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Posted on 04/07/2021
By James Cardis
RiverEdge Park in downtown Aurora announced today the return of live music at the city’s beautiful outdoor summer concert venue starting in July...Read On
Posted on 04/06/2021
By City of Aurora, Government
Mayor Richard C. Irvin and Paramount Theatre have announced that the Stolp Island Theatre will be downtown Aurora’s next live performance venue ...Read On
Posted on 04/01/2021
By James Cardis
Play ball! Here are 5 great spots to catch the final games of the NCAA Tournament as well as your favorite Chicago team this summer in the Aurora...Read On
Posted on 03/16/2021
By James Cardis
Miles of gorgeous outdoor spaces and trails are available to you throughout the region, and new amenities like the Fox Valley Bike Share make it easy ...Read On
Posted on 03/01/2021
By Fox Valley Park District
Blackberry Farm – the Fox Valley Park District’s living history museum – is set to reawaken in 2021, after the entirety of the 2020 ...Read On
Posted on 02/19/2021
By
Aurora's Paramount Theatre is home to Chicago's Best Broadway Series The Paramount Theatre, located at 23 E. Galena Boulevard in Aurora, Illi...Read On
Posted on 02/08/2021
By City of Aurora, Government
As the nation reflects on the contributions and history of Black Americans during Black History Month, the City of Aurora received national news this ...Read On
Posted on 01/29/2021
By James Cardis
We celebrated National Plan For Vacation Day with a highlight reel of Aurora Area attractions. Continue reading to learn more about winter activi...Read On
Posted on 01/28/2021
By Leah Hesla, Fermilab
The annual Family Open House at the Department of Energy’s Fermilab gives families an opportunity to learn about science in a fun, interactive w...Read On
Posted on 01/20/2021
By James Cardis
While winter brings dreams of outdoor concerts at RiverEdge Park and making a splash at Raging Waves, you can find plenty of fun things to do when it ...Read On
Posted on 01/05/2021
By James Cardis
With a focus on shopping, dining, services and events in the City of Aurora, Illinois, Shaw Media's 2020 "Best of the Fox" Reader's ...Read On
Posted on 01/04/2021
By James Cardis
The Illinois Prairie Path, Fox River Trails, and Virgil Gilman Trail were recently featured in an article by Jeanine Barone at the Chicago Tribun...Read On
Posted on 12/15/2020
By Marissa Amoni, Aurora Downtown
Trains are the stars of the show this holiday season in downtown Aurora. Aurora Express, a downtown-wide holiday window theme featuring trains ...Read On
Posted on 12/11/2020
By James Cardis
Village of North Aurora Silo to Light Up the Night Sky Starting December 11 The Village of North Aurora is pleased to announce the completion of th...Read On
Posted on 11/18/2020
By James Cardis
From Phillips Park Festival of Lights to Mooseheart Holiday Lights Display, miles of dazzling light displays offer magical holiday memories for famili...Read On
Posted on 11/16/2020
By Arella Swan (@YourFaveFashionBlogger)
As local retailers began rolling out their holiday gifts, we partnered with Aurora’s favorite fashion blogger, Arella Swan, to highlight opportu...Read On
Posted on 11/10/2020
By James Cardis
Hearth & Hammer General, a modern neighborhood general store, candle studio, and workshop space, joins statewide tourism program spotlighting...Read On
Posted on 11/05/2020
By James Cardis
French-inspired pastries & confections are expertly crafted at Atrevete Confections, a delicious destination in Montgomery, Illinois. Jacquelin...Read On
Posted on 10/22/2020
By James Cardis
From murals to sculpture and creative installations, the Aurora Area is home to an amazing collection of public art in Chicago's suburbs. ...Read On
Posted on 10/15/2020
By James Cardis
