Press Releases

The Great Rivers & Routes Tourism Bureau wants to make sure everyone in our six county region, and even those outside of it, know what's going on.

From alerting folks to the arrival of wintering American Bald Eagles to announcing annual Restaurant Week activities and so much more, bureau staff works with local media to help spread our messages.

Stay up-to-date on the latest news in the Great Rivers & Routes region with press releases highlighted here.

August 4, 2021

Eighteen ice cream shops highlight their best (and coolest) creations

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE (Alton, IL – Aug. 5, 2021) Cool off during the dog days of summer during the Great Rivers & Routes Epic Ice Cream Week Aug. 9 – 13. Eighteen…

July 7, 2021

Step Up to the Plate for All Star Restaurant Week

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE (Alton, IL – July 6, 2021) Round the bases during Alton’s All-Star Restaurant Week and enjoy delicious summer dishes served up by 21 locally owned and operated area restaurants…

June 29, 2021

Tourism Bureau Adds New Community Partners

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE (Alton, IL – June 28, 2021) Two Madison County cities along with East St. Louis, located in St. Clair County, have joined the Great Rivers & Routes Tourism Bureau…

June 25, 2021

Fireworks Road Trip Ahead in Southwest Illinois

Jun. 25, 2021 Fireworks Road Trip Ahead Celebrate long July 4 weekend in southwest Illinois

June 11, 2021

State Spotlight Shines On Southwest Illinois

State Tourism Deputy Director and Illinois Senate Tourism & Hospitality Committee Visit Region

June 10, 2021

Take Your Pick Of Epic Burgers June 14–18

TWENTY-TWO LOCAL RESTAURANTS HIGHLIGHT GREAT BURGERS DURING WEEKLONG EVENT

May 17, 2021

Brand New Campaign Kicks Off in Southwest Illinois

There Is “Greatness Around Every Turn” In Southwest Illinois

May 10, 2021

Tourism Bureau Applauds Illinois’ Reopening Plans

Illinois Reopening Plans Marks Beginning Of Economic Comeback For Southwest Illinois

May 3, 2021

Fireworks Light up the Great River Road All Summer

Fireworks Light Up Great River Road This Summer LIGHT SHOWS PLANNED EVERY THURSDAY NIGHT IN ALTON AND GRAFTON

May 3, 2021

The Power of Travel Can Help Drive Economic Rebound

The Power Of Travel: DESTINATIONS Can Help Drive America’s Economic Rebound

April 29, 2021

Travel The Mississippi River On Authentic Paddlewheeler

SPIRIT OF PEORIA RIVERBOAT RETURNS TO REGION WITH SUMMER/FALL CRUISE SCHEDULE

April 15, 2021

New Go Guide Highlights Adventure in Southwest Illinois

New Go Guide highlights outdoor adventures, epic food and more for spring/summer travel season

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