Friday, March 20th, 2026
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
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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