Halloween 2024
OCT. 25-26 — POPE’S HAUNTED FARM
Pope’s Haunted Farm (450 Lee Road 724 in Salem) will host Halloween tours of its Haunted Barn, Haunted Forest and Haunted Hayride on Friday and Saturday, Oct. 25-26. Admission (all ages) is $20 for one attraction, $35 for two attractions and $45 for all three attractions ($2 per ticket charge for credit and debit card purchases (Visa and Mastercard only). No advance or online sales. Tours occur from 6:30 to 10 p.m. and contain high-impact scares, fog, strobe lights, theatrical odors and may not be suitable for epileptics, pregnant women or those with a heart condition. Not recommended for children under age 10. For more information, visit www.popeshayride.com.
OCT. 25-27 — SLEEPY HOLLOW HAUNTED FARM
Sleepy Hollow Haunted Farm (929 Lee Road 14 in Auburn) will host tours Friday through Sunday, Oct. 25-27, featuring the Clown Cabin, RIP Ride and brand new Psycho Path. Tickets are $25 for each attraction, cash or credit cards accepted on-site ($17.50 in advance at www.sleepyhollowauburn.com). Not recommended for children under age 13.
OCT. 25-27— HAUNTED WALKING TOURS
Join local folklorist, paranormal investigator, artist, and professional actor Brandon Stoker (Walking Dead, Zombieland 2), and historian, local author and paranormal investigator John-Mark Poe to get the scoop on several mysterious local phantoms. The 8 p.m. walking tour of Auburn, rated PG-13, is approximately 1.5 hours long. The 6 p.m. walking tour of Opelika is rated PG and is approximately 30-40 minutes long. Perfect for agesb12 and up. For more information call (344) 444-1422.
OCT. 25 — 36th ANNUAL PUMPKIN CARVE
Check out the creativity of Auburn University students competing in the 36th annual Pumpkin Carve on Friday, Oct. 25, at Dudley Courtyard (361 Graves Drive) on campus. Carving will begin at 9 a.m. and last through the day. There will be entertainment, lunch (hall-o-weiners and boo-urgers), therapy dog demonstrations, a scavenger hunt, a silent auction, raffles and more. Jack-O-Lanterns will be lit at 5:30 p.m. and winners will be announced at 7 p.m. At 7:30 p.m., any remaining carved and uncarved pumpkins will be auctioned off starting at $5.
OCT. 25 — TOUR DE FRIGHT
Opelika Parks & Rec invites parents and children of all ages to bring their bikes and take a ride on the haunted walking trail behind the SportsPlex on Friday, Oct. 25, from 6 to 8 p.m. Meet in the rear parking lot behind the Opelika SportsPlex. Bikes, trikes, scooters, strollers, etc. are welcome. This event is free and open to the public.
OCT. 26 — ZOOLOWEEN
Celebrate Halloween animal style at the Opelika Public Library on Saturday, Oct. 26. Inspired by the picture book Zooloween, families will be able to create animal-inspired crafts and have fun safari style. Come in your costume and celebrate Halloween with a zoo twist. Families will rotate along the green space at their own pace and visit stations as they go.
OCT. 26 — VILLAINS BALL
The 3rd annual Opelika Villains Ball will be held Saturday, Oct. 26, from 7 to 11 p.m. at The Railyard at John Emerald Distilling Company, 706 Railroad Ave. in Opelika, featuring food and drink, music, dancing, performances and a costume contest with a $100 prize. Ages 19 and up. Tickets available at www.tixtree.com/e/opelika-villains-ball-937367deede6.
THRU OCT. 27 — ROCKY TOP PUMPKIN PATCH
The Farm at Rocky Top offers family fun every weekend at its Pumpkin Patch (2910 Lee Road 145, Salem) now through Oct. 27. Activities include wagon rides, a jump pad, inflatables, an animal barn, barnyard games, duck races, hay bale mountain, pumpkin bowling and more. Open 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Admission is $12 for ages 2-64, $7 for seniors 65+ and free for children under 24 months.
THRU OCT. 27 — CHOCTAFAULA PUMPKIN PATCH
The pumpkin patch at Choctafaula Farm (929 Lee Road 14 in Auburn) is open Fridays from 1 to 5 p.m., and Saturdays and Sundays from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. through Oct 27. $12 admission includes safari tour, petting zoo, new playground, bounce pillow, corn crib, fall activities and more; $15 kids pass includes unlimited rock wall climbs and mechanical bull rides. Add-on tickets available for pony rides, private animal encounters and feed buckets. Choctafaula offers a full-service café, adult beverages in the Watering Hole bar, gift shop and country store. Cash and credit/debit cards accepted.
OCT. 27 & 28 — NATURE NIGHTMARES
The Nature Nightmares haunted forest experience returns to Auburn University’s Kreher Preserve and Nature Center on Friday and Saturday, Oct. 27 & 28. Hikes will leave from the main parking lot at 7-minute intervals starting at 7:30 p.m. The last hike will head out at 11 p.m. Tickets are $12 per person, and participants must be at least 13 years old (guests under 19 must be accompanied by an adult). For more information visit www.aub.ie/naturenightmares.
OCT. 31 — 2024 FEAR FEST
Sleepy Hollow Haunted Farm (929 Lee Road 14 in Auburn) will host Fear Fest on Halloween night. Doors open at 6 p.m. Live music provided by Blane Rudd, Rachael Wilson and headliner Corey Smith. Discounted presale tickets are $35 until 11:59 p.m. on Friday, Oct. 18, at www.sleepyhollowauburn.com. Starting Oct. 19, tickets are $45 in advance and $50 onsite.
