Dear knitters, knitterinas, and lovers of fibers, here is a warm invitation to join YarnCon, the independent yarn festival in Chicago! From April 11 to 12, 2026, this weekend will be a true immersion into the world of fibers. Admission is free, making this event open to everyone, whether you’re a beginner or an expert in knitting and yarn. Exciting demonstrations await, offering the chance to discover new techniques and be inspired by local enthusiasts.
Practical information — YarnCon
- Location : Chicago, IL
- 2026 dates : 2026-04-11 → 2026-04-12
- Price : YarnCon is free and open to the public – no tickets needed!
- Program : demonstrations
- Official website : 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 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, IL
- 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, IL
- City Suites Hotel — 933 West Belmont Avenue 60657 Chicago
Where to eat near Chicago, IL
- 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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