8 p.m. Friday, Nov. 6; and 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 7, at Wilder Mansion, 211 S. Prospect Ave., Elmhurst. 15th annual event features artisan and seasonal gifts. More than 55 artisans and gourmet food vendors, including pottery, stationery, fiber, jewelry, mixed media, painting, and gourmet food. Free. rglmarketingforthearts.com.

Holiday Weekend: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Friday, Nov. 6; 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 7; and 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 8, at The Rustic Fox, 1790 Towne Center Drive, North Aurora. Explore more than 100 curated boutiques at the annual holiday market, including more than 80 pop-up vendors on Saturday. Santa will be visiting from noon to 3 p.m. Sunday. Free. therusticfoxhome.com.

Saturday, Nov. 7

Bethany Craft Fair: 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 7, at Bethany Lutheran Church, 8 S. Lincoln St., Batavia. Annual craft fair with handmade home decor items, knitted, curated sewn items, gifts, personalized pieces and more. bethanybatavia.org/bethany-craft-fair/.

Craft and Vendor Fair: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 7, at District 54’s Professional Learning Center, Door C1, 522 E. Schaumburg Road, Schaumburg. The Schaumburg Education Association and Schaumburg Educational Employees Organization are hosting the fourth annual event to benefit the District 54 Education Foundation. It features a variety of local vendors and artisans offering handmade crafts, unique gifts, and one-of-a-kind treasures — perfect for early holiday shopping or treating yourself. Visit d54foundation.org.

Fair Trade Global Market: 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 7, at Our Saviour’s Lutheran Church, 1234 N. Arlington Heights Road, Arlington Heights. Fair Trade crafts, home goods, accessories, coffee, olive oil, and more from worldwide artisans and growers. All items made by artisans from Ghana, Peru, India, Bangladesh, Guatemala, Cambodia, and Palestine. Park on the west side of the church and enter off North Dunton Avenue. Free. oursaviours.org.

Holiday Craft & Vendor Fair: 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 7, at Elm Tree Christian Child Care, 545 S Ardmore Ave., Villa Park. Vendors with gifts, handcrafted items and holiday treasures, holiday music and visits from Santa. Proceeds support our programs and mission at Elm Tree Christian Child Care. Enter through Door 5. stpaulchristiandaycarevp.com.

Jacobs High School Boosters Craft Fair: 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 7, in the school field house, 2601 Bunker Hill Drive, Algonquin. A day of shopping and food with over 130 vendors, music by Jacob's music students, a 50/50 raffle, and fun for all ages, including face painting, games and activities supplied by Putt-a-Round Entertainment. Food trucks with Dulce Tentaciones Mexicanas, Churros Y Chocolate and Poppin’ T’s Kettle Corn. Support young Jacobs High School musicians and local small business owners. $3 or free for age 8 or under; cash and card accepted. ATM available on site. jacobshscraftfair.com.

Lombard Christmas Mart: 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 7, in downtown Lombard. Over 125 crafters, artists and vendors at six locations: Calvary Episcopal Church, 105 W. Maple St.; First Church of Lombard, 220 S. Main St.; First United Methodist Church, 155 S. Main St.; Lombard Bible Church, 111 S. Park Ave.; Lombard Historical Society, 23 W. Maple St.; St. John's Lutheran Church, 220 S. Lincoln Ave. Lunch and other treats available at many locations. Parking and admission free. facebook.com/LombardChristmasMart.

Our Saviour’s Christmas Bazaar: 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 7, at Our Saviour’s United Methodist Church, 701 E. Schaumburg Road, Schaumburg. osumc.org.

Our Savior Craft Fair and Bake Sale: 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 7, at Our Savior Lutheran Church, 1244 W. Army Trail Road, Carol Stream. Shop for one-of-a-kind handmade holiday decor, gifts, and sweet treats at the annual holiday craft fair and bake sale. This event excludes the selling of mass produced merchandise. Free admission. oursavior.com/annualcraftfair.

Palatine High School Fall Craft Fair: 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 7, at Palatine High School, 1111 N. Rohlwing Road, Palatine. Hosted by the Palatine Pirate Booster Club, the event will feature more than 150 vendors in a variety of media including holiday gifts, home decor, jewelry, spices and more. Includes a raffle of vendor items, along with a chance to win gift cards, concessions and a bake sale run by and to benefit the school’s music department. Free admission and parking. phspirateboosters.com/craft-fair.

Firefly Holiday Market: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 7, and 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 8, at DuPage County Fairgrounds, 2015 Manchester Road, Wheaton. Curated indoor market featuring over 150 handmade vendors across three buildings. Featuring one-of-a-kind gifts, jewelry and houseplants to candles, body care, artisan goods, gourmet coffee, sweet treats and food trucks. New, VIP access begins at 9 a.m. Saturday. $6 or $15 for VIP; 12 or under free. fireflycandlemarket.com.

A Holiday Happening Craft & Art Fair: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, Nov. 7-8, at the College of DuPage PEC Arena, College Road and Park Boulevard, Glen Ellyn. Showcasing artisans from across the Midwest and featuring handmade gifts, jewelry, festive decor, clothing, bath and body, kids' items, and more. Early bird discount, $5 through Nov. 6 or $7 at the door. Youth under age 16 get in free, accompanied by a paid adult. Enter from College Road, just west of Park Blvd. Free parking. craftproductionsinc.com.

Holiday Craft Show & Bake Sale: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 7, at St. Peter’s United Church of Christ, 8013 Laramie in Skokie. More than 40 vendors will fill the church gym and Memorial Room. Items for sale include jewelry, handmade crafts and clothing, homemade jams, holiday baskets and more. Enjoy baked goods from St. Peter's finest bakers — cookies, brownies, and bread, all individually packaged. There also will be raffle baskets filled with goodies. All proceeds benefit the church and various missions. Parking available in the lot directly east of the building. stpeteruccskokie.org.

Sunday, Nov. 8

Geneva Women's Club Artisan Market: 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 8, at Geneva High School, 416 McKinley Ave., Geneva. Geneva Women’s Club will hold its 51st annual event, formerly known as the Holiday Craft Fair, featuring makers, artisans and crafters. Plus, a bake sale, raffle prizes and a 50/50 raffle. Proceeds support the club’s charities in the Fox Valley and surrounding communities. $5 admission fee. genevawomensclub.org.

Merry Makers Expo: Noon to 4 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 8, at The Ten Hotel, 6161 W. Grand Ave., Gurnee. Second annual event featuring over 100 local artisans, complimentary hot cocoa bar, family photos with Santa, raffles, and more. Bring diaper donations for Keeping Families Covered. $5 entry. thesocialmarketco.com/events.html.