What do a coffee roaster, sustainable gastropub, and purveyor of encased meats have in common? They're all Illinois Made right here in the Aurora ...Read On
Posted on 10/13/2020
By Marissa Amoni, Aurora Downtown
Aurora Downtown will turn downtown into Sugar Skull City from October 15 to November 15. The 30-day celebration honors the beloved Mexican cultural...Read On
Posted on 10/07/2020
By James Cardis
Easy hiking trails, beautiful boardwalks, and colorful fall foliage are just a few of the features you'll find at Red Oak Nature Center in Batavia...Read On
Posted on 10/05/2020
By James Cardis
The Fox River Trail connecting the communities of Aurora, Montgomery, Batavia, and Elgin are a featured road trip destination at EnjoyIllinois.com ...Read On
Posted on 10/01/2020
By James Cardis
The Vintage Shop Hop is coming to 22 shops in the Aurora Area this weekend. Here's your guide to vintage, retro, antique and boutique shopping on ...Read On
Posted on 09/23/2020
By James Cardis
Take a step back in time at Oswegoland's history museum. Little White School Museum, located at 72 Polk Street in downtown Oswego, IL, holds th...Read On
Posted on 09/16/2020
By James Cardis
Hoist a stein at these upcoming Oktoberfest events, hosted by Two Brothers, Oswego Brewing Co., and the Kiwanis Club of Yorkville — the lat...Read On
Posted on 09/15/2020
By Aurora Area CVB
We’ve been “All In for Illinois” during the pandemic, but now that we're in Phase 4, we’re ready to enjoy our state safely...Read On
Posted on 09/09/2020
By James Cardis
Plan a fall family getaway with apple picking, farm markets, and outdoor activities in the Aurora Area of Illinois, just 40 miles west of Chicago.&nbs...Read On
Posted on 09/08/2020
By Aurora Area CVB
We’ve been “All In for Illinois” during the pandemic, but now that we're in Phase 4, we’re ready to enjoy our state safely...Read On
Posted on 09/01/2020
By Aurora Area CVB
We’ve been “All In for Illinois” during the pandemic, but now that we're in Phase 4, we’re ready to enjoy our state safely...Read On
Posted on 08/26/2020
By James Cardis
Compendium: 001, hosted by Hearth & Hammer General of Batavia, is a curated collection of shops and makers across Aurora, Batavia, and Geneva taki...Read On
Posted on 08/25/2020
By Aurora Area CVB
We’ve been “All In for Illinois” during the pandemic, but now that we're in Phase 4, we’re ready to enjoy our state safely...Read On
Posted on 08/18/2020
By Aurora Area CVB
Where can you find the best fish sandwich in Illinois? At over a dozen delicious destinations throughout the state. Join us for our latest installment...Read On
Posted on 08/18/2020
By James Cardis
Aurora and Yorkville welcome new destinations for authentic, upscale Mexican cuisine It’s no secret that Chicagoland is home to America&rsqu...Read On
Posted on 08/11/2020
By Aurora Area CVB
We’ve been “All In for Illinois” during the pandemic, but now that we're in Phase 4, we’re ready to enjoy our state safely...Read On
Posted on 08/04/2020
By Aurora Area CVB
We’ve been “All In for Illinois” during the pandemic, but now that we're in Phase 4, we’re ready to enjoy our state safely...Read On
Posted on 07/28/2020
By Aurora Area CVB
We’ve been “All In for Illinois” during the pandemic, but now that we're in Phase 4, we’re ready to enjoy our state safely...Read On
Posted on 07/21/2020
By
We’ve been “All In for Illinois” during the pandemic, but now that we're in Phase 4, we’re ready to enjoy our state safely...Read On
Posted on 07/15/2020
By
Outdoor dining has become a hit in downtown Aurora. Since being allowed to open for outdoor dining on May 29, downtown restaurants and patrons alike a...Read On
Posted on 07/14/2020
By
Discover amazing public and outdoor art throughout Illinois when you hit the road for a summer vacation! We’ve been “All In for I...Read On
Posted on 07/07/2020
By
