Lunch at the Chamber
The Opelika Chamber is hosting “Lunch at the Chamber,” a weekly food truck and pop-up vendor event held from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. each Monday at 200 S. Sixth St., Opelika. The event runs from late February through November and features a rotating lineup of local restaurants and vendors serving lunch outside the Chamber building. For weekly lineups and updates, visit opelikachamber.com or follow @opelikachamber on social media.
ONGOING — LITTER-ALLY OVER MY EX FUNDRAISER
Care Humane Society is hosting the “Litter-ally Over My Ex” fundraiser, a lighthearted campaign allowing supporters to donate $5 per ex to support animal rescue, adoption, education and compassion efforts. Proceeds benefit the organization’s ongoing work in the community. For more information, visit Care Humane Society’s social media pages or website.
Ongoing
The Sound Wall Collective offers early access to tickets, discounts on events and exclusive members-only experiences. More information is available at theswmi.org.
FEB. 27 — DAVID JACOBS-STRAIN & BOB BEACH
Sundilla Concert Series & Radio Hour presents David Jacobs-Strain and Bob Beach on Friday, Feb. 27 at 7:30 p.m. at the Auburn Unitarian Universalist Fellowship (450 E. Thach Ave., Auburn). Advance tickets are $20 and available at Spicer’s Music, Ross House Coffee and online at sundillaconcerts.com. Admission at the door is $25 and $15 for students. Complimentary refreshments will be available, and attendees are welcome to bring their own food or beverage.
Feb. 28 — Hiroya Tsukamoto
Kyoto-born composer and guitarist Hiroya Tsukamoto will perform at 7:30 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 28, at The Sound Wall in Opelika. Known for his detailed fingerstyle guitar work, Tsukamoto’s performances are described as fluid, delicate and emotionally rich. Doors open at 7 p.m., BYOB. A Sip & Support bar will be available.Tickets are available online at theswmi.org/events.
FEB. 28 — ARBOR DAY CELEBRATION
Keep Opelika Beautiful invites the community to an Arbor Day Celebration on Feb. 28 from 1–3 p.m. at Kreher Preserve & Nature Center. Held in partnership with the Davis Arboretum, the cities of Auburn and Opelika, and community partners, the event will feature free demonstrations and hands-on activities..
MAR. 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 — FOOD TRUCK MONDAY
Opelika Chamber continues its Food Truck Monday series every Monday from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Downtown Opelika welcomes food trucks offering a variety of lunch options, inviting residents to gather and enjoy local cuisine in a community setting.
MAR. 5 — MICHELLE MALONE WITH DOUG KEES
Sundilla Concert Series & Radio Hour will welcome Michelle Malone with Doug Kees on Thursday, March 5 at 7:30 p.m. at the Auburn Unitarian Universalist Fellowship (450 E. Thach Ave., Auburn). Advance tickets are $20 and available at Spicer’s Music, Ross House Coffee and online at sundillaconcerts.com. Admission at the door is $25 and $15 for students. Complimentary refreshments will be provided, and guests may bring their own food or beverage.
MAR. 13 — FOOD TRUCK FRIDAY
Opelika Chamber of Commerce presents Food Truck Friday on March 13 in historic downtown Opelika. The annual event features a variety of food trucks, live music and vendors for family-friendly community enjoyment. Food Truck Friday draws crowds to downtown and celebrates local cuisine and entertainment. Visit the Opelika Chamber website for more details and participating vendors.
MAR. 19 — READING BETWEEN THE WINES
The Lee County Literacy Coalition will host “Reading Between the Wines” on March 19 at 6 p.m. at Twenty-One Acres Wedding & Event Venue. The evening event supports literacy initiatives in Lee County and benefits the coalition’s programs as a United Way agency. For more information, visit www.leecountyliteracy.org or call 334-705-0001.
MARCH 25 — TIGER GIVING DAY 2026
Auburn University will host Tiger Giving Day 2026, a 24-hour online fundraising event focused on changing lives on campus, throughout the community and across the state. Now in its 11th year, the annual day of giving allows donors to support student programs, faculty initiatives, research and community projects during a single day of philanthropy. Gifts may be made online throughout the event and are used to fund impactful university projects. For more information or to give, visit tigergiving.org.
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.
MAR. 28 — SHRED DAY
Keep Opelika Beautiful will host Shred Day on March 28 from 8–11 a.m. The free event is open to Lee County citizens and nonprofits (no business documents accepted). Documents will be shredded onsite through a partnership with River Mill of Columbus. Participants are asked to remain in their vehicles while volunteers unload materials
APRIL 4 — WWAP 1000 YOUTH MARCH
Walking With A Purpose (WWAP) hosts the 1,000 Youth March on April 4 in Opelika. The community initiative aims to engage, motivate and empower young people through positive leadership, unity and civic involvement. The event welcomes youth and families to participate in activities promoting unity and empowerment in the community.
APRIL 18–19 — 25TH ANNIVERSARY OLD 280 BOOGIE
Standard Deluxe will host the 25th anniversary Old 280 Boogie on Saturday, April 18, from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m., and Sunday, April 19, from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m., at 1015 Mayberry Ave. in Waverly. The music festival features performances by Shovels & Rope, The Heavy Heavy, Cedric Burnside, The Pine Hill Haints, Abe Partridge, The Band of Heathens, The Last Jimenez, Corey Harris, Cedric Watson and Taylor Hunnicutt. Tickets are available at standarddeluxe.com.
APRIL 25 — CITY WIDE CLEAN UP
Keep Opelika Beautiful will partner with the City of Opelika for its annual City Wide Clean Up on April 25 from 8–10 a.m. The anti-litter campaign promotes community pride and brings together residents, businesses and organizations to help keep Opelika clean.
MAY 2 — GARDEN IN THE PARK
Keep Opelika Beautiful will host Garden in the Park on May 2 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. in Municipal Park. The annual festival features handmade and homegrown art, vendors, entertainment, children’s crafts and food. For more information, visit www.keepopelikabeautiful.com
SUNDILLA CONCERT SERIES & RADIO HOUR — 2026 SCHEDULE
April 10 — Rebecca Loebe (AUUF)
April 30 — Admiral Radio
June 12 — Abbie Gardner
July 16 — Jessica Willis Fisher
Aug. 28 — Act of Congress (tentative)
Sept. 11 — Joe Crookston (AUUF)
September — TBA
Oct. 9 — Brown Mountain Lightning Bugs (AUUF)
Oct. 15 or 16 — Jefferson Ross and Todd Hoke (AUUF)
Nov. 5 — Griffin House (AUUF)
