Celebrating the Holidays in Aurora

Holidays in AuroraThe holidays in Aurora will likely be a bit different this year, but that does not mean they can’t be as joyful. Here are some ways to make your holiday merry and bright this year.

Cook a Holiday Meal in your Aurora Apartment

Holidays at home provide the perfect opportunity to bake and cook new or traditional holiday dishes. These vintage holiday recipes are a great way to celebrate the holidays in Aurora and will remind you of simpler times. 

Fill your apartment with the smell of gingerbread cookies. Use your favorite recipe or use this popular recipe from Food.com. 

Decorate your Aurora Apartment for the Holidays

One way to get in the holiday spirit is by decorating your apartment. Go all out and fill every room with holiday decor, or simply hang a wreath on your doorway and add some twinkling white lights. 

Whether decorating for Christmas, Passover, or any other holiday, there are plenty of decorating ideas you can find online.

Watch Holiday Movies

There is nothing quite like a holiday movie to get you in the holiday spirit. Holiday classics like Rudolph, Elf, Frosty, Miracle on 42nd Street will surely brighten your holidays. You can also use one of the many 

streaming services or online for lists of popular movies that go with whatever holiday you’re celebrating.

Look for Local Activities or Light Displays

There are several activities and holiday displays to explore near your apartment at Kirkland’s Crossing. From neighborhood light displays with animated characters, and music, to Wild Lanterns at the Woodland Zoo, and virtual performances and visits from Santa, here is a list of the BEST ways to celebrate the holidays in (and around) Aurora. Please check the websites to make certain that all events are still taking place.

Holiday Display Scavenger Hunt

Go for a ride near your Aurora apartment and hold a scavenger hunt with a special prize for the winner. Some items you can look for include:

  • Reindeer
  • Stars
  • Snowmen
  • Santa
  • Holiday Train
  • Elf
  • Candy Canes
  • Snoopy Character

Keep your holidays cheery and bright with these great stay-at-home and safe ways to celebrate the holidays in Aurora.