Community Events
OCT. 26 — LOCAL AUTHORS AT THE LIBRARY
The Auburn Public Library will host Brandy Anderson on Saturday, Oct. 26, at 2 p.m. to discuss her book, “Through the Veil: A Glimpse into the Afterlife,” Anderson shares her miraculous story about her contact with those on the other side of the veil and the insight that it brought concerning what happens when we die and how that should impact how we live now. Anderson is a spiritual coach, Jungian coach and author. Audience: Adults
OCT. 27 — PANCAKES IN THE PARK
Pride on the Plains will host Pancakes in the Park fundraiser on Sunday, Oct. 27 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Town Creek Park (1150 S. Gay Street, Auburn). Breakfast plates with pancakes, bacon or sausage and a drink are available for a donation of $8 or two for $15. Cash, credit and digital payments accepted.
OCT. 28 — AN EVENING OF WONDERS
The Arts Association of Lee County present An Evening of Wonders with world-class illusionist Vitaly on Monday, Oct. 28, at 7 p.m. at the Opelika Center for the Performing Arts, 1700 Lafayette Parkway. For tickets, visit www.eastalabamaarts.org.
OCT. 30 — NOON TUNES CONCERT
Every Wednesday in October from noon until 1:00 p.m. at Opelika’s Courthouse Square, bring a brown bag lunch (or purchase lunch from a local restaurant), a quilt or lawn chair and relax by the fountain for an hour of unforgettable musical entertainment. Performing on Oct. 30 is Mark True, an accomplished songwriter with 40+ recorded songs and two #1 country and adult contemporary songs.
NOV. 1 — CHARITY CLAY SHOOT
The inaugural Mercy Medical Charity Clay Shoot will be held Friday, Nov. 1, at Auburn Oaks Farm, where shooters of all skill levels are welcome for a day of fun, friendly competition and community spirit. Shotgun starts are at 9 a.m and 1 p.m. Teams can register for $1,000, and all proceeds will benefit Mercy Medical Ministry. Sponsors are needed. To register and find out more about sponsorships, visit www.mercymedicalministry.org/clayshoot.
NOV. 1 — JEFF BLACK AT SOUND WALL
Enjoy an evening with folk singer Jeff Black on Friday, Nov. 1, at The Sound Wall, 605 Avenue B in Opelika. BYOB for cocktails at 7 p.m., with the performance beginning at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $25 and available at www.theswmi.org.
NOV. 1 — GRIFFIN HOUSE @ SUNDILLA
Sundilla will welcome Griffin House on Friday, Nov. 1. Showtime at the AUUF (450 E. Thach Avenue in Auburn) is 7:30 p.m. Advance tickets are $20 and can be found at Spicer’s Music, Ross House Coffee, Foodie’s and online at sundillamusic.com. Admission at the door will be $25, students $15. Free food and drinks will be available or bring your own.
NOV. 2 — LOCAL AUTHORS AT THE LIBRARY
The Auburn Public Library will host local children’s book author Tammie Barnett Hughley on Saturday, Nov. 2, at 2 p.m. for a special story time event. Hughley’s children’s and family books come from the stories that she has created for her daughter. Hughley enjoys writing humorous children’s stories that enhance the imagination of a child — inspirational stories that will encourage others as they travel through the unpredictable journey of life.
NOV. 4 & 6 — OPELIKA COMMUNITY THEATRE AUDITIONS
The Opelika Community Theatre will hold auditions for its upcoming play version of The Outsiders, S.E. Hunter’s biographical coming-of-age drama. This show is open to grades 7 and up and will be directed by Alysa Richards. Visit opelikacommunitytheatre.com for information.
NOV. 9 — LIVE ON THE PLAINS
The inaugural Live on the Plains music festival is set for Saturday, Nov. 9, at Sistrunk Farms, featuring Tyler Childers, Mountain Grass Unit, Braxton Keith, Bayker Blankenship and Hudson Westbrook. More information and tickets are available at www.liveontheplains.com.
NOV. 10 — 50TH ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION
The Auburn Heritage Association will mark its 50th anniversary with an open birthday party on Sunday, Nov. 10, from 3 to 5 p.m. at the historic Scott-Yarbrough House (Pebble Hill) located at 101 S. DeBardeleben St. in Auburn. The program is free, the public is invited, and refreshments will be served.
NOV. 16 — 18th ANNUAL HOLIDAY ART SALE
The Auburn Arts Association and Auburn Parks and Rec will host the 18th Annual Holiday Art Sale on Saturday, Nov. 16. Get a head start on your Christmas shopping while meeting local and regional artists handmade works, including pottery, paintings, personalized items, photography, handmade soap, jewelry, gourmet food items, scarves, hats, candles and more. Admission is free and open to the public. Proceeds support the Auburn Arts Association and their many art education programs. Vendor applications are available online at https://auburnal.myrec.com/info/activities/program_details.aspx?ProgramID=30729.
THRU NOV. 19 — FALL FARMERS MARKET
The O Grows Fall Farmers Market is held from 4 to 7 p.m. each Tuesday through Nov. 19 at Courthouse Square in Opelika, featuring local growers, bakers and makers, live music and more. Free and open to the public.
NOV. 11 — VETERANS DAY EVENTS
- The city of Auburn will conduct its annual wreath-laying ceremony at 10 a.m. at the Veterans Memorial located at the northeast corner of Ross Street and Glenn Avenue. In the event of inclement weather, the event will be held in the Municipal Court at 141 N. Ross St.
- The city of Opelika will hosts its annual Veterans Day Breakfast and program starting at 9 a.m. at the Opelika Public Library located at 1100 Glenn St. Breakfast is free for all veterans and their family, and the public is invited to the program at 10 a.m.
