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#EnjoyAurora with signature events like the Broadway Series at Paramount Theatre and summer concerts at RiverEdge Park that attract visitors from all over the country. Venues throughout the region pack the calendar with great options for family fun, vibrant nightlife, and outdoor adventure. All that's missing from these events is you!
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17
Sep
Farnsworth House
Sep 17, 2019 - Oct 27, 2019
9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
This Barnsworth Gallery exhibition will feature architectural models of selected projects designed b...
9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
21
Sep
Abbey Farms
Sep 21, 2019 - Oct 27, 2019
12:00 PM
Pumpkin Daze at Abbey Farms gives you great, ol’ fashioned family fun for one price. Packed with act...
12:00 PM
20
Oct
Lyon Farm
Oct 20, 2019 - Oct 27, 2019
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Halloween On The Farm - October 20th and 27th at The Lyon Farm. Times are from 1:00 p.m. until 4:00 ...
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
24
Oct
Eastside Community Center
Oct 24, 2019
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Batavia Park District and Batavia Public Library have joined forces to 'Turn the Page' on PechaKucha...
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
24
Oct
Shannon Hall
Oct 24, 2019
5:30 PM - 9:30 PM
PechaKucha means “chit-chat” in Japanese. PechaKucha 20x20 is a simple presentation format where you...
5:30 PM - 9:30 PM
25
Oct
Paramount Theatre
Oct 25, 2019
8:00 PM - 10:30 PM
An American Idol winner sings the songs of a Grammy Award-winning legend.
Ruben Studdard and Luth...
8:00 PM - 10:30 PM
25
Oct
Two Brothers Roundhouse
Oct 25, 2019
9:00 PM
9pm, no cover, 21+
Come celebrate with Invisible Cartoons as we combine our two albums into one gr...
9:00 PM
25
Oct
The Venue Aurora
Oct 25, 2019
8:00 PM - 11:30 PM
J.D.R. and the Broadcast is a roots rock band from the far western suburbs of Chicago. The group rel...
8:00 PM - 11:30 PM
25
Oct
Loft 28 West and Ballydoyle Aurora
Oct 25, 2019 - Oct 26, 2019
8:00 PM - 2:00 AM
Loft 28 West is hosting: Nightmare on New York Street - Halloween Pop Up! Come out for 3 days of Hal...
8:00 PM - 2:00 AM
26
Oct
Downtown Aurora
Oct 26, 2019
12:00 PM - 3:00 PM
All ages are invited to dress up in costume and visit dozen of participating business and museums fo...
12:00 PM - 3:00 PM
26
Oct
Farnsworth House
Oct 26, 2019
8:30 AM - 10:00 AM
In harmony with “Less is more,” discover how this philosophy stands true for the architectural style...
8:30 AM - 10:00 AM
26
Oct
Oswego High School
Oct 26, 2019
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
There’s a frightening amount of things to do at this year’s Bash! We want you in your Halloween cost...
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
26
Oct
River Street Woonerf
Oct 26, 2019
8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
The Batavia Farmers’ Market moves back out on to River Street starting June 1, 2019! This year will ...
8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
26
Oct
Blackberry Farm
Oct 26, 2019
12:00 PM
Enjoy family-friendly fall festivities at Blackberry Farm! Weekends in October & Columbus Day, 11 a....
12:00 PM
26
Oct
Emerson Creek
Oct 26, 2019
8:30 AM - 9:30 AM
Start your Saturday morning with a revitalizing yoga class in our rustic barn! This event is BYOB. A...
8:30 AM - 9:30 AM
26
Oct
Paramount Theatre
Oct 26, 2019
8:00 PM - 10:30 PM
Direct from London’s West End, Fastlove is the world’s favorite George Michael tribute show.
Get ...
8:00 PM - 10:30 PM
26
Oct
Waubonsee Community College Auditorium
Oct 26, 2019
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Known for his quick witted, crisp, clean comedy and over 25 years of making people laugh, Steve Brog...
