LUMENAURA is the City of Aurora government’s unique annual experience that transforms downtown Aurora into a glowing wonderland of immersive light and sound. Attendees can start at Aurora City Hall, 44 E. Downtown Place and stroll through mesmerizing art displays, interact with artistic soundscapes, and enjoy a magical, family-friendly adventure,
Calling all Swifties (and non-Swifties too)! Downtown Batavia is set to sparkle Friday, Oct. 3 from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. with the Showgirl Lantern Walk, a Taylor Swift–themed evening blending music, shopping, and community spirit. Visitors can kick off their evening at Wilson Street Mercantile (222 E Wilson St.)
Dueling barbershop mixed choruses faced off in “A Capella Palooza” Sunday, Sept. 21. The event took place at United Methodist Church of Geneva. Included were individual chorus performances, combined performances, and three quartets: Four Card Monty, Just Like Dad, and Second Opinion. Second Opinion members, John Schultz, Dave Mouri, Dave
Acclaimed pianist Orion Weiss will join the award-winning Elgin Symphony Orchestra to open its 76th Season Saturday, Oct. 11 at 7:30 p.m. and Sunday, Oct. 12 at 2:30 p.m. at The Hemmens Cultural Center, 45 Symphony Way, Elgin. The season opener features George Gershwin’s Concerto in F, Howard Hanson’s Symphony
Fox Valley Brass Band will open its 2025-2026 concert season at 3 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 19 at Wesley United Methodist Church, 14 N. May Street in Aurora Themed “FVBB Goes to the Theater,” the concert will feature selections from soaring Puccini and Verdi operas to musicals of Rodgers and Hammerstein
The Village of Montgomery invites the community to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with a high-energy bilingual concert, frozen custard with local police, and family fun Thursday, Sept. 18 in Montgomery Park, 301 N. River Street. The park will open at 5:30 p.m. to the public, concert will begin at 6:30
Batavia Park District’s favorite beer tasting event will return to the Peg Bond Center, 151 N. Island Avenue at Batavia Riverwalk Saturday, Sept. 20 from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m.. VIP entry is at 1 p.m.. Tickets are $12.51, designated driver; $55.20, regular admission; $71.21, VIP admission. Gather your friends
Magical Starlight Theatre, a Naperville Park District program, is holding auditions for its January 2026 production of “Shrek” Saturday, Sept. 27 and Sunday, Sept. 28. Youth actors currently in the fourth grade or higher, as well as adult actors are welcome to audition for lead roles, supporting roles or the
Alley Art Festival will fill downtown Aurora with artists for its 15th year from noon to 5 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 30. The free arts festival will bring approximately 100 local artists to the area near City Hall to showcase their work. The popular, grassroots art festival will be staged on
The Naperville Jaycees’ Last Fling will take place August 29 through September 1 in downtown Naperville, near the intersection of Jackson Avenue and Eagle Street. The event will have many bands playing on the main stage while attendees can have fun with a plethora of fun activities for the whole
Single tickets are set to go on sale August 21 for the award-winning Elgin Symphony Orchestra’s 76th Season Classics Series, to open the weekend of October 11-12 with a vibrant program featuring Carlos Simon’s “Motherboxx Connection,” Howard Hanson’s Symphony No. 2, and George Gershwin’s jazz-infused Concerto in F with guest
The eighth annual Moose-a-Palooza Music Festival and Fundraiser will take place from 1 p.m. to 9 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 23. Doors will open at 12:30 p.m. at Batavia Moose Lodge, 1535 South Batavia Avenue Batavia. This year we are bringing back fan favorites and more. All net proceeds help the
The city of Aurora is grappling with widespread budget constraints. While final numbers are not yet confirmed, members of the Aurora Civic Center Authority (ACCA) have been advised that previously communicated municipal support could be reduced by up to 65%. This change comes after the group committed to 2026 programming
For over 15 years, the City of Aurora and the Aurora Civic Center Authority (ACCA) have shared an important vision: Revitalizing downtown Aurora through inclusive, family-friendly entertainment. Both the City and ACCA believe that the arts are vital to Aurora’s long-term development, growth, and identity. This shared vision and partnership
Geneva’s beloved free, family-friendly Shakespeare in the Park event will return Saturday, Aug. 2 at Island Park. Goodly Creatures Theatre will perform the comedy “Much Ado About Nothing.” The play will start at 6 p.m. and runs about 90 minutes without intermission. Seating will begin at 4 p.m.. Guests should
Tunes filled Batavia Public Library Sunday, July 27. Misty River Music Makers, a Batavia-based women’s a cappella ensemble, kicked off the library’s five-part summer/fall “Sundays On Stage” series. In an hour-long concert, about 20 members of the group performed favorites ranging from “In the Good Old Summertime” to “Under the
The Village of Montgomery invites the public to the first Concert in the Park of 2025 at Montgomery Park, 301 N. River Street, Thursday, July 17, featuring the high-energy party band Disco Circus. This free community event promises an unforgettable summer evening of live music, great food, and family-friendly fun.
The 15th Annual Plano American Legion Car Show will be Sunday, July 20, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.. Registration is 9 am until noon, dash plaques to the first 100 entries, awards at 3 p.m.. Food available for purchase (burgers, hot dogs, chips). —Linda Oleson
Naperville Park District is partnering with the DuPage Hispanic Alliance (DHA) to bring live Latin music and cultural dance to Naperville at “Latin Rhythms on the Riverwalk” Saturday, July 26 from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. at the Paddleboat Quarry Rentals patio, near the downtown area at 441 Aurora Avenue.
A Summer Concert “Welcome to our Rodeo,” will be held on in the Park fundraiser will be held by 100 Girls Like Us, Inc., an Aurora nonprofit Saturday, July 19, from 2 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. at Greene Field Park, 774 W. Illinois Avenue, Aurora. The public is invited. Admission
