NOW THROUGH JAN. 2026 — “HEY DAY HOLIDAY” AT GREENS SPACE, AUBURNBundle up and enjoy a magical winter season at the greenspace outside Hey Day Market, featuring a 24-foot Christmas tree and an ice-skating rink. Open daily from noon to 8:30 p.m. beginning in November.
BEGINS JANUARY 2026 — OLLI SAMPLER COURSEThe OLLI Sampler Class offers prospective members a seven-week introduction to OLLI with courses across a variety of topics. Cost is $25 and is applied toward annual membership if participants join. Current members may attend with friends at no additional cost.
Info: aub.ie/tryOLLI.
JAN. 23–25 — “SOMETHING ROTTEN”
Opelika Community Theatre presents the musical comedy “Something Rotten!” at 1220 Fox Run Parkway, Suite 216, Opelika. Performances are held at 7 p.m. Fridays and 2:30 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays. Tickets start at $16 for early-bird pricing. For details and tickets, visit www.opelikacommunitytheatre.org.
JAN. 24 — A CUP OF JOY
An uplifting morning with the Mother Daughter Duo — Joy Bazemore and Hillary White — will be held Saturday, Jan. 24, from 9 a.m. to noon at Trinity Church Fellowship Hall in Opelika. Guests are encouraged to shop early with vendors. A $25 donation benefits Christian Women’s Job Corps of Lee County. Tickets are available at trinitychurchonline.com, www.cwjc.org
or via Venmo.
AN. 24 — BEN ROSENBLUM TRIO
Award-winning jazz pianist and accordionist Ben Rosenblum brings his trio to The Sound Wall at 605 Ave. B, Opelika, for an 8 p.m. performance. Tickets are $25 and available online. For details and tickets, visit theswmi.ticketspice.com/ben-rosenblum-trio.
JAN. 24 — POLAR PLUNGE FOR SPECIAL OLYMPICS
The 14th annual Polar Plunge benefiting Lee County Special Olympics will be held beginning at 9 a.m. at Samford Pool in Auburn. Registration is $20 per participant, with proceeds supporting local Special Olympics athletes. Walk-up registration will be available. For information, visit auburnal.gov/parks or call (334) 501-2930.
JAN. 27 — ALL THINGS MARKETING SUMMIT
The All Things Marketing Summit will be held Tuesday, Jan. 27, from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. in Auburn. The event brings together marketing professionals for education, networking and industry insights. Presented by the Auburn Chamber of Commerce.
JAN. 27 — FENG E
Teenage ukulele sensation Feng E performs at The Sound Wall, 605 Ave. B, Opelika. Known for his technical brilliance and global acclaim, Feng E brings an innovative approach to the instrument. Most shows begin at 7:30 p.m. For tickets, visit theswmi.org/events.
JAN. 30 — NIGEL WEARNE
Nigel Wearne, winner of the 2025 Telluride Blues Challenge, performs at The Sound Wall in Opelika. Wearne’s music blends blues, cinematic jazz and sharp storytelling. Doors open at 7 p.m., with the show beginning at 7:30 p.m. Tickets available at theswmi.org/events.
JAN. 31 — SOUND BATH EXPERIENCE
A Sound Bath Experience led by Katie Martin and Grammy Award-winning guitarist Larry Mitchell will be held at The Sound Wall, 605 Ave. B, Opelika. Doors open at 5:30 p.m., with the experience beginning at 6 p.m. Seating is first come, first served. For tickets, visit theswmi.org/events.
FEB. 6 — NEAR HIS HEART DINNER
Near His Heart will host a special dinner on Friday, Feb. 6, at 6 p.m. at Lakeview Baptist Church, 100 E. Glenn Avenue, Auburn. The event supports families living with disability and features Greg and Mary Jane Meyer. Reservations are requested for the dinner and childcare at www.nearishheart.weebly.com.
FEB. 7 — AUBURN FORUM FOR SOUTHERN ART AND CULTURE
The Jule Museum of Art hosts the third annual Auburn Forum for Southern Art and Culture, focusing on the “Sew Their Names” project. Space is limited and advance registration is encouraged. The museum is located in Auburn. For details, visit The Jule Museum of Art’s website.
FEB. 7 — DAY IN CLAY
The Jan Dempsey Community Arts Center Ceramics Studio will host its annual Day in Clay event Saturday, Feb. 7, from 9 a.m. to noon at the JDCAC in Auburn. The event features demonstrations, hands-on workshops and activities for all ages. Workshop sessions are available at 9, 10 and 11 a.m. and cost $10 per session. Advance registration is required. For details, visit auburnal.gov/parks/register.
FEB. 14 — OLLI SOCIAL TRIP: NAT KING COLE TRIBUTE
OLLI will travel to Montgomery for “Unforgettable: John-Mark McGaha Sings Nat King Cole” at the Alabama Shakespeare Festival. Vans depart Sunny Slope at 12:30 p.m. for the 2 p.m. performance. Cost is $59 per person and includes transportation. Payment encouraged by Jan. 19.
FEB. 24 — AUBURN CHAMBER ANNUAL MEETING
The Auburn Chamber of Commerce will hold its Annual Meeting on Tuesday, Feb. 24, at the Indoor Practice Facility at the Auburn University Athletic Complex, 392 South Donahue Drive, Auburn. A breakfast and program will be held. Invitation to follow.
MARCH 28 — GLOBAL COMMUNITY DAY FESTIVAL
The 5th Annual Global Community Day Festival will be held at the Opelika SportsPlex Amphitheater, 1001 SportsPlex Parkway. The family-friendly event features a Parade of the Flags, live music and dance, international food trucks, arts and crafts, sports and games. For information, visit aub.ie/globalfestival.
