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Friday, March 20th, 2026

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Good morning, Aurora. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 20th of March.

BUSINESS NEWS

  • Hollywood Casino Aurora will open on June 24 on Farnsworth Avenue near the Chicago Premium Outlets Mall to replace the downtown venue (pending state approval). The $360M project includes a 226-room hotel, sports betting, and restaurants by top chefs, and it will bring around 700 jobs.  Shaw Local

EVENTS

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  • Lyfe Jennings Live Concert

    7-11 p.m. — The Matrix Club — Ticket info available — Enjoy an evening of soulful music with Lyfe Jennings as he performs acoustic versions of his hits.

    Sat, 3/21/26

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  • Ride The Cyclone

    5:30-9:30 p.m. — Copley Theatre — Ticket availability limited — Experience an engaging theater performance in Aurora's local venue.

    Sun, 3/22/26

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  • Camping 101 Workshop

    5:30 p.m. — Camp Bullfrog Lake — Free entry — Learn essential camping skills while enjoying the beauty of nature in a picturesque setting.

    Thu, 3/26/26

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  • Riverdance Performance

    7-10 p.m. — Paramount Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Experience the vibrant fusion of Irish dance and music that has captivated audiences worldwide.

    Fri, 3/27/26

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  • Egg Hunt at Prairie Path Park

    10 AM – 1 PM — Prairie Path Park — Free entry — Enjoy a festive egg hunt with zones for kids of different ages.

    Sat, 3/28/26

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  • Ride The Cyclone

    1-5 p.m. — Copley Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Experience an entertaining theater production that’s a must-see in Aurora.

    Sun, 4/5/26

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  • 80s Vs 90s - Hairbanger's Ball B2B Mike & Joe - Spring Show

    7-10 p.m. — the PIAZZA - Aurora — Rock out to the best hits from the 80s and 90s at this fun live music showdown.

    Sat, 4/11/26

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  • Sonido Tony Mendez Live Performance

    9 p.m. — La Sierra de Aurora — Tickets available — Experience the passionate rhythms of Latin music from the renowned artist Sonido Tony Mendez.

    Sat, 4/18/26

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REAL ESTATE

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JOB BOARD

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

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