SIDE STREET
STUDIO ARTS
Where Elgin Creates
Area 22 - Arts, Crafts, + Oddities Fair
Sat, Aug 08
|Riverside Drive
Music, art, and food on Riverside Drive.
Time & Location
Aug 08, 2026, 1:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Riverside Drive, Riverside Dr, Elgin, IL 60120, USA
About the event
Prepare for LANDING! On Saturday, August 8th from 1–7PM, AREA 22 returns to Riverside Drive in downtown Elgin. Presented by Side Street Studio Arts, this one-day outdoor art fair brings together fine art, handmade goods, and delightfully unexpected work in one of the Fox Valley’s most vibrant downtown spaces.
Explore unique artwork and crafts, watch live art and sculpture being created, enjoy great food and drinks from local vendors, and take in music and entertainment throughout the afternoon. AREA 22 is welcoming for all ages—and yes, friendly pets are welcome too.
Free admission. Free parking. Rain or shine. Whether you’re an art lover, a collector, or just looking for something fun and different to do downtown, AREA 22 offers a creative experience you won’t want to miss.
DATE: Saturday, August 8th
TIME: 1pm-7pm
LOCATION: Riverside Drive, Downtown Elgin
Interested in becoming a vendor? Apply here.