41st Annual
FALL DIDDLEY®
October 10 + 11
Saturday, 9 - 5 pm
Sunday, 9 - 4 pm
McHenry County Fairgrounds
11900 Country Club Road
Woodstock, IL 60098
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Fall Diddley is a juried craft show, meaning all vendors are reviewed to ensure a high-quality, handcrafted experience for our shoppers. We welcome applications from artists and crafters of all mediums.
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📅 Dates:
October 10 & 11🕘 Hours:
Saturday: 9 – 5 pm
Sunday: 9 – 4 pm📍 Location: : NEW LOCATION
McHenry County Fairgrounds
11900 Country Club Road
Woodstock, IL 60098🎟 Admission: BUY TICKETS HERE
Buy Online or with Cash at the event.
$10 per person
Children 11 and under free🐕🦺Only Service Animals Allowed -
Per government codeTwo Entrances:
One at the main parking lot and walkers can enter near the SW corner of the fairgrounds. -
Free Parking - Main entrance off of Country Club Road
Over 200 Artisans
Explore a massive marketplace packed with over 200 unique crafter spaces. Discover talented makers showcasing handcrafted home decor, seasonal treasures, custom gifts, and one-of-a-kind art.
Mental Health Resource League is a 501c3
100% of net proceeds are donated back to the McHenry County Community.
Fair Food Favorites
Classic Grill: Burgers, Hot Dogs, Brats, Pulled Pork
Quick Bites & Comfort: Pizza, Tacos, Chinese
Fair Treats & Drinks: Cheese Curds, Kettle Corn, Funnel Cakes, Coffee, Boba Tea, Dirty Sodas
2026 Sponsors
Multiple Category Sponsor
In-Kind Sponsor
In-Kind Sponsor
In-Kind Product Donation
Monetary Sponsor
Fall Diddley FAQs
Are crafters still being accepted for this year's show?
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This year's show is completely full for crafters.
When were placement letters mailed?
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Placement letters were mailed out on August 27th. If you haven't received yours by September 10th, please reach out via email at falldiddley@mhrl.org.
How does the waitlist work?
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Booths are fully assigned, and wait list positions aren't numbered because openings are filled based on which craft fits the available space. Cancellations can happen all the way up until the morning of the show, but if you want to be removed from the list, simply email falldiddley@mhrl.org (doing so won't affect your chances for next year).
How do I apply for the show?
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Applications are posted directly to this site during the first week of January, so be sure to mark your calendar.
Please include signed contract, photos as requested on the application, and a self addressed stamped envelope (so I can send your acceptance information). Failure to include the above results in an incomplete application and the application does not make it to the jurying process.
What needs to be included with the application?
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What kind of photos should I submit?
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Send clear photos that best represent you, including pictures of your crafts, your setup, and your work-in-progress. Blurry, outdated, or mismatched photos make it difficult for the jury to verify handcrafted work and will prevent you from moving forward.
How do you vet crafters?
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We use a dedicated jurying group to review submitted photos and ensure all participants meet our requirement of showcasing unique, handcrafted items rather than buy-and-sell goods.