# 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**: GREAT RIVER HAUNTINGS TOUR
  - **Description**: GREAT RIVER HAUNTINGS DINNER TOUR! 

Join author Troy Taylor for Dinner and Spirits as we travel from Alton to Grafton -- but with different stories and locations from our other River Road Tour — then dinner at the Pere Marquette Lodge for their famous, f
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  - **Date**: Fri May 22 2026 at 07:00 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/alton/great-river-hauntings-tour/200029368725435
  - **Venue**: 301 East Broadway, Alton, IL, United States, Illinois 62002
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  - **Categories**: art, literary-art
- **Event Name**: GHOSTS OF THE RIVER ROAD TOUR
  - **Description**: GHOSTS OF THE RIVER ROAD TOUR

Join author Troy Taylor for Dinner and Spirits along the Great River Road from Alton to Grafton! The bus departs from the American Oddities Museum, followed by dinner at the Bluff City Grill in Alton and a haunted bus tour a
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  - **Date**: Fri Apr 10 2026 at 07:00 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/alton/ghosts-of-the-river-road-tour/200029496456106
  - **Venue**: 301 Piasa St, Alton, IL 62002-6234, United States
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  - **Categories**: art, literary-art
- **Event Name**: DOWNTOWN ALTON HAUNTED PUB CRAWL
  - **Description**: DOWNTOWN ALTON HAUNTED PUB CRAWL

Join Troy Taylor for a walking tour of downtown that reveals not only the haunted history and true crime stories of Alton's riverfront, but also visits at least five of our local pubs with resident ghosts that have helped
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  - **Date**: Fri May 08 2026 at 07:00 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/alton/downtown-alton-haunted-pub-crawl/200029240520204
  - **Venue**: 301 Piasa St, Alton, IL 62002-6234, United States
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  - **Categories**: parties, pub-crawl, bar-crawls
- **Event Name**: Honoring Mother Earth Tour April 18th pre-register online at www.mcpikemansion.com
  - **Description**: pre-register online at www.mcpikemansion.com  History, Gift Shop, dowsing rods 101 1st level, Dark Session in Cellar, tour the grounds
adult $20
teen $10
child $5
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    - Count: 14
  - **Date**: Sat Apr 18 2026 at 07:30 pm – Sat Apr 18 2026 at 09:30 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/alton/honoring-mother-earth-tour-april-18th-pre-register-online-at-wwwmcpikemansioncom/200029706332048
  - **Venue**: 2018 Alby St, Alton, IL McPike Manson
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- **Event Name**: GHOSTS AND GUNS OF WAR
  - **Description**: GHOSTS AND GUNS OF WAR

Author Troy Taylor presents “Ghosts & Guns of War,” a journey back in time to explore America's military mysteries, strange happenings, unsolved mysteries, and the spirits that linger on the battlefields of our past.
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    - Count: 45
  - **Date**: Sat Apr 11 2026 at 07:00 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/alton/ghosts-and-guns-of-war/200029496454056
  - **Venue**: 301 Piasa St, Alton, IL 62002-6234, United States
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  - **Categories**: art, literary-art
- **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**: DEVIL CAME TO ST. LOUIS DINNER
  - **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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    - Count: 28
  - **Date**: Sat Apr 25 2026 at 07:00 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/alton/devil-came-to-st-louis-dinner/200029267576940
  - **Venue**: 301 Piasa St, Alton, IL 62002-6234, United States
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- **Event Name**: AMERICAN SIDESHOWS DINNER
  - **Description**: AMERICAN SIDESHOWS

Author Troy  Taylor presents the secret histories of America’s circuses, sideshows, carnival midways, and freak shows! Discover the rise and fall of the big tops, carnivals, sideshows, and a nearly forgotten part of our history that’s
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  - **Date**: Sat Apr 18 2026 at 07:00 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/alton/american-sideshows-dinner/200029562418237
  - **Venue**: 301 Piasa St, Alton, IL 62002-6234, United States
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  - **Categories**: art, literary-art, carnivals
- **Event Name**: AMERICAN AX MURDERS DINNER
  - **Description**: AMERICAN AX MURDERS

Author Troy Taylor presents a look back at some of the nation’s bloodiest murder sprees —from Villisca to Millstadt to San Antonio and Beyond -- and the hauntings that linger in their wake!
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    - Count: 28
  - **Date**: Sat May 23 2026 at 07:00 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/alton/american-ax-murders-dinner/200029240519659
  - **Venue**: 301 Piasa St, Alton, IL 62002-6234, United States
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  - **Categories**: art, literary-art
- **Event Name**: PUBLIC ENEMIES DINNER
  - **Description**: PUBLIC ENEMIES

Author Troy Taylor presents a thrilling account of American bandits and bank robbers from the 1930s and the ghosts and mysteries they left behind! Exciting and eerie accounts of John Dillinger, Bonnie and Clyde, Baby Face Nelson, the Barke
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  - **Date**: Sat May 09 2026 at 07:00 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/alton/public-enemies-dinner/200029648931008
  - **Venue**: 301 Piasa St, Alton, IL 62002-6234, United States
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  - **Categories**: art, literary-art

