Frankfort Fall Festival
Each year during Labor Day weekend, visitors gather to the charming Village of Frankfort to enjoy the Frankfort Fall Festival. The festival welcomes over 300 artisans from all over the United States to exhibit their elite products and services.
In addition, many of Frankfort’s local organizations collaborate by sponsoring special events that highlight Frankfort Fall Festivities. ADMISSION IS FREE and there is something for everyone from carnival rides to main stage entertainment, to walking tacos and funnel cakes, Frankfort Fall Fest has it ALL!
Saturday, September 5: 10 am-6 pm
Sunday, September 6: 10 am-6 pm
Monday, September 7: 10 am-4 pm
Schlafly Art Outside
Schlafly is proud to sponsor and host the 23rd annual Art Outside Art Fair held at Schlafly Bottleworks in historic Maplewood. This is an alternative art festival, in which every piece of artwork is unique and made by the artists.
We will be inviting an array of mediums such as: acrylic, ceramics, glass, jewelry, metalwork, oil, pastel/pencil/charcoal, pen/ink, photography, stonework, tempera, textile/fiber, watercolor, and woodworking - just to name a few!
Like beer, art brings people together, and we aim to raise awareness and appreciation of art, music, and an ice-cold beer that are all created in our very own community.
Each year, we feature over 60 local artists and deliver a family-friendly experience you won’t find anywhere else. Come peruse and get to know art without pretense.
What are the dates and times of the art fair?
Friday 5pm-9pm, Saturday 11am-9pm, Sunday 11am-4pm
Edwardsville Art Show
The Edwardsville Art Fair is an annual 3 day outdoor juried arts celebration presenting the work of approximately 100 talented local, regional, national, and international artists; local performing arts; live art demonstrations; children’s art gallery; and food and drink vendors. Located in beautiful historic City Park in Edwardsville, Illinois, 25 minutes from St. Louis, Missouri, the fair draws 10,000 visitors from around the region. Hosted by the Edwardsville Arts Center and a variety of local sponsors, this favorite local event is known for its top-notch hospitality, excellent sales, and gorgeous location! The event is open and free to the public.
Friday, September 25th, 5-9pm
Saturday, September 26th, 11am - 9pm
Sunday, September 27th, 11am - 3pm
Sugar Creek Arts Festival
The Sugar Creek Arts Festival is a nationally recognized, juried arts event, showcasing fine art and fine crafts for sale by local, regional, and national artists. Organized by the McLean County Arts Center, this free community event also features musical performances and art-making demonstrations. The Sugar Creek Arts Festival is hosted outdoors in the beautiful streets of Uptown Normal, during the Fall season.
Originating with sixteen artists selling from the trunks of their cars in 1983, we can't wait to welcome artists, our community, and visitors to enjoy and celebrate its 43rd year! The 43rd Sugar Creek Arts Festival will take place October 3rd through October 4th, 2026.
Geneva Arts Fair
For over 20 years, the juried Geneva Arts Fair has risen in attendance and notoriety. The fine arts show showcases fine artisans from around the country in a host of mediums from 10 am-5 pm.
Look for the white tent on Franklin Street among the awesome display of trees, shrubs and plants in Plandscape Inc.’s Arts Garden at Third and Franklin. Don’t miss live acoustic music on Saturday and Sunday from 12-2pm.
Historic downtown Geneva serves as a picturesque backdrop for the outdoor fine arts show on Third Street in Geneva.
Springfield Old Capitol Art Show
The Old Capitol Art Fair is located on the state-owned Old State Capitol grounds in downtown Springfield, and the surrounding streets and sidewalks.
Saturday 10am - 5pm
Sunday 10am - 4pm
Lower Town Art & Music Festival
Paducah’s beloved Lower Town Arts & Music Festival is back in 2026! LTAMF is a celebration of all things art, community, and music. Set in the historic Lower Town Arts District (7th and Madison Streets in Paducah, Kentucky), the festival offers art vendors, live music, family activities, and various mouth-watering food and beverage options.
