Aurora, IL – Visitors heading to Christkindlmarket Aurora today are being urged to plan ahead as parking near the popular holiday event is expected to fill quickly, according to a public notice from the Aurora Illinois Police Department.
According to Aurora police, the Aurora Transportation Center (ATC) parking lots typically reach capacity early during Christkindlmarket operating hours. Officials recommend using the free River Street parking lots for easier access and reduced congestion, especially during peak evening and weekend hours.
The Aurora Transportation Center Main Lot, located at 233 N. Broadway, costs $10 per day and accepts payment via pay stations or the ParkMobile app (Zone #3404). Handicap-accessible parking is available, but space is limited and fills early.
A second option, the ATC Overflow Lot at 130 N. Lincoln Ave., offers parking for $2 per day using ParkMobile (Zone #3406) or on-site pay stations. Visitors can access the market through pedestrian tunnels under the tracks, leading directly into the ATC lot across from RiverEdge Park. Handicap parking is also available here.
For those looking to avoid paid parking altogether, the City of Aurora River Street Lots (W, X, Y, A) at 309 N. River St. provide free parking. These lots connect to the Christkindlmarket area via a pedestrian bridge, offering a quick and convenient walk into RiverEdge Park.
Police remind drivers that RiverEdge Park and the City of Aurora are not responsible for vehicle damage in ATC lots. Visitors are encouraged to arrive early, follow posted signage, and use the ParkMobile app when required.
Christkindlmarket Aurora is one of the region’s most popular holiday attractions, drawing large crowds throughout the season and significantly increasing traffic in downtown Aurora and surrounding Kane County areas.
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