See you at the Park

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See you at the Park
See you at the Park
Photo by Thomas King Photography
REO SPEEDWAGON | JULY
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Photo by Thomas King Photography
ROCK THIS SUMMER
MAY 31
JULY 24
JUNE 6
Little River Band • Ambrosia • Player
Stephen Bishop • Robbie Dupree
COLOR VIBE 5K RACE
TROMBONE
SHORTY |
JUNE 20
SOULFEED SMOOTH JAZZ FESTIVAL™
JUNE 13
BODEANS
JUNE 19–20
19TH ANNUAL BLUES ON THE FOX
SUMMER LINE-UP
All concerts held at the John C. Dunham Pavilion
JULY 25-26
PUERTO RICAN HERITAGE FESTIVAL
JULY 31
DARYL HALL & JOHN OATES
Royal Southern Brotherhood • North Mississippi Allstars
Moreland & Arbuckle • Otis Taylor Band • Mavis Staples
Trombone Shorty & Orleans Avenue
AUGUST 7
JULY 3
AUGUST 15
AURORA’S JULY 4TH CELEBRATION
JULY 5
DOWNTOWN ALIVE!
Maggie Speaks & Catfight
SING-A-LONG FROZEN: THE MOVIE
SACRED HEART ANNUAL
FESTIVAL & CONCERT
AUGUST 21
JULY 10
EARTH, WIND & FIRE
SMASH MOUTH, TOAD THE WET SPROCKET
GET THE LED OUT: LED ZEPPELIN TRIBUTE
AUGUST 22
with special guest Tonic
SEPTEMBER 5
JULY 17
The Mahones • The Ploughboys • Brendan Loughrey
DOWNTOWN ALIVE!
One of These Nights: Eagles Tribute & Cowboy Jukebox
MADE POSSIBLE BY:
ROCK THE YACHT
JULY 18
FOX VALLEY IRISH FESTIVAL
SEPTEMBER 13
FIESTAS PATRIAS
REO SPEEDWAGON
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MAY 31
COLOR VIBE 5K RACE
MAY 31 7:30 a.m.
The Color Vibe 5K isn’t just about crossing the finish
line – it’s about how colorful you get along the way.
As you run through scenic Downtown Aurora, along
the gorgeous Fox River and end up in RiverEdge Park,
you’ll be blasted with vibrant color powders that
make tie-dyeing so yesterday. Families are welcome.
There are limited spots available, so sign up now!
Registration: $30 – Deadline: May 30, 2015
Price listed is per person and includes the following:
Entry into the Color Vibe 5K Race
Color Vibe Race Bib
Color Vibe Color Pack
TO REGISTER, go to www.thecolorvibe.com/aurora.php
Registration is NOT available through the Paramount/RiverEdge
Box Office or website. Please use the above Color Vibe link.
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HIROSHIMA | JUNE 6
JUNE 6
SOULFEED
SMOOTH JAZZ FESTIVAL
™
JUNE 6 4 p.m. | Gates Open: 3 p.m.
Calling all smooth jazz fans: this one’s for you. Kick
back and relax on the River at this year’s SoulFeed
Smooth Jazz Festival.™ Produced by SoulFeed Smooth
Jazz Festival,™ the fest is celebrating its 7th season of
top-notch jazz artists, and this year they’re pulling out
all the stops. Featuring mind-blowing performances
by Grammy-nominated world-jazz group Hiroshima,
master smooth saxophonist Walter Beasley and local
favorites Mambo Express, as well as an appearance by
former WNUA radio personality Denise Jordan Walker,
this year’s SoulFeed is the best yet. And here’s
something really cool: it’s all for a good cause.
A portion of proceeds from this year’s festival
will fund the Willis H. Payne Jr. Scholarship,
a program supporting broadcast journalism
education. Listening to some of the best
smooth jazz artists of all time right on the
gorgeous Fox River – there’s no better way
to kick off your summer. TICKETS: $40.
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JUNE 13
BODEANS
JUNE 13 8 p.m. | Gates Open: 7 p.m.
