# History events in Alton, Today and Upcoming History events in Alton

- **Subtitle**: All History events in Alton, Illinois. Here you can find more information about Upcoming events in Alton like parties, concerts, meets,shows, sports, club, reunion, Performance
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All History events in Alton, Illinois. Here you can find more information about Upcoming events in Alton like parties, concerts, meets,shows, sports, club, reunion, Performance

## Events in Alton

- **Event Name**: HAUNTED ALTON ZOMBIE PUB CRAWL
  - **Description**: ZOMBIE PUB CRAWL

Author Troy Taylor introduced the "Zombie Pub Crawl" to Chicago back in 2008, and now he's bringing this seasonal event to Alton! Join him for a walking tour of downtown -- IN ZOMBIE COSTUME AND MAKE-UP -- for the haunted history, true c
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  - **Date**: Fri Oct 30 2026 at 07:00 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/alton/haunted-alton-zombie-pub-crawl/200030421947513
  - **Venue**: 301 Piasa Street, Alton, IL, United States, Illinois 62002
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  - **Categories**: parties, pub-crawl, bar-crawls, art, literary-art, ghost-hunts
- **Event Name**: Prohibition Tour by Alton Odyssey Tours
  - **Description**: Step back into the Roaring Twenties in the "wettest county in the country!"
When the 18th Amendment went into effect in 1919, law-abiding businesses shuttered, but the booze didn’t stop flowing... it just went underground. Madison County became a booming
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  - **Date**: Sat Nov 21 2026 at 03:00 pm – Sat Nov 21 2026 at 06:00 pm (-06:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/alton/prohibition-tour-by-alton-odyssey-tours/200030474581952
  - **Venue**: The Conservatory
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  - **Categories**: performances, art, theatre, entertainment
- **Event Name**: DEVIL CAME TO ST. LOUIS EVENT
  - **Description**: EVENING WITH THE ST. LOUIS EXORCISM

Join Troy Taylor for the UNCENSORED, true story of the 1949 St. Louis Exorcism! In this updated and eye-opening presentation, he reveals the full story for the first time, uncovering shocking details that have never be
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  - **Date**: Sat Oct 03 2026 at 07:00 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/alton/devil-came-to-st-louis-event/200030449575145
  - **Venue**: 301 Piasa Street, Alton, IL, United States, Illinois 62002
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- **Event Name**: SPIRITS OF CHRISTMAS -- ANNUAL HOLIDAY EVENT!
  - **Description**: SPIRITS OF CHRISTMAS
THE DARK SIDE OF THE HOLIDAY SEASON

In centuries past, it was the Christmas season when families gathered around the fire to tell ghost stories. This year, join author Troy Taylor for a private dinner and journey back in time for a h
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  - **Date**: Sat Dec 12 2026 at 07:00 pm (-06:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/alton/spirits-of-christmas-annual-holiday-event/200030434892442
  - **Venue**: 301 Piasa Street, Alton, IL, United States, Illinois 62002
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  - **Categories**: Art, literary-art
- **Event Name**: DINNER WITH THE LEMP FAMILY
  - **Description**: DINNER WITH THE LEMP FAMILY

Troy Taylor presents the true story of the history and hauntings of the Lemp brewing family of St. Louis! The story of the Lemp family has become the stuff of legend, but the true story of their lives has become a confusing mi
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  - **Date**: Sat Dec 05 2026 at 07:00 pm (-06:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/alton/dinner-with-the-lemp-family/200030435342441
  - **Venue**: 301 Piasa Street, Alton, IL, United States, Illinois 62002
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- **Event Name**: THE AMERICAN WITCH
  - **Description**: THE AMERICAN WITCH

Troy Taylor presents a chilling journey back in time to explore the history of witchcraft in America! From the Salem witch trials to how folk magic came to our country and became something uniquely American after arriving on our shores
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  - **Date**: Sat Aug 22 2026 at 07:00 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/alton/the-american-witch/200029824857623
  - **Venue**: 301 Piasa Street, Alton, IL, United States, Illinois 62002
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  - **Categories**: magic-show
- **Event Name**: EVENING WITH H.H. HOLMES
  - **Description**: EVENING WITH H.H. HOLMES
THE TRUE STORY OF ONE OF AMERICA'S MOST SINISTER SERIAL KILLERS

Troy Taylor presents the true story of infamous serial killer H.H. Holmes, who created a “Murder Castle” in Chicago during the 1893 World’s Fair and lured an unknown
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  - **Date**: Sat Nov 07 2026 at 07:00 pm (-06:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/alton/evening-with-hh-holmes/200030434892851
  - **Venue**: 301 Piasa Street, Alton, IL, United States, Illinois 62002
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- **Event Name**: HOUDINI SEANCE -- 100TH ANNIVERSARY OF HOUDINI'S DEATH!
  - **Description**: HOUDINI SEANCE FOR HALLOWEEN
100TH ANNIVERSARY OF HOUDINI'S DEATH!