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
26
Oct
Copley II Park
Oct 26, 2019
12:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Celebrate Día de los Muertos with us on October 26. We will have face painting, painting activities ...
12:00 PM - 3:00 PM
26
Oct
Red Oak Nature Center
Oct 26, 2019
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Can you handle the Forest of Fright & Delight? Explore the Red Oak woods at night on a self-led, hau...
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
26
Oct
Law Office Pub and Music Hall
Oct 26, 2019
9:00 PM - 11:30 PM
River Valley Rangers and Daniel Watkins team up to celebrate Halloween, bluegrass-style! Join us at...
9:00 PM - 11:30 PM
26
Oct
Two Brothers Roundhouse
Oct 26, 2019
8:00 PM
8pm, no cover! 21+. Join us for our annual Halloween Party featuring Two Brothers beer, DJ Jayrock a...
8:00 PM
26
Oct
The Venue Aurora
Oct 26, 2019
8:00 PM - 11:00 PM
R&B, soul, and blues with a sense of humor and a lot of funk. Kate Moss shreds on guitar!...
8:00 PM - 11:00 PM
26
Oct
Loft 28 West and Ballydoyle Aurora
Oct 26, 2019 - Oct 27, 2019
7:30 PM - 1:00 AM
Loft 28 West is hosting: Nightmare on New York Street - Halloween Pop Up! Come out for 3 days of Hal...
7:30 PM - 1:00 AM
26
Oct
Loft 28 West and Ballydoyle Aurora
Oct 26, 2019 - Oct 27, 2019
11:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Come experience our transformation from Loft to a Halloween wonderland - complete with photo wall an...
11:00 AM - 2:00 PM
27
Oct
Aurora Municipal Airport
Oct 27, 2019
9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Kids 8-17 years old can find discover the magic of flight and cultivate a passion for aviation with ...
9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
27
Oct
Law Office Pub and Music Hall
Oct 27, 2019
4:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Roots of A Rebellion are a jam band from Nashville, TN playing heavy Reggae-Rock-Dub music for the s...
4:00 PM - 7:00 PM
27
Oct
The Venue Aurora
Oct 27, 2019
4:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Please join us for a rare performance by National Slide Guitar Champion, Kraig Kenning. Before the s...
4:00 PM - 9:00 PM
1
Nov
Downtown Aurora
Nov 1, 2019
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Celebrate Dia de los Muertos with authentic food, dancing, Mexican altars, and tradition during Nove...
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
1
Nov
Paramount Theatre
Nov 1, 2019
12:00 PM
Its soundtrack was one of the biggest of 2017, and “This is Me” was nominated for Best Song at the O...
12:00 PM
1
Nov
Prisco Community Center
Nov 1, 2019
12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
This Veterans Day celebration begins with a presentation of colors, followed by the Pledge of Allegi...
12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
1
Nov
Two Brothers Roundhouse
Nov 1, 2019
7:00 PM - 11:45 PM
Behold: The Eye Show! Spectaculate the panopticon with the peculiarity of ocularity at the ArtBar on...
7:00 PM - 11:45 PM
1
Nov
Law Office Pub and Music Hall
Nov 1, 2019 - Nov 2, 2019
9:00 PM - 12:00 AM
Feed the Dog is an eclectic and action-packed, high-energy, jam-rock-grass band. The Appleton based ...
9:00 PM - 12:00 AM
1
Nov
Little White School Museum
Nov 1, 2019 - Dec 2, 2019
12:00 PM
Discover the history of Oswego’s fighting men and women through an extensive display of rarely seen ...
12:00 PM
2
Nov
Paramount Theatre
Nov 2, 2019
8:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Houston native Eddie B is single-handedly changing the comedy game, tapping into the minds of everyo...
8:00 PM - 10:00 PM
2
Nov
The Venue Aurora
Nov 2, 2019
8:00 PM - 10:30 PM
Lindell's musical style borrows from 1970s blues-rock, soul and R&B. Lindell's music has been descri...