## Trending Events in Alton

- **Event Name**: Birmingham Hot Air Balloon Fest
  - **Description**: Hi Birmingham Balloon Festival fans. We have been working very hard with State and Local officials to make sure this event conforms with COVID 19 health procedures and is safe. As we all know cases of COVID 19 have been increasing in Alabama.
Based on req
  - **Venue**: Birmingham Race Course
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- **Event Name**: Kevin Gates Tickets
  - **Description**: Kevin Gates is a rapper, singer, and songwriter from Baton Rouge, known for his raw lyrics and hit album *Islah*. #KevinGates #HipHop #Rap
  - **Venue**: Legion Field Stadium
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- **Event Name**: 2026 MotoAmerica Superbikes
  - **Description**: 🌟 Journey into wonder at 2026 MotoAmerica Superbikes, where extraordinary experiences await around every corner! 🏛️ Set against the backdrop of Virginia International Raceway in dynamic Alton, VA
  - **Venue**: Virginia International Raceway
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- **Event Name**: REC Fest 2026
  - **Description**: The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Rivers Project invites you to REC Fest – the largest recreation and safety festival in the Riverbend! Kick off the summer season with your family at the National Great Rivers Museum from 10:00AM to 3:00PM at this FREE, adv
  - **Venue**: National Great Rivers Museum
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- **Event Name**: All-Wheels Drive-In Car Show
  - **Description**: Alton’s 28th annual All-Wheels Drive-In Car Show will be held on Sunday, June 7th, on 3rd, State and Belle Streets in historic Downtown Alton. 

The event attracts 200+ classic cars, hot rods and motorcycles, which the public is welcome to browse. There i
  - **Venue**: Downtown Alton
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- **Event Name**: IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship
  - **Description**: ✨ Enter a world of endless possibilities at IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship, where every moment tells a story! 🏛️ The stunning Virginia International Raceway in vibrant Alton, VA
  - **Venue**: Virginia International Raceway
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- **Event Name**: Rock the Hops 2026
  - **Description**: Get ready to rock out and hop around at Rock the Hops 2026, where music, art, and craft beer collide for a celebration of creative culture!About this EventRock the Hops returns to Downtown Alton, IL. A celebration of musi
  - **Venue**: Alton
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- **Event Name**: Drawl at Fast Eddie's
  - **Description**: Coldest Beer & Hottest Country Music in town! Drawl brings "Country Done Rowdy" to Legendary Fast Eddie's
  - **Venue**: Fast Eddie's Bon Air
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- **Event Name**: Pup Crawl (That's a Pub Crawl + Dogs!)
  - **Description**: You and your furry friends are invited to this fun event that spans many pet-friendly patios and shops in Downtown Alton. With your $10 ticket you will receive a bandana, food & beverage specials, pet-friendly activities, and a chance to win great pri
  - **Venue**: Alton Dog Park
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## FAQs

- **Q**: What are the top events in Alton?
  - **A:** GREAT RIVER HAUNTINGS TOUR (Fri May 22 2026 at 07:00 pm at 301 East Broadway, Alton, IL, United States, Illinois 62002), GHOSTS OF THE RIVER ROAD TOUR (Fri Apr 10 2026 at 07:00 pm at 301 Piasa St, Alton, IL 62002-6234, United States), DOWNTOWN ALTON HAUNTED PUB CRAWL (Fri May 08 2026 at 07:00 pm at 301 Piasa St, Alton, IL 62002-6234, United States), Honoring Mother Earth Tour April 18th pre-register online at www.mcpikemansion.com (Sat Apr 18 2026 at 07:30 pm at 2018 Alby St, Alton, IL McPike Manson), GHOSTS AND GUNS OF WAR (Sat Apr 11 2026 at 07:00 pm at 301 Piasa St, Alton, IL 62002-6234, United States).
- **Q**: What events are happening in Alton in April 2026?
  - **A:** GHOSTS OF THE RIVER ROAD TOUR (Fri Apr 10 2026 at 07:00 pm at 301 Piasa St, Alton, IL 62002-6234, United States), Honoring Mother Earth Tour April 18th pre-register online at www.mcpikemansion.com (Sat Apr 18 2026 at 07:30 pm at 2018 Alby St, Alton, IL McPike Manson), GHOSTS AND GUNS OF WAR (Sat Apr 11 2026 at 07:00 pm at 301 Piasa St, Alton, IL 62002-6234, United States), DEVIL CAME TO ST. LOUIS DINNER (Sat Apr 25 2026 at 07:00 pm at 301 Piasa St, Alton, IL 62002-6234, United States), AMERICAN SIDESHOWS DINNER (Sat Apr 18 2026 at 07:00 pm at 301 Piasa St, Alton, IL 62002-6234, United States).
- **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 East Broadway, Alton, IL, United States, Illinois 62002, 301 Piasa St, Alton, IL 62002-6234, United States, 2018 Alby St, Alton, IL McPike Manson.
- **Q**: Who are the top organizers for events in Alton?
  - **A:** Popular organizers hosting events in Alton include Troy Taylor's American Oddities Museum, Sandy Korba.
- **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?
  - **A:** Follow the  category on AllEvents.in to get notified when new events are listed in Alton.

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