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Kris Kringle Market Returns to Imperial Oak Brewing in Brookfield for Fourth Consecutive Year
The Streetz Artz Alliance is bringing its annual Kris Kringle Market back to Imperial Oak Brewing in Brookfield on Saturday, November 14, from noon until 5 PM. This is the fourth consecutive year we've brought this market to Brookfield, and after working with Imperial Oak Brewing since 2022, it's safe to say this has become one of those events we look forward to every year.

John E. Streetz
11 hours ago8 min read


Soundgrowler's Fifth Annual Vinyl Market Returns November 7!
Vinyl isn't the only thing you can find at the event this Saturday in Tinley Park! Read on! Photo by the Streetz Artz Alliance. Five years of crate digging, discovering local artists, supporting small businesses, and enjoying some great craft beer! That’s something worth celebrating! The Streetz Artz Alliance and Soundgrowler Brewing are excited to celebrate the 5th Annual Vinyl Market on Saturday, November 7, 2026, from 12pm to 5pm at Soundgrowler Brewing Co., 8201 183rd S

John E. Streetz
Nov 67 min read


Horizon Holiday Handmade Market returns to Black Horizon Brewing this Sunday 11/8
Horizon Holiday Handmade Market Brings 18 Local Artists to Black Horizon Brewing This Sunday This is a picture from a previous Horizon Handmade Market at Black Horizon Brewing showing the approximate layout and the intimate setting of this event. Photo by Streetz Holiday shopping, craft beer, a food truck and 18 local artists are coming together this Sunday, November 8, at Black Horizon Brewing Company in Willowbrook for the Horizon Holiday Handmade Market. The event runs fr

John E. Streetz
Nov 35 min read


Villa Park Gets Spooky: 30+ Artists, Trick-or-Treating, Fall Food & Craft Beer
Even self care can get spooky! Check out these products and spooky vessels from Self Made Body and Soul, one of the artists in the event this Sunday in Villa Park, IL. Photo by Paula Krizek Sunday, October 25, 2026 12 PM to 5 PM More Brewing Co. 126 S. Villa Ave., Villa Park, IL Outdoor market in the side and back lots Free admission Free parking Family-friendly Costumes and trick-or-treaters welcome Spooky season isn't over yet, and this Sunday we're bringing more than 30

John E. Streetz
Oct 226 min read


Autumn Artisan Market Returns to Church Street Brewing October 24 with 30+ Local Artists, Handmade Gifts and More
This year's market features several artists making their debut at Church Street Brewing's annual market with the Streetz Artz Alliance, alongside familiar favorites our patrons have come to know and love.

John E. Streetz
Oct 2110 min read


The Sweetest Night Prism Market Brings Handmade Art, Craft Beer & Autumn Fun to Maplewood Public House
The Streetz Artz Alliance is bringing The Sweetest Night Prism Market to Maplewood Public House in Glen Ellyn on Saturday, October 17, from 5–9 PM. This free, family-friendly outdoor market will bring together more than 18 local artists, makers, and small businesses for an evening of handmade creations, craft beer, autumn shopping, and a little Halloween magic.

John E. Streetz
Oct 145 min read


Tighthead's Comics, Cards & Cookies Bazaar is this Saturday!
While this photo is from a part Bazaar at Tighthead Brewing, the event on 10/10/2026 is not your typical Streetz Artz Alliance market! Photo by Streetz The Streetz Artz Alliance is collaborating with Tighthead Brewing Company again, but this time we’re doing something COMPLETELY DIFFERENT! On Saturday, October 10, we’re bringing something brand new to Mundelein with the first-ever Comics, Cards & Cookies Bazaar + More at Tighthead Brewing Company from 12pm to 6pm. This is no

John E. Streetz
Oct 75 min read


Dark Arts, Oddities, Tacos & More come to Tinley Park Saturday 10/3!
The Dark Arts & Oddities Market returns to Soundgrowler Brewing Co. this Saturday, October 3, from 12pm to 5pm, and this year's event may be the biggest and most exciting version yet.

John E. Streetz
Oct 26 min read


Prism Market: Flannel, Music & Virgos Comes to Glen Ellyn This Saturday
That strange little stretch of the calendar between summer and autumn has always been one of my favorite times of the year. You can still get a warm afternoon, but suddenly there are cooler nights, football starts creeping back into conversations, pumpkin everything begins showing up and people start thinking about flannel again.