8:00 PM - 10:30 PM
3
Nov
Two Brothers Roundhouse
Nov 3, 2019
12:00 PM - 3:00 PM
The Aurora Regional Fire Museum is proud to present our Third Annual Sound the Alarm Fundraiser on S...
12:00 PM - 3:00 PM
7
Nov
The Venue Aurora
Nov 7, 2019
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Bank teller and amateur country fiddler Jim Stewart and his sister Estelle Axton (Whose joined last ...
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
8
Nov
Law Office Pub and Music Hall
Nov 8, 2019
8:00 PM - 11:00 PM
The roots of David Wax Museum stretch back nearly a decade, and all the way from New England to Mexi...
8:00 PM - 11:00 PM
8
Nov
The Venue Aurora
Nov 8, 2019
7:00 PM - 10:30 PM
The Venue is excited to present... Kelly Steward! Kelly Steward is a Midwestern American singer, son...
7:00 PM - 10:30 PM
8
Nov
St. Athanasios Greek Orthodox Church
Nov 8, 2019 - Nov 10, 2019
9:00 PM - 12:00 PM
Indoor festival featuring Greek food, music, and cultural events at Saint Athanasios Greek Church on...
9:00 PM - 12:00 PM
9
Nov
Law Office Pub and Music Hall
Nov 9, 2019
9:00 PM - 11:00 PM
His latest album “Home Is Where The Hurt Is” (produced by Harris, guitarist Adam Meisterhans, and en...
9:00 PM - 11:00 PM
9
Nov
Water Street Studios
Nov 9, 2019
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Artist Talk, tour, and Q&A with featured artists of ClayMirth. This event is free and open to the pu...
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
10
Nov
Fox Chase Elementary School
Nov 10, 2019
7:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Celebrate fall with a chip-timed 10K run down the Fox River and through scenic Oswego, or enjoy the ...
7:30 AM - 12:00 PM
10
Nov
Law Office Pub and Music Hall
Nov 10, 2019
4:00 PM - 7:00 PM
An alt-country band with punk roots, Vandoliers put a rough-edged spin on Texas music. It's twang an...
4:00 PM - 7:00 PM
10
Nov
The Venue Aurora
Nov 10, 2019
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
You asked for it, we heard you! The Beatles' classic album "ABBEY ROAD" turns 50 this year, and we w...
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
11
Nov
North Aurora Veterans Memorial
Nov 11, 2019
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Join the Village of North Aurora for a memorial ceremony for all Veterans at the North Aurora Vetera...
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
11
Nov
Town Square Park
Nov 11, 2019 - Nov 15, 2019
12:00 PM
The Yorkville American Legion Post 489 and the Veterans Outreach for Kendall County invite you to ho...
12:00 PM
12
Nov
Law Office Pub and Music Hall
Nov 12, 2019
8:00 PM - 10:30 PM
The Law Office welcomes Bloodshot Records' newest artist! "I love country music because it's built u...
8:00 PM - 10:30 PM
13
Nov
Paramount Theatre
Nov 13, 2019 - Jan 19, 2020
7:00 PM - 10:30 PM
Be our guest this holiday season, as we step inside this classic storybook fairytale and discover th...
7:00 PM - 10:30 PM
15
Nov
Red Oak Nature Center
Nov 15, 2019
7:30 PM - 9:30 PM
Gather around the campfire and listen to some legends and lore as you enjoy roasting your own marshm...
7:30 PM - 9:30 PM
15
Nov
Aurora Regional Fire Museum
Nov 15, 2019
2:30 PM - 3:00 PM
Sponsored in conjunction with the Aurora Public Library, children and their families can enjoy a fun...
2:30 PM - 3:00 PM
15
Nov
Southbank Original Barbecue
Nov 15, 2019
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Enjoy a pre-Thanksgiving feast of wild game at this outstanding barbecue destination on the Fox Rive...
