Get ready to sing and dance along to all your favorite ‘80s hits like “I Ran,” “Obsession,” “Wild Wild West,” “She Blinded Me with Science” and “867-5309/Jenny.” Tease up your hair, roll up your blazer sleeves and put your Wayfarers on for the Totally Tubular Festival, Sunday, August 16 at downtown…
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Grab your friends, bring a blanket, and get ready for a night of laid-back vibes and timeless music you know by heart when UB40 featuring Ali Campbell perform live at downtown Aurora’s RiverEdge Park on Sunday, August 9. Gates open at 6 p.m. Concert at 8 p.m. Tickets are $60. VIP Packages are…
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PENN Entertainment, Inc. (Nasdaq: PENN) (“PENN” or the “Company”) today celebrates the grand opening of Hollywood Casino and Hotel Aurora, the all-new, $360 million state-of-the-art casino and hotel. PENN’s latest land-based property replaces the former riverboat property that operated on the…
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Contemporary country music stars Lauren Alaina and Six One Five Collective will perform live at downtown Aurora’s RiverEdge Park in July. Grand Ole Opry’s Lauren Alaina, who is surfing the wake of “a seemingly limitless upward trajectory” ( American Songwriter ), will play RiverEdge Park on Sunday…
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Looking for the perfect place to celebrate Independence Day with your family and friends? The Aurora Area is buzzing with excitement, offering a full lineup of festive events, dazzling fireworks, and classic summer fun—all just a short drive from Chicago! Friday, July 3: Kick Off the Celebration…
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PENN Entertainment, Inc. (Nasdaq: PENN) (“PENN” or the “Company”) announced today the expected closure of the Hollywood Casino Aurora riverboat property at 5:59am CDT on Wednesday, June 10, in preparation for the grand opening of the all-new, $360 million land-based property set to open on June 24…
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Paramount Theatre’s smash hit, immersive musical Million Dollar Quartet wrapped its spring run at downtown Aurora’s Stolp Island Theatre this past weekend. But “Great Balls of Fire”! Tickets are already on sale for the show’s return, October 7, 2026-January 3, 2027. Don’t miss the fall and holiday…
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Summer in the Aurora Area is a season of celebration, community, and unforgettable experiences. If you’re looking for ways to make the most of the warm weather, lively weekends, and vibrant local culture, you’ll find something for everyone at these can’t-miss festivals. Whether you’re a foodie…
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One of the Fox Valley’s longest-running summer traditions returns Saturday, June 6, as the Mid-American Canoe & Kayak Race celebrates its 65th anniversary on the Fox River. Organized by the Fox Valley Park District, the Mid-American Canoe & Kayak Race has welcomed generations of paddlers, families…
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Hollywood Casino Aurora is ready to raise the curtain on a brand-new era of entertainment in the Fox River Valley. The highly anticipated destination has unveiled the debut performances for its state-of-the-art event center, setting the stage for unforgettable live experiences just ahead of its…
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