Alton Area Chamber of Commerce

Come join us Saturday, October 1, 2022 at 23 court square in Alton, Missouri at 11 am for a bedturning quilt show. We will be sharing the artistry and history of the quilts that have become treasures to the families represented. Fellowship and stories will be shared along with hints and how tos on the dying art of quilt making.

On top of the annual Run The Town For The Gold 5k run/walk, Friday night will also feature a classic car Cruise-In on the square beginning at 5:30pm.  For more information regarding the Cruise-In contact Tom Clary: (417) 331-4205.

While checking out a host of classic cars you can also enjoy the sounds by the Redline Band who will take the stage at 7:30pm.

There will also be a bounce house and inflatables available for all of the younger kids, so there will be something to entertain all ages!

On Friday, September 30, 2022, the square in Alton will once again be the start of the 5k (1 mile) Run The Town For The Gold Run/Walk.  Registration will be at 5:30pm, with the race starting at 6:15pm.  All ages are welcome!

Contact Diana Clary for more info: (417) 270-1536

Sign up at the Alton Chamber of Commerce booth the morning of the October 1 for the Pumpkin Carving Contest!

• Starting time: 9:30am
• Complete pumpkin by 11:30am
• Judging: 11:30am

Prizes:

• Ages 5-8: 1st $25, 2nd $15, 3rd $10
• Ages 9-12: 1st $25, 2nd $15, 3rd $10