There’s a reason The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame
Museum has a permanent display honoring these
Midwest natives. Back in the 80s, the BoDeans
blended the grit of American roots music with
the upbeat elements of pop, creating a sound that
caught the attention of both superstars and music
fans around the country. Since then, the BoDeans
have brought their unstoppable live talent on tour
with legends like U2, The Pretenders and David
Bowie. They’ve released Top 40 tunes like “Good
Things,” “Stay” and their smash hit “Closer to
Free.” And their brand new album I Can’t Stop is
already rocking around the world. More than 30
years after their first album hit the airwaves, the
guys are bringing that awesome party vibe you
know and love to RiverEdge Park.
TICKETS: $25 through May 31. $40 starting June 1.
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MAVIS STAPLES | JUNE 20
JUNE 19 & 20
19TH ANNUAL
BLUES ON THE FOX
JUNE 19 & 20
Blues on the Fox is a 19-year Aurora tradition,
and this season, it’s bigger than ever. From
Friday, June 19 to Saturday, June 20, RiverEdge
Park becomes home to the hottest blues artists
– and you’re invited to the party. It’s a weekend
of cold beer, smokin’ music and a damn good
time, all while overlooking the gorgeous Fox
River. Whether you’re a Blues on the Fox regular
or you’ve never been to the Park, get ready for
this year’s festival to rock your summer.
TICKETS:
$10 per day through May 31.
$20 per day starting June 1.
Children 12 and under are admitted free as long as they are
accompanied by an adult 18 years of age or older.
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ROYAL SOUTHERN
BROTHERHOOD
JUNE 19 7 p.m. | Gates Open: 6 p.m.
NORTH MISSISSIPPI
ALLSTARS
JUNE 19 9 p.m.
What do you expect when you take screamin’
Luther and Cody Dickinson, sons of legendary Memphis
guitar, weave it together with The Neville Brothers’
producer Jim Dickinson, were born and bred in the
soulful funk and drench it all in a smokin’ hot
heart of the country blues scene. When they decided to
pot of Southern blues-rock? The result: Royal
make music on their own, they took the Southern sound
Southern Brotherhood. It’s no wonder guitar
of their childhood, doused it in rock and topped it all
legend John Hiatt said these five rockers “are not
off with the mind-blowing musicianship of a jam band,
a band – they’re an extravaganza.” With blues in
creating a brand of blues-soaked rock like none other.
their hearts, white-hot talent in their blood and
Their 2000 debut album Shake Hands with Shorty blew up
New Orleans in their roots, The Soul of the South
the blues charts, scoring them a Grammy nomination
is kicking off Blues with an outright party.
and the attention of A-list musicians everywhere.
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MORELAND & ARBUCKLE
JUNE 20 3 p.m. | Gates Open: 2 p.m.
Kansas natives Moreland & Arbuckle have the
grit of The Heartland in their blood, their souls
and their blues rock style. Just ask a few of the
iconic artists they’ve hit the road with: ZZ Top,
Buddy Guy, George Thorogood… the list goes on.
With Aaron Moreland’s shredding guitar, Dustin
Arbuckle’s piercing lyrics and serious wailing on
the harmonica, and Kendall Newby on the drums,
the powerhouse trio takes the phrase “roots rock”
to the next level, filling that classic American style
to the brim with blues, country and soul.
JUNE 19 & 20
OTIS TAYLOR BAND
MAVIS STAPLES
The blues are all about storytelling, and there ain’t
To say Mavis Staples was born to the blues would be
no storyteller like Otis Taylor. Born in Chicago and
an understatement. Her father was a blues-and-gospel
Trombone Shorty grew up in New Orleans’
raised in Colorado, this guy has seen it all. When
guitarist who filled their Chicago home with the rich
Treme’ neighborhood. By the age of six, he
he first got his hands on a banjo as a kid, he learned
sounds of the Mississippi Delta. When their family
was a bandleader and by 18 he was touring
to musicalize both the good and the bad, and the
band, The Staples Singers, first hit the airwaves in
the world as part of Lenny Kravitz’ horn
rest is history. Since then, Otis Taylor has mastered
1953, Mavis began her unstoppable reign as one of
section. He, along with U2 and Green Day,
the guitar, mandolin, harmonica and, of course,
the most influential names in music, and she’s still
played the post-Katrina re-opening concert
banjo, crafting his own blues meets psychedelic
at it. For over six decades, this legend has infused
at the Super Dome where he brought tens of
rock, drenched in country style that The New Yorker
everything she does with the soul, grit and power of
thousands of fans to their feet. He’s performed
dubbed “Velvet Underground Railroad.” Experience
the blues. She’s defied genre boundaries, injecting the
on five continents, at the White House and the
for yourself why Guitar Player Magazine calls Otis
blues into R&B, jazz and Americana – and winning
Grammy Awards, blending jazz, funk, blues
Taylor “the most relevant blues artist of our time.”
