Wilmette Art Fair 2026

Amdur Productions proudly announces the 4th Annual Wilmette Art Fair! The Wilmette Art Fair takes place in the lovely, bustling North Shore community of Wilmette, Illinois on the shore of Lake Michigan, just 14 miles north of Chicago. In a recent Chicago Tribune article, Wilmette was ranked #8 among the most expensive ZIP codes in Chicagoland with homes having an estimated value of $852,000 on average. The average household income in Wilmette is over $200,000 making this an extremely wealthy community of educated arts lovers.

This fair is situated on the streets of this quaint downtown among upscale retail shops, galleries, cafes and restaurants. This fair will feature about 100 juried artists and artwork of all mediums including: ceramics, glass, jewelry, metal, painting, fiber, photography and wood. The application is free and emerging artists are accepted. Artists keep all their sales income from the show.

Space fees are $550 for 12' x 10' spaces and $1,100 for 20' x 10' spaces, with corner upgrades available for an additional $200. Artists must have white tents and be present during all festival hours. Load-in is Friday evening and Saturday morning with close parking provided at no additional cost. Equipment rental, booth sitting services, and setup assistance are available for additional fees. The festival features extensive marketing support including digital and print advertisements, radio, social media, and direct mail postcards.