Aurora Fourth of July parade 2026
Representatives from Valley Sheltered Workshop (VSW) participate in Aurora’s Fourth of July in the downtown.
Diabetes Club of Fox Valley to benefit from Joliet Slammers ‘Dan Jakusz Night,’ August 1; DCFV’s ‘Meet & Great’ at Aurora Farmers Market, July 11
By Russ George The Diabetes Club of Fox Valley will hold it’s July “Meet and Greet”, organized by media chairperson, Ann McBride, to expose our Club and our mission, Saturday, July 11, at the Aurora Farmers Market, from 8 a.m. to noon, 65 S. Water Street, in downtown Aurora. Plan
Aurora Lions Club vision screenings July 11
Aurora Lions Club will offer free youth vision exams for children ages six months to 16 years old, from 10 a.m. to 2 pm. Saturday, July 11 at Family Focus’ back-to-school fair at 1444 N. Farnsworth Ave., Aurora. The public is invited. Registration is not required. Walk-ins are welcome. Trained
Batavia Windmill City Festival July 10-12
Batavia’s Windmill City Festival will be full of excitement, entertainment, and community fun Friday, July 10 at 5 p.m., and will run through Sunday, July 12, at 6 p.m. at the Batavia Riverwalk. Additionally Batavia’s Boo Boo Days celebration, will take place at the same times as the festival throughout
American Legion Post 84 meeting July 11
The next Roosevelt-Aurora American Legion Post 84 membership meeting will be Saturday, July 11, at 8 a.m., 1677 Montgomery Road, Suite #106-108, Aurora. Participation helps keep our Post strong, and we welcome both familiar and new faces. — Roosevelt-Aurora American Legion Post 84
Aurora Fourth Fireworks Rescheduled
Following storms on the Fourth of July The Aurora fireworks show at RiverEdge Park and McCullough Park will be rescheduled to Friday, July 10 at dusk. —City of Aurora government
Nicor Community Resource Fair July 9
Nicor Gas will host a free Community Connection Resource Fair from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. Thursday, July 9 at West Aurora High School – Veterans Fieldhouse, 1201 W. New York Street, Aurora. The event will run and will feature information on energy efficiency products, bill payment assistance support, career
Oswego Police to introduce Blue Envelope Program
The Oswego Police Department is proud to partner with The Autism Hero Project to introduce the Blue Envelope Program to Oswego. This initiative is designed to enhance communication and promote safer interactions between law enforcement officers and individuals on the autism spectrum or who may have other communication differences. “This
Libro Latino Fest at Aurora Public Library July 19
Books have the power to connect us and expand our ways of thinking. But for an up-and-coming author, one of the biggest challenges is getting their book into the hands of your intended audience. Sunday, July 19, the Aurora Public Library District is helping aspiring authors with our first ever
Yorkville Library youth events in July
The Yorkville Public Library Youth Service Department will have many events in July. All events will take place at the Library, 902 Game Farm Road, unless otherwise noted. For more information, or to register, call 630-553-4354 or visit www.yorkville.lib.il.us. •Art with Averin, Wednesday, July 15, 2 p.m., grades 1-6.Join us
Sugar Grove Corn Boil July 23-26
The Sugar Grove Corn Boil is proud to announce the return of its iconic summer festival, July 23–26, at Volunteer Park, 61 S. Main Street, Sugar Grove. This year’s celebration holds special significance because the event honors America’s 250th Anniversary with a patriotic, community-centered experience for all ages. The festival
Batavia Renaissance Garden Party
Gather friends for an inspiring summer evening of shopping, creativity, and connection at the Renaissance Garden Party, hosted by What One Woman Sees boutique Wednesday, July 16, from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the Batavia Boardwalk Shops, 114 E. Wilson St., Batavia. This one-night-only experience will transform the Boardwalk
Fox Valley Folklore Society free concert August 2
The Fox Valley Folklore Society will host a free concert presentation led by award-winning songwriter, storyteller, and cultural leader Chris Vallillo Sunday, Aug. 2 at 3 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. at Tobias Music, 5013 Fairview Ave., Downers Grove. In this program, Chris Vallillo performs a wide range of material, starting
Lords Park Summer Concert July 13
The Summer Concert will features The Outset Trio and will include music by composer Mark O’Connor, whose works combine bluegrass, country, jazz, and classical. The free concert: will be from noon to 1 p.m., Monday, July 13, at Lords Park Zoo, 325 Hiawatha Drive, Elgin. The Outset Trio has been
World Cup game viewing in Aurora: Mexico vs. England and U.S. vs. Belgium
The City of Aurora and RiverEdge Park, 360 N. Broadway in downtown Aurora, will have for two more free World Cup Viewing Parties Sunday, July 5 and Monday, July 6! Watch the action live on the big screens, bring your friends, blankets, and bag chairs, and get ready for two
Oswego Grand Old Flag exhibit to celebrate U.S. 250th
Oswego’s Little White School Museum workers, Bob Stekl, left, and Stephanie Just, unravel a rare 1840s-vintage 28-star “Great Star” pattern flag which will be on display Friday, July 3, at the museum, 72 Polk Street, Oswego.
16th Annual Race to End Homelessness
The 16th Annual Race to End Homelessness is back! This three-hour karting enduro is your opportunity to gather your race team of 4-6 drivers in support of DuPagePads’ mission to end homelessness. This year’s race includes up to 15 teams racing for the most-completed laps and highest fundraising total Saturday,
Aurora Independence Day Extravaganza
The City of Aurora government is set to celebrate America’s 250th birthday in style with the annual Fourth of July Fireworks Show, featuring the 6050s Band, and Fourth of July Parade. The City’s Fourth of July Fireworks Celebration will take place Friday, July 3, from 6 p.m. to 9:45 p.m..
Ring in the Fourth at Tanner House Museum
The Aurora Historical Society will hold its 59th annual Independence Day celebration on the grounds of its Tanner House Museum, corner of Oak Avenue and Cedar Street from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, July 4. This is a free, family-oriented event. As the Nation celebrates its 250th birthday, the
Naperville fourth fireworks
The annual Naperville Community Fireworks Show, will take place at Frontier Sports Complex, 3380 Cedar Glade Drive, Saturday, July 4 at 9:30 p.m.. Before the fireworks show, the Naperville Municipal Band will perform at 7:30 p.m. under the Wagner Pavilion at 95th Street Community Plaza, next to 95th Street Library.