Illustration of a Christmas market seen from above with stalls around a giant decorated tree in a cathedral square (Les Artisans Arts & Crafts Fair)
Christmas Markets

Les Artisans Arts & Crafts Fair

Visitors can browse and shop a curated indoor marketplace of handmade, one-of-a-kind creations from regional artists and fine crafters, along with goods grown by farmers. The fair spotlights original handiwork and home-grown items in a pleasant seasonal shopping atmosphere. Proceeds from the event support the Bourbonnais Grove Historical Society's George R. Letourneau Museum and Adrien Richard Heritage Preserve.

Sat, Dec 5, 2026 All ages

Plan Your Visit

Hours

9am to 3pm.

Location

Kankakee County Fairgrounds Expo Center · 213 W 4000S Road, Kankakee, Illinois Get Directions

Local Insight & Ratings

Family Friendly

🎄 🎄 🎄 ⚪ ⚪ (3/5)

Best For

Shoppers seeking handmade gifts and local crafts

Vibe

Seasonal and artisanal

Energy Level

Low

Photo Friendly

Moderate

Tips & Advice

  • Prioritize handmade creations from artists and crafters, since the fair is focused on original work rather than resale goods.
  • Look for farm-grown items as well as crafts; farmers are among the fair’s vendors.
  • Expect only a small selection of home-based retail booths, with most offerings made by artists and crafters or grown by farmers.
  • Allow room in your shopping plan for distinctive pieces, since the fair emphasizes one-of-a-kind items.

Links & Contact

Run by Bourbonnais Grove Historical Society

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Frequently Asked Questions

What kind of items are sold?

Everything must be made by the artist or crafter selling it, or grown by the farmer. It's not a flea market or a resale venue. Up to 10 booths per show go to home-based retail businesses.

Where does the money from the fair go?

It helps maintain the Bourbonnais Grove Historical Society's George R. Letourneau Museum and Adrien Richard Heritage Preserve.

How can I become a vendor?

Artists, fine crafters and farmers are welcome. Contact coordinator Ellen Stringer at lesartisansartsandcraftsfair@gmail.com or through the BGHS Les Artisans Facebook page. Vendors can set up the afternoon before the show.

How long has the fair been around?

It started in the late 1970s as a fundraiser for the Bourbonnais Grove Historical Society. It now runs twice a year.

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