When I walk through the shortgrass prairie at the Plains Conservation Center I am transported back in time to a place where people naturally and effortlessly understood their relationship to the living world; they embraced it and were one with it.

The City of Aurora’s Prairie Restoration Project has won the Colorado Parks and Recreation Association’s Columbine Award for Programming, as announced at the organization’s annual Awards Reception held Thursday night in Vail.

2025 Aurora Amateur golf tournament at Meadow Hills Golf Course on Aug. 21, 2025 in Aurora. Colo.

Tis the season for leaf-peeping. The city of Aurora is a hidden gem for viewing fall colors around the metro area.

Halloween at the Aurora Center for Active Adults

Older adults in Aurora, ages 50 and older, are invited to provide their feedback about recreation programs they would like to see throughout the city at a series of town halls. Speak Up, Shape Up is an initiative created by Peirce Elsberry, a recreation specialist for the city.

Come nerd out at Aurora Mini-Con, a free pop-culture celebration

Trick or Treat Nature Trail ticket are officially on sale, join us on Oct. 25 and 26!

Tara and Cait Vigil sitting in a classroom at Village Green Preschool

Emerald Ash Borer (EAB), an invasive pest known to cause extensive damage to ash trees, has been confirmed in the city of Aurora.

Looking for ways to soak up everything fall has to offer in Aurora without breaking the bank? Check out these eight free activities designed to help you enjoy the season to the fullest: