Events in Alton

At any point in the year there’s something going on worth seeing and doing in Alton, which means there’s no excuse not to be seeing and doing it all.

In winter it’s eagles and holiday events. In the summer, it’s fairs and festivals. In fall, it’s harvests and hauntings.

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Sep 11th, 2026

Javapalooza 2026
Take your sweet time savoring the smells, reveling in the flavors and immersing yourself in the rich and vibrant coffee culture of the Great Rivers & Routes region during Javapalooza 2026, coming…
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Sep 12th, 2026

A River Runs Through It
Mooneyham Art Presents: A River Runs Through It This September, Mooneyham Art brings together Dawn Isbell and Sarah Lorentz, whose work earned first-place recognition in two separate regional competitions celebrating the Riverbend…
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Sep 12th, 2026

Lucy Haskell Playhouse Open House
Come explore the Victorian-style playhouse of Lucy Haskell during the open house at Haskell Park!In the 1880s, young Lucy Jane Haskell received an unforgettable gift for her fifth birthday: a beautifully crafted…
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Sep 12th, 2026

Alton Pride Festival 2026
Celebrate the 5th Annual Alton Pride Festival in Downtown Alton along Belle Street! Enjoy a full day of fun, food, live entertainment, and community spirit with local vendors offering crafts, Pride merch…
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Sep 19th, 2026

Mississippi Earthtones Festival
Celebrate life on the Mississippi River at the Mississippi Earthtones Festival! This lively, family-friendly event features more than 100 educational booths, live music, interactive art experiences, and performances you won’t find anywhere…
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Sep 26th, 2026

Alton Art Expo 2
Creativity and mental health advocacy are returning once again in an inspiring collaboration between Mooneyham Art, Old Bakery Beer Company, and Centerstone. Alton Art Expo is a groundbreaking exhibition and community gathering…
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Sep 26th, 2026

Alton Odyssey Prohibition Shuttle Tours
Dubbed the “wettest county in the country,” Madison County, IL was a haven for bootleggers, rum runners and speakeasies. Prior to prohibition, Americans drank an average of 7 gallons of alcohol a…
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