October 3-4, 2026 

The Sugar Creek Arts Festival is a nationally recognized, juried arts event, showcasing fine art and fine crafts for sale by local, regional, and national artists. This free community event also features musical performances and art-making demonstrations. The Sugar Creek Arts Festival is hosted outdoors in the beautiful streets of Uptown Normal, during the Fall season. Originating with sixteen artists selling from the trunks of their cars in 1983, we can't wait to welcome artists, our community, and visitors to enjoy and celebrate its 43rd year! The 43rd Sugar Creek Arts Festival will take place October 3rd through October 4th, 2026.