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
16
Nov
The Venue Aurora
Nov 16, 2019
8:00 PM - 11:30 PM
For five decades, Heartsfield has been playing and recording some of the best Americana-based Southe...
8:00 PM - 11:30 PM
18
Nov
Paramount Theatre
Nov 18, 2019
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
We’re going to make you an offer you can’t refuse. Michael Corleone has always been uninterested in ...
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
21
Nov
BLVD Kitchen
Nov 21, 2019
5:30 PM - 8:00 PM
Enjoy a night out with friends as you dine on an exquisite 5 course dinner and contribute to a great...
5:30 PM - 8:00 PM
22
Nov
Downtown Aurora
Nov 22, 2019
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
The merriest and cheeriest of seasons starts with Winter Lights in Aurora! Join the fun as we kick o...
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
22
Nov
The Venue Aurora
Nov 22, 2019
8:00 PM - 10:30 PM
Rebel Soul Revival navigates through classic southern rock waters, picking up elements of funk and j...
8:00 PM - 10:30 PM
23
Nov
The Venue Aurora
Nov 23, 2019
8:00 PM - 11:00 PM
The Venue is excited to present... Willy Porter! Willy Porter has been turning first time listeners ...
8:00 PM - 11:00 PM
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23
Nov
Yorkville's Riverfront Park
Nov 23, 2019 - Nov 24, 2019
12:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Celebrate the season with a weekend of festivities in Yorkville. Enjoy a Winter Wonderland Festival ...
12:00 PM - 10:00 PM
23
Nov
Abbey Farms
Nov 23, 2019 - Dec 22, 2019
12:00 PM
Join in the tradition of hunting for your very own Abbey-Farms-grown Christmas tree or select a fres...
12:00 PM
23
Nov
Mooseheart Child City
Nov 23, 2019 - Dec 31, 2019
5:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Holiday Lights at Mooseheart is one of Chicagoland’s largest light displays! The lighted route is ap...
5:00 PM - 9:00 PM
25
Nov
Paramount Theatre
Nov 25, 2019
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
More than 40 years ago, Superman flew into cinemas around the world and upended the superhero genre....
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
29
Nov
Paramount Theatre
Nov 29, 2019 - Dec 22, 2019
2:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Chicago’s notorious improv troupe is back to make you laugh through the holidays! It’s the most depr...
2:00 PM - 10:00 PM
29
Nov
Phillips Park
Nov 29, 2019 - Dec 26, 2019
5:00 PM - 9:00 PM
One of the largest free outdoor drive-through holiday light displays in Northern Illinois, the Auror...
5:00 PM - 9:00 PM
30
Nov
Downtown Oswego
Nov 30, 2019
5:00 PM - 10:00 PM
‘Tis the season to celebrate the best of the holidays in Oswego at the annual Christmas Walk. Bundle...
5:00 PM - 10:00 PM
30
Nov
The Venue Aurora
Nov 30, 2019
8:00 PM - 12:00 AM
Two great DJs, bringing back the groove of real Disc Jockey skillz in Aurora! Hip Hop reigns the dan...
8:00 PM - 12:00 AM
1
Dec
Batavia Riverwalk
Dec 1, 2019
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Experience the Magic of Batavia with sing-alongs, Christmas tree lighting, and a visit from Santa at...
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
2
Dec
Paramount Theatre
Dec 2, 2019
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Every time a bell rings, an angel gets its wings. Enjoy the holiday favorite on the big screen at Pa...
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
5
Dec
The Venue Aurora
Dec 5, 2019
7:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Good Morning Bedlam has become an innovative force in the midwest folk scene. Their shows are known ...
7:00 PM - 10:00 PM
6
Dec
Downtown Aurora
Dec 6, 2019
5:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Celebrate the holidays at the 2nd annual First Fridays Cocoa Crawl! Keep warm with delicious hot cho...
