Kick Off Summer with First Fridays in Downtown Aurora
Press Release FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE May 30, 2025Kick Off Summer with First Fridays in Downtown AuroraLive music, local art, delicious food, and summer fun throughout the cityAurora, Illinois — Downtown Aurora welcomes summer with open arms as First Fridays lights up the city center on Friday, June 6, transforming the area into a lively celebration of community, creativity, and commerce. From 5 to 9 p.m., residents and visitors are invited to explore local shops, galleries, cafes, and community spaces
Aurora Regional Fire Museum to Host Traveling 9/11 Exhibit
Aurora Regional Fire Museum to Host Traveling 9/11 Exhibit Aurora, IL – The Aurora Regional Fire Museum is honored to host America United: The Days After 9/11, a powerful traveling exhibit arriving Tuesday, June 3. Created by the Children’s Museum in Oak Lawn, the exhibit explores the national response to the tragic events of September 11, 2001. “As we approach the 24th anniversary of that tragic day, I hope this exhibit serves as a space for reflection and conversation across generations,” said Brian
Aurora, It’s Your Business Focuses on the Impact of Downtown Businesses
Aurora, It’s Your Business Focuses on the Impact of Downtown BusinessesEpisode Four with Brian Failing, Aurora Regional Fire Museum, and Karen Nicholas, Yellow Bird Books Aurora, IL — 5/29/25 — The Aurora Regional Economic Alliance (Alliance) announces its fourth episode of Aurora, It’s Your Business, a program on Aurora Cable Television (ACTV) geared toward shining a light on the people and companies shaping the future of the Aurora region. Hosted by Kelly O’Brien, president & CEO of the Alliance,
Cocoa Crawl Mugs on Sale Nov 3
October 31, 2023 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Marissa Amoni (630) 674-2099 AURORA DOWNTOWN COCOA CRAWL ON SALE NOV 3 DOWNTOWN AURORA - Aurora Downtown will once again have mugs flowing with hot cocoa throughout downtown. The downtown organization will host the fifth annual Cocoa Crawl on December 1 as part of its popular First Fridays events. Mugs and buttons needed to participate will go on sale November 3 at select downtown locations. To participate in the hot cocoa sampling
Aurora to Host Large Day of the Dead Celebrations Throughout Downtown at First Fridays on Nov 3
November 2, 2023 For immediate release: Aurora to host large Day of the Dead celebrations throughout downtown at First Fridays on Nov 3 What: Aurora Downtown promotes a special First Fridays to celebrate Day of the Dead at First Fridays during Sugar Skull City events. Who: 30+ businesses throughout downtown participate in First Fridays, several are hosting special Day of the Dead activities Why: To celebrate the Mexican holiday of Dia de los Muertos and honor its traditions in Aurora Who Should
Trick or Treat in Downtown Aurora on OCT 28
October 25, 2023 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Marissa Amoni (630) 674-2099 TRICK OR TREAT IN DOWNTOWN AURORA ON OCT 28 DOWNTOWN AURORA - Aurora Downtown will host its annual Trick or Treat Downtown event from 1 to 3 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 28. Costumes are encouraged, and all ages and abilities are welcome. Aurora Downtown first hosted the event in 2015, and it has since become a family favorite. The free event invites families to dress up and visit 35 participating locations in downtown
Sugar Skull City in Aurora Runs Through Nov 5
October 16, 2023 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Marissa Amoni (630) 674-2099 SUGAR SKULL CITY IN AURORA RUNS THROUGH NOV 5 DOWNTOWN AURORA - In its fourth year, Sugar Skull City will turn downtown Aurora into a celebration of Day of the Dead now through November 5. The downtown will be rich with decorations and activities that surround the Mexican holiday. The annual event features a three week celebration honoring the beloved Mexican cultural tradition of Day of the Dead or Día de los
Seven Awarded Full Scholarships to Aurora Regional Chamber of Commerce's 2023 Leadership Academy
Seven Awarded Full Scholarships to Aurora Regional Chamber of Commerce’s 2023 Leadership Academy Aurora Women’s Empowerment Foundation Makes Grant Possible AURORA, IL, USA, August 18, 2023. The Aurora Women’s Empowerment Foundation—an organization which seeks to reimagine female empowerment through funding grants benefitting Aurora women and girls—announced it has awarded seven full scholarships to women in leadership roles at Aurora-area nonprofits. The scholarships are earmarked specifically for
