The city of Aurora is celebrating the most wonderful time of the year with a variety of holiday activities to bring the community together and support local programs, organizations, and venues across the city. Consider getting involved and inviting your Aurora neighbors to participate. Happy Holidays from the city of Aurora!
Season of giving at the library
Sponsor a family or donate canned and nonperishable items at any library branch.
When: Nov. 3 through Dec. 5
Where: All Aurora Public Library branches
Who: All ages
How: Learn more at AuroraLibrary.org.
Winter Quilt Sale
Browse a wide selection of handmade quilted items for all budgets.
When: Tuesday, Dec. 2, noon to 7 p.m., Wednesday, Dec. 3, through Friday, Dec. 5, 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., Saturday, Dec. 6, 9 a.m. to noon
Where: Aurora Center for Active Adults, 30 W. Del Mar Circle
Who: All ages
How: Learn more at AuroraGov.org/ACAAEvents.
The Nutcracker Ballet
Enjoy a classic story that has been warming hearts for hundreds of years with Aurora Dance Arts
When: Friday, Dec. 5, at 7 p.m.; Saturday, Dec. 6, at 2 and 7 p.m.; Sunday, Dec. 7, at 3 p.m.
Where: Chaparral High School, 15655 Brookstone Drive
Who: All ages
Cost: $22
How: Tickets at AuroraGov.org/Dance.
Centennial House Open Day and Walking Tour
Tour Aurora’s oldest Fletcher-era home and enjoy hot cocoa and cookies. A special guided walking tour begins at 12:30 p.m. and explores neighborhood architecture and history.
When: Saturday, Dec. 6, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. (Walking tour at 12:30 p.m.)
Where: Centennial House, 1671 Galena St.
Who: All ages
Cost: Free
How: Register for the walking tour on Eventbrite. Drop in visits welcome during open hours.
Aurora Fox Flix: “Scrooged”
Enjoy a family-friendly screening of the holiday classic “Scrooged” as part of the Aurora Fox’s new monthly film program.
When: Saturday, Dec. 6, 2 p.m.
Where: Aurora Fox Arts Center, 9900 E. Colfax Ave.
Who: All ages
Cost: $5
How: Tickets available at AuroraFoxArtsCenter.org.
Day of the Grinch
Celebrate The Day of the Grinch with crafts, storytime, photos, hot cocoa and a screening of “The Grinch” (2018). The first 100 children receive a free book.
When: Saturday, Dec. 6
Crafts all day, Storytime and photos with The Grinch, 10:30 a.m. and 11:30 a.m., movie at 3 p.m.
Where: Tallyn’s Reach Library, 23911 E. Arapahoe Road
Who: Children and families
Cost: Free
How: Drop in. More information at AuroraLibrary.org.
Santa on the Prairie Wagon Rides (Day 1)
Take a festive wagon ride across the prairie, enjoy cocoa and cookies, and meet Santa during this magical holiday outing.
When: Sunday, Dec. 7, 9 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
Where: Plains Conservation Center, 21901 E. Hampden Ave.
Who: All ages
Cost: $10 per person; children 2 and younger are free
How: Learn more and register at AuroraGov.org/Nature.
DeLaney Historic District Open Day (Day 1)
Tour the DeLaney Farm, explore the Gully House and Round Barn, enjoy crafts and hot cocoa, and learn about Aurora’s early homestead history.
When: Sunday, Dec. 7, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Where: DeLaney Historic District, 170 S. Chambers Road
Who: All ages
Cost: Free
How: Drop in; no registration required.
SCFD Free Day at Plains Conservation Center
Explore the prairie with free wagon rides, historical tours and a live raptor presentation from HawkQuest.
When: Thursday, Dec. 11, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. (HawkQuest at 11 a.m.)
Where: Plains Conservation Center, 21901 E. Hampden Ave.
Who: All ages
Cost: Free
How: Arrive early for HawkQuest tickets. Learn more at AuroraGov.org/PlainsCenter.
Santa on the Prairie Wagon Rides (Day 2)
A second opportunity to enjoy holiday prairie rides, treats and time with Santa.
When: Saturday, Dec. 13, 9 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
Where: Plains Conservation Center, 21901 E. Hampden Ave.
Who: All ages
Cost: $10 per person; children 2 and younger are free
How: Register at AuroraGov.org/Nature.
DeLaney Historic District Open Day (Day 2)
Enjoy holiday crafts, hot cocoa and tours of Aurora’s historic homestead structures.
When: Saturday, Dec. 13, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Where: DeLaney Historic District, 170 S. Chambers Road
Who: All ages
Cost: Free
How: Drop in; no registration required.
It’s a Wonderful Life Radio Play
A nostalgic live radio-style performance of the beloved holiday classic.
When: Saturday, Dec. 13, 5:30 p.m.
Where: Aurora History Museum, 15051 E. Alameda Parkway
Who: All ages
Cost: $4 plus fees
How: Tickets at AuroraGov.org/Museum
Centennial House Open Day (Day 2)
Explore early Aurora history inside the oldest surviving home from the Fletcher era, with cocoa and cookies included.
When: Sunday, Dec. 14, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Where: Centennial House, 1671 Galena St.
Who: All ages
Cost: Free
How: Drop in during open hours.
“Elf” Movie Night and Sweater Contest
Enjoy a screening of “Elf,” holiday treats, crafts and an ugly sweater contest. Try Buddy’s maple syrup spaghetti if you dare!
When: Friday, Dec. 19, 4 p.m.
Where: Tallyn’s Reach Library, 23911 E. Arapahoe Road
Who: Kids, families and all ages
Cost: Free
How: Drop in; no registration needed.
“A Christmas Carol” — Farndale Avenue Production
The Farndale Avenue ladies return with their hilariously chaotic take on “A Christmas Carol,” featuring unexpected characters, audience participation and original musical numbers in a comedy suitable for all ages.
When: Through Sunday, Dec. 21, Fridays and Saturdays at 7:30 p.m., Sundays at 2 p.m.
Where: Aurora Fox Arts Center, 9900 E. Colfax Ave.
Who: All ages
Cost: Regular ticket prices vary; special Dec. 18 show is $15
How: Learn more and purchase tickets at AuroraFoxArtsCenter.org.
Free Teen Recreation Center Access During Winter Break
Teens can access Aurora recreation centers for free during winter break with We Are Aurora Youth. Activities and free meals are available daily.
When: Weekdays, Dec. 22, through Jan. 2, noon to 7 p.m.
Where: Moorhead, Central and Southeast Recreation Centers
Who: Teens ages 13 to 18
Cost: Free
How: Learn more at AuroraGov.org/WeAreAuroraYouth.