Friday, May 8th from 5pm - 10:30pm
Saturday, May 9th from 10am - 10:30pm
Marion Art Fair
I could not be more excited to be a part of this first ever art fair in Marion on the square! I will be out with tons of new products, perfect for gifting to yourself or someone else ; ) Christmas Ornaments, Magnets, Cosmic Floral Cupcakes, along with Encasings and Paintings.
Saturday, October 25
11am - 8pm
Textured Painting Class at Creative Array Studios
Textured Painting Workshop with Erin Alice Art
No experience needed! 🌻 Erin Alice Art makes textured sunflower painting easy by prepping the flowers ahead of time. In just over an hour, you’ll design your layout, use palette knives for the background, and pipe paint for leaves and details. Each guest gets a box of pre-made sunflowers (fun to trade with neighbors!) and leaves with a gorgeous 6x8 canvas. Ages 10+, BYO snacks & drinks. Spots limited—register today!
Sunflower Painting Class at LEAA
Come paint some sunflowers with me at Little Egypt Art Association on the square in Marion!
This class is unique in that you REALLY TRULY do NOT need to be creative to make a beautiful painting. I am making the hardest part — the sunflowers flowers — ahead of time, so you don’t have to!
This makes a several days long class into something you can do in just over an hour! I will show you how to plan a layout design for your painting. Teach you how to use palette knives to paint the background. And show you how to properly pipe paint to make the perfect leaves and additional small flower details. You leave the class with a gorgeous 6x8 sunflower painting in hand!
Everyone will be given a box filled with pre-made sunflowers to use in your painting. Everyone’s boxes will be slightly different and it is always fun to trade pieces with your neighbor.
SPOTS ARE LIMITED AND YOU MUST REGISTER AHEAD OF TIME!
Kids ages 10+ are welcome with an adult.
DETAILS:
Class will be held at Little Egypt Art Association on Wednesday, October 15 from 11am - 1pm
All supplies will be provided, including pre-made paint flowers, 6×8 cradled wooden board, super thick paint to texture the background in multiple colors. All palette knives, piping bags etc. will be provided. Just bring yourself in something you don’t mind getting paint on.
Edwardsville Art Fair
Friday, September 26th, from 5 - 9pm
Saturday, September 27th from 11am - 9pm
Sunday, September 28th from 11am - 3pm
Succulent Painting Class at LEAA
Come paint some succulents with me at Little Egypt Art Association on the square in Marion!
This class is unique in that you REALLY TRULY do NOT need to be creative to make a beautiful painting. I am making the hardest part — the succulent flowers and plants — ahead of time, so you don’t have to!
This makes a several days long class into something you can do in just over an hour! I will show you how to plan a layout design for your painting. Teach you how to use palette knives to paint the background. And show you how to properly pipe paint to make the perfect leaves and additional details. You leave the class with a gorgeous 6x8 succulent painting in hand!
Everyone will be given a box filled with pre-made succulent flowers and plants to use in your painting. Everyone’s boxes will be slightly different and it is always fun to trade pieces with your neighbor.
SPOTS ARE LIMITED AND YOU MUST REGISTER AHEAD OF TIME!
Kids ages 10+ are welcome with an adult.
DETAILS:
Class will be held at Little Egypt Art Association on Wednesday, September 17 from 11am - 1pm
All supplies will be provided, including pre-made paint flowers, 6×8 cradled wooden board, super thick paint to texture the background in multiple colors. All palette knives, piping bags etc. will be provided. Just bring yourself in something you don’t mind getting paint on.
Succulent Painting Class at ARTSCO
In this class you will be given a 9x12” canvas with a thick bowl shape already in place. You will paint the bowl and the background in any colors/patterns you prefer. Then we will start placing the pre-made succulents and plants in place and piping the additional cactus and plant details to make your piece truly unique.
This class will be held at ARTSCO in Harrisburg, IL.
