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City of Aurora
Disabilities Family Resource Fair
Prisco Community Center 150 W Illinois Ave, Aurora, IL, United StatesThe City of Aurora Disability Services Division and the Aurora Advisory Commission on Disabilities are hosting the 2022 Disabilities Family Resource Fair from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. on Thursday, November 10 at the Prisco Center, 150 W. Illinois Ave. The free, comprehensive and accessible fair will provide one convenient location for persons with disabilities,...
Aurora Pooch Parade
Phillips Park Zoo 1000 Ray Moses Dr, Aurora, IL, United StatesJoin the City of Aurora as we celebrate our favorite furry friends! The fifth annual Aurora Pooch Parade will take place on Sunday, October 1st, beginning at 11:00 AM at Phillips Park in Aurora. To enter: All dogs must be current on vaccinations. All must be socialized. All must have a standard leash while at...
Veterans Day Procession
Downtown Aurora Aurora, IL, United StatesThe City of Aurora recognizes the dedication of local military service men and women that have served our country at the annual Veterans Day Procession and Ceremony on Saturday, November 11th, 2023. The procession steps-off at the corner of Water St. and Downer Pl. at 10:15 a.m. Units will march West on Downer Place. The...
Winter Lights
Downtown Aurora Aurora, IL, United StatesAs the City of Aurora's official kick-off to the holiday season, this free family-friendly event will be filled with merry-making moments and a sleigh full of fun for the entire family. Stepping off at 6:30 p.m., Santa and Mrs. Claus will usher in the holiday season with an illuminated parade filled with reindeer, elves, special...
St. Patrick’s Day Procession and Annual Irish Flag Raising Ceremony
Downtown Aurora Aurora, IL, United StatesThe ceremony will include cultural performances, a proclamation reading, the Emerald Excellence Awards presentation, and the Irish Flag’s raising. The public is invited to attend this family-friendly celebration. For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of St. Patrick’s Day Events.
Juneteenth in Aurora
Downtown Aurora Aurora, IL, United StatesWelcome to the 2024 Aurora Juneteenth Youth Summit: A DIFFERENT WORLD! Held on Juneteenth – Wednesday, June 19 from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. - the Summit will be an empowering and educational experience for young leaders in middle school and high school. The Summit will feature inspiring and informative sessions designed to help them...
Aurora Farmers Market – West
West Plaza (Aurora) 1999 W. Galena Boulevard, Aurora, United StatesThe oldest farmers market in Illinois, the Aurora Farmers Market will be beginning its' 113th season on June 1st, 2024! Every week, our markets feature fresh, locally grown fruits and vegetables, decadent baked goods and pastry items, a selection of local food trucks and vendors (including Aurora's famous Dick's Mini Donuts), delicious coffee, one-of-a-kind artisan...
Aurora 4th of July Fireworks
RiverEdge Park (Aurora) 360 N. Broadway Street, Aurora, IL, United StatesJoin the City of Aurora as we celebrate Independence Day by living up to our "City of Lights" name with a spectacular fireworks display on the evening of Wednesday, July 3rd, 2024, in downtown Aurora. Best viewing is available at RiverEdge Park (gates opening at 6:00 PM) and McCullough Park. RiverEdge Park (360 N Broadway...
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