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!
Pumpkin Daze
Sep 20- September 20, 2026
- Abbey Farms
Welcome to your authentic farm adventure! Step away from modern life and make new memories with your friends and family at Abbey Farms Pumpkin Daze! Packed with activities, our 40-acre pumpkin farm has everything you need to make your family’s day at the farm special. From our friendly petting zoo…
- September 20, 2026
- Hollywood Casino Aurora
Celebrating their role as the Official Casino and Sportsbook of the Chicago Bears, the Chicagoland properties are rolling out exciting ways for guests to get in on the fun. Throughout the Bears’ season through the PENN Play app, guests will have the opportunity to enter-to-win thrilling prizes…
Ganesh Festival
Sep 20- September 20, 2026
- Fox Valley Mall
Join us for the 10th annual Ganesh Utsav Celebration, a beloved cultural tradition honoring Lord Ganesha. Enjoy five days of vibrant festivities featuring music, prepared food, and community gatherings under the festival tent. The event includes daily rituals, lively processions around the tent…
Fiestas Patrias Parade
Sep 20- September 20, 2026
- Downtown Aurora
On Sunday, September 20th, our Fiestas Patrias Parade will return to downtown Aurora, stepping off at 11:00 a.m. from the corner of Broadway (IL Route 25) and Benton Street. It's our hope that this year's Fiestas Patrias Parade is one of the most beautiful and unifying cultural celebrations in the…
- September 20, 2026
- Two Brothers Roundhouse
Hoist a stein and say "Prost!" at Two Brothers Oktoberfest, an annual celebration in the courtyard beer-garden (weather permitting) featuring plenty of Atom Smasher, a German Marzen inspired by the particle physics research conducted at nearby Fermilab. Enjoy oompah bands and wear your best…
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.
Million Dollar Quartet in Aurora: Final Run at Stolp Island Theatre
“Great Balls of Fire!” Chicago audiences have just one last chance to catch Paramount Theatre’s immersive musical Million Dollar Quartet, returning more than two years…
Hispanic Heritage Month Spotlight: Dapper Brews
Honoring Latinx Roots in the Aurora Area Hispanic Heritage Month in Aurora offers a window into the city’s vibrant, diverse communities, and few local businesses capture that spirit…
Celebrating Latinx Heritage in Aurora: Cafe del Sol
Honoring Latinx Roots in the Aurora Area The Aurora Area is full of culture and history, effortlessly blending the stories of old with the vibrant energy of today. Many Hispanic and Latinx…