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Bubby & Sissy's is an event venue at 602 Belle St, Alton, IL 62002. Events include Drag shows, Drag brunches, Dance events. It is in Madison County, about 19 miles from St. Louis.
Bubby & Sissy's in Alton, Illinois, offers drag shows, drag brunches, dance events, and community potlucks. Founded in 2025, it has become a cornerstone of the LGBTQIA+ community in the area. A group of friends took over the venue to continue its legacy. The venue provides free parking for visitors.
- Address
- 602 Belle St, Alton, IL 62002
- Phone
- (618) 619-0681
- Parking
- Free parking
- County
- Madison County
- Distance
- about 19 miles from St. Louis (straight line)
- Book or inquire
- https://www.eventbrite.com/o/bubby-sissys-110609648341
About Alton
Alton is a city in Madison County, Illinois, with a population of about 25,430. Founded in 1818 by Rufus Easton and named after his son, Alton is situated on the Mississippi River near where the Illinois, Mississippi, and Missouri rivers meet. The city is known for its limestone bluffs, Victorian Queen Anne architecture, and its important role in the abolition movement and the Civil War. Alton hosted the last Lincoln-Douglas debate in 1858 and was home to the first Illinois state penitentiary. Visitors can reach Alton by river transport or regional rail, with St. Louis, Missouri, located just 19 miles away. Nearby landmarks include the Lincoln-Douglas Debate Memorial and the Lyman Trumbull House.
Getting there
- Rail and air
- Accessible via river transport and regional rail; nearest major city is St. Louis, Missouri.
- Nearest city
- St. Louis, Missouri
Around Alton
- Lyman Trumbull House: National historic monument of the co-writer of the Thirteenth Amendment.
- Lincoln-Douglas Debate Memorial: Features oversized statues commemorating the 1858 debate.
- Confederate Mass Grave and Memorial: Marks the burial site of Confederate prisoners who died during a smallpox epidemic.
- Oakwood Cemetery: Burial site of Robert Pershing Wadlow, the world's tallest man.
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Frequently Asked
- Where is Bubby & Sissy's located?
- Bubby & Sissy's is at 602 Belle St, Alton, IL 62002, in Madison County.
- What kinds of events does Bubby & Sissy's host?
- Drag shows, Drag brunches, Dance events, Community potlucks.
- Is there parking at Bubby & Sissy's?
- Free parking.
- How do I book Bubby & Sissy's?
- Tickets via Eventbrite; Reservations required for some events.
- What is there to see in Alton?
- Places to see in Alton include Lyman Trumbull House, Lincoln-Douglas Debate Memorial, Confederate Mass Grave and Memorial, Oakwood Cemetery.
- What should I bring to the Birthday Potluck?
- Bring a favorite dish to share.
- Is there an age restriction for events?
- 21+ only.
- How do I book for brunch?
- Book on Eventbrite.
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