Nothing says summertime like an outdoor picnic, and with abundant curbside dining options, you don't have to stock up on groceries to have your ow...Read On
Posted on 06/30/2020
By
We’ve been “All In for Illinois” during the pandemic, but as we hit the unofficial start of summer, we’re ready to enjoy our s...Read On
Posted on 06/23/2020
By
We’ve been “All In for Illinois” during the pandemic, but as we hit the unofficial start of summer, we’re ready to enjoy our s...Read On
Posted on 06/15/2020
By
We’ve been “All In for Illinois” during the pandemic, but as we hit the unofficial start of summer, we’re ready to enjoy our s...Read On
Posted on 06/09/2020
By
Nationwide list of facilities published by Connect includes Fox Valley Park District venue as a top soccer complex. AURORA, IL—Stuart S...Read On
Posted on 06/02/2020
By Aurora Area CVB
This summer, we're partnering with destination marketers across the state of Illinois to promote Illinois road trips in the summer and fall of 202...Read On
Posted on 05/29/2020
By Aurora Downtown
Photo: McCarty Mills Taproom (Aurora Downtown) As Aurora and the entire state prepares to move into Phase 3 under the Restore Illinois framew...Read On
Posted on 05/26/2020
By Aurora Area CVB
This summer, we're partnering with destination marketers across the state of Illinois to promote Illinois road trips in the summer and fall of 202...Read On
Posted on 01/24/2020
By
Endiro Coffee is among five destinations statewide to be recognized in the Illinois Made program established in 2017 by the Illinois Office of To...Read On
Posted on 01/17/2020
By
Linked by the Fox River, the communities of the Aurora Area are beautiful river country. Here's a brief guide to where to put in, take o...Read On
Posted on 01/15/2020
By Jennifer Downing, Farnsworth House
In 2020, Farnsworth House, a site of the National Trust for Historic Preservation, will celebrate Edith Farnsworth Reconsidered, a yearlong focus on t...Read On
Posted on 12/03/2019
By James Cardis
The story of The Law Office Pub & Music Hall and Summer Solstice Festival as told by friends and co-founders, Boyd Ingemunson and Jason Leslie. Re...Read On
Posted on 11/18/2019
By
Chicago Area’s Largest Outlet Center to Open at 6 p.m., Thanksgiving Savvy shoppers know that when the turkey cools down, the deals heat up a...Read On
Posted on 10/23/2019
By
The New York Street bridge across the Fox River in Aurora is a memorial to World War I veterans, dedicated on Armistice Day 1931. It's j...Read On
Posted on 10/08/2019
By
Two new feature stories in Chicagoland magazines provide in-depth coverage of Aurora and Oswego. In the October edition of Naperville Magazine, rea...Read On
Posted on 09/27/2019
By Julie Ap, Open Wide the World
Fall is settling in once again. We Midwesterners collectively say goodbye to the heat of summer and prepare to settle in for the cold of a Midwest win...Read On
Posted on 09/24/2019
By Patrick Hajduch
Halloween is around the corner, and if you are anything like me, you are getting into the “spirit” (spooky pun) of the season. Take it fro...Read On
Posted on 09/04/2019
By
Aurora, Illinois, September 3, 2019 – Aurora’s Paramount Theatre is pleased to share that it earned 16 nominations for the 2019 Equity Jef...Read On
Posted on 08/20/2019
By
AURORA, Ill. – The Professional Bowlers Association returns to Parkside Lanes for a week-long, three-event series in late August, the finale to ...Read On
Posted on 07/24/2019
By
Photo courtesy Chris Rizzuto Photography The 2019 Montgomery Fest schedule is packed with a wide variety of fun family activities and entertainment...Read On
Posted on 07/17/2019
By
In this video by Mad Motus Productions, Aurora's On The Wall festival is presented in a dizzying array of breakdance moves. The ...Read On
Posted on 07/09/2019
By
AURORA, IL – Six-time Grammy Award-winning music superstar and legendary cornerstone of American pop culture and music, Dionne Warwick will...Read On
