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Event Series Free Thursday Evenings

Free Thursday Evenings

Aurora Regional Fire Museum 53 N Broadway, Aurora, IL, United States

Celebrate the season and experience all that Aurora has to offer when visiting the Christkindlmarket. The Aurora Regional Fire Museum will offer FREE admission on Thursday evenings from 4-7pm as part of our extended hours November 17 - December 23.   For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of Museum Free...

Free

Rockets to the Rescue

Eola Road Branch 555 S Eola Road, Aurora, IL, United States

Learn how to build a paper rocket and launch it with a stomper through this fun, interactive workshop with the University of Illinois Extension! Ages 8-12. Registration required. Through the 4-H Ag Innovators Experience, youth will have the opportunity to explore hands-on activities and develop critical thinking and problem solving skills. Presented by the University...

Free

Event Series Holiday Bazaar

Holiday Bazaar

Sheila Ray Adult Center 225 E Elk Grove Boulevard, Elk Grove Village, United States

Get into the holiday spirit while shopping at our annual Holiday Bazaar! Bring the whole family for a photo opportunity with the Grinch on Sat, Dec 2 from 10-12pm! The Bazaar features treasures such as: jewelry, handcrafted items, ceramics, quilted, knitted and crocheted items. Food and $1 Raffle tickets will be available for purchase. All...

Free

Discovery Tots

Fountaindale Public Library 300 W Briarcliff Rd, Bolingbrook, IL, United States

Explore simple STEAM stations that allow adult and child pairs to discover new sensory experiences in a safe environment! (18 months–5 years with an adult)

Free
Event Series First Fridays

First Fridays

Downtown Aurora Aurora, IL, United States

First Fridays is a night of art, fun, music, dance, and community at local businesses and venues in downtown Aurora on the first Friday evening of the month. First Fridays in Downtown Aurora invites the community to enjoy art, music, food, theater, and more on the first Friday of the month. First Friday venues have...

Free

Cocoa Crawl

Downtown Aurora Aurora, IL, United States

Purchase a mug and a button to participate. Attendees receive samples of hot chocolate at participating venues.

Polar Express: A Movie Night – SOLD OUT

Kies Recreation Center 155 E St Charles Road, Elmhurst, IL, United States

All aboard! Join us for a movie night featuring an all-time classic, Polar Express! Wear your favorite PJs and get ready to experience some holiday magic! The evening will include hot cocoa, snacks and a craft - all while enjoying this family favorite movie. Space is limited! Registration required.

Palatine Concert Band Holiday Concert

Cutting Hall Performing Arts Center 150 E. Wood Street, Palatine, IL, United States

The Palatine Concert Band, under the direction of Dr. Frederick Lowe, performs a selection of traditional and contemporary works for band on Friday, December 1, 2023 at 7pm at Cutting Hall Performing Arts Center, 150 E Wood St., Palatine.

$3 – $9

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