5:00 PM - 10:00 PM
7
Dec
Farnsworth House
Dec 7, 2019
8:30 AM - 10:00 AM
Join us for this restorative yoga program! Discover peace and serenity in the holiday season by join...
8:30 AM - 10:00 AM
7
Dec
The Venue Aurora
Dec 7, 2019
8:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Along with John Prine and Steve Goodman, Bonnie Koloc was a luminary figure in the nascent Chicago f...
8:00 PM - 10:00 PM
7
Dec
Farnsworth House
Dec 7, 2019 - Dec 14, 2019
10:00 AM - 3:30 PM
This season, take a step back in time to a mid-century winter with guest designer Craig Bergmann, wh...
10:00 AM - 3:30 PM
8
Dec
Lyon Farm
Dec 8, 2019 - Dec 15, 2019
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Christmas On The Farm - December 8th & 15th. Times are from 1:00 p.m. until 4:00 p.m. Admission: $4....
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
12
Dec
South Point
Dec 12, 2019 - Dec 15, 2019
12:00 PM
Book your Magical Journey! Put on your pajamas, don your warmest apparel, and we will stamp your tic...
12:00 PM
13
Dec
Water Street Studios
Dec 13, 2019 - Dec 15, 2019
12:00 PM - 12:00 AM
The Winterfest Art Market is a three-day art & fine craft sale in collaboration with Water Street St...
12:00 PM - 12:00 AM
13
Dec
Water Street Studios
Dec 13, 2019 - Dec 15, 2019
12:00 PM - 12:00 AM
The Winterfest Art Market is a three-day art & fine craft sale in collaboration with Water Street St...
12:00 PM - 12:00 AM
14
Dec
The Venue Aurora
Dec 14, 2019
8:00 PM - 11:30 PM
Conceived for what was supposed to be a one-off show at House of Blues Chicago, Chicago Loud 9 mater...
8:00 PM - 11:30 PM
15
Dec
The Venue Aurora
Dec 15, 2019
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
This fun seasonal concert will feature the music of Stan Kenton and USAF Airmen of Note arranger Mik...
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
16
Dec
Paramount Theatre
Dec 16, 2019
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Two former soldiers make it as a successful song-and-dance team. When they find their old beloved ge...
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
20
Dec
The Venue Aurora
Dec 20, 2019
8:00 PM - 11:30 PM
Chanson du Chat is a gypsy jazz style trio/quartet/quintet led by guitarist John Papadolias. Steeped...
8:00 PM - 11:30 PM
21
Dec
Law Office Pub and Music Hall
Dec 21, 2019 - Dec 22, 2019
8:00 PM - 12:00 AM
Rebel Soul Revival can't wait to make our return to The Law Office this December for a proper holida...
8:00 PM - 12:00 AM
23
Dec
Paramount Theatre
Dec 23, 2019
10:00 AM - 12:30 PM
A young boy doubting the existence of Santa is taken on a magical ride on The Polar Express. He’s wh...
10:00 AM - 12:30 PM
27
Dec
Prisco Community Center
Dec 27, 2019
12:00 PM
Kwanzaa community festival is a first fruits of the harvest celebration by honoring family, communit...
12:00 PM
30
Dec
Paramount Theatre
Dec 30, 2019
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
The most astonishing, innovative, backyard adventure of all time!
Buy tickets at the door for $1 ...
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
31
Dec
Boulder Point
Dec 31, 2019
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Ring in the NOON year with this family friendly event where kids of all ages can enjoy New Year’s Ev...
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
6
Jan
Paramount Theatre
Jan 6, 2020
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Imagine if you had three wishes, three hopes, three dreams, and they all could come true. Enjoy the ...
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
13
Jan
Paramount Theatre
Jan 13, 2020
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
A dream comes true in this Disney animated classic. Enjoy the original Cinderella at Paramount Theat...
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
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The Venue Aurora
Aurora's hottest new spot for live music features a 200-seat listening room and nationally-recognized talent.
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