We are filling up quickly for the 37th Annual ABOB Craft Fair! To take advantage of the $95 early bird fee, please use the link below.👇
A separate link for table reservations is also provided below. 👇
The 2026, 37th annual Alton Band & Orchestra Builders Olde Alton Arts & Craft Fair will take place Saturday, December 5 and Sunday, December 6 at Alton High School, 4200 Humbert Rd.
Saturday, December 5: Breakfast starts at 8:00am. The Craft Fair is open 9:00am – 4:00pm.
Sunday, December 6: Breakfast starts at 8:00am. Craft Fair is open 10:00am – 3:00pm.
Registration for the 2026 Craft Fair is now open. Please read the terms of the vendor registration/contract below.👇
CLICK HERE: https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/abob-37th-annual-olde-alton-arts-and-crafts-fair
OR SCAN THE QR CODE:
After completing the quick, user-friendly registration process, you will automatically receive a receipt for your payment and confirmation by email. Please make sure the email you provide is one you can access. We have been fully booked since October (mostly booked since July) and currently have a long waitlist, so early registration is strongly encouraged.
Payment must be made by debit card, credit card, or bank transfer. We cannot accept cash or checks, and payments will not be taken in the office. If you need help with registration, contact abobcraftfair@gmail.com
- Standard booth fee: $100
- Early-bird discount: Register by January 8 to receive $5 off (booth is $95). Please pay by this date to receive the discount and request/reserve your spot for next year.
Booth Information
Below you will find the booth measurements and the doors closest to your assigned area. While this information is also posted on our website, we wanted to share it directly with you in case you haven’t had a chance to review it. Please keep in mind that booth measurements are approximate and not guaranteed.
Your product must be handcrafted, no wholesale items, imports or kit items will be allowed.
Click here to purchase 8 foot tables for the craft fair: https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/purchase-a-table-for-the-abob-craft-fair
Booth sizes may be adjusted to maintain proper clearance.
| Booth Numbers | Booth Size | Door |
| Cafeteria: CA01 through CA31 | 8×9 | C |
| Cafeteria: C32 through CA48 | 8×9 | B |
| Cafeteria: CA49 through CA62 | 8×9 | C |
| Cafeteria: CA63 through CA69 | 7×10 | C |
| Cafeteria: CA70 through CA75 | 7×10 | B |
| Main Hall: MH01 through MH08 | 7×10 | B |
| Main Hall: MH09 through MH16 | 7×10 | A |
| Main Square: MS01 through MS47 | 5×12 | A |
| Library1 and Library2 | 5×12 | B |
| Upper Square: LS01 through US50 | 5×12 | A |
| Lower Square: LS01 through LS30 | 5×12 | D |
| LSLobby 01through LSLobby 12 | 7×10 | D |
| LSLobby13 | 5×12 | D |
| LSGym01 through LSGym07 | 7×10 | D |
Two (2) chairs may be available for each space.
Arrangements for tables (if rented) must be made in advance.
THE FAIR COMMITTEE RESERVES THE RIGHT TO ASSIGN YOU A DESIGNATED SPACE. NO
SPECIAL REQUESTS WILL BE HONORED.
All proceeds support our band and orchestra students in the Alton School District so that all students have access to our outstanding music program. Thank you for your support!
For additional information, email abobcraftfair@gmail.com.
🔴 Please read the following contract guidelines below!🔴
ABOB Craft Fair Contract/Rules
- All booths must be safely constructed and free of hazards. Drape all booth or table fronts that are exposed to view, and keep all packing materials out of sight.
- All crafters are responsible for their merchandise in case of loss or damage. Neither the Alton Community School District nor ABOB is liable for any damages or injuries to persons or property sustained on the premises.
- All merchandise in the show must be handcrafted. Crafters must attest to making all or a major part (over 50%) of each item presented at the fair and to selling only their own crafts. The craft fair committee reserves the right to remove any item deemed objectionable, undesirable, or not of suitable quality.
- No alcoholic beverages are permitted on the premises. Smoking and electronic vaping are not permitted in any school building or on school property.
- No pets are permitted.
- No nails, screws, tape, or staples may be attached to walls, floors, ceilings, or tables.
- All proceeds from craft sales go to the crafters. Crafters are responsible for collecting and paying Illinois State sales tax.
- An email confirmation and receipt will be sent automatically after you complete your craft fair registration. Approximately two weeks before the event, you will receive another email with specific details, including fair information, your booth number, and your booth location.
- Crafters who close their booth before 3:00 p.m. on Sunday forfeit their right to return the following year.
- Crafters must park in the designated lot after unloading, or their vehicle may be towed at their expense. Crafters are NOT permitted to park in handicapped parking without a state-issued permit.
- We will attempt to accommodate electricity requests. It is the crafter’s responsibility to provide a long, heavy-duty extension cord. The school building has limited power outlets; please be patient and limit power needs as much as possible.
- If you must cancel, notify us by November 1 for a full refund. No refunds will be issued after November 1. No exceptions.
- All crafters selling food items must contact the Madison County Health Department to determine required permits, if any. Proper permits must be available at all times during the fair. You may be asked to leave if the required permits are not obtained. No refunds will be issued.
- The health and safety of our students, crafters, and guests are important to us. Safety protocols for the Fair may vary based on guidance from the CDC, Illinois Department of Public Health, the Madison County Health Department, government requirements, or District Administration. Protocols will be communicated as soon as they are available. While these measures cannot guarantee complete protection from COVID-19 or other communicable diseases, they provide our best chance to maintain a healthy environment.
Our students will be available to assist you with transporting booth materials to and from your vehicle on Friday during setup and Sunday during teardown. Due to high demand, we kindly ask that you do not request help with unpacking or packing your items.
The cafeteria will be open on Saturday and Sunday for both breakfast and lunch. Students will be available to deliver food directly to your booth if needed.