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Illinois Local, 3309 Robbins Road #119, Springfield, IL (2025)

11/03/2025

🎄🌟🎅"We are looking forward to meeting people and networking with other small businesses in our area. The chance to display the things that we make is very special to us. Helping someone find the perfect gift for Christmas will bring us much joy." - Diane DeGroot of Beaded by D.

"My sister and I make a variety of handmade items. My sister crochets afghans, hats, and scarf sets. She has several other items, including handmade wreaths and Christmas items, that she will be selling. I focus on beaded items, including pens, bracelets, earrings, and other items."

⭐️We are excited to welcome Dianne and her sister to the 5th annual Illinois Local Holiday Market, where there is FREE ON-SITE PARKING and the whole family is welcome, including DOGS! ❤

So, join us on Saturday, November 29 from 9 am in the Expo Building at the IL State Fairgrounds where you can meet SANTA for FREE, Bluey 💙 & Bingo 🧡, modern and classic cars 🚗, a FREE children's play area, kids crafts for a donation to Springfield High School class of 2027, face painting, hot food 🫔and drinks ☕, and entertainment from Springfield Youth Performance Group and Dayna's Dance Revolution! 🩰🎼

🛍Shop until you drop with 70+ vendors from across the state.

We can't wait to see you.
Entry is $5 for 13 and over.

11/02/2025

⭐️Get ready to celebrate the most wonderful time of the year with an exciting lineup of local holiday happenings across Illinois!✨

From cozy yoga mornings and creative DIY workshops to festive markets, open houses, and family-friendly events, there’s something for everyone to enjoy this season.

Mark your calendars and make this holiday season one to remember.

For a full list of IL Member events visit the Illinois Local website or link in bio ❤️🎄

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11/01/2025

🎄🎅We are excited to welcome Mimi's Terrariums to the 5th Annual Illinois Local Holiday Market on Small Business Saturday - November 29, from 9 am to 4 pm in the Expo Building at the IL State Fairgrounds in Springfield!🌿🌟

"We are looking forward to our first year at the Illinois Local Holiday Market." - Owner, Melissa Krumme.

"We have been at a different vendor event on Small Business Saturday the last couple of years, so we haven't attended before. I am eager to see who we know who is also a member!"

Melissa and her husband, Jerry, will be accompanied by 70+ vendors, Santa, Bluey & Bingo, performances by Springfield Youth Performance Group and Dayna's Dance Revolution, hot food and drinks, a children's play area - courtesy of Little Lincoln's Toy Store, kids' crafts, and more.

Entry is $5 for 13 and over.
🚗Onsite Parking is FREE!
❤️Bring the whole family!
🐶Dog-friendly event!

Vendor spots are available. Non-members welcome! Visit the Illinois Local website to register. Electricity is free. FREE booths for teen entrepreneurs - if you're interested in joining the festivities, email [email protected]

10/31/2025

🎉✨ The holiday season is heating up so it's time for the Illinois Local roundup of November & December 2025 events that are bound to bring festive cheer across the state! 🎄🕯️LINK IN COMMENTS!

From fun‐filled family outings to cozy, creative experiences, here’s a taste of what’s coming:

- A free yoga class to start November off right at Balance Yoga in Springfield.

- A vintage holiday‐treasure open house at Collected Boutique (Oct 30 – Nov 1) for one-of-a-kind décor and gifts.

- Red Hive Market in Batavia — November 6: Holiday Sneak Peek evening (4–8 p.m.) with decorated downtown stores and a festive trolley shuttle.

- Ceramics Made by Rosie — November 8: A sip-paint-shop event at It's All About Wine where you paint ceramic pots and browse handmade pottery.

- Main Street Florist & Gifts — November 25: DIY “Cornucopia Centerpieces” class just in time for Thanksgiving décor.

- The 5th annual Illinois Local Holiday Market on Small Business Saturday (Nov 29) with 70+ vendors, live entertainment, kid’s play area & more!

- West of Wise Winery with Wildflowers and Barley — December 5: Hat & Purse Burning (yes, really!) plus a hat band DIY and $5 credit to the winery.

- The Hive Honey Beetique — December 6 & 7: “Bee Merry & Bright” Holiday Open House featuring honey-infused treats, DIY simmer-pots, giveaways, and sustainable gift wrapping.

