The Mississippi River Festival (MRF) roars back to life on Friday, June 27, and Saturday, June 28, 2025, bringing two ...

ALTON - Community members can enjoy a free fireworks show over the Mississippi River next week. On July 3, 2025, the Alton ...

The festival kicks off Friday night and will run again on Saturday at the Alton Amphitheater at Riverfront Park.

The music and cultural festival will host Ben Rector, Blackberry Smoke, and more at the Alton Amphitheater June 27 & 28.

Coverage of the final day of the 2025 Mississippi River Festival ...

ALTON — The Mississippi River Festival (MRF) made a return to the stage last summer after 44 years of being dormant. This year, the festival is coming back with a two-day format. The official ...

ALTON, Ill. – The celebration of Independence Day began a day early for those in Alton with the city’s fireworks spectacular. The evening started with a lineup of food trucks, then ...

ALTON, Ill. — This weekend, boat and music lovers will get a chance to cool down along the Mississippi River. Two major events are happening in Alton, bringing powerboat races, blues, and rock ...

Mississippi River on the rise in Alton By John Badman , Staff writer June 24, 2024 A fisherman sets up his pole Monday morning on the Mississippi River near the Clark Bridge.