Dear knitters and knitters of Chicago, the 17th edition of YarnCon is back, and once again, it’s a free and open event promising a rich day of discoveries and joy. From April 11 to 12, 2026, from 10am to 5pm on Saturday and 10am to 3pm on Sunday, Plumbers Hall will host a festival celebrating craftsmanship and creativity. Whether you’re a beginner or an expert, come immerse yourself in exciting workshops like natural dyeing with Vera Videnovich and watch the spinning demonstrations by the Acorn & Oak team. It’s the perfect opportunity to find your favorite new knitting tools and soak in the friendly atmosphere that defines YarnCon. So, why not join us for a day of creativity and community? Yarn, fiber, and tools galore await!
Practical information — YarnCon: Chicago’s 17th Annual Indie Fiber Fair
- Location : Chicago
- 2026 dates : 2026-04-11 → 2026-04-12
- Price : YarnCon is free and open to the public – no tickets needed!
- Program : demonstrations
- Since : 2010
- Official website : www.yarncon.com
Getting to Chicago
By train
- Berwyn — 6801 Windsor Avenue 60402 Berwyn
- Cicero — South Cicero Avenue 60804 Cicero
- Sheridan — 3940 North Sheridan Road 60613 Chicago
By bus
- State & Madison
- Solidarity Drive & Adler Planetarium
- State & Monroe
About YarnCon: Chicago’s 17th Annual Indie Fiber Fair
Chicago is the largest city in the state of Illinois and the Midwest United States, situated on the western shore of Lake Michigan. With a population of 2.74 million according to the 2020 census, it is the third-most populous city in the United States. Chicago is the seat of Cook County, the second-most populous county in the United States. The city is home to 37 sister cities, and its metropolitan area accommodates approximately 9.62 million inhabitants. Located at an elevation of 587 meters, Chicago has an official website accessible at this address: [https://www.chicago.gov/].
Source : Wikipedia
Things to see on site near Chicago
- Shoreline Sightseeing — 401 North Michigan Avenue 60611 Chicago
- Independence Square Fountain
- Vincent de Paul with two students
- Johann Wolfgang von Goethe Monument
- A Signal of Peace
Where to stay near Chicago
- City Suites Hotel — 933 West Belmont Avenue 60657 Chicago
Where to eat near Chicago
- Pizano’s Pizza & Pasta — 61 East Madison Street 60603 Chicago — +1 312-236-1777
- Eleven City Diner — 1112 South Wabash Avenue 60605 Chicago
- The Berghoff Restaurant — 17 West Adams Street 60603 Chicago — +1 312-427-3170
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