Frankfort Fall Fesitval
Saturday, August 30th: 10:00 am-6:00 pm
Sunday, August 31st: 10:00 am-6:00 pm
Monday, September 1st: 10:00 am-4:00 pm
Each year during Labor Day weekend, many visitors gather to the charming Village of Frankfort to enjoy the Frankfort Fall Festival. The festival welcomes over 300 artisans from all over the United States to exhibit their elite products and services.
In addition, many of Frankfort’s local organizations collaborate by sponsoring special events that highlight Frankfort Fall Festivities. ADMISSION IS FREE and there is something for everyone from carnival rides to main stage entertainment, to walking tacos and funnel cakes, Frankfort Fall Fest has it ALL!
Succulent Painting Class
Chunky Palette Knife Painting with Erin Alice with ARTSCO
3 hours @ $55.00
We will be painting a pot of succulents.
Erin Alice loves to blur the boundaries between sculpture and painting by innovating new ways to use paint like using palette knives and cake icing piping bags to create an extreme impasto style. Join her as she teaches us how to use palette knives to paint the background, and show you how to properly pipe paint to make some finishing touches. Erin will provide a kit with the key elements of the painting so you leave the class with a gorgeous succulent painting in hand!
Class will be held at ARTSCO in Harrisburg.
Midsummer Arts Faire
Friday, June 27 | 5:30pm - 9:30pm
Saturday, June 28 | 10am - 5pm
Sunday, June 29 | 11am - 4pm
Midsummer Arts Faire is a celebration of the arts in Quincy, Illinois featuring a juried art exhibition and sale. We are pleased to welcome artists and makers, who represent both fine and curated handmade art. Midsummer Arts Faire takes place the fourth weekend in June in historic downtown Washington Park.
SMOKY HILL RIVER FESTIVAL
Thursday • 4 pm – 10 pm
Friday • 10 am – 10 pm
Saturday • 10 am – 10 pm
Sunday • 10 am – 5 pm
The Smoky Hill River Festival will celebrate its 49th year in historical Oakdale Park in Salina, KS. The festival features roving acts, three stages for musical performances, a children's area, over 30 food vendors, interactive art activities for all ages, and art installations throughout the park with approximately 130 exhibiting and demonstration artists.
Springfield Old Capitol Art Fair
Springfield Old Capitol Art Fair
May 17th & 18th, 2025
Set against the backdrop of the Illinois Old State Capitol building, attendees find the Springfield Old Capitol Art Fair to be a unique tradition of fine art. This event has brought artists and shoppers from across the country flocking to downtown Springfield’s two-day outdoor art gallery for over 60 years.
DOGWOOD ARTS FESTIVAL
The Dogwood Arts Festival takes place annually at World's Fair Park in Downtown Knoxville, TN. There will be 100+ fine art vendors, food trucks, and children's activities on the Performance Lawn. Saturday & Sunday will include live music, dance performances, and more on the Amphitheatre Stage plus local Makers and community organizations along the waterfront.
Established in 1961, the Dogwood Arts Festival is one of the most celebrated cultural events in Knoxville! The festival is held on the beautifully redesigned Performance Lawn at World’s Fair Park and features over 100 fine art vendors, live music, entertainment, children's activities, food & beverage vendors, and more.
FESTIVAL HOURS:
Friday & Saturday: 10AM - 7PM
Sunday: 10AM - 5PM
Easter Painting Class at ArtSCo
We will be painting 3 dimensional eggs and adding pre-made flowers and lots of other details in this stunning painting class that incorporates mixed media with traditional painting. No experience required!
Held at Art Saline County in Harrisburg, IL
Artini
ARTINI
ARTini Cocktail Competition, with presenting sponsor BreakThru Beverage, is an exhilarating event that celebrates the fusion of art and mixology! Local restaurants will go head-to-head, each selecting an artwork as their inspiration to craft a one-of-a-kind cocktail masterpiece.
New this year, favorite local artists will invigorate your senses, creating new artworks live at the event. Finished pieces will be available for bid at the end of the night.