The Mississippi Earthtones Festival returns to the Alton Amphitheater on Saturday, September 21st, 2024, from noon until 10:00pm!

Dozens of local artists will offer nature-inspired, hand-made, and environmentally-friendly wares. Jacoby Arts Center is lining up an amazing day of performances and interactive art experiences, and all local artists are welcome to participate. Many creatives are being commissioned to design art installations that will enhance the festival grounds. The festival is free to attend, and delicious local food and beverages will be available for purchase.

A variety of fun and educational activities are planned for families from Noon until 6:00 p.m., and there will be several agencies on hand to teach consumers how to incorporate more sustainable practices into their daily lives. Conservation-based organizations and environmentally conscious businesses are invited to apply for booth space or sponsor the event to showcase their products. Exhibitors will have the opportunity to promote their services to a large crowd while also supporting broad community commitment to protect the Mississippi River—our region’s most important natural resource.

LIVE MUSIC SCHEDULE:
– Jake’s Leg – Grateful Dead Tribute (7 – 10 p.m.)
– Aaron Kamm & the One Drops – Roots Reggae and Mississippi River Blues (3 – 6 p.m.)
– Ahna & the Couch Burners – blues, jazz, classic rock, and reggae (Noon – 2 p.m.)
– Jason “Gordo” Gordon – 1-Man, 10-Piece Band (2 – 3 p.m. & 6 – 7 p.m.)