Grammys and legions of fans along the way.
and rock into one unforgettable sound.
JUNE 20 5 p.m.
®
TROMBONE SHORTY
JUNE 20 7 p.m.
& ORLEANS AVENUE
OFFICIAL RADIO STATION:
JUNE 20 9 p.m.
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JULY 3
AURORA’S JULY 4TH CELEBRATION
SACRED HEART
JULY 3 Park Opens: 3 p.m.
ANNUAL FESTIVAL & CONCERT
JULY 5 Event Hours: 10 a.m.– 7 p.m.
It’s a full day of family fun, food and
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music celebrating the rich culture of Latin
America, and it all benefits Aurora’s own
Sacred Heart Parish. This year’s fest will
feature tons of vendors offering traditional
Hispanic items and clothes, endless
We’re getting the 4th of July party started a day early
everything from Top 40 chart toppers to classic hits
authentic Latin-American food options
in Aurora. With patriotic music, a cool breeze off the
to memorable movie scores, with a few fun surprises
and great games for the kids. When the
Fox and free admission for the whole family, there’s
thrown in the mix. And after the orchestra’s last note
afternoon rolls around, the RiverEdge
no better place to celebrate America’s 239th birthday
rings through the warm summer air, the Aurora sky
Park stage fills with some of the area’s
than at RiverEdge Park.
bursts with a magical fireworks show sure to delight
biggest and brightest Hispanic bands.
both the young and young-at-heart.
Spend your Sunday at the Park having a
The full Aurora American Legion Band kicks off
this day of celebration. Founded over 75 years
ago, this band of fun-loving patriotic players are
local favorites, playing a variety of songs including
American standards, heart-pounding marches,
contemporary tunes and more. Then, the Fox Valley
Orchestra takes the stage. With over 60 members,
this talented group has been known to play
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ADMISSION IS FREE
American Legion Band: 6:15 p.m.
Fox Valley Orchestra: 7:45 p.m.
City of Aurora Fireworks: approximately 9:30 p.m.
IMPORTANT: Coolers, food and drinks are welcome, but
NO ALCOHOL is allowed in the Park. Food and drink vendors
will be open during the concerts.
blast, listening to cool music and giving
back to the Aurora community.
TICKETS: Before Noon $5. After Noon $10. Children
under 12 Free. Tickets only available on day of event
at gate.
Please visit RiverEdgeAurora.com for a full
list of entertainment.
SMASH MOUTH | JULY 10
JULY 10
SMASH MOUTH, TOAD THE WET SPROCKET
WITH SPECIAL GUEST TONIC
JULY 10 7 p.m. | Gates Open: 6 p.m.
It’s not summer if you don’t have a backyard bash, so let’s do summer right.
You bring the blankets, the lawn chairs and the party vibe; we’ll bring the
music, the beer and the sunset. This is the party of the season, and it’s all
happening at your backyard away from home.
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First, musical powerhouse Tonic starts the night off with a bang. Their
rock-n-roll style drove their monster hit “If You Could Only See” to become
the #1 most-played rock song of 1997, and they’re still cranking hits out
today. Then 25-year rock vets Toad the Wet Sprocket take the stage. What
started off as a band jokingly named for a Monty Python sketch became one
of the most well-recognized alt-rock groups, and these guys are bringing
the laid back rock style to Aurora. Finally, surfer-meets-garage-band rockers
Smash Mouth heat up the Park with a set of everyone’s favorite summer
jams. With countless hits like “All-Star,” “Walkin’ On The Sun” and their
awesome cover of “I’m a Believer,” these guys are
the epitome of warm weather music. Get your
summer on at the party of the season.
TICKETS: $30 through May 31. $45 starting June 1.
VIP PACKAGES: $80–$120.
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ONE OF THESE NIGHTS & COWBOY JUKEBOX
JULY 17 Gates Open: 6:30 p.m. | Cowboy Jukebox: 7:30 p.m. | One of These Nights: 9 p.m.
