• May 18-20, 2018
• Public Square Belleville, IL 62223 in BELLEVILLE, IL

Mother's Day weekend brings the annual event that offers the creations of more than 100 handpicked artists from around the world. Visitors also enjoy live performances held on the downtown stages along with gourmet food courts. A special area offers kids the chance to make their own creations.

• May 25-27, 2018
• CHILLICOTHE, IL

Seven stages located in the Three Sisters Park provide the location for performances given by over 100 bands. Guests of all ages enjoy the entertainment that spans three days during the last weekend in May. The destination permits camping and the event provides children's activities.

• June 8-10, 2018
• 337 E. Randolph St. Chicago, IL 60602 Map It in CHICAGO, IL

Nestled between the city skyscrapers and the shores of Lake Michigan, Grant Park provides the setting for the largest Blues festivals on the planet. Taking place the first week of June every year, the free event provides fans with the chance to see and hear numerous performers.

• June 7th - 10th, 2018
• METROPOLIS, IL

Though established well before the creation of the "Man of Steel, the community happily commemorates the super hero the first weekend in June with a variety of fun-filled events. Metropolis hosts a Superman museum, a comic book art gallery along with a carnival, fun runs, auto exhibits and races along with live entertainment.

• June 9 - 10, 2018
• Old Town Historic District Chicago, IL 60614 in CHICAGO, IL

Chosen by professional curators, over 250 artists participate in this annual June weekend event in the historic district of Old Town. Works consist of every medium available and the festival represents one of the largest in the country. The fair also includes a tour of approximately 50 local gardens. A children's corner provides the chance for youngsters to channel their inner artist and a food court provides refreshments.

• June 15th – 17th, 2018
• Address: work 900 W. Randolph St. Chicago, IL 60607 Map It in CHICAGO, IL

This mid June weekend event showcases the culinary talents of restaurateurs along a six-block stretch. Guests have the chance to indulge in numerous specialty foods. The festival also offers specially selected arts and crafts exhibits that showcase everything from traditional art to clothing and jewelry. Different stages located along the city streets feature live entertainment.