This week in the Aurora Area

Plan your week in the Aurora Area of Illinois with our curated list of upcoming events and attractions. From award-winning theater performances to outdoor concerts and family-friendly attractions, there's always something happening here. Make the most of your visit with our top picks!

  • December 21, 2024
  • RiverEdge Park

The German-style Christmas Market provides a safe outdoor experience for the whole family. All Christkindlmarkets are always admission-free. The smell of roasted nuts, fresh pretzels, bratwurst and hot spiced wine, the sound of festive music, and the glimmer of sparkling Christmas ornaments, all in…

  • December 21, 2024
  • Paramount Theatre

Nominated for a Tony Award for Best Musical, this sparkling Disney fairytale has been reimagined for the stage. The theatrical production of Frozen brings Disney’s beloved animated film to life and fills the stage with winter magic. Set in the magical kingdom of Arendelle, the story follows two…

  • December 21, 2024
  • Stolp Island Theatre

Four Legends. One Night. Music History Made. On December 4, 1956, Elvis Presley, Johnny Cash, Jerry Lee Lewis and Carl Perkins had a chance encounter at Sun Records Studio in Memphis. You may have loved Million Dollar Quartet in 2017 at Paramount Theatre – now imagine it set in Sun Studio…

  • December 21, 2024
  • Copley Theatre

The holidays are coming and with them comes The Good, The Bad, and the Ugly Sweater at Copley Theatre. The brightest comedians of The Second City will takeover Aurora with some festive cheer, stand up snark, and impeccable improv, all while sporting ugly sweaters and pretty one-liners. Let their…

  • December 21, 2024
  • City of Aurora, Illinois

The Festival of Lights display at Phillips Park will return on Friday, November 29 th ! The hours of operation are 5 PM – 9 PM everyday, with the last day being Christmas Day 12/25. No tickets or registration needed. Please enter the site at the intersection of Smith Blvd & Fifth Ave and…

  • December 21, 2024
  • Rich Harvest Farms (Private)

A family of elephants on a golf course tee box. Snow White surrounded by her seven dwarves. Santa driving a golf cart. we see all these sights and more every time we drive down Dugan Road at night during the holiday season because they are all a part of the Annual Rich Harvest Farms Holiday Light…

  • December 21, 2024
  • Abbey Farms

FREE donut & small Hot Chocolate with tree purchase Emporium Cafe, Beer, Wine & Craft Cocktails Patio & Wood burning Fireplace! The Christmas Tree Season will be from November 23rd to December 23rd. Nagel Farmstead Emporium, Christmas Tree lot and fields are open seven days a week from…

  • December 21, 2024
  • Edith Farnsworth House

Kick off the holiday season with a magical visit to the iconic Edith Farnsworth House, beautifully decked out for the holidays! Starting Friday, November 29 (the day after Thanksgiving), join us for guided tours at 12pm & 2pm or enjoy a grounds pass to stroll the property and take in the festive…

  • December 31, 2024
  • The Venue Aurora

About this event NYE Show featuring Toronzo Cannon That sounds like a fantastic way to ring in the New Year! Toronzo Cannon is known for his powerful guitar work and soulful vocals, making him a standout in the contemporary blues scene. The Venue in Aurora will host this special New Year's Eve show…

  • Recurring weekly on Wednesday
  • French 75 Gallery & Lounge

Live Jazz at French 75 Live Jazz at French 75 on Wednesday nights, 6:30-9:30pm. Braden Smith and his quartet are jazzing it up. Have time for a cocktail and jazz? We hope you do. Cheers!

  • December 21, 2024
  • Downtown Batavia

The Indoor Market returns to Grainology Brewstillery (131 Flinn St, Suite C; Batavia, IL 60510) beginning Saturday, November 2, 2024 and continuing thru mid-May, 2025. Saturdays 9am-noon Every Saturday from 9am-noon, the Indoor Market features a variety of vendors. Enjoy an assortment of fresh…

  • The PIAZZA

Doors Open: 6:30 PM | Show Starts: 7:30 PM Get ready to rock around the holiday season at Holiday Havoc ! Join us at the Piazza in Aurora, IL, for an unforgettable night featuring headliners Anberlin, with special guests Eve 6. This epic concert will also showcase the electrifying support of Showoff…

  • December 21, 2024
  • Fox Valley Winery

Tyler Krienitz is a singer/songwriter from Aurora, IL. His music is both traditional and progressive drawing from influences such as Bob Dylan, Leonard Cohen, The Velvet Underground, The Tallest Man On Earth, and Townes Van Zandt. He performs all over the Chicago area and has released 7 studio…

  • December 25, 2024
  • Geneva Winery & Tasting Room

Get ready for the best night out in Batavia – WINGO Wednesdays! 🍷✨ WINGO (wine + bingo) brings a fun twist to classic Bingo, with everything wine-themed. Join us every Wednesday at 6pm in the scenic River View room at Geneva Winery in Batavia. Enjoy an evening of WINGO with fellow wine and…

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