If you hear the word “weekend” and think kicking
shootin’ style, and they’ll have you up and dancing
back in a lawn chair, grabbing a cold one and
the second they hit the stage. Then Eagles tribute
jamming to your favorite tunes with family and
band One of These Nights takes the stage, and
friends, then you’ve got to be at the Park for
their name says it all – they’ll make it a night you’ll
Downtown Alive! Aurora’s concert series has
never forget. These guys are known across the
become a summer highlight here in the City of
country for their high-energy tribute to one of the
Lights, and the musical acts lined up this year keep
greatest bands of all time – and they really run the
the tradition goin’.
gamut when it comes to the Eagles’ catalog, playing
We’re starting things off with some Nashville
favorites, so polish off your cowboy boots and
throw on those Daisy Dukes. The dudes and darlin’
of Chicago’s Cowboy Jukebox are bringing your
favorite country hits to life with their straight
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everything from massive hits like “Hotel California”
and “Take It Easy” to the deep cuts. It’s a Friday
night party filled with non-stop music at the Park,
and you don’t want to miss it.
TICKETS: $1 through May 31. $3 starting June 1.
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JULY 18
REO SPEEDWAGON
JULY 18 8 p.m. | Gates Open: 6 p.m.
When Chicago-bred REO Speedwagon launched into
the rock scene, they changed the musical landscape
forever. Their explosive 1980 record Hi Infidelity rocked
the #1 spot on the charts for an incredible 15 weeks,
gave music fans some of the greatest rock songs ever
like “Keep On Loving You” and “Take It On The Run,”
and is now certified platinum nine times over. And
they didn’t stop there. Since Hi Infidelity, REO has
released many albums, each blowing the minds of
rock-n-roll fans around the world. With over 40 million
records sold to date, these guys are musical legends.
But it’s not just their stellar album sales that make REO
Speedwagon one of the biggest names in rock music.
Their live shows have gone down in history as some of
the most electric performances of all time. And here’s
something really cool: with their love for playing live
and their Midwest work ethic, REO hasn’t taken a year
off from performing yet. That means these guys are
masters of the stage, and they know how to entertain.
TICKETS: $30 through May 31. $45 starting June 1.
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JULY 24
ROCK THE YACHT
LITTLE RIVER BAND • AMBROSIA • PLAYER • STEPHEN BISHOP • ROBBIE DUPREE
JULY 24 8 p.m. | Gates Open: 7 p.m.
Yacht Rock originated on the coast of California, so we’re bringing that 1979
beach party vibe to the Park: the awesome music, the cold beer, the breeze off
the water – it’s all at Rock the Yacht (and hey, at the Park, there’s no sand to get
into uncomfortable places). Featuring five of your favorite bands from years
past, this rockin’, feel-good show brings your summer soundtrack to life.
When Robbie Dupree kicks off the night with his Top 10, pop-rock smash
“Steal Away,” the whole Park will be jamming, and Stephen Bishop keeps
the party going with his chart-topper “On and On.” Then it’ll be a full-Park
sing-a-long when Player takes the stage for their #1 hit “Baby Come Back.”
Their friends Ambrosia bring on the love with their 1978 Top 10 hits “How
Much I Feel” and “You’re the Only Woman.” Finally, Little River Band cools
off the Fox River with “Cool Change” and whisks you back to your favorite
summers with “Reminiscing.”
It’s a night of nothing but hit-after-smash-hit from the best pop-rock bands of
the late 70s and early 80s, and they’re all live, right on the RiverEdge Park stage.
Don’t miss the show that has people singing in line before the gates even open.
TICKETS: $20 through May 31. $35 starting June 1.
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JULY 25 & 26
AURORA PUERTO RICAN
HERITAGE FESTIVAL
PUER T O
RIC A N D AY
PA RLYA2D6E!
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JULY 25 & 26
It’s a two-day festival celebrating the rich
heritage of Puerto Rico. Put on by the Aurora
Puerto Rican Cultural Council, the weekend
features endless food vendors offering wonderful
cuisine, domino competitions, traditional folk
music, Puerto Rican bands, a kids’ play area,
novelty vendors, Puerto Rican craftsmanship
vendors and non-stop fun. And don’t forget to
take in the sights and sounds of the Puerto Rican
Day Parade on Sunday, July 26. The Parade starts
at Noon from Benton and Broadway Street.
