Discover The Aurora Area in Illinois
Welcome to the Aurora Area, an outstanding travel destination in Illinois. Here you can experience award winning Broadway musical theater, the largest waterpark in Illinois, Chicagoland's largest outlet shopping center, a masterpiece of modern architecture, and unparalleled outdoor adventure on and along the Fox River. Whether you're traveling with family or friends, be sure to check out all that Aurora, Batavia, Big Rock, Elburn, Geneva, Hinckley, Montgomery, North Aurora, Oswego, Plano, Sugar Grove, Yorkville and Kendall County have to offer. Sign up for our e-Newsletter!
Hoptoberfest 2026
Aug 30- August 30, 2026
- Hopvine Brewing Company
Check out this family friendly market featuring a variety of great local artisans, while enjoying some new menu items and our Oktoberfest beer. It just doesn’t get any better!
K-POP WARRIORS
Aug 30- August 30, 2026
- Hollywood Casino Aurora Meetings & Event Space
KPOP Warriors brings music, dance, and nonstop fun in a family-friendly live show inspired by K-Pop. KPOP Warriors: Is a high-energy family show packed with K-Pop–style music, fast choreography, and colorful heroes battling playful villains. Expect nonstop action, fun characters, and an…
Yorkville Hometown Days
Sep 03- September 03, 2026
- Beecher Park
Yorkville Hometown Days Festival is a family-oriented event that provides entertainment that everyone can enjoy! Each year we host a multitude of incredible events at little to no cost for patrons to enjoy, including favorites such as: Ultimate Air Dogs Competition, Baby Contest, Big Band & BBQ…
Mercado in Aurora
Sep 04Aurora comes alive with music, culture, and flavor! 🎶 Join us this Friday, September 4th, for *Rhythms of Aurora* and enjoy an afternoon filled with great vibes, live music, dance, food, and fun for the whole family. ❤️ 📍 Public Library Lot L 170 S Lake St, Aurora, IL 🕓 4:00 PM – 9:00 PM…
Cruise Night
Sep 04- September 04, 2026
- Towne Center Shopping Center
tart your engines because Cruise Night is coming in hot to North Aurora! The Village of North Aurora will be hosting Cruise Night on Friday, September 4, 2026 from 5 to 7 pm at Towne Center Shopping Center (1720 Orchard Gateway Boulevard). For those unfamiliar with the term, Cruise Nights are an…
Trip Ideas
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Dinner & A Show
The Venue Aurora
- 21 S. Broadway Avenue
- (331) 212-8490
The Venue is a live music venue and community center hosting concerts, workshops…
The Turf Room Restaurant
- 1033 Kilberry Ln.
- (630) 906-9300
Relax, this place has a winning combination of fine dining and exciting atmosphere…
Law Office Pub and Music Hall
- 226 S. Bridge St.
- (630) 882-9559
Within the walls of this historic 1800's era building, independent musicians from…
Comedy Vault
- 18 E. Wilson Street
- (630) 454-4174
The Comedy Vault in Batavia is a lively, intimate comedy club located in a renovated…
113 Main
- 113 Main Street
- (331) 216-5133
Welcome to 113 Main, located in the heart of downtown Oswego. Our menu features…
Family Vacation Guide
Raging Waves Waterpark
- 4000 N. Bridge St.
- (630) 882-6575
At Raging Waves, you'll find 58 acres of family-friendly water attractions. With 32…
Chicago Premium Outlets
- 1650 Premium Outlets Blvd.
- (630) 585-2200
Chicago Premium Outlets, an outdoor center located 40 minutes from downtown Chicago…
Altitude Trampoline Park Oswego
- 1600 Douglas Road
- (331) 717-9335
With over 30,000 square feet of indoor trampolines and other amenities, this place is…
Fox Valley Mall
- 195 Fox Valley Center Dr.
- (630) 851-7200
Fox Valley Mall is the premier shopping center in Illinois, featuring over 120 top…
Red Oak Nature Center
- 1385 N. River Rd.
- (630) 897-1808
Nestled on the east bank of the Fox River, the Red Oak Nature Center (On Route 25…
Two Brothers Roundhouse
- 205 N. Broadway
- (630) 264-2739
Discover the big, bold flavors of Two Brothers artisan beer, coffee, dining, and…
Heartland Charm
More Polish Pottery
- 8S953 Jericho Rd.
- (630) 605-2371
More Polish Pottery is the leading Midwest retailer for Boleslawiec Polish pottery…
Esther's Place
- 201 W. Galena St. (Rt. 30)
- (630) 556-9665
Join educator and fiber artist Natasha Lehrer in a memorable experience with nature’s…
South Moon Barbeque
- 100 E. Lincoln Ave.
- (815) 286-9227
Fantastic southern-style BBQ!! Aurora Area Champion for the best BBQ and winner of…
Keller's Farmstand Oswego
- 2500 Johnson Road
- (630) 219-8194
Family farmstand growing high-quality flowers, sweet corn, vegetables, apples, and…
The Growing Place
- 2000 Montgomery Road
- (630) 820-8088
Started from bare ground in 1989, The Growing Place has grown into a garden oasis for…
Abbey Farms
- 2855 Hart Rd.
- (630) 966-7775
Abbey Farms is a unique family-friendly agri-tourism farm in Aurora, IL that has been…
Curated Stories
Welcome to our Insider's Blog, your guide to all the wonders found throughout the Aurora area of Illinois. Get the latest travel tips, highlights, news, and stories from the people who know our city best.
Fall Nights in Aurora: Casinos, Cocktails & Live Entertainment
When the fall sky goes neon, the all-new Hollywood Casino Aurora is where the party starts. Step onto a buzzing gaming floor with more than 1,000 slot machines, fast-paced table action, and…
Christkindlmarket Returns to Aurora's RiverEdge Park in 2026
The Christkindlmarket is delighted to announce the return of its cherished holiday tradition for its 5th year at RiverEdge Park in Aurora, Illinois. The Aurora location opens on Friday…
Fox Valley Park District Set to Open The Orchard Social
The Fox Valley Park District will officially open The Orchard Social to the public on Friday, Aug. 14, inviting residents and visitors to experience a completely reimagined restaurant, bar…