Featured Events in Aurora in July, 2025 (July Updated)

Zero-Proof & Unbothered presents: A Speakeasy Summer We’re two sober folks on a mission to bring better booze-free options to the community — because pop and water just don’t cut it. Come sip with us atZero-Proof & Unbothered presents: A Speakeasy SummerFriday, July 18 | 7PM–10PM | Club X Indoor Golf (15230 Yonge St, Aurora)Tickets include 1 handcrafted mocktail + snacks — additional mocktails available for purchase.We’ll be playing games all night long — with prizes up for grabs (and maybe a little Prohibition trivia for good measure).Speakeasy-inspired fits encouraged — dress to impress!Early bird: $20 until July 1 | $25 afterDM us or email zeroproof00@outlook.com with your name and number of tickets to reserve your spot. Information Source: eventbrite

Do you want information on how to become an Aurora Police Officer? Join the Aurora Police Department’s Recruiting Unit for an informational and physical fitness seminar. Bring your family, friends, or anyone who has questions regarding becoming an Aurora Police Officer. This is a casual event, registration is recommended. Please wear comfortable clothing and running shoes when arrive. Please arrive before 10 A.M. Questions? Please email Officer Nguyen tnguyen@auroragov.org Information Source: APD Recruiting Unit | eventbrite

Learn the history of the land that today is Star K Ranch and about the plants and animals that call Aurora home. This hike is ADA accessible. History Hikes are monthly opportunities from May through October to learn about Aurora while outside. We go to relevant sites to explore topics from sod houses to military history. Each event is about 60-90 minutes with content written for adults. Information Source: Aurora Museum Foundation | eventbrite

Reid Hettich for Ward 1 Aurora City Council! You are cordially invited to an intimate Reid 4 Aurora fundraiser event. Join Reid on Saturday, July 19, 2025 at 10:00 a.m. at Jubilee Roasting Co. to learn about his campaign platform, why it is crucial for him to win the Ward 1 city council election, and how a campaign contribution from you can help Reid reach more voters by election day! Support with the following levels of support: -$25 funds outreach materials and flyers. -$100 supports community events where Reid can meet and listen to residents. -$300 amplifies Reid's online presence, reaching more voters across social media. -$450 organizes larger gatherings for Reid to discuss the future of Ward 1. ( Maximum contribution allowed ) Thank you in advance for considering a campaign contribution and we look forward to seeing you on July 19th at Jubilee Roasting Co! For more information about Reid 4 Aurora please visit the campaign website and video library by clicking on the following links: https://www.reid4aurora.com and https://www.youtube.com/@Reidforward1 . Information Source: Reid 4 Aurora | eventbrite

This is a great hands-on learning opportunity for the animal and nature lovers. Kids will learn to take care of farm animals, collect chicken eggs, learn to saddle a horse and ride him, do a scavenger hunt and so much more! *Rain or shine *Tickets are non-refundable and not-exchangeable Here is what you need to know for your visit: Timed entry tickets - All zoo visitors need to reserve a timed entry ticket in advance. Please see below for more detailed information. No refunds - Refunds will not be provided. However, you may transfer one time only to another available date and time 3 days in advance before your original ticket time. Transfers must be completed prior to your reserved entry time. You are unable to transfer tickets after your original reserved date and time has passed. Weather - The zoo is an indoor and outdoor facility open rain or shine. Please come prepared for all types of weather. Tickets will not be refunded for inclement weather. Most animals are inside the barn. gem mining extra, please visit our website and click on the Gem Minig tab to see prices. w ww.partyatthebarn.farm Ticket Details: Tickets are required for kids. Select your arrival time -online timed ticket must be presented for each child in your group for entry into the zoo. **The event runs for the specified time only to accommodate the next group * ** If you show up late for your purchased time slot, you can only stay for the time slot that was purchased. example: If you purchased time 1 pm to 2 pm, you cannot stay past 2pm, because of other events on the farm. * ***This is a working farm. there will be mud, animal droppings and farm related activities. Please dress appropriately. Information Source: Party at the Barn | eventbrite

