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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!
4th of July Parade in Aurora
Jul 04- July 04, 2026
- Downtown Aurora
The City of Aurora's Annual 4th of July Parade will step-off at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday, July 4, 2026, in downtown Aurora! Route The Parade will begin at the intersection of Benton St. and Broadway St. March north on Broadway St. (Rt. 25) to Downer Pl. March west on Downer Pl. to Middle Ave. where…
Batavia Fireworks 2026
Jul 04This firework show and the accompanying concert is held each year on the Fourth of July at Engstrom Family Park in Batavia. The event includes food vendors and music by the Batavia Community Band. The fireworks show is organized by volunteers and funded through donations and fundraisers throughout…
Flip Circus
Jul 04- July 04, 2026
- Fox Valley Mall
🎪✨ Flip Circus is Coming to Fox Valley Mall! ✨🎪 Get ready for an unforgettable experience as Flip Circus rolls into town from June 26 – July 7, 2026! Step under the big top and enjoy a thrilling mix of: 🤸♂️ High-flying aerial acts 🎭 Acrobatics & jaw-dropping stunts 😂 Comedy and…
Oswego250 Goosechase Mission
Jul 04- July 04, 2026
- Downtown Oswego
Ready to celebrate America’s 250th birthday in a whole new way? The first round of the Oswego250 Goosechase has ended, but don’t put your scavenger skills away just yet! The next Oswego 250 Goosechase experiences goes live on June 14th and will run through August 2nd. This edition will revolve…
- July 04, 2026
- Prairie Point Community Park
Save the Date: Oswego250 Fourth of July Celebration! Join us as we celebrate America’s birthday and a major milestone in Oswego’s history during the Village’s Fourth of July fireworks celebration! In 2026 we’re honoring this moment with a community-wide celebration filled with patriotism, pride and…
AudaTours Aurora Audio Tour: Legends, Landmarks, and the Golden River Era
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Broadway In Aurora
Ballet Folklorico Quetzalcoatl
Once again, the magnificent Mexican folk dance troupe Ballet Folklorico Quetzalcoatl…
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.
Sunday Sidewalk Sessions Coming to Geneva
A new weekly live music series is coming to downtown Geneva this summer. Sunday Sidewalk Sessions, a walkable, live music experience debuts July 5 and will bring the sounds of local…
A Rooted Home Brings Home Décor, Gifts, and Workshops to Downtown Batavia
The Batavia Chamber of Commerce celebrated the opening of A Rooted Home with a ribbon cutting ceremony on Thursday, June 25. The home décor store is located at 237 W. Wilson St., in…
Grand Opening of Hollywood Casino and Hotel Aurora
PENN Entertainment, Inc. (Nasdaq: PENN) (“PENN” or the “Company”) today celebrates the grand opening of Hollywood Casino and Hotel Aurora, the all-new, $360…