Posted on 06/26/2019
By
AURORA, IL, June 26, 2019 – Get ready for a fun night on Friday, July 26, when Aurora’s Thomas J. Weisner RiverEdge Park presents The Mave...Read On
Posted on 06/24/2019
By
AURORA, IL, June 24, 2019 - One of the most anticipated concert events of the summer, Tedeschi Trucks Band: 2019 Wheels of Soul Tour featuring Te...Read On
Posted on 06/11/2019
By Marissa Amoni, Aurora Downtown
Aurora Museums After Dark welcomes visitors to downtown museums after hours on three Thursdays this summer. Aurora Regional Fire Museum, SciTech Ha...Read On
Posted on 05/31/2019
By
Chicago Premium Outlets announced the return of its popular summer concert series, expanding to the 14,000-square-foot green space on the East end of ...Read On
Posted on 05/31/2019
By
Aurora Downtown is proud to sponsor the second annual Aurora Museum Week from June 2 to 8. Aurora Museum Week highlights and encourages the community ...Read On
Posted on 05/31/2019
By
What could be better than spending a fun-filled day outdoors and learning about natural science at the same time? For the 11th year in a row, Fermi...Read On
Posted on 05/03/2019
By Steve Warrenfeltz
Photo courtesy Fox Valley Music Foundation The story of The Venue begins with the Fox Valley Music Foundation. The Fox Valley Music Founda...Read On
Posted on 12/07/2018
By
Paramount's event series features Swan Lake, Shen Yun, Boyz II Men, Blind Boys of Alabama, and the world premiere of August Rush: A New Music...Read On
Posted on 12/03/2018
By Deena Bess Sherman
If you are looking for the perfect destination for holiday family fun, look no further than Aurora, Illinois! Along with the traditions everyone ...Read On
Posted on 11/05/2018
By
Downtown Oswego is a winter wonderland for holiday shoppers—complete with reindeer! Here's what to expect when you #GoOswego this holiday se...Read On
Posted on 10/03/2018
By
Aurora’s Ward 9 has been named the top millennial hot-spot in Illinois outside of Chicago by a nationwide housing search website. Adlai an...Read On
Posted on 10/01/2018
By
Want to know where you can find big scares (and big fun!) in Chicagoland's western suburbs? Read our #EnjoyAurora guide to the haunted houses...Read On
Posted on 09/12/2018
By Deena Bess Sherman
If you are looking for a place to unplug from technology and enjoy a day of wholesome family fun this fall, we have just the place: Abbey Farms in Aur...Read On
Posted on 08/30/2018
By Julie Ap, Open Wide the World
Hanging from a capsized kayak, my body upside-down and under water, I was torn between exhilaration and panic. In the dark water of the river, I could...Read On
Posted on 08/13/2018
By James Cardis
Aurora's latest public art initiative brings colorful bicycle planters to Downtown Aurora. "This is a fun and simple, yet symbolic...Read On
Posted on 08/13/2018
By Deena Bess Sherman
Whenever my family travels, I consider myself lucky to find a farmers’ market. Each market is a window into the local community, where we not on...Read On
Posted on 06/29/2018
By James Cardis
From bumper boats and aquatic centers to thrilling adventures and breathtaking slides, you'll find an outstanding collection of water parks right ...Read On
Posted on 06/01/2018
By James Cardis
Designed by Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, one of the most influential architects of the 20th century, the Farnsworth House is the quintessential example o...Read On
Posted on 05/22/2018
By James Cardis
Two Aurora Area destinations, Hardware Sustainable Gastropub and Wurst Kitchen, have been included in the Illinois Office of Tourism's Illinois Ma...Read On
Posted on 03/29/2018
By
Hold on tight, because downtown Aurora’s Blues on the Fox is back for its 22nd year with another killer lineup of longtime favorites and fresh t...Read On
