Things to do in Aurora, Illinois

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

  • July 31, 2026
  • Geneva Commons

Enjoy Live Music, All Summer Long! Join us under the stars at Geneva Commons for live music performances all summer! These performances are FREE to attend. They will be held on Center Stage at Geneva Commons – near the outdoor dining patios of Hacienda Real and Prime Cut. Enjoy live music in a…

  • July 31, 2026
  • RiverEdge Park

Nothing says summer in America like the rock-and-roll of Bob Seger. By popular demand, Hollywood Nights: The Bob Seger Experience is back in Aurora this summer. It’s pure American rock-and-roll classics like “Night Moves,” “Turn the Page,” “Travelin’ Man” and “Old Time Rock & Roll,” with a…

  • July 31, 2026
  • Comedy Vault

Join us for a night of laughs at The Comedy Vault in Batavia! Jason is a Texas born, NYC based standup whose comedy has been described as “…like getting the best advice you’ve ever gotten…from the dumbest guy you know.” Jason’s performed all over the world including for the troops in Europe, South…

  • July 31, 2026
  • Kendall County Fairgrounds

The Kendall County Fair offers excitement for the whole family! From 4-H to funnel cakes, there’s something for everyone. Enjoy live music, truck and tractor pulls, a western speed show, livestock competitions, and more. All events are free with admission! Don’t miss the biggest event of the year!

  • July 31, 2026
  • Downtown Oswego

Ready to celebrate America’s 250th birthday in a whole new way? The first round of the Oswego250 Goosechase has ended, but don’t put your scavenger skills away just yet! The next Oswego 250 Goosechase experiences goes live on June 14th and will run through August 2nd. This edition will revolve…

E.P. & the Surveyors in the Beer Garden

Jul 31, 2026 Sidecar Supper Club & Beer Garden

Flavors of Mexico

Jul 31, 2026 Rosewood Farm & Market

Friday Night Line Dance Party

Jul 31, 2026 Saddle Up Saloon & Dancehall

Friday Nights Live Music Under the Stars at Geneva Commons

Jul 31, 2026 - Sep 25, 2026 Geneva Commons

Trip 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…

    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…

    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

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