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!
- August 22, 2026
- Copley Theatre
Known as “Uncle Lar,” Larry Reeb is the wise cracking wacky relative everyone knows. Like any concerned relative, Uncle Lar wants to help, so, in his own way he does, he gives tips on everything from dating, to driving, to children. Uncle Lar has been voted Chicago Comedian of the year, twice. He…
Elburn Days
Aug 22- August 22, 2026
- Elburn Lions Club
ELBURN LIONS CLUB’S LARGEST FUNDRAISER OF THE YEAR Elburn Days 2026 is scheduled for August 21-23. In 1933 the Elburn Lions Club began an annual event known as “A Day in the Park”, which later became known as Elburn Days. The Elburn Days Festival is the largest fundraiser for the Elburn Lions Club…
Frida Destination Festival
Aug 22- August 22, 2026
- Altiro Latin Fusion Aurora
Frida Destination at Altiro: A Cultural Celebration of Art, Flavor & Spirit Join us for a vibrant celebration of Mexican culture at Frida Destination! This unforgettable evening is inspired by the iconic Frida Kahlo and features a colorful blend of art, music, dance, and of course—margaritas…
- August 23, 2026
- Edith Farnsworth House
Join us for the opening of Fertile Ground: Crossroads of Design in Mid-Century Mexico (1930s–1970s) at Edith Farnsworth House! Fertile Ground proposes a re-reading of mid-twentieth-century design in Mexico as the result of a uniquely open, collective, and generative environment—one in which…
Geneva Concours d'Elegance
Aug 23- August 23, 2026
- Downtown Geneva
Classic Car enthusiasts will gather together again this year in Geneva, Illinois and view a beautiful collection of antique, classic and modern automobiles. Participants from all over the Country will display their prized automobiles on Third street and some will be awarded one of the coveted "Benz"…
AudaTours Aurora Audio Tour: Legends, Landmarks, and the Golden River Era
Aug 22, 2026 Two Brothers RoundhouseBACK TO SCHOOL - AND BACK TO COOL! Waubonsee Community College’s 60th Anniversary
Aug 22, 2026 Waubonsee Community College - Sugar GroveTrip Ideas
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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.
Christkindlmarket Returns to Aurora's RiverEdge Park in 2026
The Christkindlmarket is delighted to announce the return of its cherished holiday tradition for its 5th year at RiverEdge Park in Aurora, Illinois. The Aurora location opens on Friday…
Fox Valley Park District Set to Open The Orchard Social
The Fox Valley Park District will officially open The Orchard Social to the public on Friday, Aug. 14, inviting residents and visitors to experience a completely reimagined restaurant, bar…
Sturdy Shelter Brewing Opens Long Awaited Riverside Deck!
Sturdy Shelter Brewing in Batavia, IL, is hosting a ribbon cutting of their long-awaited riverside deck on Wednesday, August 12, 4:30 pm at 10 S. Shumway in Batavia! The deck features cedar…