Jan. – December
Art In The City Hall
City Hall
800 Game Farm Rd., Yorkville
(630) 553-8564
yorkville.il.us
Jan-Dec First Thursday of Most Months
Downtown Aurora Arts Mixer
Connect with local artists and musicians.
6-7:30 p.m.
River’s Edge Café
18 W. Downer Pl., Aurora
(630) 897-3343
theriversedgecafe.com
December 4
The Nutcracker
An enchanting holiday tradition for many families, Paramount Theatre is proud to announce the return of Salt Creek Ballet’s The Nutcracker. Sugarplum fairies, nut- crackers and delightful dancers will dazzle
Nutcracker
this holiday favorite features spectacular costuming and sets with a cast of 65 local dancers as well as world-class guest artists. Tickets:$30.50 adult/$24.50 child
The Paramount Theatre
23 E. Galena Blvd. Aurora, IL 60506
paramountarts.com
December 4
Breakfast With Santa
Family fun activities throughout the day, hosted by a variety of community organizations. Free ornament making 8 a.m.
Sugar Grove Community House
141 South Main St., Sugar Grove
(630) 466-4539
sugargrovechamber.org
December 4-5, 11-12, 18-19
Polar Express
Amid thousands of glittering holiday lights, the Polar Express train makes its rounds. Storytellers will read the book, “The Polar Express” at the one-room schoolhouse. Visit Santa and see his sleigh. 4 p.m.–7 p.m.
Blackberry Farm
100 S. Barnes Road, Aurora
(630) 892-1550
foxvalleyparkdistrict.org
December 5-6
A CHRISTMAS CAROL
This lavish musical theatre production is bursting with pageantry, laughter, gorgeous costumes and classic lines. Never has a theatrical performance embodied the warmth and joy of the season more brilliantly than this classic production combining elements of spectacle, music and dance. Audiences of all ages are transported on a magical journey right alongside Ebeneezer Scrooge. Discoverthetruemeaningof Christmas in this enchanting Paramount tradition.
Sunday Tickets: $37 adult/$26 child Monday Tickets: $20 adult/$14 child
The Paramount Theatre
23 E. Galena Blvd. Aurora, IL 60506
paramountarts.com
December 5 & 12
Christmas At The Farm
Enjoy an old-fashioned Christmas with Santa Claus, crafts for kids, a storyteller in each building, refreshments, chestnut roasting and more.
1 p.m.–4 p.m.
Lyon’s Farm
7935 State Rt. 71, Yorkville
(630) 554-3064
kchs.us
December 5
6th Annual Designer Holiday Showcase Open House
Come join us for our FREE annual open house! The Tanner house will be decorated by local designers; come check out what they can do! You even get to join the fun by voting on your favorite room design. Refreshments will be served, and there will be crafts for children.
After that date, the Showcase will be open Wed., Sat., & Sun. from 1 to 4 pm through December 30 and normal admission will apply ($3 adults, $1.50 students & seniors, under 12 & AHS members free.)
Opening: 1-4 p.m.
Tanner House Museum. Corner of Oak and Cedar St., Aurora
(630) 906-0650
aurorahistory.net
December 5
Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony
Family event featuring Santa’s arrival, fireworks, free refreshments and caroling 5 p.m.
Founders Plaza
200 N. River St. Montgomery
(630) 896-8080
ci.montgomery.il.us
December 19
The Christmas Music of MANNHEIM STEAMROLLER by Chip Davis
Get an early start on your “holiday mood” when Mannheim Steamroller brings their Christmas tour to the Paramount Theatre. Created by Chip Davis, Mannheim Steamroller’s signature sound is where classical and modern-day rock, acoustic and electronic music meet. Celebrate the spirit of the season with the “18th century rock band” that has become one of the most popular and best-selling acts in the last 30 years. Don’t miss this spectacular and beloved holiday show appearing for the first time at the Paramount! Tickets: $69.50/59.50
The Paramount Theatre
23 E. Galena Blvd. Aurora, IL 60506
paramountarts.com
December 23
Jim Brickman
The Paramount Theatre
23 E. Galena Blvd. Aurora, IL 60506
paramountarts.com
