250 on the Mississippi - Downtown Alton
Fri, Jul 03 , 2026 • 5:00pm - 10:00pm
1 Riverfront Dr. , Alton, IL 62002
Celebrate the grand finale of 250 on the Mississippi at the Alton Amphitheater with live music, lawn games, food trucks, and the Alton Fireworks Spectacular!
Enjoy a variety of activities in celebration of the nation’s 250th birthday at the 250 on the Mississippi celebration in Alton!
Grab a bite to eat, wear your red, white and blue, and celebrate the Fourth of July with fun for the whole family.
Event highlights:
Friday, July 3 | Alton Amphitheater (5-10 p.m.)
• Enjoy live entertainment from LustreLights.
• Family-friendly activities including lawn games, food trucks, beverage tents, and more will be available on-site.
• Viewing Parties at Local businesses throughout downtown Alton will host fireworks viewing parties and special celebrations.
• 9:30 p.m. - Dusk - Fireworks on the Mississippi begins with an enhanced fireworks spectacular launched from the banks of the Mississippi River, illuminating the riverfront skyline.
Come relish in this star-spangled event along the Mississippi River!
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