Next top Must-Attend Events in Illinois

As a national transportation hub, Illinois is a major destination for millions of people each year. From the glittering skyscrapers of Chicago to the wind-swept plains of the south, Illinois offers a variety of activities to suit almost any traveler. As the home state of Abraham Lincoln, Illinois also tempts history buffs with its rich landscape of historical sites.

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • Robert O. Atcher Municipal Center 101 Schaumburg Ct Schaumburg, IL 60193 in SCHAUMBURG, IL

Residents and visitors celebrate the end of summer with this gathering that takes place during Labor Day weekend. The fun-filled event offers arts and crafts exhibits, a carnival and live entertainment. The festival also features a Labor Day parade, bingo games and plenty of food. In the evenings, visitors sit back and relax while watching fireworks displays.

Main cities in Illinois

Chicago, IL
Chicago, IL
3181 events
Naperville, IL
Naperville, IL
318 events
Evanston, IL
Evanston, IL
270 events
Peoria, IL
Peoria, IL
253 events
Springfield, IL
Springfield, IL
252 events
Woodstock, IL
Woodstock, IL
218 events
Rockford, IL
Rockford, IL
184 events
Bloomington, IL
Bloomington, IL
168 events
Des Plaines, IL
Des Plaines, IL
157 events
Champaign, IL
Champaign, IL
155 events
Schaumburg, IL
Schaumburg, IL
155 events
Skokie, IL
Skokie, IL
153 events
Glen Ellyn, IL
Glen Ellyn, IL
151 events
Crystal Lake, IL
Crystal Lake, IL
146 events
Aurora, IL
Aurora, IL
140 events
Oak Park, IL
Oak Park, IL
139 events
Normal, IL
Normal, IL
138 events
Winnetka, IL
Winnetka, IL
137 events
Elgin, IL
Elgin, IL
125 events
Palatine, IL
Palatine, IL
107 events
Joliet, IL
Joliet, IL
105 events
Belleville, IL
Belleville, IL
100 events
Wheaton, IL
Wheaton, IL
98 events
Lake Forest, IL
Lake Forest, IL
94 events


Counties in Illinois

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ADAMS
4 cities
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ALEXANDER
5 cities
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BOND
6 cities
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BOONE
5 cities
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BUREAU
16 cities
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CALHOUN
3 cities
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CARROLL
5 cities
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CASS
2 cities
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CHAMPAIGN
18 cities
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CHRISTIAN
2 cities
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CLARK
3 cities
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CLAY
5 cities
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CLINTON
13 cities
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COLES
6 cities
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COOK
113 cities
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CUMBERLAND
1 city
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DEKALB
12 cities
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DEWITT
6 cities
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DOUGLAS
6 cities
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DUPAGE
31 cities
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EDGAR
3 cities
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EDWARDS
3 cities
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EFFINGHAM
7 cities
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FAYETTE
2 cities
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FORD
4 cities
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FRANKLIN
13 cities
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FULTON
15 cities
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GRUNDY
12 cities
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HAMILTON
3 cities
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HANCOCK
11 cities
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HENDERSON
5 cities
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HENRY
12 cities
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IROQUOIS
4 cities
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JACKSON
7 cities
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JASPER
1 city
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JEFFERSON
10 cities
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JERSEY
6 cities
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JO DAVIESS
10 cities
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JOHNSON
3 cities
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KANE
22 cities
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KANKAKEE
16 cities
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KENDALL
10 cities
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KNOX
15 cities
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LA SALLE
19 cities
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LAKE
46 cities
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LaSalle
2 cities
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LAWRENCE
3 cities
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LEE
9 cities
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LIVINGSTON
12 cities
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LOGAN
12 cities
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MACON
12 cities
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MACOUPIN
21 cities
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MADISON
28 cities
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MARION
12 cities
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MARSHALL
4 cities
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MASON
1 city
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MASSAC
2 cities
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MCDONOUGH
10 cities
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MCHENRY
27 cities
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MCLEAN
18 cities
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MENARD
2 cities
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MERCER
9 cities
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MONROE
8 cities
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MONTGOMERY
8 cities
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MORGAN
7 cities
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MOULTRIE
6 cities
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OGLE
12 cities
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PEORIA
15 cities
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PERRY
1 city
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PIATT
7 cities
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PIKE
3 cities
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PUTNAM
5 cities
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RANDOLPH
6 cities
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RICHLAND
1 city
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ROCK ISLAND
16 cities
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SAINT CLAIR
25 cities
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SALINE
2 cities
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SANGAMON
22 cities
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SCOTT
1 city
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SHELBY
3 cities
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St. Clair
2 cities
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STARK
2 cities
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STEPHENSON
11 cities
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TAZEWELL
16 cities
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UNION
5 cities
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VERMILION
12 cities
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WABASH
4 cities
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WARREN
1 city
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WASHINGTON
9 cities
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WAYNE
3 cities
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WHITE
9 cities
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WHITESIDE
10 cities
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WILL
25 cities
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WILLIAMSON
13 cities
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WINNEBAGO
11 cities
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WOODFORD
12 cities
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