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.

Feb 1st, 2025

Alton Eagle Watching Shuttle Tours 2025

Enjoy a guided tour of some of the best eagle watching hot spots in and around the Alton area. This 90-minute tour will highlight sites where wintering American Bald eagles are typically…

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Jan 26th, 2025

The EXES at Alton Little Theater

Come to Alton Little Theater for their first play of 2025: The EXES, A Brand-New Play AND a Brand-New Director (Randy Manning) whose mission is to chase away any winter blues with…

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Jan 26th, 2025

Winter on the River Photography Contest 2024–2025

The National Great Rivers Museum (NGRM), in partnership with Meeting of the Rivers Foundation (MTRF), is now accepting entries for their fourth annual “Winter on the River” Photography Contest. MTRF is…

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Mar 1st, 2025

Beyond the Sea Concert at Alton Little Theater

Step back in time and relive the magic of the legendary Bobby Darin at Alton Little Theater on March 1st and 2nd. “Beyond the Sea” is a captivating tribute that brings the…

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Mar 15th, 2025

Sing in the Love & Luck for 2025 Concert at Alton Little Theater

*EVENT MOVED TO MARCH 15 Celebrate the arrival of 2025 with a spectacular concert event at Alton Little Theater, featuring the extraordinary tenor, Thomas M. Taylor IV. Join ALT January 4 at…

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Apr 4th, 2025

The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee at Alton Little Theater

Alton Little Theater presents The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee, A witty musical set in a small Midwestern Town, with Characters that will warm your heart your heart AND Tickle your…

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May 9th, 2025

Women of a Certain Age at Alton Little Theater

Join ALT for the comedy Women of Certain Age! Four long-time friends long for a little more "adventure” in Life and have no idea just how much FUN and Mayhem gets created…

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Jun 26th, 2025

Haunted America Conference 2025

America's Original Ghost Conference (Founded in 1997 and often imitated- but never equaled!) is back and will be held at Lewis & Clark Community College June 26-29. The Haunted America Conference is…

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Where to Eat in Alton

With more than 60 restaurants in Alton alone, there’s no excuse for going hungry.

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Things to Do in Alton

It’s not quite the city that never sleeps, but from the time the morning sun illuminates the Mississippi River until the neon lights go dark in the Fast Eddie’s Bon Air sign…

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Lodging in Alton

Alton has the perfect pillow to lay down your weary head. Experience lofts with breathtaking views, luxurious award-winning bed and breakfast inns, and full-service hotels.

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Events in Alton

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