

# Event Details

- **Event Name**: AREA 22 Arts, Crafts & Oddities Fair
- **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 08 Aug, 2026 at 01:00 pm – Sat, 08 Aug, 2026 at 07:00 pm (-05:00)
- **Event Description**: 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

FREE and open to the public!
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¡Prepárate para el ATERRIZAJE! El sábado 8 de agosto, de 1 a 7 p. m., AREA 22 regresa a Riverside Drive, en el centro de Elgin. Presentado por Side Street Studio Arts, esta feria de arte al aire libre de un solo día reúne arte fino, productos hechos a mano y obras sorprendentemente originales en uno de los espacios más vibrantes del Fox Valley.

Explora obras de arte y artesanías únicas, observa cómo se crea arte y escultura en vivo, disfruta de excelente comida y bebidas de vendedores locales, y goza de música y entretenimiento durante toda la tarde. AREA 22 es un evento para todas las edades—y sí, las mascotas amigables también son bienvenidas.

Entrada gratuita. Estacionamiento gratuito. Con lluvia o sol. Ya seas amante del arte, coleccionista o simplemente busques algo divertido y diferente para hacer en el centro, AREA 22 ofrece una experiencia creativa que no te querrás perder.

FECHA: Sábado, 8 de agosto
HORA: 1 p.m. – 7 p.m.
UBICACIÓN: Riverside Drive, Centro de Elgin

¡GRATIS y abierto al público!
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/elgin/area-22-arts-crafts-and-oddities-fair/200029685537835
- **Event Categories**: art, fine-arts
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 224

## Ticket Details

- **Ticket URL**: http://facebook.com/200029685537835?utm_source=AllEvents.in&utm_medium=event-discovery-platform&utm_campaign=elgin-events

## Event venue details

- **city**: Elgin
- **state**: IL
- **country**: United States
- **location**: 62 S Riverside Dr, Elgin, IL 60120-6425, United States
- **lat**: 42.03527
- **long**: -88.2839
- **full address**: 62 S Riverside Dr, Elgin, IL 60120-6425, United States

## Event Organizer details

- **affiliate_id**: 2
- **organizer**: Side Street Studio Arts (https://allevents.in/org/side-street-studio-arts/859799)

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- **Alt text**: thumbnail
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## FAQs

- **Q**: When is the event happening?
  - **A:** Sat, 08 Aug, 2026 at 01:00 pm (-05:00)
- **Q**: Where is the event happening?
  - **A:** 62 S Riverside Dr, Elgin, IL 60120-6425, United States
- **Q**: Who is organizing the event?
  - **A:** Side Street Studio Arts
- **Q**: What type of event is this?
  - **A:** art, fine-arts
- **Q**: Where can I find ticket details about AREA 22 Arts, Crafts & Oddities Fair ?
  - **A:** You can find ticket details about this event on AllEvents.

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