Aurora, Colorado City Hall

12/06/2026

In this week’s This is Aurora newsletter: Experience a world of flavors with updated Aurora Eats guide and at Aurora Fest; Visit the historic Coal Creek Schoolhouse this summer; City of Aurora seeking its next Poet Laureate; And much more! Read the latest issue at https://conta.cc/49O7kbR

[Image Description: Meal of hot wings with text "Aurora Eats. Refreshed Guide. New Flavors."]

12/06/2026

Get ready for Aurora Fest!
The fun begins at 3 p.m. at the Aurora Municipal Center.
More information is at the event page: AuroraFest.org
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¡Prepárate para Aurora Fest!
La diversión comienza a las 3 p.m. en el Centro Municipal de Aurora.
Más información disponible en la página del evento: AuroraFest.org
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12/06/2026

Southbound Chambers Road south of Hampden Avenue will have one lane closed 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. weekdays only from June 15 to July 10, from 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. weekdays only from July 13 to Dec. 10, and from 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. weekdays only from Dec. 11 to Feb. 10, due to a city project to replace sidewalk infrastructure. Find out more about the city's Missing Sidewalks Improvements Project at AuroraGov.org/MissingSidewalks.

11/06/2026

Get ready to ride and shine this year on Bike to Work Day by swapping four wheels for two Wednesday, June 24.

Way to Go—a program of the Denver Regional Council of Governments—is presenting Bike to Work Day. Register now at BikeToWorkDay.co to be entered into a drawing for tickets to “The Sound of Music” at the Buell Theater, among other prizes.

The city is participating this year by hosting a breakfast station on the High Line Canal near the trail underpass on the west side of Chambers Road, just northeast of the Aurora Municipal Center. Stop by on your bike for a free beverage and breakfast burrito (sponsored by Bicycle Aurora) from 6:45 to 9 a.m.

Also in Aurora, stations will be available from 6 to 9 a.m. on the Anschutz Medical Campus in front of the Fitzsimons Building, 13003 E. 17th Place, at Bonfils Court/Food Truck Park; and from 6:30 a.m. to 7 p.m. at Hardt Family Cyclery, 2302 N. Dayton St., in partnership with Mishap Coffee and Second Dawn Brewing Co.

More information and station locations are available at BikeToWorkDay.co.

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11/06/2026

Dirt bikes are not allowed anywhere in Aurora. If it goes faster than 28 miles per hour, has a motor over 750 watts, and doesn't have functional pedals - it's not allowed. Learn more at www.auroragov.org/DirtBikes - including about what kind of bikes ARE allowed.

11/06/2026

Aurora Fest is this Saturday (June 13)!🌎
Get ready for the event with a look at some performances and food options in this week's Aurora Now: https://www.auroratv.org/video/aurora-now-special-get-ready-aurora-fest

[Image description: Hawaiian dancer blows a conch. An ice cream cone held in front of the camera. An image of Nigerian food. Dancers performing in the lobby of the Aurora Municipal Center.]

10/06/2026

Experience “The World in a City” at Aurora Fest 🌎

This free, family-friendly summer festival and the city of Aurora’s signature event will take place from 3 to 10 p.m. Saturday, June 13, on the Aurora Municipal Center Great Lawn, 15151 E. Alameda Parkway.

Enjoy two stages with more than 20 live performances, 46 merchandise vendors, 29 food trucks and stalls with dishes and treats from around the world. A special drone show will celebrate the country’s and state’s milestone birthdays, along with animations honoring Aurora.

Don’t forget to visit Central Library and the Aurora History Museum during the festival to enjoy more Aurora Fest-related programs and activities.

Learn more about this exciting event at AuroraFest.org.

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10/06/2026

Hockey Without Boundaries Summer Development Leagues is offering weekly training sessions at Central and Moorhead recreation centers. Players ages 11 to 17 can participate in team-based scrimmages, standings and end-of-session championship play. The best part is that this program is completely free.

Learn more and register at AuroraPROS.org/HWB.

09/06/2026

If you have thought about buying a business but don't know where to start, this virtual webinar might be exactly what you need.

Facilitated by the Aurora-South Metro Small Business Development Center, "Fired Up: I Want to Buy a Business!" is a comprehensive, two-hour workshop exploring why business acquisition can be a low-risk path to entrepreneurship. Topics will include why buy a business, where to find a business, the acquisition process, what is due diligence, financing options and free one-on-one advising.

This virtual webinar is scheduled from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Wednesday, June 17 (link will be provided after registration is complete). The cost is $60. To register, visit https://tinyurl.com/vt35ph8c

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08/06/2026

Be weather aware today! The US National Weather Service Denver/Boulder Colorado is predicting severe storms across northeast Colorado this afternoon and evening, with the potential for very large hail.

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A few severe storms will be possible across northeast Colorado this afternoon and evening. Isolated to scattered storms are expected to develop along the I-25 Corridor by mid afternoon and quickly intensify, and then move east across the plains through early evening. Very large hail expected from any severe storms, although some will produce high wind and a threat of tornadoes. Stay weather aware and have multiple ways to receive warnings. If storms approach your area, move your car to a garage if time permits to do so safely.