Find the address, parking notes, Mass times, and family basics before you head to the grounds.
St. Mary’s Oktoberfest takes place on the St. Mary’s School grounds in Alton, Illinois.
Festival grounds address:
St. Mary’s School
536 E 3rd St, Alton, IL 62002
Food, beer, and inflatables are located on and around East 3rd Street between Langdon Street and Henry Street.
Masses in church are held at St. Mary’s Catholic Church, 519 East 4th Street.
Parking is available on surrounding streets. Arrive early for the best spots.
Please avoid parking on Langdon Street on Friday from 1:00 PM to 8:00 PM because of the 5K and 1 Mile Fun Run. Langdon Street will be open again on Saturday and Sunday.
Do not park in the Honke parking lot across from the church. That lot is reserved for the tenants of that building, and cars parked there may be towed.
Mass in the Grass is held at Barth Park, also known as Garfield Park, weather permitting.
Plan for food, tents, games, music, restrooms, parking, wristbands, and weather. Oktoberfest is outdoors, which means October will do whatever October wants.
St. Mary’s Oktoberfest is rooted in the life of St. Mary’s parish, school, and the Alton community. Learn more about the parish history behind the festival.