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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, Hinckley, Montgomery, North Aurora, Oswego, Plano, Sugar Grove and Yorkville have to offer. Sign up for our e-Newsletter!

  • December 06, 2024
  • Downtown Aurora

Join us for a delightful evening at the Cocoa Crawl in Downtown Aurora on December 6, 2024! From 5 PM to 9 PM, enjoy a festive stroll through our charming downtown area, sampling delicious hot cocoa from various local businesses. This family-friendly event is a cozy and cheerful way to kick off the…

  • December 06, 2024
  • The Little Traveler

Author JB Michaels will be at The Little Traveler to sign copies of his brand new release, CHRISTMAS WALK CLUES. It's the latest addition to the Mac & Millie mystery series, set in our hometown of Geneva, IL. Release Date: November 15, 2024. CHRISTMAS WALK CLUES is the successor to THE CHRISTMAS…

  • December 06, 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 06, 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 06, 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…

Aurora Downtown Cocoa Crawl 2024

Dec 06, 2024 Downtown Aurora

Book Signing—Christmas Walk Clues: a Mac & Millie Mystery

Dec 06, 2024 - Dec 07, 2024 The Little Traveler

Christkindlmarket Aurora

Dec 06, 2024 - Dec 24, 2024 RiverEdge Park

Christmas Walk Weekend

Dec 06, 2024 - Dec 08, 2024 The Little Traveler

Cocktails to Go at Turf Room

Dec 06, 2024 - Jan 31, 2025 The Turf Room Restaurant

Trip Ideas

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    Broadway In Aurora

    Cats May 01

    Cats

    The most beloved musical in theater history brings the colorful world of Cats to the…

    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…

    Dakotas Yorkville

    • 227 Heustis Street
    • (630) 381-9390

    Specializing in craft food, bourbons, tequila, craft beer, and cocktails. Enjoy an…

    Comedy Vault

    • 18 E. Wilson Street
    • (630) 454-4174

    The Comedy Vault is a hip comedy club offering live standup comedy and entertainment…

    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…

    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.

    Arts & Entertainment

    12 holiday destinations in Chicago's western suburbs

    Here are 12 reasons to consider a new holiday tradition: a visit to Chicago's western suburbs and Fox River valley, courtesy the team at the Aurora Area Convention & Visitors Bureau…

    Aurora Area CVB
    9 minute read
    Geneva joins Aurora Area Convention & Visitors Bureau Drew Pertl
    Community

    Geneva joins Aurora Area Convention & Visitors Bureau

    The City of Geneva has joined the Aurora Area Convention and Visitors Bureau, expanding the AACVB’s regional footprint while boosting the number of west suburban communities it…

    Aurora Area CVB
    3 minute read
    Elburn joins Aurora Area Convention & Visitors Bureau Laura Gampfer Photography
    Community

    Elburn joins Aurora Area Convention & Visitors Bureau

    Targeting travel and tourism as part of its future, the Village of Elburn has officially joined the Aurora Area Convention and Visitors Bureau, expanding the AACVB’s regional…

    Aurora Area CVB
    2 minute read