SATURDAY: 11 a.m. – 9 p.m.
SUNDAY: 1 p.m. – 9 p.m.
TICKETS: $5. Children 5 & under FREE. Tickets only
available at the gate on the days of the Festival.
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JULY 31
DARYL HALL & JOHN OATES
JULY 31 8 p.m. | Gates Open: 6 p.m.
If there’s one thing every generation can agree
on, it’s the awesomeness of Hall & Oates – and
this summer, they’re headed to the Park. With six
number one singles and six certified platinum
albums, Daryl Hall & John Oates are literally the
most successful rock duo in history. Their Philly
soul-meets-rock style is smooth, their melodies
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JULY 31 8 p.m. | Gates Open: 6 p.m.
are timeless and their catchy hooks from hits like
“You Make My Dreams,” “I Can’t Go For That”
and “Rich Girl” will make you get up and dance.
Hot off their 2014 induction into the Rock & Roll
Hall of Fame, Daryl and John are headed to
Aurora for a night of everyone’s favorite classics,
right on the Fox River.
TICKETS: $50 through May 31. $60 starting June 1.
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AUGUST 15
DOWNTOWN ALIVE!
MAGGIE SPEAKS & CATFIGHT
AUGUST 7 Gates Open: 6:30 p.m. | Catfight: 7:30 p.m. | Maggie Speaks: 9 p.m.
The talented ladies of Catfight have a reputation of turning every venue they
play into a massive party. So grab a beer, get ready to sing along and have
some serious fun when Catfight kicks off the night. Then Chicago favorite
Maggie Speaks rocks the Park by bringing your music library to life right
before your eyes… and ears. Their huge repertoire includes five decades of
songs, including everything from 50s favorites to Top 40 hits you heard last
week, and their unstoppable energy is totally infectious. With their seamless
transitions from pop to rock, country to hip-hop and everything in between,
Maggie Speaks is ready to fill the RiverEdge air with the soundtrack of your
life. TICKETS: $1 through May 31. $3 starting June 1.
Rush Copley, BMO Harris Bank, Pepsi, Gerald Kia, Fox Valley Park District,
Waubonsee Community College, Sikich, McDonald Modular Solutions, All Around Pumping,
Paramount Fence, Fox Valley Subway, Jimmy John’s, Advanced Disposal, Banana Split,
EarthMover Credit Union
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CATFIGHT
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SING-A-LONG
AUGUST 15 Gates Open: 6:30 p.m. | Pre-Show Activities: 7:15 p.m. | Movie: 8 p.m.
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Disney’s Frozen shattered records, won a few Academy Awards and
introduced the world to one of the greatest songs in cinema history. Now
get ready to sing along to this incredible movie that’s fun for the whole family. It’s
the story of sisterhood and snowmen, royalty and reindeer and, most importantly,
true love appearing in the ways you least expect. The Frozen fun starts with
games for the kids, Anna and Elsa costume contests and tons more. Then, when
the sun goes down, young and old will sing along to “Do You Want to Build a
Snowman?”, “Love Is An Open Door” and, of course, “Let It Go.” Bring your kids,
friends, neighbors, friendly neighborhood snowman… oh, just bring everyone.
This event is FREE to the public, thanks to the generosity of the Dunham Fund.
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AUGUST 21
“They didn’t just do their
Zep homework… they’re
teaching the class.”
GET THE LED OUT
THE LED ZEPPELIN TRIBUTE
AUGUST 21 8 p.m. | Gates Open: 7 p.m.
Experiencing Get the Led Out is the closest you’ll
get to seeing Jimmy, John, Robert and John Paul
back on stage. The six talented rockers have made
it their mission to bring songs from Zeppelin’s
legendary albums like Led Zeppelin I-IV, Physical
Graffiti and In Through the Out Door to life… and
they’re totally explosive. After all, there’s a reason
rock journalists say Get the Led Out “didn’t just
pass Zeppelin 101 with flying colors – they’re
working on their Ph.D. They didn’t just do their
Zep homework – they’re teaching the class.”
TICKETS: $5 through May 31. $15 starting June 1.
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AUGUST 22
EARTH, WIND & FIRE
AUGUST 22 8 p.m. | Gates Open: 6 p.m.