- A “Cookies + Cocoa Crawl” at The Railyard - Springfield, IL on Dec 13: stroll, sip, snack and soak up the holiday ambience.

Whether you're looking to catch some holiday vibes, indulge in special events, or support local businesses — this is your moment. 🌟 Mark your calendars!

👉 Read the full event list on the Illinois local Website on the News page and under Illinois Local Members Holiday Happenings!

📍 Tag a friend you’ll bring along, and let the holiday magic begin! 🎁✨

10/28/2025

"I enjoyed watching families come through together and seeing and hearing them laugh and smile. As a new business I made several connections and had the opportunity to brand my business to the community. I am looking forward to same family fun this year!" - Cheri Plummer, owner, CLP Insurance Solutions, LLC

We can't wait to have Cheri and her team return to the Holiday Market!

What’s in store at the 5th annual Illinois Local Holiday Market:
🛍️ 70+ amazing local vendors
🎁 Handmade gifts & one-of-a-kind finds
🎅 Santa, Bluey & Bingo meet & greets
🎨 Kids’ crafts, face painting & play area
🎶 Live entertainment from Springfield Youth Performance Group and Dayna's Dance Revolution
🍽️ Festive food & drinks
🅿️ FREE parking
💵 $5 entry (ages 13+)

Whether you're local to the area or visiting for the first time, our market is packed with charm, creativity, and community spirit.

👉 Vendor booths still available! Visit the Illinois Local website to sign up.

10/27/2025

“We love the Holiday Market every year! The Holidays are a time meant for joy and happiness, so our dancers love getting the opportunity to spread some cheer in our community!! Plus there’s vendors there with something for all ages ~ come shop, watch Dayna's Dance Revolution and then shop some more 💜” - Dayna of Dayna’s Dance Revolution

🎁 Illinois Local Holiday Market 🎁
🗓 Small Business Saturday — November 29
🕘 9 AM – 4 PM
📍 Expo Building, Illinois State Fairgrounds, Springfield, IL
💵 Entry: $5 (Ages 13 & up)

Celebrate Small Business Saturday at the Illinois Local Holiday Market — the perfect way to kick off the holiday season! Enjoy a full day of shopping, family fun, and festive cheer while supporting local businesses and artisans.

✨ Event Highlights:
🎅 Visit with Santa
💙🧡 Meet Bluey & Bingo
🎨 Children’s play area + holiday crafts for kids
🎭 Performances from Springfield Youth Performance Group
🍔 Hot food & drinks available all day
🛍 70+ local vendors with gifts, decor, and goodies for all ages

Shop local. Support small businesses. Celebrate the season! ✨

Vendor spots are available, visit the Illinois Local website for more information and to register.

10/24/2025

🩰"I love performing at the Illinois Local Holiday Market because I get to dance in front of people who might not know what Springfield Youth Performance Group is—and promote the show!" – Adele H.🩰

🎄 Don’t miss performances by Springfield Youth Performance Group starting at 9:30 AM at the Illinois Local Holiday Market on Small Business Saturday – November 29, in the Expo Building at the Illinois State Fairgrounds.

🩰 The cast will be performing excerpts from this year’s The Nutcracker.
🎟️ The full production will be available for both in-person and online viewing on Saturday, December 6, and Sunday, December 7.

What’s in store at the Illinois Local Holiday Market:
🛍️ 70+ amazing local vendors
🎁 Handmade gifts & one-of-a-kind finds
🎅 Santa, Bluey & Bingo meet & greets
🎨 Kids’ crafts, face painting & play area
🎶 Live entertainment from SYPG and Dayna’s Dance Revolution
🍽️ Festive food & drinks
🅿️ FREE parking
💵 $5 entry (ages 13+)

Whether you're local to the area or visiting for the first time, our market is packed with charm, creativity, and community spirit.

👉 Vendor booths still available! Visit the Illinois Local website to sign up.

10/23/2025

Thanks to Ann at Peace, Love and Sweat for hosting this month’s networking event!

Next month is our Holiday Market on Small Business Saturday - November 29 in the Expo Building at the IL State Fairgrounds from 9am to 4pm.

Our December networking event is at Wildflowers and Barley on the 11th from 9am to 10am. All welcome! Register on the Illinois Local website.

