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Christmas Free Holidays

Santa at the Gazebo at Millennium Plaza in Aurora

December 02, 2023 - December 09, 2023

This event occurs weekly,
on Saturdays

Photo credit: iStock/Wavebreakmedia

Location

Millennium Plaza

21 S. Stolp Ave.

Aurora, IL 60506

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Description

Enjoy a visit with Santa Claus and you’ll receive a free download of the photo taken afterwards.

Event cost: Free

Event time: Dec. 2, 9, 2023

Additional Information

Website: https://www.facebook.com/auroradowntown/events

Age recommendation: Babies, Early Elementary (K-3), Late Elementary (4-5), Preschool, Toddlers

Neighborhood: Western Suburbs

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