Alton Main Street

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Alton Main Street We are renewing downtown Alton by cultivating an attractive center of economic and social activity.

The objectives of Alton Main Street are to:

- Unite traditions with new ideas in order to create a sense of place by building on the strengths of our community, such as our rich history, natural resources and creative entrepreneurs

- Create an inviting atmosphere through cohesive beautification and place-making efforts while encouraging a strong historic preservation ethic

- Enhance the business environment through targeted efforts to stimulate economic vitality while garnering appreciation for our locally-owned shops & restaurants

- Forge a positive image and strong identity for the district through coordinated advertising, retail promotions, and special events.

- Organize interactive experiences which encourage citizen stewardship of our historic district

- Strengthen existing alliances and create new partnerships in order to leverage new and existing resources and build consensus towards unified growth

Alton Odyssey Tours kicks off its 34th season with Haunted Craft B**r Walks, Behind the Bricks Historical Walking Tours,...
10/05/2026

Alton Odyssey Tours kicks off its 34th season with Haunted Craft B**r Walks, Behind the Bricks Historical Walking Tours, and Haunted Trolley Tours featuring some of Alton’s most sinister haunts. Link to book a tour is in the first comment below 👇

Got a killer chili recipe? There's still plenty of time to register for our Downtown Chili Cook-Off on October 18th! Com...
10/04/2026

Got a killer chili recipe? There's still plenty of time to register for our Downtown Chili Cook-Off on October 18th! Compete in categories for Individual, Organization, Business, or Restaurant. The winner in each will be awarded $100 in cash and bragging rights if you snag the Silver Ladle People's Choice award! There's also a prize for best decorated booth and live music from Psychedelic Symphony. We'll even give you back your $25 registration fee + an additional $25 to cover some of your ingredients cost.

Registration link and details on requirements right here: https://downtownalton.com/events/chili-cook-off/

The RiverBend Growth Association monthly Leadership Series presented by Legacy Training and Development continues Octobe...
10/04/2026

The RiverBend Growth Association monthly Leadership Series presented by Legacy Training and Development continues October 9th!

Recognition, reward, and reinforcement are often used interchangeably—but they aren’t the same. Effective leaders know when and how to use each. In this interactive Lunch & Learn, we’ll explore the differences between recognizing someone’s contribution, rewarding results, and reinforcing the behaviors you want repeated. Participants will learn practical ways to use all three intentionally to strengthen performance, build engagement, and create a culture where people know what matters and are motivated to keep doing it. Reserve your spot today on the Wedge website - they'd love to have you join!

Link to register in the first comment below!

Join the Episcopal Parish of Alton tomorrow, Sunday, October 4th from 2:00-4:00pm for their 3rd Annual Dawgs 4 PAWS even...
10/03/2026

Join the Episcopal Parish of Alton tomorrow, Sunday, October 4th from 2:00-4:00pm for their 3rd Annual Dawgs 4 PAWS event! Help raise funds and awareness for their Pet Food Pantry all while enjoying some live music, vendors, pet blessings, and more! Pets are welcome to the event, but must be leashed at all times.

It's the perfect weather to enjoy a crisp autumn evening in Downtown Alton! Here's a peek at the special deals and activ...
10/02/2026

It's the perfect weather to enjoy a crisp autumn evening in Downtown Alton! Here's a peek at the special deals and activities awaiting you at each of our participating locations for tonight's First Fridays Late Night Art + Shopping Experience. Grab a passport at any participating location (a GREAT option is to start at Flock for dinner and drinks before setting out!) then hop around the district enjoying live music, discounts, local art, and so much more. Get a jump on holiday shopping or just find the perfect treasure for yourself. The fun lasts from 5-8pm and will repeat on the first Friday in November and December, too! See you tonight!

Stop by Alton Main Street’s registration station at the corner of 3rd & Belle from 9am-Noon tomorrow to pick up bags, an...
10/02/2026

Stop by Alton Main Street’s registration station at the corner of 3rd & Belle from 9am-Noon tomorrow to pick up bags, and gloves, a donut, and directions to areas in need. Groups are encouraged to adopt an area for this biannual effort to clean up our streets!

For more info, please contact Pride, Incorporated at: [email protected]

Celebrate the 40th anniversary of Country Meadows Antiques on Saturday, October 3rd from 11am-4:30pm! Owners Pam & Gary ...
10/01/2026

Celebrate the 40th anniversary of Country Meadows Antiques on Saturday, October 3rd from 11am-4:30pm! Owners Pam & Gary Voyles are planning a big party at 401 E. Broadway; come celebrate, recognize these amazing entrepreneurs, and show your support for their long standing successful business. And as Pam always says, “Pick up a present from the past!”

10/01/2026

Have you been to Country Meadows Antiques on Broadway lately? Saturday would be the perfect time to stop in and say hello as they celebrate 40 years in business! Owner Gary Voyles stopped by to talk about the details of the anniversary party on the Alton Main Street segment of 107.1 FM - The Big Z this morning. If you missed him, catch up at the link in the comments!

Vintage Voices, now in its 25th anniversary year, will continue the tradition of guided walking tours in the Alton Cemet...
09/30/2026

Vintage Voices, now in its 25th anniversary year, will continue the tradition of guided walking tours in the Alton Cemetery on the first two weekends in October: 3, 4, 10, and 11 from noon until 2:30 p.m. Tours leave from the main gate at Vine & 5th Streets every 15-20 minutes. Tickets: Adults $15 | Ages 6-18 $10.

A non-walking tour presentation and anniversary celebration will be held at St. Mary’s Middle School, 1015 Milton Rd. on Sunday, October 4th at 5pm for $25.

Link to tickets in the first comment!

Kick off October at the Halloween Glow-in-the-Dark Paver Workshop! Join The Teller Room 1925 on Friday, October 2nd from...
09/30/2026

Kick off October at the Halloween Glow-in-the-Dark Paver Workshop! Join The Teller Room 1925 on Friday, October 2nd from 6–8pm at 200 W. 3rd St. Paint a “BOO” paver using orange, green and purple glow-in-the-dark paint, perfect for your porch, walkway or garden. No experience needed! All supplies and instruction are included - tickets are $30 per person or $55 for two people. Ages 12+; participants under 16 must attend with a paid adult participant.

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200 W. 3rd Street Suite 512
Alton, IL
62002

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+16184631016

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