There’s always something
to do at Alto Vineyards
Events in Alto Pass
Jobey Grant
Raised in Northeastern Illinois with deep roots in Eastern Kentucky, Jobey brings a style that’s built on honest songwriting, heartfelt lyrics, and genuine emotion. His music tells real stories about life, love, loss, and growth—connecting with audiences one song at a time.
Beth Davis
Beth Davis is a singer, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist (fiddle, guitar, and clawhammer banjo) from Carbondale, IL. As a solo act, Beth brings her own twist to the folk, singer-songwriter, bluegrass, and blues genres with creative cover interpretations and original songs. She’s performed across the country at various venues, music festivals, and radio shows, and has competed in state and national fiddle competitions. In addition to her performance career, she’s a sound designer/mixer at Bruton Stroube Studios in St. Louis, MO, with credits streaming on HBO and Prime Video.
Friends of the Shawnee Forest Annual Celebration
Celebrate stewardship at work in the Shawnee National Forest! Join the Friends of the Shawnee National Forest for a fun-filled afternoon of live music, community updates, and local flavor at the beautiful Alto Vineyards.
We'll do a members only premium raffle and silent auction
(No physical tickets mailed; your purchase puts you directly on our gate guest list!)
The Afternoon Lineup:
12:00 PM: Stick Gilbert kicks things off.
2:00 PM – 5:00 PM: Swamp Tigers take the main stage!
A silent auction with incredible local items and experiences.
Delicious food and award-winning wine available from Alto Vineyards.
Become a Member (or Renew) for Exclusive Perks!
We are rolling out brand-new incentives for our supporters this year. When you join or renew your membership online with your ticket or at the door, you immediately unlock:
The Member Raffle: Automatic entry into a high-value drawing for a premium gift basket paired with our brand-new Friends of the Shawnee merchandise!
10% Off Merchandise: Save on all official apparel and gear at the event.
Year-Round Engagement: Exclusive access to future member-only events, including guided private night hikes, expert-led ecology walks, and our seasonal volunteer appreciation bonfire.
Your ticket purchase directly funds trail maintenance, volunteer programs, and conservation advocacy across the Shawnee National Forest. Let’s celebrate our forest together!
See you at the vineyard!
Friends of the Shawnee Forest Annual Celebration
Celebrate stewardship at work in the Shawnee National Forest! Join the Friends of the Shawnee National Forest for a fun-filled afternoon of live music, community updates, and local flavor at the beautiful Alto Vineyards.
We'll do a members only premium raffle and silent auction
(No physical tickets mailed; your purchase puts you directly on our gate guest list!)
The Afternoon Lineup:
12:00 PM: Stick Gilbert kicks things off.
2:00 PM – 5:00 PM: Swamp Tigers take the main stage!
A silent auction with incredible local items and experiences.
Delicious food and award-winning wine available from Alto Vineyards.
Become a Member (or Renew) for Exclusive Perks!
We are rolling out brand-new incentives for our supporters this year. When you join or renew your membership online with your ticket or at the door, you immediately unlock:
The Member Raffle: Automatic entry into a high-value drawing for a premium gift basket paired with our brand-new Friends of the Shawnee merchandise!
10% Off Merchandise: Save on all official apparel and gear at the event.
Year-Round Engagement: Exclusive access to future member-only events, including guided private night hikes, expert-led ecology walks, and our seasonal volunteer appreciation bonfire.
Your ticket purchase directly funds trail maintenance, volunteer programs, and conservation advocacy across the Shawnee National Forest. Let’s celebrate our forest together!
See you at the vineyard!
Sangria Festival
Join the festivities that include unique entertainment, local vendors, specialty sangrias and delicious Mexican food.
Dancing by the LASA Group: 1:00-2:30
Music by Colleen Springer-Lopez, and members of the Hornworms: 3:00-5:00
Food by Chela: 12:00-6:30
Specialty Sangrias all day with Alto Vineyards wines, brandy, tequila and fresh fruit.
Harvest Festival: Celebrating 38 years
Our biggest and most spectacular event of the year occurs during grape harvest season. This year we celebrate 38 years in business.
Musical entertainment will be by the Smith Hill Blues Band from 12:30-3:30 and the Ivas John Band from 4:00-7:00. Guests are invited to dance or relax around our scenic grounds and in our comfortable buildings. Local artist and vendors will sell their products all afternoon. In addition to Alto Vineyards specialty grilled food prepared by our expert cooks, we will have Tater Headz Fry Company serving up delicious food. The day ends with one of the most spectacular displays of fireworks in Southern Illinois by Falling Skies Pyrotechnics at 8:00 PM. Don’t forget your lawn chair!
