Fest Details
Dates & Times…
Saturday & Sunday, March 22 & 23, 2025
Doors Open - 10:00 am
Doors Close – 6:00 pm
VIP Passholders enjoy early access on both days and may enter starting at 9am!
Checking In…
Early Check-In at Paper & Pencil – March 17-21
Visit Paper & Pencil located at 1480 W Berwyn Ave from 11am-6pm on Monday, March 17 - Friday, March 21 to check in early and collect your Chicago Stationery Fest lanyard, wristband, name tag, and event program.
For the best experience, early check-in at Paper & Pencil is recommended!
Day Of Check-In at Artifact Events - March 22-23
Check in also available both Saturday and Sunday of Chicago Stationery Fest at the official event venue — Artifact Events.
VIP Check-In – March 21
VIP Check-In is available at the official VIP Welcome Party on March 21!
How to Get Here…
Artifact Events – home to Chicago Stationery Fest 2025 – is located in the historic Ravenswood Neighborhood on Chicago’s Far North Side at 4325 North Ravenswood Avenue, Chicago, IL 60613.
CTA - Bus Routes
78 to Montrose & Ravenswood - 3-minute walk
9 to Ashland & Montrose - 5-minute walk
22 to Clark & Montrose - 10-minute walk
CTA - L Train
Brown Line to Montrose - 3-minute walk
Metra - Commuter Train
UP-N to Ravenswood - 10-minute walk
Parking
There is ample free street parking available near the venue along Ravenswood Avenue and neighboring residential streets.
Where to Stay…
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The Guesthouse Hotel
Located in Andersonville, just to the east of Ravenswood, The Guesthouse Hotel offers comfortable accommodations in apartment-style suites. TheGuesthouseHotel.com
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Hotel Zachary
Located a quick bus or train ride away from Ravenswood, Hotel Zachary is a boutique hotel located in Wrigleyville, just across the street from the iconic WrigleyField. HotelZachary.com
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Hampton Inn Loyola Station
Located just north of Ravenswood and easily accessible via the CTA Red Line or 36 bus, Hampton Inn Chicago Loyola Station is comfortable, reliable, and traditional. Hilton.com
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Magnolia Studios
Nestled in Edgewater near Ravenswood, Magnolia Studios are two identical family-owned studios housed within a delightful brick coach house. 5705Magnolia.com
What to See & Do…
We’re excited for you to join us all weekend for Chicago Stationery Fest and experience all that we have planned!
When you’re not enjoying CSF there’s plenty to see and do in Ravenswood, Andersonville, and throughout Chicago!
Shopping in Ravenswood
Founded in 1868 as a suburb of Chicago, today the Ravenswood neighborhood is home to a dynamic blend of tree-lined residential streets and bustling retail and commercial spaces. You’ll find a variety of local and independently owned shops, artist studios, and unique restaurants throughout the neighborhood. Known to Chicagoans as “Malt Row”, the Ravenswood Industrial Corridor and the surrounding area has earned its reputation as “Chicago’s most diverse beer destination.” Learn more at RavenswoodChicago.org.
Shopping in Andersonville
Andersonville is fondly known as the “shop local capital of Chicago” thanks to it’s 150+ locally-owned businesses. The heart of Andersonville extends along Clark Street from Victoria Street to the north all the way to Lawrence Avenue to the south. The best way to experience the neighborhood is to visit the local shops along Clark and the adjacent streets. Learn more at Andersonville.org.
One of a Kind Experiences
Candle Making Classes at Edgewater Candles — Located in the Historic Bryn Mawr District of Edgewater, Edgewater Candles is a LGBTQ-owned candle studio offering interactive candle making classes. EdgewaterCandles.com
Chicago Magic Lounge — Part speakeasy and part magic theater, the Chicago Magic Lounge is home to Chicago-style close-up magic performances like you’ve never seen before. ChicagoMagicLounge.com
Freestyle Ceramics & Tufting — Get creative with ceramic hand-building, pottery painting, and 2D and 3D tufting projects. FreestyleTufting.com
Museums You Shouldn’t Miss
Swedish American Museum Active in Andersonville for over 40 years, the Swedish American Museum is home to special art exhibits, the We Are America exhibit, and the Brunk Children’s Museum of Immigration. Visit to learn more about the the immigrant experience for children and adults and contemporary Swedish-American culture. SwedishAmericanMuseum.org
The Art Institute of Chicago Home to a collection of art that spans centuries and the globe—and one of Tripadvisor’s “Best of the Best” US attractions of 2024 — the Art Institute of Chicago is one of our favorite museums and spots to get away, explore, and seek out creativity. ARTIC.edu
The Field Museum Open for over a century and home to nearly 40 million artifacts and specimens, The Field Museum is one of favorite places to spend a day in Chicago. FieldMuseum.org
Chicago Stationery Shops to Visit
Chicago is home to incredible stationery shops — make sure you visit these local independently-owned stores over the weekend!
Paper & Pencil — 1480 W Berwyn Ave — PaperandPencilChicago.com
a.favorite design — 4432 N Kedzie Ave — afavoritedesign.com
Atlas Stationers — 227 W Lake St — AtlasStationers.com
Bari Zaki Studios — 3858 N Lincoln Ave — BariZaki.com
Martha Mae Outpost — 1727 W Grand Ave — MarthaMae.info
Steel Petal Press — 2321 N Milwaukee Ave — SteelPetalPress.com
FAQs
If you don’t see your question answered here, please email us — hello@chicagostationeryfest.com!
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Chicago Stationery Fest is a strictly 18+ event. All attendees must be 18 years of age and older.
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Yes! There is ample free street parking available along Ravenswood Avenue and neighboring residential streets.
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Yes! Our venue – Artifact Events – is fully accessible with elevator access available.
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Yes! We're excited to feature several local food and beverage vendors during the event. These vendors will offer ready-to-eat food along with beverages. We will also have a cash bar available with alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages.
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Your pass to Chicago Stationery Fest gives you full access to The Marketplace, Creative Lounge, and Meet-Ups. Workshop tickets are an additional purchase. You must have a Weekend Pass to sign up for workshops.
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No -- due to limited space within the venue you may not bring luggage or wheeled carts. Wheelchairs and mobility aids are welcome.
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Masking is not required; however, you're welcome to wear a mask if you'd like!
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No. You may not. However, service animals are welcome.
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Contrary to what you may hear on the news, Chicago is incredibly safe, welcoming, and friendly! Ravenswood -- our host neighborhood for CSF 2025 -- is safe to walk around and easy to navigate. And public transit in Chicago is safe, clean, reliable, and affordable.