Enjoy the vibrant display of wildflowers that bloom throughout the Arboretum during the summer months. Join us for a guided, family-friendly walk along the trails, where you’ll learn about some of the common native and introduced plant species. Keep an eye out—we might spot a few busy pollinators along the way, too! In partnership with Aurora Community Arboretum. Information Source: Aurora Public Library | eventbrite

Bitcoin Mining Welcome to the Bitcoin Mining event! Join us at the Bitcoin Mining location for an exciting day of learning and networking with fellow crypto enthusiasts. Whether you're a seasoned miner or just getting started, this event is perfect for anyone interested in the world of cryptocurrency. Don't miss out on this opportunity to dive into the world of Bitcoin Mining and discover the latest trends and techniques. See you there! Information Source: eventbrite

Hello Little Monsters! Welcome to the celebration of fierce glamour and fabulous talent at Drag Me To Brunch Lady Gaga Edition! Get ready to be captivated by dazzling performances, electrifying energy, and the iconic hits of the Queen herself. From "Bad Romance" to "Born This Way," our talented queens will take you on a journey through Gaga's most unforgettable moments. So grab your mimosa, unleash your inner monster, and prepare for a brunch experience that’s nothing short of legendary! Let’s dance, sing, and celebrate the art of drag in true Gaga style! The theme for this month: Lady Gaga PLEASE READ ALL OF THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION BEFORE PURCHASING AS THERE ARE NO REFUNDS: - No outside food or drinks To keep things smooth and enjoyable, we kindly ask that no outside food or drinks be brought into the venue. Our security team will be checking bags to help us maintain a fun and safe environment for everyone. - Tables are arranged in the order tickets are bought... If you buy tickets and your friends buy tickets separately, you will not be seating together. You will be seated in 2 separate tables. In other words, if you want to seat with a group, you must buy tickets together. THE EVENT Lady Gaga: Saturday, July 26, 2025 (11 am – 2 pm) at El Jefe Leña y Mar located at 1271 N Lake St. in Aurora IL 60506. Our venue has ample parking available. RESERVATIONS Reservations can be made ONLY by purchasing a ticket on Eventbrite. You must be 21 and older. Tickets for admission are $25 per person. Ticket sales are not refundable for no-shows and incomplete groups. If someone from your group can’t make it, we retain the $25.00 entrance fee per each person missing and reserve the right to re-arrange your table to accommodate walk-ins and people on our waitlist. Please note: This $25 fee only covers admission to the show. Meal + 2 drink minimum purchase will be required per person. Separate checks will not be allowed. 18% gratuity will be added to all tables. Eventbrite charges an additional transaction fee. Tables will be arranged by groups in the way tickets are being purchased. To guarantee a spot with your group, tickets must be bought together. Scam alert! Following the success of our previous shows, some scamming has emerged. Be sure to ONLY PURCHASE TICKETS through Eventbrite. It is the only trusted site. Fake social media accounts and unofficial sites are out to get you! No transferring of tickets is allowed so do not buy tickets from anyone out there. THE SHOW You are in great hands! Our Queens will shine with their Charisma, Uniqueness, Nerve, and Talent! MUSIC DJ Marvin Coronel SERVICE Provided by our amazing team of hosts, servers and bartenders at El Jefe THE MENU Quesabirrias, tacos, chilaquiles and more! El Jefe prides itself in offering not only a fantastic drag show, but also offering an amazing brunch where you order what you wish! Quality vs Quantity folks! We don't do bottomless packages. Be prepared to try some of our signature dishes as you drink, cheer and bounce off your seat! THE DRINKS Mimosas are cool, but Tequila and Mezcal are what we do best! Cantaritos, cazuelitas, margaritas and beer buckets will be available so get both of your hands ready to toast! To see a full list of our drink menu, please visit: www.eljeferestaurant.net/menu QUESTIONS? Have other questions about the event? We’d love to help! Contact us at dragmetobrunchateljefe@gmail.com Information Source: El Jefe Leña y Mar | eventbrite

