The Village of Schaumburg and the Septemberfest Committee cordially invite you to participate in the 53rd annual Septemberfest. This Labor Day celebration promises to bring the quality of entertainment and activities that typically draw approximately 250,000 northwest suburban residents to the event annually.

 

May 28, 2024 - Extended deadline for application. The deadline has been extended until media categories are full. The jewelry and wood categories are currently full.  

June 3, 2024 - Notification of jurying results sent to applicants.

July 1, 2024 - Booth fee charged for successful applicants; booth space will not be reserved without payment by the deadline. There will be no refunds for cancellations. However, refunds would be made in the event of the Septemberfest arts & crafts show being cancelled.

August 16, 2024 - Set-up information sent to paid participants.

 

Saturday, 8/31: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Sunday, 9/1: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Monday, 9/2: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

The festival closes at 10 p.m. on Saturday & Sunday and 9 p.m. on Monday.

 

Eligible crafts and fine arts are inclusive of, but not limited to the following: authored books, baskets, body art (face painting/henna), candles, ceramics/pottery, clothing, crocheted/knitting, dishware/kitchen items, doll/goose clothing, drawing/caricatures, edible packaged food/beverage item(s), fine art, floral, furniture, glass, jewelry, kids items & children's clothing, metal, ornaments, paper (stationary/cards/journals), pet items, photography, sewn items, soaps/skincare, stained glass, stone/concrete, or wood all crafted by the artist.

The Village's annual Septemberfest parade kicks off Labor Day, following a two (2) mile route ending adjacent to the festival grounds. The parade includes approximately 100 units, and is an annual favorite of young and old. There is no parade theme to follow.