10/23/2025

🎄"We had such a great time at the Illinois Local Holiday Market!🎄

The Exposition Building on the Illinois State Fairgrounds is absolutely beautiful and so well set up for vendors.

There was plenty of space, great traffic all day, and such a fun mix of shoppers. We loved that there were food and drink options, plus so many unique small businesses to shop from.

The whole event was organized so well — it really had an awesome vibe. We’ll definitely be back and highly recommend it to other vendors!" - Amanda Conner of NovaBrooks Boutique

⭐Join us for the 5th Annual Illinois Local Holiday Market on Small Business Saturday, November 29, 9 AM – 4 PM | Expo Building, IL State Fairgrounds. ⭐

🛍70+ amazing local vendors
👗Handmade gifts & one-of-a-kind finds
🎅Santa, 💙Bluey & 🧡Bingo meet & greets
🎨Kids’ crafts, face painting & play area
🩰Live entertainment + festive food & drinks
🚗FREE Parking
💵$5 entry (ages 13+)

Whether you're local to the area or visiting for the first time, our market is packed with charm, creativity, and community spirit.

Vendor booths still available! Visit the Illinois Local website to sign up.

10/22/2025

🎁Shop local. Support dreams. Celebrate community🛍️

“We truly look forward to the Illinois Local’s Small Business Saturday Holiday Market every year — it’s one of our favorites! It’s such a special opportunity to be surrounded by fellow makers, creators, and small businesses who share the same passion and heart for what they do.

We're incredibly grateful to Illinois Local for all they do to lift up and support businesses like ours. Being part of this amazing community means so much to us.

We can’t wait to see you at the Expo Building this Small Business Saturday — come shop small and support local! 💛” – Brad Keltner of Rescued N Repurposed Vintage Flatware

✨🎄Join us for the Illinois Local Holiday Market on Small Business Saturday — November 29, 9 AM – 4 PM at the Expo Building, IL State Fairgrounds, Springfield, IL!🎄✨

✨70+ amazing local vendors
🕯Handmade gifts & one-of-a-kind finds
🎅Santa, 💙Bluey & 🧡Bingo meet & greets
🎨Kids’ crafts, face painting & play area
🩰Live entertainment + festive food & drinks
🚗FREE Parking
💵$5 entry (ages 13+)

Skip the big box crowds and support the small businesses that make our communities shine. 🌟
Whether you're local to the area or visiting for the first time, our market is packed with charm, creativity, and community spirit.

Vendor booths still available! Visit the Illinois Local website to sign up.

10/21/2025

🎬The Storyteller Studios has received nominations for three Mid-America Regional Emmy® Awards. 🎥

“The Regional Emmys really are set apart. Work is judged by our peers in the industry in other markets around the country using rigorous criteria. The best of the best is put forward through nomination, and we are delighted to be included—not just for one, but for three awards.” - Josh Hester, executive producer at The Storyteller Studios.

🏆Congratulations Storyteller Studios! We are so proud of you!

✨Link in comments.

10/21/2025

🍝✨ Fresh Flavors & Holiday Cheer! 🎄

We’re excited to welcome back Keila Stapleton of Pasta al Dente by Keila to the Illinois Local Holiday Market this year! 🙌

Known for her mouthwatering homemade pasta and delicious desserts, Keila brings warmth, flavor, and heart to every dish. Whether you're looking for a cozy meal or the perfect sweet treat, her booth is a must-visit!

“The best homemade pasta made with the best ingredients and love. Local small businesses from Springfield, IL.” – Keila Stapleton, Pasta al Dente by Keila

📣 Catch Keila and 70+ amazing local vendors at the 5th Annual Illinois Local Holiday Market
🗓 Small Business Saturday – November 29
🕘 9 AM – 4 PM | 📍 Expo Building, IL State Fairgrounds
🎁 What’s in store:
🍝 Fresh pasta & artisan desserts
🛍️ Handmade gifts & unique finds
🎨 Kids’ crafts, face painting, live entertainment
🎅 Santa, Bluey & Bingo meet & greets!
🚗 FREE Parking | 🎟️ $5 Entry (13+)

Support incredible local makers like Keila, shop small, and savor the magic of the season. 🎁✨

🛍️ Vendor booths still available! Visit the Illinois Local website to register.

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