Posted on 01/23/2018
By James Cardis
Photo courtesy Dave Soderstrom Christopher Cudworth, in an informative article on the bald eagles of the Fox River for the City of Batavia's &q...Read On
Posted on 01/19/2018
By
The Aurora Area is home to some of the finest craft breweries Chicago has to offer. From the venerable Two Brothers Artisan Brewing at the historic...Read On
Posted on 01/05/2018
By James Cardis
Vacations are powerful. They have the ability to recharge our minds and bodies and better connect us to the world – all while making lasti...Read On
Posted on 11/06/2017
By James Cardis
Make your next holiday tradition in the Aurora Area with winter lights, destination shopping, and festive fun for the whole family. Read on for some g...Read On
Posted on 10/19/2017
By
We're pleased to announce the addition of a new community to the Aurora Area... Bologna! Situated along Route 34 in the space between the ...Read On
Posted on 10/13/2017
By James Cardis
Top Picks for a Fall Trip Award Winning Broadway Series at the Paramount Theatre Winter Lights & Holiday Shopping Outdoor Adventure &...Read On
Posted on 10/05/2017
By James Cardis
Reeshema Wood's colorful landscape photography from around the Aurora Area caught our attention on Instagram. With her eye for capturing scen...Read On
Posted on 09/05/2017
By James Cardis
In 2017, Fermilab has planned its biggest Open House in decades to coincide with its 50th Anniversary. To get an insider's perspective on wha...Read On
Posted on 08/28/2017
By James Cardis
Two great giveaways offer you the opportunity to #EnjoyAurora with a visit to a masterpiece of modern architecture and get a unique view of fall folia...Read On
Posted on 08/16/2017
By James Cardis
If you’re out on the Fox River, chances are you’re going to meet Brittany Tripp. An artist, avid outdoor enthusiast and Aurora resident, B...Read On
Posted on 08/09/2017
By Emma Anderson
The perfect pairing of music and history is coming to Plano with Yorkville Big Band’s concert on the lawn of Farnsworth House! One of Mies va...Read On
Posted on 07/11/2017
By James Cardis
Award-Winning Hotel Brand Brings 146 Suites to Suburban Chicago AURORA, Ill. and MCLEAN, Va. – July 7, 2017 – Homewood Suites by Hilton...Read On
Posted on 06/19/2017
By James Cardis
Looking for a last-minute vacation idea? We've got 10 great reasons you should visit the Aurora Area this summer. Lined up below is an action-pack...Read On
Posted on 06/19/2017
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Aurora Regional Fire Museum / Photo credit: Randy Benzie. Just an hour west of Chicago, the Aurora Area of Illinois is rich with historical s...Read On
Posted on 06/14/2017
By James Cardis
The Bluebird sound, a pre-war forebear to rock n’ roll developed by musicians like Big Bill Broonzy, Washboard Sam, Tampa Red, and Sonny Boy Wil...Read On
Posted on 05/24/2017
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Pictured: Patrick and Ingrid Roney and their sons — Shea, Kelly, and Casey — have found great opportunities living in Aurora. AURORA, I...Read On
Posted on 05/01/2017
By James Cardis
Not interested in golf? No problem! There are many reasons to attend the 2017 NCAA Division I Men's and Women's Golf Championships at Rich Har...Read On
Posted on 04/24/2017
By
Want to get away with friends for a weekend of outdoor recreation and Chicago-area culture? Better yet, do you want to get away for a weekend to a des...Read On
Posted on 03/30/2017
By James Cardis
Check out the new Round 1 Bowling & Amusement Center at Fox Valley Mall! Fox Valley Mall is home to the new Round 1 Bowling & Amusement Cente...Read On
Posted on 03/24/2017
By James Cardis
The Chicago Cubs World Series Trophy Tour is coming to Aurora on Monday, April 3rd at the Paramount Theatre! Here's what you need to know: ...Read On
Posted on 03/23/2017
