Alton Amphitheater

Alton First Responders Carnival
2026-04-10 17:00 - 2026-04-19 17:00 (America/Chicago) | Alton Amphitheater, 1 Riverfront Drive, Alton, IL, 62002, United States
The Alton First Responders Springfest invites the community to enjoy a carnival while supporting local first responders. Read more
Hours
Friday, April 10: Open at 5 pm
Saturday, April 11: Open at 1 pm
Sunday, April 12: Open 1 pm-8 pm
Monday, April 13, Open at 5 pm
Tuesday, April 14: Open at 5 pm
Wednesday, April 15: Open at 5 pm
Thursday, April 16: Open at 5 pm
Friday, April 17: Open at 3 pm
Saturday, April 18: Open at 1 pm
Sunday, April 19: Open 1 pm-5 pm
Presented by: City of Alton & Luehrs’ Ideal Rides

Food is Love Festival
2025-09-27
Presented by: Food is Love

Global War on Terrorism Wall of Remembrance
2025-09-12 - 2025-09-14
The Global War on Terrorism (GWOT) Wall of Remembrance will be on-site September 12-14.
About the GWOT Wall of Remembrance
The GWOT Wall of Remembrance is the ONLY traveling Memorial Wall paying tribute to those who gave the Ultimate Sacrifice from the bombing of the Marine Barracks in Beirut, Lebanon through the withdrawal of forces from Afghanistan in 2021. With this Traveling Memorial, we Remember those who were tragically killed in the events of 9/11 – the Twin Towers, the planes, and the Pentagon. This experience has brought memories and closure to countless Veterans and Gold Star Families as well as those families and First Responders impacted by the attacks on 9/11. This Memorial is operated and maintained by fellow Veterans and First Responders. Many of our Veterans served in combat, having a personal connection to the Memorial Wall, having an understanding of the loss and equally the memories that flood back when witnessing and interacting with the Memorial.
Presented by: Romans Warrior Foundation

Alton Expo
2025-09-07 13:00 - 17:00, 2025-09-06 13:00 - 23:00, 2025-09-05 17:00 - 23:00, 2025-09-04 17:00 - 22:00
Join us at the Alton Amphitheater for the 2025 Alton Expo!
Enjoy fair food, carnival rides, live entertainment, games and more. Admission is FREE and open to the public!
Thursday, September 4
OPEN 5-10pm
CLUless Performs from 7-10pm
Friday, September 5
OPEN 5-11pm
DJ She BEATz Performs from 5:30-7:30pm
Dirty Muggs Performs from 8-11pm
Saturday, September 6
OPEN 1-11pm
NGK Performs from 3:30-6:30pm
Bad Habit Performs from 7-11pm
Sunday, September 7
OPEN 1-5pm
Porch Cafe Performs from 1-5pm
Presented by: City of Alton

Puddle of Mudd
2025-08-02 18:00 - 22:00
Enjoy the sounds of multi-platinum selling rock band Puddle of Mudd with opener CAVO as they take the stage at the Alton Amphitheater on Saturday, August 2, 2025, with gates opening at 6 p.m.
Ticket sales will begin at 10:00 a.m. on Friday, May 30, 2025. VIP tickets will sell for $65.00, reserved tickets for $46.50, and general admission tickets for $34.25 plus all applicable taxes and fees. Tickets will be available at www.Metrotix.com and through MetroTix outlets.
About Puddle of Mudd
With a career spanning over two decades, Puddle of Mudd has cemented themselves as a prominent force in the world of rock music. Formed in 1991, multi-platinum-selling rock band, Puddle of Mudd has sold over seven million albums worldwide and has had a string of chart-topping hits, including “Blurry,” “She Hates Me,” “Psycho,” “Famous,” “Drift and Die,” and “Control.”
Puddle of Mudd’s lead vocalist and rhythm guitarist, Wes Scantlin, has been the driving force behind the band’s success since the band’s inception. With his distinctive vocals and songwriting style, Scantlin has helped to define the band’s sound and create some of the most memorable rock hits of the past two decades.
Shortly after being discovered and signed by Limp Bizkit’s Fred Durst, Puddle of Mudd released their major-label debut album, Come Clean, on August 28, 2001. Come Clean spawned the singles “Blurry,” “Control,” “Drift & Die” and “She Hates Me.” These hits propelled Puddle of Mudd to reach the number 5 slot on the Billboard Hot 100 chart. This success led to the band venturing out on a full-scale European and American tour, hitting the road with Linkin Park, Stone Temple Pilots, and Staind. Come Clean reached triple platinum status in January of 2003.
Puddle of Mudd’s subsequent albums, Life on Display (2003), Famous (2007), and Vol. 4: Songs in the Key of Love and Hate (2009), solidified their place in the rock pantheon. The band also released an album of cover songs, entitled Re:(disc)overed, in 2011.
Puddle of Mudd’s 2019 album release, Welcome To Galvania, was produced by Cameron Webb (Alkaline Trio, Disturbed, Motorhead). “Uh Oh”, the first single off of Welcome To Galvania, reached the number 9 position on the Billboard Mainstream Rock Chart.
In September 2023, Puddle of Mudd unveiled their seventh studio album, Ubiquitous, showcasing a fresh take on their unique style.
Puddle of Mudd’s new album, Kiss The Machine, will be released on May 2, 2025 via Pavement Entertainment. With over two decades of rock history behind them, Puddle of Mudd’s forthcoming release is a powerful reminder of their staying power and evolution. The airwaves are about to experience a heavy dose of Puddle of Mudd’s signature hardhitting sound once again.
About CAVO
Nights and days slowly turn into months and years, but the passage of time doesn’t really seem to affect St. Louis rock band CAVO. Even though the band has been together playing music since the early 2000’s, CAVO continues to show to this day that passion and persistence are what drives their sound. Prior to and during the Pandemic, Brian Smith (bass, vocals), Chris Hobbs (guitars, vocals), Andy Herrin (drums) and Casey Walker (lead vocals) decided to take their vault of unreleased songs recorded between 2008 and 2016, drawn from the Bright Nights Dark Days, Thick As Thieves, and Bridges sessions, and reimagined them. Since then, they’ve self-released those previously unused singles like “Wreck Me,” “What Does It Feel Like,” “Without You,” and “Wolves,” all of which earned national airplay on platforms like Spotify, Pandora, and Apple Music.
In 2023, CAVO self-produced and released two new EPs: The Shakes, featuring original material including “Dizzy” and “Not Over You,” and Covers Vol. 1, which showcased the band’s take on iconic rock tracks like “Drive” (The Cars) and “Bizarre Love Triangle” (New Order). These releases marked a re-energized chapter of the band, blending their signature sound with fresh momentum on original material mixed with honoring some of the band’s favorite tunes from their record collections.
CAVO is currently planning release a new EP of additional originals in late 2025–2026, featuring additional never-before-heard material from the vault, along with a second release: Covers Vol. 2, a follow-up to the first Covers EP that dives deeper into the music that influenced the band’s identity.
In 2009, this four-piece rock outfit broke onto the scene with their major-label debut Bright Nights Dark Days, which delivered the hit singles “Champagne,” “Crash,” and “Let It Go.” Since then, they’ve continued to evolve while staying true to who they are. “The great thing about the four of us in CAVO is that we’ve always been fully committed to this band,” says bassist Brian Smith. “Even if we haven’t been in the spotlight for a bit and we have other projects going on, our bond is as tight as ever.”
Drummer Andy Herrin adds, “We’ve been sitting on a ton of previously unreleased stuff that Casey, Chris, Brian, and I truly love, so we thought it was time to start putting it out for our fans to hear—and the response has been overwhelming.”
From unearthed tracks to reimagined classics and all-new energy, CAVO continues to deliver heartfelt, hook-filled rock with power, purpose, and authenticity. As the years pass, their bond, and their music, is stronger than ever!
Presented by: City of Alton

