Aurora Woman Grateful For Job Working With Preschoolers

Patch and T-Mobile have partnered to highlight what people are grateful for this November.

Halloween In Aurora: Trick-Or-Treating Hours, City Hall-O-Ween Planned

City Hall's annual Halloween event is also returning for the eighth annual year before trick-or-treating hours kick in.

Inaugural Filipino Flag Raising Planned In Aurora

The event will feature food sampling, an award ceremony and special performances.

Where To Pick Pumpkins In Aurora This Fall

Whether you plan to carve or just add some festive flair to your stoop, there are plenty of places to pick up a pumpkin near Aurora.

Fireworks Near Me: Aurora July 4th 2024 Events

Your guide to fireworks, parades and other July 4 celebrations in and around Aurora.

July 4th 2024 Fireworks, Events Around Aurora

Your guide to fireworks, parades and other July 4 celebrations in and around Aurora.

How To Celebrate June Pride Month In Aurora

The Pride Parade in downtown Aurora is a highlight of Pride Month in the city.

WWII Veteran To Lead Aurora Memorial Day Parade As Grand Marshal

The Navy vet and Aurora native was injured on a destroyer ship in the Battle of Okinawa, the bloodiest of the war in the Pacific.

Plan For 4th Of July Fireworks In Aurora Announced

Fourth of July weekend might be months out, but the date, location and DJ are already set for the popular fireworks extravaganza.

Parade, Flag Raising Planned To Celebrate St. Patrick's Day In Aurora

With just over a month until St. Patrick's Day, organizers are calling local organizations and businesses to sign up to walk in the parade.

Aurora To Honor Martin Luther King Jr. With Ceremony, Awards

This year, 17-year-old Ph.D. grad Dorothy Tillman and award-winning actor Tyler Lepley​ will serve as guest speakers at the MLK Day event.

Where To Celebrate New Year's Eve 2023 In Aurora

Whether you're in the mood for a boozy bash or a family-friendly fiesta, there is no shortage of options for New Year's Eve around Aurora.

New Year’s Eve 2023 In Aurora: Masquerade Ball​, Skate Party

Whether you're in the mood for a boozy bash or a family-friendly fiesta, there is no shortage of options for New Year's Eve around Aurora.

Santa Tracker 2023: When St. Nick Arrives In Aurora

Kids can pinpoint exactly when Santa and his reindeer will be making his annual trek to deliver gifts in Aurora this Christmas.

Aurora Mayor Surprises Preschoolers With Stuffed Animals For Christmas

The mayor joined Aurora police officers in handing out stuffed animals to preschoolers at East Aurora Early Childhood Development Center.

Restaurants Open Christmas Day And Christmas Eve 2023 In Aurora

Patch has curated a list of restaurants in and around Aurora that will be open on Christmas Eve, Christmas Day or both.

Letters To Santa: Aurora Girl Asks For Mom, Sisters To Be Happy

Zoey, 9, says she isn't asking for much but wants some clothes and for her mom and sisters to be happy after her grandfather's death.

Where To See Santa In Aurora This Christmas Season

Kids have several chances to chat with Santa Claus in and around Aurora this holiday season.

Where To Cut A Christmas Tree Near Aurora

If a real Christmas tree is on your wish list this year, here's a selection of great tree farms near Aurora.

9-Year-Old Who Saved Mom's Life Flips Switch On Aurora Christmas Tree

"It is fitting for Aria to light our tree this year because she is such an inspiring light in our community," city officials said.

Christkindlmarket Opens Friday In Aurora: What To Expect

The traditional candy-striped huts at Christkindlmarket in Aurora are modeled after the classic holiday market in Nuremberg, Germany.

Toys For Tots 2023: Where To Donate In Aurora

Residents can drop off new, unwrapped gifts at several locations in Aurora. They'll be delivered to children ahead of the holidays.

Festival Of Lights In Aurora: Free Display Show Kicks Off In November

Last year, more than 50,000 cars visited the Festival of Lights at Aurora's Phillips Park. The 17th annual event kicks off in 10 days.

Parade, Ceremony Planned For Veteran's Day In Aurora

City leaders will recognize the dedication of local veterans with its annual Veteran's Day parade in downtown Aurora.

Winter Lights 2023: Parade, Fireworks, Santa Visits Planned In Aurora

The free family-friendly event featuring a parade and fireworks, among other festivities, will kick off the holiday season in Aurora.

Christkindlmarket Mugs Revealed For Upcoming Aurora, Chicago Events

Christkindlmarket will operate three German-themed markets this season: one in Aurora, two in Chicago. Each features a different mug design.

About 30 Locations Slated To Join 5th Annual Cocoa Crawl In Aurora

Mugs and buttons needed to participate in the downtown Aurora crawl go on sale in just a few days.

Trick-Or-Treating In Aurora: See Planned Events For 2023 Halloween

Aurora residents are gearing up to go trick-or-treating on and before Halloween, which falls on a Tuesday this year.

Where To Pick A Pumpkin Near Aurora

Get ready for Halloween and family fun in the Aurora area by visiting these nearby pumpkin patches.

Halloween 101: How To Avoid Becoming The Haunted House Of Aurora

Taking care of your home can be scary! Tackle those household demons with professional help this fall.

Search 8-Acre Corn Maze For Craft Beer: New Abbey Farms Fall Event

Adults will weave through the corn maze to find seven tasting stations serving more than 14 samples of craft beer, hard cider and seltzer.

Christkindlmarket To Return To Aurora For 2nd Year

Christkindlmarket​ organizers are increasing the Aurora sitemap to host more than 50 vendors — as opposed to the inaugural year's 35-plus.

Trunk Or Treat Date Set By Aurora Interfaith Food Pantry

Fall festivities will soon be upon Aurora residents, and among the activities to look forward to is the pantry's free trunk or treat.

Juneteenth To Be Celebrated In Aurora With Summit, Food Distribution

The city has several activities planned leading up to and on Juneteenth, observed June 19.

Aurora To Celebrate Pride Month With Flag-Raising Ceremony Friday

Two days later, the fourth annual Aurora Pride Parade will proceed through the streets of downtown Aurora.

Aurora Dad Steps Up 'More Than Ever' Amid Challenges, Family Says

Patch has partnered with T-Mobile to shine a light on awesome dads. Aurora, meet Salvador.

Memorial Day Weekend 2023: Events, Parades In Aurora

The annual Memorial Day parade taking place in downtown Aurora is fast approaching.

Aurora Woman Is Daughter's 'Hero, Friend, Amazing Advocate'

Patch and T-Mobile are partnering to shine a light on awesome moms in the Aurora area. Meet Mary Colby!

Mother’s Day 2023 Brunch: Reserve Now In Aurora

Aurora is home to a variety of restaurants and brunch spots that would be ideal for a celebratory Mother's Day meal.

Record Store Day: List Of Stores Participating In Aurora

One store in Aurora is participating in Record Store Day, celebrated Saturday. The occasion was first celebrated in 2008.