When the twinkle lights turn on and the Fox River glows against the winter sky, the Aurora Area transforms into a holiday playground for grown-up getaways and family fun alike. Cozy speakeasies, storybook wine rooms, and whimsical dessert spots invite you to raise a glass, share a bite, and savor…
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Discover the Magic of Holiday Giving in Aurora We all want to give out the best gifts for the holidays. Holiday shopping in the Aurora Area makes finding that gift even easier. With fabulous brand name options at the Chicago Premium Outlets – you can't go wrong with brands such as COACH, Nike…
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The Christkindlmarket is delighted to announce the return of its cherished holiday tradition for its 4th year at RiverEdge Park in Aurora, Illinois. The Aurora location opens on Friday, November 21st, 2025, and will as always be admission free, featuring authentic vendors, live entertainment, and…
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Penrose Brewing continues to cement its reputation as a leader in the craft beverage world, repeating six medals at the 2025 U.S. Open Hard Seltzer Championship. The competition, held in Oxford, Ohio, is the largest hard seltzer judging event in the United States, attracting top producers who…
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With so many unique stops you can make in the Aurora Area – don’t you just want to take a piece of it with you? From homemade candy to pottery you can find just about anything to commemorate your time spent in our area. We want to take you through all the fabulous options to get a real grasp of not…
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The Aurora Area Convention & Visitors Bureau (AACVB) has published its new 2024 Aurora Area Go Guide, synced with the debut of a major refresh of its enjoyaurora.com website. Both are timed to position the beautiful Fox River Valley area, just 37 miles west of Chicago, as a top destination offering…
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Brother Chimp Brewing received a Gold award in the 2024 World Beer Cup, the most prestigious beer competition in the world. The World Beer Cup award ceremony took place on April 24, 2024, at The Venetian in Las Vegas where awards were given in 110 beer-style categories. Brother Chimp Brewing…
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Handmade macarons at Atrevete Confections (Kyle Yamanaka / Yaam Media) Atrevete Confections in Montgomery, Illinois has been designated "Illinois Made" by the Illinois Office of Tourism. Each year, the Illinois Office of Tourism selects a group of small businesses that exemplify the hidden gems…
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