By James Cardis
Kesha's bringing the party to RiverEdge Park The music of multi-talented singer/songwriter Kesha has topped charts, won awards, and soundtr...Read On
Posted on 03/23/2017
By James Cardis
First Fridays in Downtown Aurora First Fridays Downtown Aurora is a fun and festive night of art, culture, music, and performance at dozens of venu...Read On
Posted on 03/14/2017
By James Cardis
The Aurora Area has a lot to offer families looking for fun things to do this St. Patrick's Day weekend, like the interactive "Wonders of Science...Read On
Posted on 02/24/2017
By James Cardis
We've got your cabin fever cure. A spectacular production of Sweeney Todd, Two Brothers' 20th Anniversary at the Roundhouse, ...Read On
Posted on 02/21/2017
By
Hotel Information for the 2017 NCAA Division I Men’s and Women’s Golf Championships Rich Harvest Farms, 7S771 Dugan Rd, Sugar Grove, IL...Read On
Posted on 02/20/2017
By James Cardis
Springtime Fun on the Lincoln Highway Located just 40 miles west of Chicago, the Aurora Area is where travelers can find excellent options for rest...Read On
Posted on 02/08/2017
By James Cardis
Valentine's Day Weekend is upon us, and we're here to help you plan a long, romantic weekend. The Aurora Area has plenty of unique events and attracti...Read On
Posted on 01/25/2017
By James Cardis
Sweeney Todd, Wayne's World, and unique romantic events in the Aurora Area this February For the perfect getaway or staycation, enjoy our fun-filled ...Read On
Posted on 01/11/2017
By City of Aurora
From choir concerts and candid conversations to special performances and service opportunities, the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. will be hono...Read On
Posted on 11/21/2016
By James Cardis
Black Wednesday, aka "Thanksgiving Eve", is the busiest bar night in America next to New Year's Eve. Whether you're home for the holiday or ...Read On
Posted on 11/15/2016
By James Cardis
Fireworks on the Fox River, holiday light displays, Santa Claus parades, Christmas Tree lightings, and holiday shopping in our communities offer the b...Read On
Posted on 11/01/2016
By James Cardis
Montgomery, IL based photographer Randy Benzie considers his work to live somewhere in the space between the technical craft of photography and the mo...Read On
Posted on 10/31/2016
By James Cardis
November in the Aurora Area is an ideal time to catch unique, one-night-only entertainment at the Paramount Theatre between seasons of its award-winni...Read On
Posted on 10/25/2016
By James Cardis
We’ve long admired local photographer Bill Peterson’s nature, bird, and wildlife pics. A professed amateur, Bill is as modest as he is tal...Read On
Posted on 10/14/2016
By James Cardis
It's a very musical Top 10 Things To Do & #EnjoyAurora this weekend! 1. Stock up for winter at the last day of the 104th(!) installment...Read On
Posted on 10/10/2016
By James Cardis
October is a special month in the Aurora Area. The leaves begin to change colors, the cool weather invigorates us to get outside before winter...Read On
Posted on 10/06/2016
By James Cardis
Art, Beer, and Haunted Houses top our Top 10 Things To Do in the Aurora Area this weekend, Friday 10/7- Sunday 10/9! 1. First Fridays Aurora: Oc...Read On
Posted on 09/30/2016
By James Cardis
Our friends at Rocktown Adventures sent us this amazing aerial footage from their first Hump Day Paddle on the Fox River in Downtown Aurora. ...Read On
Posted on 09/22/2016
By James Cardis
1. Wurst Kitchen presents the 12th Annual PLANO OKTOBERFEST! All weekend, rain or shine under the big tent on Main Street in Downtown Plano....Read On
Posted on 05/19/2016
By Aurora Area CVB
Published May 19, 2016 Chicago hottest line-up of summertime concerts is not in Chicago, but at RiverEdge Park, Aurora. One of the Chicago area...Read On
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