ALTON - Due to extreme heat, the Rockin’ With Robert concert planned for June 30, 2026, has been rescheduled.
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The Upper Alton Association hosts a Rockin’ With Robert concert series every summer at the Robert Wadlow statue in Upper Alton. Rising temperatures have led to a few cancellations this season.
“The weather isn’t our friend this year!” said the Upper Alton Association in a Facebook post.
Debbie Frakes with the Upper Alton Association noted that the June 30 concert featuring The NGK Band has been rescheduled for Tuesday, July 14, 2026. From 6–8 p.m. on July 14, community members can enjoy the band’s blend of blues, soul and pop.
The Ivas John Band will play as scheduled on July 7, weather permitting.
The No. 4 Combo Band, which was supposed to play on June 9, was also rescheduled due to excessive heat. The No. 4 Combo Band will instead play on Friday, July 10, 2026.
Frakes hopes these makeup concerts will still allow people to come out and enjoy the music. It’s important to Frakes and the team at the Upper Alton Association to provide events like this for community members to connect.
For more information about the Upper Alton Association and their Rockin’ With Robert concert series, including updates, visit the official Upper Alton Association Facebook page.
Extreme heat can be dangerous. Click here for a list of cooling centers in the region.
