Freedom and resilience. Those are the themes of this year's Aurora Juneteenth Celebration. Omar Montgomery, President of the Rocky Mountain State Conference NAACP, shares a special message about the event.

VIOLET
Music by Jeanine Tesori
Lyrics and Book by Brian Crawley

Directed by Ben Raanan

co-produced by Phamaly Theatre Company

Based on “The Ugliest Pilgrim” by Doris Betts 

The NAACP and the city are teaming up for Aurora's annual Juneteenth celebration. It takes place Saturday, June 20, 2026, from 1 to 6 p.m. at Restoration Christian Fellowship at 15660 E. 6th Ave.

Safe, adequate and well-maintained infrastructure is essential to the city’s economic health and impacts every resident’s quality of life.

Aurora is truly “The World in a City,” and nowhere is that more apparent than at Aurora Fest, the city’s signature event showcasing international cultures.

The East Colfax BRT (Bus Rapid Transit) project is coming to Aurora. There'll be two events happening on May 1, and you're invited to both. The first is the groundbreaking for the work in Aurora. It takes place at 10 a.m.

AuroraTV is making improvements behind the scenes to elevate the viewer experience.

Friday, Oct. 10
8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Aurora Center for Active Adults

Speak Up, Shape Up: Older Adult Town Halls

Adults 50+, we want to hear from you! Join a relaxed and welcoming forum where we can build something great—together!

Aurora Mini-Con returns Saturday, Sept. 27!

Aurora Mini-Con is a free, family friendly festival featuring comics, cosplay, all things pop culture and unforgettable memories.

Party for Pollinators

When: Saturday, June 21, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Who: Celebrating pollinators big and small!

Where: Aurora Water-wise Garden at the Aurora Municipal Center, 15151 E. Alameda Parkway

5th grade students from Canyon Creek Elementary School in Aurora remind us all how important it is to save water.

Music at the Movies is new for 2025!  It's a collaboration between the former Summer Jam concert series and Park Lights and Movie Nights.

Global Fest is Saturday, June 14, at the Aurora Municipal Center. 

Aurora's 2025 Spring Activity and Summer Camps Guides are here! Be sure to register early to be entered to win exciting giveaways!

We Are Aurora Youth is providing free recreation center access and free meals on weekdays during winter break.

The Aurora Center for Active Adults (ACAA) is celebrating is 45th anniversary. Residents are invited to an open house celebration on Jan. 10, 2025.

Tuesday, Dec. 3, 2024
5-7 p.m.
Aurora Municipal Center

Join the city of Aurora for Fall Into Fun 2024. It takes place Saturday, Oct. 19, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Aurora Municipal Center (15151 E. Alameda Parkway). Admission is free!

Aurora Public Library is providing nearly all services remotely with their new mobile app.  You can manage your account, find events at your local branch, read e-books and listen to e-audio, and much more.

We’re thrilled to unveil a milestone season filled with powerful stories, heart-pounding musicals, and side-splitting comedies that will keep you on the edge of your seat.

Aurora Mini-Con is a free, family-friendly festival featuring comics, cosplay, all things pop culture and unforgettable memories.

CHILD CARE AT CENTRAL RECREATION CENTER

All five golf courses in Aurora offer Kids Golf Free daily after 2 p.m. until the time change in the fall. For more information please contact the golf shops. 

• 17 and under with paying adult

Volunteer for the Prairie Restoration project at Plains Conservation Center

Explore Colorado’s high plains at the annual Agriculture Festival!

The City of Aurora is converting low-use areas to water-wise native grasses in an effort to save millions of gallons of water.

Gamers unite at the eSports Summer Bash! Join us on Friday, May 24 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Expo Community Center for a smashing good time!