Directions and Parking
Theatre Locations
Paramount Theatre
23 E. Galena Blvd., Aurora, IL 60506
Copley Theatre
North Island Center, 8 E. Galena Blvd., Aurora, IL 60506
Stolp Island Theatre
5 E Downer Pl. #G, Aurora, IL 60506
Valet Parking
Available for Paramount Theatre performances, beginning 1 hour before showtime. Valet is available for Copley Theatre shows only when they coincide with a Paramount production.
Due to Galena Blvd. traffic, please line up on Stolp Avenue at the corner of Stolp & Galena.
From Route 31 (Lake St.): Go east on Downer Place, then turn north on Stolp Ave.
Rates:
- Standard vehicles: $19–$24
- Extended‑size trucks & large SUVs: $30
- Early‑arrival valet (more than 1 hour): $40
- Late pickup (not retrieved immediately after show): additional $30
- Prices may be higher on holidays and are subject to change without notice.
Valet closes after the performance—please retrieve your vehicle promptly.
*Holidays and parking earlier than 1 hour before show time may result in higher price for valet. Prices are subject to change without notice.
Paid Parking
Municipal Parking Garage
Corner of Stolp Avenue & Downer Place (two blocks south of Paramount)
Rates:
- First hour: Free
- Second hour: $2
- Each additional hour: $1
Payment:
- Cash accepted at elevator machines
- Credit cards accepted upon exiting the garage
Free Parking
Please read posted downtown parking guidelines carefully to avoid towing.
Street Parking
Free for up to 90 minutes:
Monday–Friday: 8 a.m.–8 p.m.
Saturday: 8 a.m.–2 p.m.
No time limit on Sundays
River Street Lot
Free parking available on River Street, just north of New York Street
Old Second National Bank Lot (with Paramount Parking Pass)
Location: West corner of River St. & Galena Blvd.
Available during non‑banking hours only:
- Monday–Friday: after 6 p.m.
- Saturday: after 2 p.m.–Midnight
- Sunday: All day until Midnight
Space is limited and not guaranteed.
Parking pass must be displayed.
Downtown Aurora Parking Overview
Do NOT park in Fifth Third, PNC, Banco Popular or Old National Bank lots—you will be towed. We also do not recommend parking in the Hollywood Casino garage at the east corner of Galena Boulevard and River Street due to long wait times and increased rates on show nights.