A-Tilla Fest 2025
2025-07-26 14:00 - 22:00
Get ready for an unforgettable day of music, community, and summer vibes at the inaugural A-Tilla Fest!
Date: Saturday, July 26, 2025
Time: 2:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Location: Liberty Bank Amphitheater, 1 Riverfront Drive, Alton, IL
Headliners:
Big Boogie
Boosie Badazz
Special Guests:
The Dirty Muggs
Borderline
Marquise Knox
NGK Band
Presented by: D Smith Promotions
Hosted by: Reason to Doubt Podcast
Event Highlights:

Live performances spanning hip-hop, blues, R&B, and country
Family-friendly activities, including bounce houses and games
Food and drink vendors on-site
Cooling stations to beat the summer heat

Tickets:
General Admission: $109
VIP: $269
Donation-based tickets also available
Tickets available on Eventbrite.
For VIP access and performance slots, contact Queen at 314-967-8999.
Don’t miss out on this epic summer celebration — A-Tilla Fest is set to be the event of the season!

2025 Alton Midwest Nationals
2025-07-20 14:00 - 20:30, 2025-07-19 14:00 - 20:30, 2025-07-18 14:00 - 20:30
Alton, get ready! The F1 Powerboat Championship is making waves once again as the 2nd Annual Alton Midwest Nationals returns to Riverfront Park July 18 – 20! Experience the thrill of high-speed racing as some of the best powerboat racers in North America battle it out on the Mississippi River. Alton’s rich powerboat racing history dates back to 1894, and now, you can be part of the next chapter in July 2025!
*Get General Admission and VIP seating tickets HERE!
This action-packed weekend features:

Heart-pounding F1 powerboat races on the Mississippi River
Vendor displays, music, and food for all to enjoy
General admission viewing, plus an exclusive VIP Experience
Kickoff Meet & Greet Street Party – Meet the drivers and see the boats up close on Friday night!

Schedule: Thursday, July 17 – Teams set up pit areas
Friday, July 18 – Testing begins at 2:00 PM, followed by the Kickoff Street Party!
Saturday & Sunday, July 19-20 – Non-stop racing action all weekend long!
Presented by: F1 Powerboat Championship & City of Alton

Mississippi River Festival 2025
2025-06-28 14:00 - 23:00, 2025-06-27 16:00 - 23:00
Dates: Friday, June 27 – Saturday, June 28, 2025
Location: Alton Amphitheater, 1 Riverfront Drive, Alton, IL 62002
Schedule Highlights
Friday, June 27
Doors Open: 3:00 PM
Show Time: 4:00 PM – 11:00 PM
Performers:

Ben Rector (Headliner)
Wilder Woods
Allen Stone
Brian Owens Soul
Beth Bombara
Writers Round featuring Nashville and St. Louis songwriters

Saturday, June 28
Doors Open: 1:00 PM
Show Time: 2:00 PM – 11:00 PM
Performers:

Blackberry Smoke (Headliner)
Drew Holcomb & The Neighbors
Nikki Lane
Brent Cobb
Kassi Ashton
Jeremie Albino
Zach Person
Riley Holtz & The Lost Cause

Presented by: Rex Productions
