# Event Details

- **Event Name**: FLOTSAM! River Circus - GRAFTON
- **Event Start and End Date**: Wed, 26 Aug, 2026 at 06:30 pm (-05:00)
- **Event Description**: Flotsam River Circus is returning to Grafton on Wednesday, August 26th!  

Flotsam is a troupe of musicians, circus artists, and puppeteers who travel on a handmade raft, giving free performances in riverfront towns along the way.

We'll be performing at the Port of Grafton Lighthouse. Just look for the most unusual 'boat' on the water — that's us!  

Our show is family-friendly, but intended for audiences of all ages. The performance starts at 6:30 pm and will be finished before 8:00. Bring a blanket or lawn chair, and come early for a good spot!  Accessibility note: there is a path to a flat gravel area near the Turtle Sculpture that could work for wheelchairs.  

The show is free to attend, but we keep this project afloat through donations. We suggest $10–$25 per person. Cash is welcome, or you can Venmo us at @rivercircus.  We are a 501c3 non-profit, and all donations are tax-deductible.  

Parking is somewhat limited, so please consider carpooling, biking, kayaking, or teleporting.  If you are considering arriving by boat, please note that our show is much better viewed from shore — and we ask that no boats position themselves behind us during the performance.

We hope to see you there — and please spread the word! 

***

Grafton is just one stop on our 2026 Tour of the Illinois Waterway. Over the next month, we'll be traveling up the Illinois River, performing in a bunch of towns, all the way to Chicago! See our full schedule at:
http://www.rivercircus.com

A HUGE thank you to the City of Grafton and Great Rivers & Routes for welcoming us!  

(Photos by Ben Hovland and David Schulder)
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/grafton/flotsam-river-circus-grafton/200030310333521
- **Event Categories**: entertainment, performances, music, trips-adventures, nonprofit, art
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 499

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Grafton
- **state**: IL
- **country**: United States
- **location**: Grafton Lighthouse
- **lat**: 38.967677614979
- **long**: -90.434208864135
- **full address**: Grafton Lighthouse, Grafton Lighthouse, Vine St, Grafton, IL 62037, United States

## Event gallery

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is FLOTSAM! River Circus - GRAFTON being held?
  - **A:** FLOTSAM! River Circus - GRAFTON takes place on Wed, 26 Aug, 2026 at 06:30 pm to Wed, 26 Aug, 2026 at 06:30 pm at Grafton Lighthouse, Grafton Lighthouse, Vine St, Grafton, IL 62037, United States.
- **Q**: Who is organizing FLOTSAM! River Circus - GRAFTON?
  - **A:** FLOTSAM! River Circus - GRAFTON is organized by Flotsam River Circus.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** FLOTSAM! River Circus - GRAFTON is ideal for music lovers, fans of all genres, and anyone who wants to celebrate the power of music - from intimate gigs and live sessions to festivals and cultural performances. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Grafton, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. With 490+ people already showing interest, this is clearly an event worth adding to your calendar - don't miss out.

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