55th Septemberfest

55th SEPTEMBERFEST
Sponsored by the Village of Schaumburg
September 5-7, 2026 (Saturday-Monday)

ARTS & CRAFTS SHOW DATES & TIMES
Saturday, September 5, 2026: 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Sunday, September 6, 2026: 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Monday, September 7, 2026: 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.

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

SEE ATTACHED ARTS & CRAFTS INFORMATION GUIDE

IMPORTANT: Septemberfest’s Arts & Crafts Show has historically been located entirely on grass. Due to the ongoing Municipal Center construction project, the show layout was modified in 2025 and will remain in this configuration through 2026. As a result, the majority of booth spaces are located on asphalt along both sides of Summit Drive, with additional spaces located on grass.

Septemberfest will make every reasonable effort to honor location preferences indicated at the time of application; however, placement preferences cannot be guaranteed.

We appreciate your understanding and flexibility during this layout adjustment.

The Village of Schaumburg and the Septemberfest Committee cordially invite you to participate in the 45th annual Septemberfest Arts & Crafts Show; 55th annual Septemberfest. This is an electronic agreement and by selecting the booths, you are validating and approving this agreement electronically.

Also featuring entertainment on three stages, a carnival, craft beer & wine garden, Taste of Schaumburg, Not-for-Profit Day, Bingo, drone display on Sunday evening, and a Labor Day parade on Monday on the grounds of the Al Larson Prairie Center for the Arts in Schaumburg.

ATTENDANCE

Since its inception, Septemberfest has seen a consistent increase in attendance. The Labor Day celebration historically draws over 100,000 patrons with most festival attendees from Schaumburg and the surrounding communities. Our Labor Day celebration is rooted in strong support and patronage from residents of Schaumburg and the surrounding suburbs. We're delighted to also welcome attendees from across the greater Chicagoland area and beyond state lines, making Septemberfest the destination to be for Labor Day weekend.

IMPORTANT DATES & DEADLINES

• Preferred Application Deadline*: Wednesday, April 1, 2026
  
  
• Notifications of Acceptance: Friday, May 1, 2026
  
  
• Booth Fees Charged for Successful Applicants: Friday, May 8, 2026 
  Booth space will not be reserved without payment by the deadline. All payments are deemed final, and no refunds will be issued with the exception of the complete and total cancellation of the event.

• Setup Information Emailed to Paid Participants: Friday, August 21, 2026

*Applications submitted after the Preferred Application Deadline of April 1 will incur an additional $20 fee if the exhibitor is accepted into the show.

ENTRY FEES

• One (1) Booth (10' x 10' footprint): $400
  
  
• Two (2) Booths (20' x 10' footprint): $775 ($800 value)
  
  
• Three (3) Booths (30' x 10' footprint): $1,150 ($1,200 value)
  
  
• Four (4) Booths (40' x 10' footprint): $1,525 ($1,600 value)
  
  
• Optional Friday, September 4 afternoon setup fee: $45
  
  
• New This Year: Corner booth option on asphalt spaces only: $50

There is no jury fee and no commission will be charged for work sold. Payment charged after acceptance Friday, May 8, 2026, and upon acceptance thereafter for late applications. Your booth space will not be reserved without payment by the deadline. All payments are deemed final, and no refunds will be issued with the exception of the complete and total cancellation of the event.

MEDIA CATEGORIES

Eligible crafts and fine arts are inclusive of, but not limited to the following all crafted by the artist: 

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 

Wood