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Phillips Park Zoo

1000 Ray Moses Dr., Aurora, IL 60505

Zoos

See over 100 animals from 41 species.

Established in 1915, this free zoo is open daily, year round. Exhibits include bald eagles, wolves, mountain lions, foxes, otters, elk, goats, llamas, turkeys and peacocks.

In spring visit the Sunken Garden where more than 10,000 tulip bulbs bloom each year.

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Downtown Alive! Sixteen Candles at RiverEdge Park

RiverEdge Park •  Jul 17

Chicago’s all live 80s party band performing at RiverEdge Park!

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Get the Led Out at RiverEdge Park

RiverEdge Park •  Jul 18

A celebration of “The Mighty Zep”!

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Copley Comedy Series: Headliner Calvin Evans, featuring Luca Ferro

Copley Theatre •  Jul 25

Join Calvin Evans, Luca Ferro and host Tim Benker for a night of big laughs.

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