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 26th, 2025

Join a ghost tour at one of Alton, Illinois’ scariest places- The McPike Mansion!The McPike Mansion, both a historic and haunted Alton property, sits on the once 15-acre estate of Henry Guest…
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Sep 27th, 2025

Love to fish? Bluff City Outdoors hosts Catfish on the Confluence tournaments every month, March through October, on the fourth Saturday of each month! Sign up any time before the date of…
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Sep 28th, 2025

Join FLOCK Food Truck Park & Bar for their Sunday Markets April through October each last Sunday of the month from 11 a.m. - 3 p.m.! Shop local vendors, enjoy live music…
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Oct 3rd, 2025

Alton Main Street presents First Fridays, a late-night art and shopping experience which spans the Downtown Alton district. This event is held on the First Friday of October, November and December, providing…
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Oct 4th, 2025

With a $15,000 purse up for grabs and winning catfish often weighing in around the 100-pound mark, this tournament is truly Known for Giants! 100 boats will hit the waters at the…
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Oct 4th, 2025

Step back in time and meet figures from the past at Vintage Voices! The October tradition will continue with guided gentle-walking tours to visit different stops and meet actors as they portray…
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Oct 24th, 2025

Let’s do the Time Warp again at Alton Little Theater! Join ALT for an electrifying, interactive experience as Rocky Horror Picture Show takes to the stage! Whether you’re a die-hard fan or…
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Oct 31st, 2025

Ghost and goblins beware, the "Most Haunted Small Town in America" will be out in full force at this year's annual Halloween Parade. See Alton's scariest costumes and comical characters with over…
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