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Saturday, November 22nd, 2025

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Good morning, Aurora. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 22nd of November.

CULTURE NEWS

  • Holiday events bring cheer to the region as Chicago’s official Christmas tree was lit on November 21 near Michigan Avenue and the Christkindlmarket opened in Aurora then on November 21. Residents can celebrate today at the Mag Mile Lights Festival with a parade and fireworks, and upcoming events include ZooLights at Lincoln Park and Illumination at the Morton Arboretum continuing into January—festivities that offer many ways to enjoy the season.  NBC Chicago

EVENTS

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  • Naperville Noon Lions Turkey Trot 5K 2025

    8 AM — Naperville Central High School — Registration required — Run fast and eat later at this fun Thanksgiving-themed 5K.

    Thu, 11/27/25

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  • Holiday Express - Sensory-Friendly Night

    5-8 p.m. — Blackberry Farm — $10 — Celebrate the holidays with a sensory-friendly experience aboard the Holiday Express.

    Fri, 12/5/25

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  • Hot Cocoa with Anna & Elsa

    1:30-2:15 p.m. — Blackberry Farm — $15 — Enjoy a magical hot cocoa party with Anna and Elsa, including sing-alongs and photo ops.

    Sat, 12/6/25

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  • Mini Christmas Tree Workshop

    10:30-11:30 a.m. — The Growing Place Garden Center — $40 — Create your own tabletop-sized Christmas tree arrangement with fresh winter greens and embellishments.

    Sat, 12/13/25

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  • Dennis O'Brien's Christmas Show

    7:30-9:00 p.m. — The Venue — $25-$30 — Experience a high-spirited musical celebration with classic covers and holiday tunes to kick off the season.

    Sat, 12/20/25

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  • The Polar Express Movie Screening

    10 a.m. — Paramount Theatre — $1 at the door — Experience a magical journey to the North Pole with a heartwarming holiday classic.

    Mon, 12/22/25

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