Album Covers will present " Axis: Bold As Love " by the by The Jimi Hendrix Experience at The Venue in Aurora on Sunday, July 27 th . DOORS = 6pm | SHOW = 7pm ~ Advance Admission ~ Premium Reserved Seating = $25 General Admission = $20 ~ Day of Show ~ Additional Door Charge = $5 ~~~~~~~~~~ ⭐ Axis: Bold As Love ⭐ In 2025, Album Covers will be playing all three albums by The Jimi Hendrix Experience at The Venue starting with the classic, Axis: Bold As Love. Axis: Bold As Love is the second record from The Jimi Hendrix Experience . Containing such hits as Little Wing , Castles Made Of Sand , Spanish Castle Magic as well as the title track, Hendrix continued to evolve within the public’s consciousness. The Experience was right along with him for the ride. This is the second of three offerings that Album Covers brings this year in its look at The Jimi Hendrix Experience. John San Juan and Packy Lundholm will be back with Scott Tipping bringing this record to the stage as well as a second set of assorted timeline related Hendrix goodies. ~~~~~~~~~~ ~ The Venue is brought to you by Fox Valley Music Foundation , dedicated to local music awareness, education and preservation. Find out more at themusicvenue.org ~ TICKETS: We strongly recommend that you avoid buying tickets for our shows from any third parties. We will be unable to honor tickets purchased anywhere other than our website through Eventbrite or at our Box Office. ~~~~~~~~~~ Information Source: The Venue Aurora | eventbrite

Step into the past and explore the rich history of Aurora, Ohio, through the lens of its historic homes. The Aurora Historical Society is proud to present the Aurora Historical Home Tour, an immersive journey into the architecture and stories that shaped this picturesque town. This event offers attendees a unique opportunity to delve into the past, guided by knowledgeable docents who will share hidden gems about homes and their former inhabitants. Scheduled for July 12, 2025, the Aurora Historical Home Tour promises a delightful exploration of four homes, each with its own distinctive charm and historical significance. Among these treasures are five residences on S. Chillicothe and the Ebenezer Sheldon Deed House. To ensure an enriching experience for all, the Aurora Historical Society invites both members and guests to take part in this memorable event. Tickets for the Aurora Historical Home Tour are available at a presale price of $25, with tickets priced at $30 on the day of the event. Secure your spot early and embark on a journey through time. During and for one hour following the tour, attendees are invited to unwind and mingle at a wine and cheese reception hosted by the Aurora Historical Society. This gathering provides an opportunity for participants to reflect on their experiences, exchange stories, and deepen their appreciation for Aurora’s past. Join us as we celebrate Aurora’s history and uncover treasures hidden within its historic homes. Whether you’re a history enthusiast, an architecture aficionado, or simply curious about the town’s legacy, the Aurora Historical Home Tour promises an unforgettable voyage through time. Mark your calendars, gather your friends and family, and embark on a journey to ignite your imagination and kindle your appreciation for Aurora’s timeless allure. Information Source: Aurora Historical Society | eventbrite

Welcome to our farm, where our playful animals happily roam around you. Visit Bunnyville to pet and snuggle our soft, little bunnies! If the weather is terrible some bunnies will be inside the barn waiting for pets and snuggles! Have you ever hand fed an Alpaca? Now is your chance! It’s a place where you can see our silly goats and hug a fluffy chicken! Where you can hand feed kangaroos and Emu and enjoy a pony ride! Love surprises? Mine for gems and see what you find! (weather dependent) Enjoy the day on the farm in Aurora at Party at the Barn! Kids are $15 and u to 2 adults are FREE with each paid child admission! If it's just adults, it is $15 per adult. SAVE! Buy online, ticket rates at the door are $5 higher than online. Ticket availabilityis NOT guaranteed at gate for walk-uppurchases. We’re looking forward to seeing you at party at the barn petting zoo! Here is what you need to know for your visit: Timed entry tickets - All zoo visitors need to reserve a timed entry ticket in advance. Please see below for more detailed information. No refunds - Refunds will not be provided. However, you may transfer one time only to another available date and time 3 days in advance before your original ticket time. Transfers must be completed prior to your reserved entry time. You are unable to transfer tickets after your original reserved date and time has passed. Weather - The zoo is an indoor and outdoor facility open rain or shine. Please come prepared for all types of weather. Tickets will not be refunded for inclement weather. Most animals are inside the barn. Pony rides $5 per lap Animal feed $3 per large cup $1 per carrot gem mining extra, please visit our website and click on the Gem Minig tab to see prices. www.partyatthebarn.farm Ticket Details: Tickets are required for kids and up to 2 adults are free with a paid child admission. If it's just adults, it is $15 per adult. Select your arrival time -online timed ticket must be presented for each child in your group for entry into the zoo. *The event runs for the specified time only to accommodate the next group *If you show up late for your purchased time slot, you can only stay for the time slot that was purchased. example: If you purchased time 1 pm to 2 pm, you cannot stay past 2pm, because of other events on the farm. *We have the right to cancel and refund for any reason. *This is a working farm. there will be mud, animal droppings and farm related activities. Please dress appropriately. Information Source: Party at the Barn | eventbrite