Join author and host Troy Taylor at the American Oddities Museum in Alton for this special event! On Halloween night of 1926, Harry Houdini stepped through the curtain from this world to
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  - **Date**: Sat Oct 31 2026 at 10:00 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/alton/houdini-seance-100th-anniversary-of-houdinis-death/200030435093718
  - **Venue**: 301 Piasa Street, Alton, IL, United States, Illinois 62002
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  - **Categories**: art, literary-art, halloween

## Trending Events in Alton

- **Event Name**: 2026 MotoAmerica Superbikes
  - **Venue**: Virginia International Raceway
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- **Event Name**: IMSA Michelin GT Challenge - Sunday Pass
  - **Description**: 📍 Venue: Virginia International Raceway
🏠 Address: 1245 Pine Tree Rd, Alton, VA 24520
🌆 City: Alton
📍 Location: 36.558, -79.2009🎉 Welcome to IMSA Michelin GT Challenge - Sunday Pass, where dreams come alive and possibilities are endless!
  - **Venue**: Virginia International Raceway
- **Event Name**: IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship
  - **Venue**: Virginia International Raceway
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- **Event Name**: 2026 MotoAmerica Superbikes - Sunday
  - **Description**: 📍 Venue: Virginia International Raceway
🏠 Address: 1245 Pine Tree Rd, Alton, VA 24520
🌆 City: Alton
📍 Location: 36.558, -79.2009🌟 Be part of history at 2026 MotoAmerica Superbikes - Sunday, an extraordinary gathering that will captivate
  - **Venue**: Virginia International Raceway
- **Event Name**: IMSA Michelin GT Challenge - Saturday Pass
  - **Description**: 📍 Venue: Virginia International Raceway
🏠 Address: 1245 Pine Tree Rd, Alton, VA 24520
🌆 City: Alton
📍 Location: 36.558, -79.2009✨ Experience the magic of IMSA Michelin GT Challenge - Saturday Pass, where moments become memories that last
  - **Venue**: Virginia International Raceway
- **Event Name**: Mississippi Earthtones Festival 2026
  - **Description**: CELEBRATING 20 YEARS! 

The Mississippi Earthtones Festival is a celebration of our river through art, music, and conservation which is held every 3rd Saturday in September, brought to you by Alton Main Street, the Sierra Club, and Jacoby Arts Center.

Fa
  - **Venue**: Alton Amphitheater
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- **Event Name**: Alton Food Truck Festival: Route 66 Centennial Celebration
  - **Description**: FREE AND OPEN TO THE PUBLIC 

Hit the road and celebrate 100 years of Route 66 at the Alton Food Truck Festival!

Join us Saturday, August 22, from 4–8 p.m. at the Alton Amphitheater for an evening packed with incredible food, live music, family fun, and
  - **Venue**: 1 Riverfront Dr, Alton, IL, United States, Illinois 62002
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- **Event Name**: IMSA Michelin GT Challenge - Friday Pass
  - **Description**: 📍 Venue: Virginia International Raceway
🏠 Address: 1245 Pine Tree Rd, Alton, VA 24520
🌆 City: Alton
📍 Location: 36.558, -79.2009✨ Discover the extraordinary at IMSA Michelin GT Challenge - Friday Pass, where magic meets reality in ways y
  - **Venue**: Virginia International Raceway
- **Event Name**: 2026 MotoAmerica Superbikes - 2 Day Pass
  - **Venue**: Virginia International Raceway
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## FAQs

- **Q**: What are the top events in Alton?
  - **A:** HAUNTED ALTON ZOMBIE PUB CRAWL (Fri Oct 30 2026 at 07:00 pm at 301 Piasa Street, Alton, IL, United States, Illinois 62002), Prohibition Tour by Alton Odyssey Tours (Sat Nov 21 2026 at 03:00 pm at The Conservatory), DEVIL CAME TO ST. LOUIS EVENT (Sat Oct 03 2026 at 07:00 pm at 301 Piasa Street, Alton, IL, United States, Illinois 62002), SPIRITS OF CHRISTMAS -- ANNUAL HOLIDAY EVENT! (Sat Dec 12 2026 at 07:00 pm at 301 Piasa Street, Alton, IL, United States, Illinois 62002), DINNER WITH THE LEMP FAMILY (Sat Dec 05 2026 at 07:00 pm at 301 Piasa Street, Alton, IL, United States, Illinois 62002).
- **Q**: What events are happening in Alton in August 2026?
  - **A:** THE AMERICAN WITCH (Sat Aug 22 2026 at 07:00 pm at 301 Piasa Street, Alton, IL, United States, Illinois 62002).
- **Q**: How can I find events in Alton?
  - **A:** You can discover upcoming events in Alton on AllEvents.in. Browse by date, venue, or price to find events that match your interests.
- **Q**: How do I buy tickets for events in Alton?
  - **A:** You can buy tickets directly through AllEvents.in. Many events offer online booking with options for free, paid, and early-bird tickets.
- **Q**: What are the popular venues for events in Alton?
  - **A:** Some popular venues hosting events in Alton include 301 Piasa Street, Alton, IL, United States, Illinois 62002, The Conservatory.
- **Q**: Who are the top organizers for events in Alton?
  - **A:** Popular organizers hosting events in Alton include Troy Taylor's American Oddities Museum, Alton Odyssey Tours.
- **Q**: Are there any online events available?
  - **A:** Yes, many events are available online. You can filter for virtual events on AllEvents.in to attend from anywhere.
- **Q**: How can I get notified about new events in Alton?
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