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!
Christkindlmarket Aurora
Nov 21- November 21, 2025
- 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…
- November 21, 2025
- Christkindlmarket
❄️ Holiday Glass Ornament Making MAKE YOUR OWN GLASS ORNAMENT WITH IKONIC GLASS AT THE CHRISTKINDLMARKET AURORA! The Christkindlmarket invites you to embrace the magic of the season at RiverEdge Park by handcrafting a truly unique holiday keepsake. Skilled artisans from Ikonic Glass will guide you…
- November 21, 2025
- Paramount Theatre
Music and Lyrics by Irving Berlin Book by David Ives and Paul Blake Directed by Stephen Schellhardt May your days be merry and bright. Two-time Tony Award nominee. Pageantry and spectacle come to life in this iconic holiday production. WWII is over, former GIs Bob and Phil have become a highly…
Million Dollar Quartet
Nov 21- November 21, 2025
- 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…
- November 21, 2025
- Fox Valley Mall
🎄 Capture Holiday Memories with Santa! 🎅 Step into the Peanuts™ Christmas Experience with Santa at Fox Valley Mall and make magical holiday memories! ✨ 📍 Location: Macy’s Court, Lower Level 📅 Dates: Open daily November 7 – December 24 (Closed Thanksgiving Day) Bring your loved ones for a…
Holiday Glass Ornament Making at the Christkindlmarket Aurora 2025
Nov 21, 2025 - Dec 24, 2025 ChristkindlmarketIrving Berlin’s White Christmas The Musical at The Paramount Theatre
Nov 21, 2025 - Jan 11, 2026 Paramount TheatreTrip Ideas
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Broadway In Aurora
Irving Berlin’s White Christmas The Musical at The Paramount Theatre
- Paramount Theatre
- Recurring weekly on Sunday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday
Music and Lyrics by Irving Berlin Book by David Ives and Paul Blake Directed by…
Elvis Tribute Artist Spectacular
It’s an era-by-era tribute celebrating the music and magic of Elvis Presley. From the…
Dear Evan Hansen at The Paramount Theatre
- Paramount Theatre
- Recurring weekly on Sunday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday
Music and Lyrics by Benj Pasek and Justin Paul Book by Steven Levenson Directed by…
Riverdance 30 - The Next Generation
Since Riverdance first emerged onto the world stage, its fusion of Irish and…
Shen Yun 2026
Get ready for a performance filled with beauty, wisdom, courage, and hope. Witness…
Rodgers & Hammerstein's South Pacific at The Paramount Theatre
- Paramount Theatre
- Recurring weekly on Sunday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday
Music by Richard Rodgers Lyrics by Oscar Hammerstein II Book by Oscar Hammerstein II…
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…
The Den
- 227 Heustis Street
- (630) 381-9390
The Den, located at 227 Heustis St in Yorkville, Illinois, is a high-energy bar and…
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.
Holiday Happenings: Your Guide to Christkindlmarket Aurora’s Entertainment & Events
Christkindlmarket Aurora: A Riverfront Winter Wonderland Embrace the wonder of the season at Christkindlmarket Aurora, where holiday magic and European tradition shine beside the Fox…
Geneva Chamber of Commerce Presents Annual Christmas Walk & Holiday House Tour, December 5-6, 2025
The Geneva Chamber of Commerce is proud to announce the return of two of the community’s most beloved holiday traditions: the Geneva Christmas Walk and Holiday House Tour, happening…
Winter Adventures with Family
Creating holiday magic in the Aurora Area with family and friends is a breeze with these festive stops and events. Start the excitement at Funway, where bowling, skating, and arcade games…