Join us for a fun time playing Catchball in the park. No experience needed. Just bring your running shoes and a bottle of water. Information Source: Catchball Toronto | eventbrite

Celebrate July 4th weekend with a Freedom Run! Kick off the weekend with a fun 5K, 10K, or Half-Marathon with friends and family! Overview: Run will sell-out QUICK! We will close off waves the moment they fill up. If waves are sold out, you can sign-up for the virtual run option or wait list. This is a smaller, private group run with a cap per wave. All paces and ages (under 18 with guardian) are welcome - Run or Walk! There's no equipment or setup, this is a pure run with our coordinators to support you in a warm, stress-free setting! When you sign-up, we give you the support you need to help you achieve your goals and fitness. We also invite you to be part of our local run clubs that supports your fitness journey. Timing: - Timing is Optional: You may track your time on an app (Strava, RunKeeper, Nike Run, etc) and submit your times with our easy form to be posted online. Or you can ask our coordinators to help keep track of your time. - No timing chips (This is a stress free run to support you in achieving your goals)! What You Get (Swag Bag) : - Running T-Shirt (Shipped to the address you register with - US only) - Finisher's Towel or Giveaway - Finisher's Medal! - Digital Training Pack - Online Results & Certificate of Completion - Invitation to Join one of our Local Running Clubs - We now have Technical Running Shirts (Optional). These lightweight, moisture wicking shirts can be upgraded for just $5 more. Packet Pickup: No hassle of picking up packets required! -Swag shipped direct to your address (Please make sure you provide your full, correct US mailing address including apartment number and check spelling) - Race bibs are provided on race day When will I get my Swag? You will get your shirt at your mailing address the week of your race. Race Updates: We will email you a final update the Wednesday before the race with final details and course maps. Do you accept last minute registrations? (For those signing up 2 weeks before the race) Yes, but please note that it takes time for us to ship your shirt. Your shirt will likely arrive after the run. You can wear any shirt you find appropriate to run the race! Wave Times: (Email Us Your Desired Wave Time: info@thebestraces.com ) (Waves filled on a First Come, First Serve Basis) Wave A: 7:30AM Wave B: 8:00AM Wave C: 8:30AM Late runners can run upon arrival (Please note our coordinators stay 3 hours after the first wave) Are there any other Questions we missed? https://www.thebestraces.com/faq/ Virtual Run Option: - Our Virtual Run uniquely offers a Training Pack with Digital Tools to support your run. Virtual runs can be done any time and place of your choosing using any tracking device (optional). After you finish, you can submit your results to info@thebestraces.com to receive your medal! Race Bundle: Sign-up for more races and get a discount! Sponsorships & Promoting your Business: If you're looking to become a sponsor, we'd love showcase your business! https://www.thebestraces.com/events Team Glo Volunteers: If you're interested in helping put on runs for the Community and helping people achieve their goals, we invite you to join our team of volunteers, fill out the form here: https://www.thebestraces.com/volunteer-form/ Be part of the Journey! Our Charity Initiatives. Find out more @ www.thebestracesjourney.com Keep running. Every mile you log after the race, we'll donate $1 to one of the charities we work with! (Note that Fundraising is Optional) Information Source: The Best Races | eventbrite