They bring the Earth, Wind and Fire, and the Park
brings the water. What happens when you combine
all these elements? A night on the Fox River you’ll
never forget. With seven Top 10 singles like their
1975 #1 hit “Shining Star,” multi-platinum albums
(we’re talking certified quintuple platinum albums
here) and six Grammys, these guys make up one of
the best-selling bands in history. And if that wasn’t
enough, their biggest fans are musical geniuses like
Miles Davis, Dionne Warwick and Quincy Jones.
It’s going to be tough to stay in your seat when their
feel-good blend of pop, funk, R&B and soul starts
playin’, so get up, let your spirit fly and groove the
night away with Earth, Wind & Fire.
TICKETS: $30 through May 31. $45 starting June 1.
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SEPTEMBER 5
THE MAHONES
FOX VALLEY IRISH FESTIVAL
SEPTEMBER 5 Park Opens: 3 p.m.
The 2 Annual Fox Valley Irish Fest is
the biggest Irish party the Chicago
suburbs have ever seen. There’s
a little Irish in all of us – come
celebrate the food, drink, music and
spirit of the Emerald Isle at the Park.
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Emerald Isle to life. After his powerful, heartfelt
renditions of traditional Irish songs made him a
There’s something for the whole family at Irish
local celebrity in his hometown, Brendan followed
Fest. There’s a huge children’s play area filled with
his passion for music across the Atlantic – and
crafts, games and a freckle contest; Irish beer will
things have never been the same. From his
be flowing; tons of cool vendors offering authentic
first gig in a Nashville pub to opening for Bruce
Irish food and more. Then, when the sun starts to
Springsteen, Chuck Berry and Sting, Brendan has
go down over the green hills (ok, hill) of the Park,
entertained thousands of people around the world
three of the best Irish bands light up the night.
with his cool, modern spin on classic songs from
Starting the nighttime entertainment is Brendan
Loughrey. Hailing from County Donegal, Ireland,
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this guy knows how to bring the sounds of the
the Motherland.
Then the Ploughboys take the stage. When
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these guys started out, they were just a couple of
their own record label, Whiskey Devil
talented buddies playing St. Patrick’s Day house
Records. And to top it all off, these
parties. Since then, they’ve turned their passion
guys are known to have a good time.
for traditional Celtic music into a huge traveling
When they hit the RiverEdge Park stage,
Celebrate the sound, culture and taste of Mexico
house party, becoming one of Chicago’s favorite
you’ll see what we mean. And heads up,
at Fiestas Patrias. From the delicious food and the
Irish bands along the way. And not only will they
parents: The Mahones are known to use
variety of musical acts to the children’s play area,
perform their massive catalog of traditional Irish
some pretty unique lyrics in their songs.
there’s something for everyone at this fun festival
tunes, The Ploughboys will take the RiverEdge Park
The kids are welcome to stay for their
right on the Fox River. Experience the rich heritage
stage to play your favorite hits from the Beatles,
set, but please keep in mind: there will
of Mexico at Fiestas Patrias – don’t miss this cool
BoDeans, Paul Simon and more – all with a cool
be some colorful language.
event. ADMISSION IS FREE
TICKETS:
Through May 31: Ages 15 and up $5
Starting June 1: Ages 15 and up $10
14 and under $5 in advance and day of event
Kids 2 & under FREE ADMISSION
Please visit RiverEdgeAurora.com for more details.
Celtic twist.
Finally, it’s only fitting to have a band formed
on St. Patrick’s Day bring us home for Irish Fest.
Since their 1990 inception, The Mahones have
been rocking stages around the globe with their
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unique brand of Irish rock, blending modern and
traditional Irish instruments with a heavy dose of
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punk rock flavor. They’ve risen through the ranks
of the punk scene, skyrocketing to the top of the
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charts with their 2010 album The Black Irish. Since
then, their song “Paint The Town Red” has been
featured in the Academy Award-winning film The
Fighter; they’ve headlined their own tour through
30 countries worldwide; and they’ve launched
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PLAN YOUR VISIT
WEATHER POLICIES
Concerts take place rain or shine, unless conditions
endanger the safety of artists and the public.
Concertgoers may call the RiverEdge Park WeatherLine at
630-723-2480 to check the status of a concert if inclement
weather is pending. If inclement weather prohibits the
headlining act from performing, the concert may be
delayed until conditions, which have prohibited the
concert, have passed and the stage has been set.