John E. Streetz
Sep 16 min read


Fright Market Returns to Camp Lake Zurich Tomorrow
Tomorrow, Saturday, August 29, we're bringing the Fright Market back to Camp Lake Zurich at Phase Three Brewing for its second year, and we've made this one bigger, weirder and considerably darker.

John E. Streetz
Aug 286 min read


Fifth Annual Comics & Cosplay Market Celebrates Five Years this Sarturday in Tinley Park.
Five years ago, the Streetz Artz Alliance and Soundgrowler Brewing Co. brought together comic artists, collectors, cosplayers and local makers for a different kind of pop culture event in Tinley Park. On Saturday, Aug. 22, the market returns for its fifth year with its largest mix yet of comics, original art, collectibles, gaming, cosplay, handmade goods and convention-inspired creations.

John E. Streetz
Aug 196 min read


Crafted at the Oak: Metal, Magic & Mystery — What to Expect This Sunday at Imperial Oak Brewing
If you're planning on joining us this Sunday for the very first Crafted at the Oak: Metal, Magic & Mystery Market at Imperial Oak Brewing in Willow Springs, there are a couple of things I want you to know before we get into everything you're going to find.

John E. Streetz
Aug 148 min read


Come Sip and Shop With Us This August
August is one of my favorite times of the year. Summer is still going strong, the breweries are full of life, artists are bringing some of their best new work, and we get to start sneaking in a little bit of fall and Halloween fun before the season officially arrives.

John E. Streetz
Aug 65 min read


Prism Market Returns to Glen Ellyn for a Summer Celebration Filled with Local Art, Craft Beer, and Plenty of Cats
On Saturday, August 8, from 12:00 PM to 5:00 PM, Streetz Artz Alliance returns to Maplewood Public House, 486 Pennsylvania Ave. in downtown Glen Ellyn, for the second Prism Market. After the success of our inaugural event in June, Maplewood and I agreed that moving the market to a Saturday afternoon would give even more families and shoppers the chance to spend the day with us.

John E. Streetz
Aug 44 min read


Collectors Find Their Happy Place at Naperville's Comics, Cards & Vinyl Market
Collectors know that the thrill isn't just about finding something rare—it's about the hunt. Whether it's discovering a first-print comic book, uncovering a long-sought vinyl record, completing a trading card deck, or meeting the artist behind a favorite illustration, every collection has a story.

John E. Streetz
Jul 313 min read


Sip. Shop. Collect. Repeat. This Saturday in Naperville.
Whether you're searching for a rare comic book, flipping through crates of vinyl, chasing that elusive trading card, or discovering original artwork from local creators, the hunt begins Saturday, August 1, as the second annual Comics, Cards & Vinyl Market returns to Noon Whistle Brewing from 12:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.

John E. Streetz
Jul 285 min read


Flurry Artisan Market Returns to Hailstorm Brewing This Sunday with 35+ Local Artists, Craft Beer and Summer Shopping
Looking for something different to do this weekend? The Flurry Artisan Market returns to Hailstorm Brewing Company on Sunday, July 26, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., transforming one of Tinley Park's favorite breweries into a marketplace filled with local artists, handmade goods, great food and craft beer.

John E. Streetz
Jul 235 min read


Why We Created Our First Dungeons & Dragons Inspired Artisan Market
On Saturday, July 18, we're transforming Hopvine Brewing Company in Aurora into a gathering place for fantasy fans, tabletop gamers, local artists, and craft beer enthusiasts. It's our first event inspired by the world of Dungeons & Dragons, and judging by the response from our artists, it certainly won't be the last.

John E. Streetz
Jul 134 min read


Crafted & Amplified Artisan Market Debuts at Imperial Oak Brewing During Beats & Brews Weekend
Looking for the perfect way to spend a summer Sunday? The Streetz Artz Alliance is excited to partner with Imperial Oak Brewing for the first-ever Crafted & Amplified Artisan Market, taking place on Sunday, July 19, 2026, from 12:00 PM to 5:00 PM as part of the brewery's annual Beats & Brews celebration.

John E. Streetz
Jul 105 min read


Halloween in the Summer? Yes, Please. Summerween Returns to Soundgrowler for Year Four
There's a moment every July when I realize just how far Summerween has come. What started back in 2023 as a fun little idea — what if we did a Halloween-themed market in the middle of summer? — has turned into one of the South Side's favorite annual traditions. I'm thrilled to say the Fourth Annual Summerween Market is coming back to Soundgrowler Brewing Co. in Tinley Park on Saturday, July 25, 2026, and I genuinely can't wait for you all to see this year's lineup.

John E. Streetz
Jun 306 min read
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