Aurora Special Events

Java Fest
Kick back with a cup o' joe, listen to some acoustic tunes, witness an authentic Ethiopian coffee ceremony, and more at Java Fest, the metro area's only festival dedicated to the pursuit of java nirvana. Stay tuned for the 2006 Java Fest.

KidSpree
More than 35,000 visitors come to KidSpree, Colorado's largest free outdoor festival just for children. The award-winning, two-day event transforms a 29-acre park a giant play land for kids of all ages.

Fiesta Aurora
The City of Aurora launched Fiesta Aurora in 2005 to celebrate the art and culture of Aurora's Latino community. The festival will return in September 2006 with more authentic music, dance, food and fun.

PumpkinFest
If ya wanna see some folks who are truly out of their gourds, come to Jack-O-Launch, an annual ritual in Aurora where people use catapults and trebuchets to see how far they can huck a pumpkin. The competition will take place from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., and is part of Pumpkinfest, an annual fall festival that runs until 4 p.m. that includes live music, hay. rides, scarecrow making and much more.

Library, Recreation & Cultural Services Events
The city's Library, Recreation & Cultural Services department offers other exciting events and cultural activities throughout the year, including Concerts in the Park, Fourth of July Spectacular and more.

Parks & Open Space Department Events
The Parks & Open Space Department hosts numerous enjoyable events for the community, including the Aurora Reservoir Trout Tournament, Kid's Fishing Derby, Sand Creek Art and Photo Contest, triathlons, park grand openings, and others.

Original Aurora Events
Check out what's happening in Aurora's burgeoning Arts District, including Flicks on the 'FAX, the World Fusion Festivals, Fiesta Aurora and Java Fest.

Even More Events
Aurora has many other events to offer its residents and visitors, including performances by the Aurora Symphony Orchestra and more.