FEB. 20 — CLIVE CARROLL AT THE SOUND WALL
Guitarist Clive Carroll will perform at The Sound Wall, 605 Ave. B in Opelika, on Friday, Feb. 21. Doors open at 7 p.m. and the show begins at 7:30 p.m. For more information and tickets, visit the website: theswmi.org.
FEB. 20-MARCH 1 — ORLANDO
Orlando, a theatrical adaptation of Virginia Woolf’s classic novel, will be performed at Telfair Peet Black Box Theatre at Auburn University on Thursday, Feb. 20 through March 1. For showtimes and ticket information, go to the website: auliberalarts.universitytickets.com/?cid=169.
FEB. 22 – OPELIKA BOOK FESTIVAL
The Opelika Public Library will host its second annual Book Festival on Saturday, Feb. 22, featuring 70 local authors, stage presentations and book fair from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. and keynote speaker Mary Kay Andrews at 6 p.m. For more information, a full schedule and list of local authors, visit www.opelikabookfestival.com.
FEB. 23 — PURLIE VICTORIOUS
The Opelika Community Theatre is showcasing the stage play Purlie Victorious, written by Ossie Davis on Sunday, Feb. 23 through March 2. The comedy follows determined preacher Purlie Victorious Judson on a mission to reclaim his family’s inheritance and bring justice to his community in the segregated South. For showtimes and ticket information, go to website: www.opelikacommunitytheatre.com/ticketsshows.
FEB. 25 — COMMUNITY ORCHESTRA PERFORMANCE
The Auburn Community Orchestra will perform “Orchestral Masterworks,” presented by Auburn United Methodist Church (AUMC) and the Jan Dempsey Community Arts Center. The event will take place at AUMC on Tuesday, Feb. 25, at 7 p.m. This free, family-friendly concert is open to the public
FEB. 28 — MEAN MARY AT SUNDILLA
The Sundilla Acoustic Concert Series is welcoming Mean Mary back on Feb. 28 at 7:30 p.m. on 450 E. Thach Avenue in Auburn. Mean Mary’s music is a blend of folk, bluegrass and blues. Advance tickets are $20 and can be purchased at Spicer’s Music, Ross House Coffee and on the Sundilla website. Admission at the door is $25 and $15 for students. Attendees are welcome to bring their own food and drinks to the show. For more information on the artist, venue and ticket sales, go to website: www.sundillamusic.com.
FEB. 28 — HIROYA TSUKAMOTO IN CONCERT
The Sound Wall on 605 Ave B in Opelika will showcase “A Journey Through Strings and Stories” with Hiroya Tsukamoto on Feb. 28. Japanese-born fingerstyle guitarist Tsukamoto provides an immersive experience that weaves lyrical narratives with intricate melodies. Doors at The Sound Wall open at 7:00 p.m. with the show starting at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $25. For more information on the show, artist and tickets, visit www.theswmi.org/events.
FEB. 28-MARCH 8 — SHREK JR.
Auburn Area Community Theatre (AACT) Young Performers are bringing everyone’s favorite ogre to town Feb. 28 through March 8 with performances of Shrek the Musical JR based on the Oscar-winning animated film and Broadway musical. Shrek leads a cast of fairytale misfits on an adventure to rescue a princess and find true acceptance in this incredibly fun show with a powerful message for the whole family.
Performances will take place at the Jan Dempsey Community Arts Center on 222 E Drake Ave. on Feb 28 and March 1, 3, 6 & 7 at 6:30 p.m., with two matinees on March 1 and 8 at 2 p.m. Tickets are $12 for adults, $10 for children, students and seniors. To purchase tickets or more information, visit AuburnACT.org. Email info@auburnact.org for group rate information.
MARCH 1 – MARDI GRAS PARADE & KREWE KRAWL
The sixth annual Krew Krawl and eighth annual Mardi gras Parade will occur on Saturday, March 1, in downtown Auburn. The parade starts at 2 p.m. while the Krewe Krawl will begin at 11 a.m. Those with wristbands for the Krewe Krawl will have exclusive discounts and specials from local businesses downtown. To learn more visit www.krewedetigris.com.
MARCH 1 — DAY IN CLAY
The Jan Dempsey Community Arts Center (JDCAC) Ceramics Studio will host a Day in Clay open house on March 1 from 9:30 a.m. to noon. Bring the whole family to visit the studio and enjoy refreshments. Participation in a ceramic hand-building workshop session is $10, and attendees MUST pre-register online at the website: auburnal.myrec.com.
