Highwood Arts, Crafts and Drafts 2026

Arts, Crafts and Drafts returns to Highwood, Illinois as a fun fall event for crafters, jewelers, makers and artisans. This "end of season" last call art fair gives artists and artisans a chance to clear out their studios and sell their work. The event features craft beers and live music and will be held on closed streets on Sheridan Road in downtown Highwood. No buy/sell items are permitted.

The festival welcomes art at all price points and invites painters, street artists, jewelers, "up-cycling artists," artisans of all kinds, photographers, mixed media artists and more to apply. Artists keep all their sales income from the show. About 100 spaces are available, with booth spaces measuring 12' wide by 10' deep for $395, or 20' wide by 10' deep for $740. Corner spaces are available for an additional $100 fee.

The application fee is $100 and requires 5 images plus a booth shot. Applications are due January 16, 2026, with notifications sent February 16, 2026. Registration forms and show fees are due March 16, 2026. Amdur Productions provides on-site staff support, complimentary artist parking, booth sitting services, equipment rental, and overnight security. White tents are required and all artwork must be original, created by the accepted artist.