Friday, October 3rd, 2025
Good morning, Aurora. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 3rd of October.
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Indivisible DuPage is organizing protests on Oct. 18 as part of a national No Kings effort, including a demonstration in Aurora where locals aim to support fair elections and counter federal actions — nearby cities like Joliet, Bolingbrook, and Elgin are also set to hold events. Shaw Local
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Ultimate Holiday & Designer Sale
1 PM — Galena Randall — Free entry — Discover stylish wardrobe items and holiday essentials at this unique sale.
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Fall Fest and Auto Show
6 p.m. — Lebanon Park — Fun for all ages — Celebrate autumn with a car show, food trucks, and festive activities.
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Motown Nation at Lumenaura
6 PM — Aurora Downtown — Experience the magic of a glowing wonderland filled with immersive light and sound.
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Diwali Celebration: The Festival of Lights
6-8 p.m. — Eola Community Center — Free entry — Celebrate the Festival of Lights with crafts, activities, and an interactive Bollywood performance.
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Covenant - Play
7-11 p.m. — Copley Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Experience a captivating performance at the Copley Theatre in Aurora.
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Nathan Graham Live at The Venue
8-9:30 p.m. — The Venue — $20-$25 — Experience soulful melodies and engaging storytelling from Chicago's own Nathan Graham.
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Halloween Hayride
5:00 – 6:30 p.m. — Blackberry Farm — Family-friendly activities — Dress up and enjoy a scenic hayride, s'mores, and fun at the campfire.
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Matt Schofield Live Performance
7-9:30 p.m. — The Venue — $20-$25 — Experience the virtuosity of award-winning guitarist Matt Schofield as he redefines British Blues.
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Haunted Train Ride
6:30-8 p.m. — Blackberry Farm — Ticketed event — Experience a spooky journey filled with ghosts, witches, and goblins on the haunted train ride.
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Little Mania Midget Wrestling
7:00-8:30 p.m. — the PIAZZA - Aurora — Ticket prices vary — Experience the biggest mini wrestling show with pint-sized powerhouses in the ring.
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