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, Hinckley, Montgomery, North Aurora, Oswego, Plano, Sugar Grove and Yorkville have to offer. Sign up for our e-Newsletter!
Cats
May 18- May 18, 2025
- Paramount Theatre
The most beloved musical in theater history brings the colorful world of Cats to the stage. Inspired by a collection of poems by T.S. Eliot, Cats, the iconic musical by Andrew Lloyd Webber, is a well-loved fantastical journey into the world of Jellicle Cats. Long-time subscribers of Paramount will…
- May 18, 2025
- Fox Valley Mall
Step into a world of wonder as Circus Vazquez brings its spectacular, high-energy show to Fox Valley Mall! 🎉 This isn’t your average circus—it’s bold, breathtaking, and entirely unforgettable, featuring a brand-new lineup of jaw-dropping performances, electrifying music, hilarious comedy, and…
Million Dollar Quartet
May 18- May 18, 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…
- May 21, 2025
- Comedy Vault
Join us for a night of laughs at The Comedy Vault in Batavia! Susan Rice loves to make people laugh. She began her professional comedy career in 1983 and is still making people laugh at 41 years as a professional comedian. Rice moved to LA early in 1986 she worked in many of the national comedy…
Margaritas En Mayo
May 22- May 22, 2025
- Bicentennial Riverfront Park
The Yorkville Parks and Recreation Department is excited to kick off the Summer on Thursday, May 22 with Margaritas en Mayo! This family-friendly fiesta will incorporate traditional Mexican music and performances as downtown Yorkville transforms into Yorkville's very own Margaritaville! Join us for…
Bluegrass Sundays 'Fireside' at Sidecar
May 18, 2025 - May 25, 2025 Sidecar Supper Club & Beer GardenTrip Ideas
Discover unbelievable adventures and unique trip ideas curated by interest. Enjoy!
Broadway In Aurora
Cats
- Paramount Theatre
- Recurring weekly on Sunday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday
The most beloved musical in theater history brings the colorful world of Cats to the…
Comedy with Jen Kober at Copley Theatre
Get ready to laugh out loud when phenomenally funny Jen Kober hits the Copley stage…
The Second City 65th Anniversary Show at Copley Theatre
The Second City is celebrating 65 years, and they’re bringing they’re legendary…
Wicked Sing Along Paramount Theatre
Sing along to the blockbuster movie version of Wicked as it plays on the giant…
Ballet Folklorico Quetzalcoatl W/ Goyito Cruz
Immerse yourself in enchanting wonder, vibrant magic and joyous celebration when…
MJ LIVE: Michael Jackson Tribute Concert at Paramount Theatre
The #1 Michael Jackson tribute in the world! Relive the energy, excitement, spectacle…
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.
Paramount Theatre extends Million Dollar Quartet through January 2026
Paramount Theatre’s smash hit Million Dollar Quartet, a “roof-rattling…rapturous celebration of early rock ‘n’ roll” (Daily Herald), won’t…
Hollywood Casino announces Boulevard Food & Drink Hall partnership with prominent Chicago chefs
James Beard Award Winner Shawn McClain’s MCH to Operate Boulevard Food & Drink Hall featuring Chicago culinary star Stephanie Izard, Antique Taco and Pretty Cool Ice Cream at the…
Spring into Fun the first weekend of May 2025 in the Aurora Area of Illinois
May is the perfect time to explore the Aurora Area of Illinois, where blooming flowers and vibrant events set the stage for unforgettable experiences. Whether you're looking for…