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

Hair & Other Accessories

Jewelry

Kids Items & Children’s Clothing

Leather

Metal

Ornaments

Paper (Stationary/Cards/Journals)

Pet Items

Photography

Sewn Items

Soaps/Skincare

Stained Glass

Stone/Concrete 

Wood 

55th SEPTEMBERFEST
Sponsored by the Village of Schaumburg

Join us as we celebrate the Schaumburg Septemberfest Labor Day parade on Monday,
September 7, 2026. The one-mile and approximately two-hour parade kicks off promptly
at 10 a.m. and travels northbound on Summit Dr. towards the festival grounds. There is no parade theme to follow.  

 

Parade Application Deadlines:
Paid Applicants: July 1, 2026

Non-Paid Applicants: July 31, 2026

The Village of Schaumburg is pleased to present the 55th annual Schaumburg Septemberfest! Schaumburg Septemberfest, the village’s flagship event, is a three-day festival held over the Labor Day holiday weekend. Septemberfest was originally established in 1971 by local charitable organizations as a way to raise funds while providing an alternative to holiday travel for local residents. This year marks the 44th year the village has sponsored the event, during which time Septemberfest has grown to be one of the largest festivals in Illinois. 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. Admission, shuttle bus service and all general admission lawn seating for musical acts are FREE!

Thank you for your interest in sponsoring Schaumburg Septemberfest!

 

If you are inquiring about a standard sponsorship opportunity, including 10' x 10' and 10' x 20' on-site activations, digital on-site advertising, or on-site physical banners, please do not use this form. For these opportunities, please visit septemberfest.org/sponsor and complete the standard application.

 

Please use this application to express interest in Septemberfest's Premium Sponsorship opportunities, including:

• On-site Activations with footprints exceeding 10' x 20' 
• Naming Rights 
• Presenting Sponsorships (for Main Stage or Local Stage performers)