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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!

  • February 19, 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…

Waitress

Feb 19
  • February 19, 2025
  • Paramount Theatre

What is more American than apple pie? A small-town waitress with a dream and the ingredients for success! Sugar, butter, flour. These aren’t the only ingredients Jenna, a waitress and expert pie maker, uses to make her famous pies. Stuck in a small town and a loveless 
marriage, Jenna…

  • February 21, 2025
  • Edith Farnsworth House

Experience the tranquility of the Edith Farnsworth House like never before—book a Quiet Season Tour! Available Fridays and Saturdays from January 10 to March 22, these exclusive tours offer a peaceful, intimate way to explore this architectural masterpiece during the off-season. Immerse yourself in…

  • March 07, 2025
  • Downtown Aurora

Join the fun in downtown Aurora to celebrate art, music, local business deals and offerings, and our outstanding restaurants. It’s a fun and festive atmosphere where you can shop, dine, relax, and enjoy the evening. First Fridays is a night of art, fun, music, dance, and community at local…

  • March 09, 2025
  • Batavia Fine Arts Centre

Swifty Fest is the ultimate tribute to the music of Taylor Swift! Traci Marie & Mike Bruccoleri of the award-winning nationally touring Taylor Swift Eras Tour tribute, Are You Ready For It? A Taylor Experience will perform the hits and fan favorites acoustically from every single Taylor Era…

Available Monday - Thursday 2-5pm

Feb 18, 2025 Barrel & Rye

Free Comedy Show & Open Mic

Feb 18, 2025 The Bit Theater

Waitress

Feb 18, 2025 - Mar 30, 2025 Paramount Arts Centre, 1931

Million Dollar Quartet

Feb 19, 2025 - May 31, 2025 Stolp Island Theatre

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.

    Community

    Downtown Aurora businesses to celebrate Dry January

    This January, Aurora, Illinois, is lighting up in support of wellness and positive change by joining the nationwide Dry January® USA movement. Dry January® USA, the official…

    Aurora Area CVB
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