Do you want information on how to become an Aurora Police Officer? Join the Aurora Police Department’s Recruiting Unit for an informational and physical fitness seminar. Bring your family, friends, or anyone who has questions regarding becoming an Aurora Police Officer. This is a casual event, registration is recommended. Please wear your PT clothes when arrive. Water and snacks will be provided. Please arrive before 6 P.M. Questions? Please email Officer Nguyen tnguyen@auroragov.org Information Source: APD Recruiting Unit | eventbrite

The Venue is proud to present the Chris Knight with special guest Joe Stamm on Thursday, July 10th . DOORS = 7pm | SHOW = 8 pm ~ Advance Admission ~ Premium Reserved Seating = $35 General Admission = $30 ~ Day of Show ~ Additional Door Charge = $5 ~~~~~~~~~~ ⭐ CHRIS KNIGHT ⭐ “It’s hard to know how people are gonna react,” Chris Knight says of Almost Daylight , his ninth album and first new recording in over seven years. “I’ve written songs about a lot of different things going all the way back to my first record, and some folks still think ‘somebody kills somebody’ is all I write about. Maybe that’s why I was bound and determined to get these particular songs on this album. If people like them, then we’ll be fine. But I wasn’t gonna do it any other way.” For the past 20 years, Chris Knight has only made music his own way. He’s released eight acclaimed albums, played thousands of electrifying live shows and built generations of fervent fans from Texas honky-tonks to Manhattan rock clubs. He’s been hailed as “the last of a dying breed...a taciturn loner with an acoustic guitar and a college degree” ( The New York Times ) and “a storyteller in the best traditions of Mellencamp and Springsteen” ( USA Today ). Bottom line, he’s hard-earned his reputation as one of America’s most uncompromising and respected singer/songwriters. And now with Almost Daylight , Knight delivers the most powerful – and unexpected – music of his career. Almost Daylight is very much a Chris Knight album, familiarly featuring vivid pictures of rural characters, desperate men and hardscrabble survivors. At the same time it’s unlike anything Knight has done before, with formidable testaments to compassion, redemption and even straight-up love. It’s an album both tough and tender, as bare-knuckled as it is open-hearted. “I do think there’s a cohesiveness to this album,” Knight explains in his thick Kentucky rasp.“The title is key, I suppose. Through all these songs, you could find a theme about seeking shelter.” Produced, mixed and mastered by Grammy-winner Ray Kennedy – best-known for his 30+ year creative partnership with Steve Earle as well as producing Chris’ Enough Rope (2006) , Trailer II ( 2009) and Little Victories (2012) albums – Almost Daylight also sounds like no other Knight record, with scorching guitars by Georgia Satellites founder and two-time Knight album producer Dan Baird, rich background vocals by Chris Clark, Siobhan Kennedy and Lee Ann Womack, and deeper instrumentation than ever before. “Chris had been playing some of these songs on the road and started developing ideas before we got to the studio,” Kennedy says. “He and I talked about keeping the Appalachian factor with banjo, fiddle, harmonica and mandolin where it felt right. It was significant that Dan was involved, as he’s the man who can play guitar with the right feeling for Chris. The background vocals really brought the fire, and this lead to ideas for piano, Hammond B-3, accordion and Wurlitzer electric piano. Everything evolved from the performance of each song and I let the songs dictate what they needed in order to evolve into an album.” “I was determined not to do any acoustic songs on this album,” Chris explains. “I wanted it all to sound edgy and raw, but to feel big at the same time. We kept trying different approaches until I felt we landed on what worked. The thing is, some of my songs might take a year of writing before I even think they’re ready for recording and I fretted about every one of these. I’ve never put a cover song on any of my records before, but there are two covers on this one. And I think it all fits together pretty good.” The album opens with “I’m William Callahan”, a defiant roar fueled by equal parts pride, memories and searing guitar. “Crooked Mile” is classic Knight, a piercing