MARCH 1 — PUPPY/DOG YOGA
Enjoy Puppy/Dog Yoga on Saturday, March 1, at Be Yoga (1212 Gatewood Dr., Auburn). The 75-minute workshop will donate 70% of proceeds to CARE Humane Society. The cost is $40 per person, and space is limited. Reserve your seat at: beyogaauburn.com/book-a-class, under the “Workshops” tab.
MARCH 2 — OMNIUM CIRCUS
Omnium Circus will bring its awe-inspiring and uplifting show, “I’m Possible,” to the Woltosz Theater at the Gogue Performing Arts Center (910 S. College St., Auburn) on Sunday, March 2, at 3 p.m. Omnium Circus is multi-abled and representative, highlighting and celebrating diversity. Shows are presented bilingually in English and American Sign Language, with special accommodations provided such as live audio description, tactile experiences, relaxed seating for neurodiverse and sensory sensitive audience members and more. Tickets start at $10 and are available at omniumcircus.org and goguecenter.auburn.edu.
MARCH 5 — BOOK TALK @ PEBBLE HILL
The Caroline Marshall Draughon Center for the Arts & Humanities will host author Howard Fishman for a book talk on Wednesday, March 5, at 4 p.m. at Pebble Hill (101 S. Debardeleben St., Auburn). Learn the mysterious true story of Connie Converse, a mid-century New York City songwriter, singer and composer whose haunting music never found broad recognition, and one writer’s quest to understand her life.
MARCH 6 — OUTDOOR DOCUMENTARY SCREENING
On Thursday, March 6, at 6 p.m. at Pebble Hill Courtyard, join the AU Office of Sustainability, the Alabama Rivers Alliance, the Alabama Water Resources Center and Auburn Outdoors for an outdoor screening of short documentary films created as part of the 2024 Southern Exposure Film Fellowship. These films were created over the Alabama Rivers Alliance’s 6-week summer program and present vibrant, inspiring stories of how Alabama citizens have worked to preserve their state’s rich biodiversity. Free popcorn and s’mores will be served. Attendees are encouraged to bring their own blankets and camp chairs.
MARCH 7 — TIM GRIMM AT SUNDILLA
Musician Tim Grimm will make his Sundilla debut on Friday, March 7 at 450 E. Thach Ave in Auburn at 7:30 p.m. Advance tickets are $20 and can be purchased at Spicer’s Music, Ross House Coffee, Foodies and on the Sundilla website. Admission at the door is $25 and $15 for students. Attendees are welcome to bring their own food and drinks to the show. For more information on the artist, venue and ticket sales, go to website: www.sundillamusic.com.
MARCH 8 — AN EVENING WITH ELLIS PAUL
Guitarist Ellis Paul will perform at The Sound Wall, 605 Ave. B in Opelika, on Saturday, March 8. Doors open at 7 p.m. and the show begins at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $30. For more information and tickets, visit the website: theswmi.org.
MARCH 8 – SECOND SATURDAY @ PIONEER PARK
On Saturday, March 8, the Lee County Historical Society will host Second Saturday at Pioneer Park on 6500 Stage Road in Loachapoka. Historical reenactors will showcase their blacksmith, textiles and gardening skills and participants of any age level will experience hands-on history demonstrations and entertainment. For more information visit www.leecountyhistoricalsociety.org.
MARCH 15 — PLANT SWAP
Bring ‘em, buy ‘em, trade ‘em, swap ‘em! Join the Lee County House Plant Group and O Grows for a good ol’ fashioned plant swap on Saturday, March 15, from 9 a.m. to noon at 1103 Glenn St. in Opelika.
MARCH 20 — KODO: WARABE
The Gogue Performing Arts Center will present Kodo on Thursday, March 20, at 7 p.m. Tickets vary from $30-$65. Learn more at www.goguecenter.auburn.edu.
MARCH 21-22 — WILLY WONKA
Trinity Christian School will present Roald Dahl’s Willy Wonka on March 21 at 6:30 p.m. and March 22 and 1 p.m. and 6:30 p.m. The performance is presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International. For more information, visit www.tcsopelika.org.
MARCH 21 — BARK IN THE PARK
Auburn Parks and Recreation and CARE Humane Society will host Bark in the Park, an event celebrating responsible dog ownership, on Saturday, March 22, from 9 a.m.-2 p.m. at Kiesel Park. This FREE community event is open to all dogs and their owners and features a variety of educational booths, pet vendors, door prizes and dog-friendly activities. Rescue dogs will be available for adoption.
