Imperial Oak Brewing's Anniversary Weekend includes Artisan Market June 8

John E. Streetz
Jun 4
3 min read

WILLOW SPRINGS, IL — The Streetz Artz Alliance returns to Imperial Oak Brewing’s Willow Springs location for a curated Artisan Market this Sunday, June 8, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., bringing with it a dynamic lineup of over three dozen local artists and makers.

Ken Vanderwarren with AlleyArt brings the handmade decor to the show and is a local to the Willow Springs area. Photo by Vanderwarren

As part of Imperial Oak Brewing’s 11th anniversary celebration weekend, the market offers a family-friendly, free-to-attend shopping experience filled with handcrafted goods, small-batch treats, and one-of-a-kind art. Guests can shop both indoors and outdoors, rain or shine, at 501 Willow Blvd., where artisans will display everything from original artwork, handmade jewelry, woodcrafts, and apparel to sweet and savory gourmet snacks.

"Every event at Willow Springs is a little different, and that’s part of the magic," said John Streetz, organizer of the Streetz Artz Alliance. "We always bring in new artists while welcoming back fan favorites—so whether it’s a jar of giant pickles or an extra-large cookie, our regulars know they’ll find something they love."

New artists joining the Willow Springs market for the first time include crochet creator Bea-Hooked and local illustrator Little Wicked Things, while returning favorites like Gigawatt Coffee Roasters, KP’s Candy Factory, Wanna Pickle Gourmet Foods, and DK Custom Woodwork Co. promise familiar favorites.

Beyond the unique shopping experience, several participating vendors will be donating portions of their sales to charitable causes including Tinley Park PAWS, Saint Jude’s, Wanna Help Outreach, and others.

Cousins Maine Lobster will be on site from 12 p.m. to 6 p.m. (or until sold out), joining Pizza 750, Imperial Oak’s regular culinary partner, to fuel shoppers with fresh bites.

The Artisan Market caps off a full weekend of celebration at Imperial Oak Brewing. Throughout the weekend, guests can enjoy the return of the brewery’s famed Quiet Giant beer variants, live music under the big top tent, and a rotation of food trucks.