take on outsiders bound by love, while the poignant “Send It On Down” is a plaintive plea for salvation. There are tales of small-town despair (“I Won’t Look Back”), ominous rural menace (“Trouble Up Ahead”) and melancholic break-ups (“Everybody’s Lonely Now”). Chris’ cover of Johnny Cash’s “Flesh And Blood” – which originally appeared on the Dualtone 2002 tribute album Dressed In Black – is a poignant interpretation of Cash’s ode to devotion. The plainspoken positivity of “Go On” is one of Knight’s most life-affirming songs, while “The Damn Truth” is a ferociously clear-eyed look at our current cultural divide. The title track might be the most unexpected Knight song of all, an unapologetic paean to the power of love. “That’s probably my favorite song on the album,” Chris says, “because it’s closest to the truth.” He then quickly adds with a laugh, “I’m killin’ people with love now.” The album closes with yet another surprise; a joyfully raucous duet between Knight and longtime fan John Prine on Prine’s 1973 classic “Mexican Home”. “I love that song, but it took me 15 years to find a way to do it,” Knight says. “I kept playing around, changing the vocal key and finally landed on the spot. I’ve been singing it my kitchen table for the last few years, and when we were down to the last song, I knew this should be it.” With the release of Almost Daylight , this native son of Slaughters, Kentucky (population 238) is eager to get back on the road and perform these songs for the faithful. Meanwhile, the singer/songwriter who was originally inspired by the likes of Prine and Earle now finds himself influencing a new generation of artists who revere Knight’s idiosyncratic talent and attitude. “There’s all kinds of different ways to make music, but this is the way I chose to do it,” Chris says. “If I don’t have something worth saying I’m not opening my mouth, which is probably why I took seven years to make this album.” And for an artist who has always defied expectations, Chris Knight’s next chapter indeed feels like the dawn of a new day. “I haven’t suited everybody, but every time I get a new fan it tells me I’m doing something right,” he says. “I think my previous records have set a precedent, if only for me at the very least. I just want people to think this one stands up to everything else I’ve done.” ~~~~~~~~~~ ⭐ JOE STAMM ⭐ Joe Stamm offers distinct storytelling mixed with a signature Black Dirt Country Rock sound – a sound that Stamm defines as “a nod to our Midwestern roots, as well as the Red Dirt music scene, which has had a big influence on our music.” “There’s a sinewy, rootsy texture to his inflections, always evocative and drenched in a rock ‘n roll spirit.” -- B-Sides & Badlands From playing in middle-of-nowhere dives to being named Peacemaker Fest’s 2023 “Emerging Artist of the Year,” Joe Stamm Band has earned the grit and stage presence to support artists like Chris Knight, Whiskey Myers, Shane Smith and the Saints, and more. It’s the same rough-edged outlaw spirit from their early days that JSB brings to any stage and every audience today. ~~~~~~~~~~ ~ The Venue is brought to you by Fox Valley Music Foundation , dedicated to local music awareness, education and preservation. Find out more at themusicvenue.org ~ TICKETS: We strongly recommend that you avoid buying tickets for our shows from any third parties. We will be unable to honor tickets purchased anywhere other than our website through Eventbrite or at our Box Office. ~~~~~~~~~~ Information Source: The Venue Aurora | eventbrite

Welcome to Locally G.R.O.W.N. Cafetón con Ron Fundraising Event for Simply Destinee! Join us at Two Brothers Roundhouse , Sunday, July 13th for daytime party where café meets reggaeton beats . With a focus on less alcohol, more coffee and plenty of dancing, this FAMILY-FRIENDLY event promises a lively atmosphere with fresh brews, Roundhouse savory bites and Latin favorites played by live DJs. Join us for this meaningful initiative to raise funds for suicide awareness and mental health healing. Let's come together to make a difference and enjoy a fun evening surrounded by good company. Your participation will help us achieve our goal and positively impact the community. Don't miss out on this opportunity to contribute while having a great time! Information Source: Simply Destinee | eventbrite