Gary Hoey's 30th Rockin' Holiday Tour at Wildey Theatre in Edwardsville

Celebrating 30 Years of Rockin' Holiday Tradition

Gary Hoey is preparing to celebrate the 30th anniversary of his Rockin' Holiday Tour at The Wildey Theatre in Edwardsville. The event will take place on Thursday, December 11, at 7:30 p.m. at 252 N. Main St. This special show has become a beloved holiday tradition for families and radio stations around the world, combining the joy of the season with high-energy rock 'n' roll.

Hoey's journey into the music industry began in 1987 when Ozzy Osbourne was impressed by a tape he sent. This led to an audition in Los Angeles and an encouraging move to the West Coast. Since then, Hoey has built a career that continues to bring excitement and energy to fans across the globe.

A Full Calendar of Events in the Area

As the holiday season approaches, there are numerous events happening in the Edwardsville area and beyond. Here’s a look at some of the highlights:

Wednesday, December 10

• Christmas Wonderland 2025: 6 p.m., Rock Spring Park, 2100 College Ave., Alton.
• Music Bingo: 6 p.m., The Old Bakery Beer Company, 400 Landmarks Blvd., Alton.
• Alton City Council Meeting: 6:30 p.m., Alton City Hall, 101 E. 3rd St., Alton.
• Queen of Hearts: 7 p.m., Alton VFW Post 1308, 4445 Alby St., Alton.
• Jay and Nate: 6 p.m., Fast Eddie’s Bon Air, 1530 E. Fourth St., Alton.
• Psychedelic Symphony: 12:30 p.m., Lewis and Clark Community College, 5800 Godfrey Road, Godfrey.
• Sing Wing Night/Bar Bingo: 4-8 p.m., Edwardsville American Legion Post 199, 58 S. Illinois Route 157, Edwardsville.
• Xtreme Bar Bingo at Wigglers: 7-9 p.m., Wiggler’s Bar and Grill, 7243 Saint James Drive, Edwardsville.
• Celebrate Recovery Alton: 6:30-9 p.m., Calvary Baptist Church, 1422 Washington Ave., Alton.
• Take Off Pounds Sensibly: 9 a.m. weigh-in, 10 a.m. meeting, First Christian Church, 310 S. Main St., Edwardsville.
• Al-Anon Meeting: 9:15-11:15 a.m., Leclaire Christian Church, 1914 Esic Drive, Edwardsville. Enter through the last set of doors.
• Al-Anon Meeting: 7 p.m., Upper Alton Baptist Church and Preschool, 2726 College Ave., Alton. For more information, call 618-463-2429. To find other helpful meetings, visit SIAFG.org or District-18.org.

Thursday, December 11

• 150 Years of History: Our Open House Anniversary Celebration: 4 p.m., VSalon, 107 W. 7th St., Alton.
• Strength and Endurance Workout Class: 5:30 p.m., Riverbender Building, 200 W. 3rd St., Alton.
• Christmas Wonderland 2025: 6 p.m., Rock Spring Park, 2100 College Ave., Alton.
• Glass Christmas Tree Decorating Event: 6:30 p.m., Alton Stained Glass Works & Tiffany Inn, 410 E. Broadway, Alton.
• Ugly Sweater and Karaoke Party: 7 p.m., Bubby & Sissy's, 602 Belle St., Alton.
• Case 44: 6 p.m., Fast Eddie’s Bon Air, 1530 E. Fourth St., Alton.
• EASD 13 Band and Choral Holiday Concert: 6 p.m., 1000 3rd St., East Alton.
• Dot Art Glitter Ornaments Workshop: 4 p.m., Ruby Wren Eclectic Boutique, 5761 Godfrey Road, Godfrey.
• Wreath Decorating: 5 p.m., Ruby Wren Eclectic Boutique, 5761 Godfrey Road, Godfrey.
• Winter Floral Arrangement with Lavender Lane: 6 p.m., Jersey County Arts Council, 400 State St., Jerseyville.
• Christmas Tours at the Cheney Mansion: 6 p.m., 601 N. State St., Jerseyville.
• Canned Food Drive: 7:45 a.m., Business Is Great BNI BIG, 6289 Tiger Drive, Edwardsville.
• Jr. Melty Magic: 4 p.m., Edwardsville Public Library, 112 S. Kansas St., Edwardsville.
• Trent Thrun: 6 p.m., Big Daddy's Edwardsville, 132 N. Main St., Edwardsville.
• Spencer McDole: 6 p.m., Peel Wood Fired Pizza, 100 Quartz Knoll Court, Edwardsville.
• Cozy Comic Book Club: 6:30 p.m., Edwardsville Public Library, 112 S. Kansas St., Edwardsville.
• Gary Ho! Ho! Hoey 30th Anniversary Tour: 7:30 p.m., The Wildey Theatre, 252 N. Main St., Edwardsville.
• Grafton Legion Christmas Bingo Night: 6:30 p.m., 14258 Scenic Hill Drive, Grafton.
• Karaoke with DJ Toni: 8 p.m.-midnight, Martin’s Tunes & Eats, 575 S. Sixth St., Wood River.
• Karaoke Thursday: 6:30-10 p.m., Holiday Shores Marina, 100 Elm Drive, Edwardsville.
• Cornhole Tournament: 9-11 p.m., Hotshots Sports Bar & Grill, 2511 Illinois Route 157, Edwardsville.
• The Roundtable: 4-7 p.m., AOS Alternative Office Space, 219 Eastgate Plaza, East Alton.
• Xtreme Bar Bingo: 7-9 p.m., Edison’s Entertainment Complex, 2477 S. Illinois Route 157, Edwardsville.

For any calendar submissions or updates, please send them to dylan.suttles@thetelegraph.com.