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Phillips Park Zoo

1000 Ray Moses Dr., Aurora, IL 60505

Zoos

See over 100 animals from 41 species.

Established in 1915, this free zoo is open daily, year round. Exhibits include bald eagles, wolves, mountain lions, foxes, otters, elk, goats, llamas, turkeys and peacocks.

In spring visit the Sunken Garden where more than 10,000 tulip bulbs bloom each year.

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First Fridays Aurora

Stolp Island •  Oct 03

First Fridays is a collective downtown open house with offerings of art, music, and more.

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Aurora Farmers Market at Water Street Square

Water Street Square •  Jun 07 – Oct 04 @ 8AM

Celebrate summer 2025 at Illinois’ longest-running farmers market! Enjoy fresh local produce, baked goods, food trucks, artisan goods, coffee, and Aurora’s famous Dick’s Mini Donuts every…

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Pumpkin Daze @ Abbey Farms

Abbey Farms •  Sep 20 – Oct 26

Your one-stop shop for fall family fun!

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