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The Bald Knob Cross of Peace in Alto Pass, Illinois will host the UNITE At the Cross Christian Music Festival on Saturday, July 16th and Sunday, July 17th.
On Saturday, July 16th, We are Messengers will headline the day and be joined by viral sensations Katy Nichole, Apollo LTD, Coby James, Torey D’Shaun of St Louis, and Lee Marie of Herrin. The gates open at 2:00pm with music starting at 5:00pm.
On Sunday, July 17th, Grammy Award-winning Jason Crabb will headline the day and be joined by Kelly Crabb and the Bowling Sisters, Adam Crabb of the Gaither Vocal Band, the Down East Boys, and The Chandlers. The gates will open at 1:00pm with music starting at 3:00pm.
Bald Knob Cross of Peace is situated in the Shawnee National Forest near the small town of Alto Pass, Illinois, and towers above the landscape at over 111 feet and is visible for many miles. After the inaugural Easter Sunrise Service in 1937, construction of the Cross began in 1959 with completion in 1963. The Cross attracts over 30,000 visitors annually from across the world making it one of the most popular tourist attractions in the region. The site is managed by Bald Knob Cross of Peace, Inc, a 501(c)3 charitable organization.
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Jul 17, 2022
2:00pm
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9:00pm
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Address:
Bald Knob Rd
Alto Pass IL 62905 - Phone: (618) 713-8516
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