Refunds will not be issued due to weather unless the show
is canceled in its entirety due to extreme circumstances,
which involve evacuating the audience and/or the
headlining performer completing fewer than 30 minutes
of the scheduled performance.
Be prepared for extremes such as heat, wind or rain –
shelter from weather conditions is limited. Dress
accordingly, as our venue’s proximity to the Fox River
causes varying climate and temperature changes.
GENERAL INFORMATION & PARK POLICIES
All events are GENERAL ADMISSION. There will be some
limited bench seating available on a first-come, first-serve
basis. Please bring lawn-chairs, bag-chairs and blankets
for your seating. Chairs with attached umbrellas/sunvisors are allowed in Park, but umbrellas/sun-visors
are NOT allowed to be up during artist performances
— due to obstruction to other patrons. Some events will
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have a Standing Room Only section. Please see
RiverEdgeAurora.com for full details.
PARKING: Paid public parking is available for most
events in the Metra Lot, located across the main
entrance to RiverEdge Park. Additional PRIVATE
paid parking is often available in lots surrounding
the Park. Parking is also available in Downtown
Aurora, just a few blocks from the Park. Please go to
RiverEdgeAurora.com and the Plan Your Visit Section
for full details and a map.
TRAIN: RiverEdge Park is easily accessible by taking
the Burlington Northern Santa Fe (BNSF) Metra Train
Line. The Train station is located across the street from
RiverEdge Park.
ALCOHOL: Everyone wishing to purchase Alcohol must get
a wristband as they enter the Park. EVERYONE (no matter
how old you think you look) must provide a valid form of
identification to prove they are 21 or over to receive
a wristband.
SECURITY: Bags, backpacks and other items are subject to
inspection. Patrons refusing a security search will not be
permitted to enter the Park.
ITEMS NOT ALLOWED: Alcohol, firearms, coolers, cans or
glass bottles, outside food, grills, pets, audio recording
devices, professional cameras, boom boxes, bikes, in-line
skates, skate shoes, scooters, roller skates, skateboards,
pocketknives/weapons of any kind and laser pointers.
ITEMS ALLOWED: Sealed plastic bottled water, baby food
or food for persons with medical conditions (in sealable,
plastic containers), service animals and medical-related
scooters. Umbrellas may only be used during rain delays
and not during artist performances. Bag toss, frisbee and
other sporting equipment are allowed on the grass area
only. Once the show begins, you may continue to play but
move behind the grassy hill away from patrons to avoid
disruption and obstruction.
There is No Smoking inside RiverEdge Park. You may
smoke outside of designated gates. Exit and re-entry
are allowed, but a wristband is required for re-entry.
Professional photo, video or recording equipment
is strictly prohibited at all RiverEdge Park events.
The Park is Wheelchair/Handicap accessible.
Credit and Debit Cards are accepted at all RiverEdge Food
& Beverage Tents, as well as the RiverEdge Merchandise
Tent. For your convenience an ATM is located on site.
FOX RIVER
PLAN YOUR VISIT
PURCHASING TICKETS
SOUND
TOWER
LAWN SEATING
DUNHAM
PAVILION
Day of tickets are available in person at the RiverEdge
Box Office from Noon to show time. The RiverEdge Box
Office is located at Gate 2/Main Entrance. Tickets are also
available at any of the RiverEdge Entrance Gate Ticket
Booths starting 90 minutes prior to show time. RiverEdge
is located at 360 North Broadway, Aurora, IL.
CONCESSION & RESTROOMS
(FIRST LEVEL)
ROOFTOP
SKYDECK
FOOD & BEVERAGE VENDORS
GATE 2
GATE 3
BROADWAY AVENUE
(ILLINOIS ROUTE 25)
 P lease go to RiverEdgeAurora.com
for complete details on seating.
To purchase Advance Tickets in person, please visit the
Paramount Theatre Box Office at 23 East Galena Blvd,
Aurora, IL 60506. 15 minute parking is available in front
of the theater. Paramount Box Office is open Mondays–
Saturdays 10 a.m.– 6 p.m.
GATE 1
Tickets also available by calling 630-896-6666 or going to
RiverEdgeAurora.com.
*PLEASE NOTE: tickets to some events are not available through
the Paramount/RiverEdge Box Office. Please
check the
event– NORTH
RIVEREDGE
PARK
descriptions for details.
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