MARCH 22 — ANOUSHKA SHANKAR
Sitarist Anoushka Shankar will perform at The Gogue Performing Arts Center on Saturday, March 22, at p.m. Tickets vary from $35-$90 based on seating. Learn more at www.goguecenter.auburn.edu.
MARCH 25 — MAMMA MIA!
The Gogue Performing Arts Center will present the national tour of “MAMMA MIA!” on Tuesday and Wednesday, March 25 and 26 at 7 p.m. Tickets vary from $69-$124. Learn more at www.goguecenter.auburn.edu.
MARCH 26 — AMERICAN SPIRITUAL ENSEMBLE
The American Spiritual Ensemble will perform at the Opelika Center for Performing Arts on 1700 Lafayette Parkway on March 26 from 7 to 9 p.m. For more information, visit www.eastalabamaarts.org/performances.
MARCH 28 — BITES, BREWS & BLUES
Bites, Brews & Blues is scheduled for Friday, March 28, at 6 p.m. at Choctafaula Natural Escape. At this fundraiser, taste samples from local restaurants, breweries, wineries, enjoy great music, shop a silent auction and more — all to benefit the programs of Twin Cedars Youth and Family Services. To purchase event tickets, visit the website: twincedars.networkforgood.com/events/77568-bites-brews-and-blues.
APRIL 4 — DANCE PRODUCTION
The Gogue Performing Arts Center will present “The Center Will Not Hold” by Ephrat Asherie and Michelle Dorrance on Friday, April 4, at 7 p.m. Tickets vary from $30-$65. Learn more at www.goguecenter.auburn.edu.
APRIL 5 — PANCAKE JAMBOREE
The Opelika Lions Club’s annual Pancake Jamboree will be held Saturday, April 5, from 6 to 11 a.m. at Opelika Middle School. Tickets are $7, which include free vision screening. To purchase tickets, contact Junior Morgan at (256) 307-3749 or Jim Allen at (334) 444-0126.
APRIL 5 — ON TAP: A CRAFT BEER EVENT
Opelika Main Street will host On Tap: A Craft Beer Event on Saturday, April 5, from 1 to 6 p.m. in historic downtown Opelika. Tickets are on sale at www.eventbrite.com
APRIL 6 — CATAPULT
The Gogue Performing Arts Center is presenting “Catapult” on Sunday, April 6, at 3 p.m. Tickets are $10 and available at www.goguecenter.auburn.edu.
APRIL 11 — BRIAN ASHLEY JONES & MELANIE
Musicians Brian Ashley Jones and Melanie Jean will make their Sundilla debut on Friday, April 11, at 450 E. Thach Ave in Auburn. Showtime is 7:30 p.m. Advance tickets are $20 and can be purchased at Spicer’s Music, Ross House Coffee, Foodies and on the Sundilla website. Admission at the door is $25 and $15 for students. Attendees are welcome to bring their own food and drinks to the show. For more information on the artists, venue and ticket sales, go to www.sundillamusic.com.
APRIL 25 — ABBY POSNER
The Sundilla Acoustic Concert Series will welcome Abby Posner back on Friday, April 25, at 7:30 p.m. on 450 E. Thach Ave. in Auburn. Advance tickets are $20 and can be purchased at Spicer’s Music, Ross House Coffee and on the Sundilla website. Admission at the door is $25 and $15 for students. Attendees are welcome to bring their own food and drinks to the show. For more information on the artist, venue and ticket sales, go to www.sundillamusic.com.
APRIL 26 — AUBURN CITYFEST
Auburn Cityfest is set for Saturday, April 26, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Kiesel Park, featuring food, entertainment and community fellowship. Vendor and volunteer applications are available at www.auburncityfest.org.
APRIL 28-30 — HADESTOWN
The Gogue Performing Arts Center will present the musical “Hadestown” April 28-30 at 7 p.m. Tickets vary from $60-$95. Learn more at www.goguecenter.auburn.edu.
MAY 2 — MIKE KINNERBREW
Musician Mike Kinnerbrew will perform at the Sundilla Acoustic Concert Series on Friday, May 2, at 450 E. Thach Ave in Auburn. Showtime is 7:30 p.m. Advance tickets are $20 and can be purchased at Spicer’s Music, Ross House Coffee, Foodies and on the Sundilla website. Admission at the door is $25 and $15 for students. Attendees are welcome to bring their own food and drinks to the show. For more information on the artist, venue and ticket sales, visit www.sundillamusic.com
