Entertainment & Events in Alton, Illinois

Special Events

Christmas Wonderland 618-466-8858
Located at Rock Springs Park on College Avenue
An annual spectacular holiday light show which features over two million lights and over 100 displays capturing the memories of Christmas. The theme of the display is right out of Dickens and visits from Santa, as well as horse drawn carriage rides, are also a part of this event that lasts from Thanksgiving to Christmas.
Downtown Alton Block Parties 618-463-1016
The drinks are on ice, the food is on the fire, and the music is ready to rock, so get set to dance down to the streets of Downtown Alton to celebrate the summer Alton Block Party season. The Alton Block Parties, presented by the Alton Marketplace Association and sponsored by Dixon Distributing, run from May through October on the last Saturday of each month from 4 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. when Downtown Alton closes Third Street between Piasa and State Streets and the party begins with bands at both ends of the street. 2005 Block Party Schedule: Saturday, July 30 - Parrothead Party featuring The Phins Saturday, August 27 - Summer Nights featuring Sable Saturday, September 24 - Hot! Hot! Hot! featuring Mr. Wizard
Apocalypse Haunted Attraction 618-567-1053
304 East 3rd Street
Alton, IL 62002
With two floors of pure terror and rotting atrocities, the Apocalypse is not for the faint of heart. Pit your wits and your very soul against the adrenaline rush that is the Apocalypse. For more information and to learn about their family-friendly matinee haunt, Fear-Less, please visit the website. more

Cinema

Eastgate Cinema 618-254-6058
625 Lewis & Clark Boulevard
Alton, IL 62024
Located approximately eight miles north of Interstate 270 on Highway 3 in East Alton. The box office opens half an hour before the start of the first show.

Night Life

Alton Sports Tap 618-465-2539
3812 College Avenue
Alton, IL 62002
Follow your favorite sports teams while enjoying cold beverages and great food.
Catdaddy's Tavern 618-462-8090
203 West Third Street
Alton, IL 62002
A fun and festive local hangout offering a full bar and entertainment.
Cellar Room, The 618-465-9874
2704 East Broadway
Alton, IL 62002
Chez Marilyn 618-465-8071
119 West Third Street
Alton, IL 62002
City Limits 618-463-1505
2204 Fosterburg Road
Alton, IL 62002
DJ's Bar & Grill 618-465-0362
2526 College Avenue
Alton, IL 62002
Firehouse, The 618-462-5407
314 State Street
Alton, IL 62002
Lighthouse 618-474-2010
115 Market Street
Alton, IL 62002
Norb's Northside Tavern 618-466-9842
2505 State Street
Alton, IL 62002
Riverbend Billiards & Grill 618-462-4435
411 Piasa Street
Alton, IL 62002
Enjoy great burgers, entertainment and a full bar. Located just three blocks from the Alton Belle Casino.
Spectator's Bar 618-465-6626
3003 Humbert Road
Alton, IL 62002
Ragin' Cajun Piano Bar 618-433-9119
210 West 3rd Street
Alton, IL 62002
Cajun food, live pianos, and late night menu.

Concerts & Performances

Alton Symphony Orchestra 618-467-2326
1198 McPherson Avenue
Alton, IL 62002
Founded in 1945, the Alton Symphony Orchestra is one of only a few organizations dedicated to the performance of live symphonic music in the southern Illinois region. For sixty years it has serviced the residents and artists throughout this area and has served as a cultural force, broadening the awareness and importance of the arts in the community, and making itself easily accessible to persons of all ages and backgrounds. more

Plays & Productions

Alton Little Theater 618-462-6562
2450 North Henry
Alton, IL 62002
Voted Illinois' best community theater in 2000, Alton Little Theater brings great stage performances to life. Featured are musicals, dramas, and revues.

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