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.
MARCH 16 — EAST ALABAMA COMMUNITY BAND CONCERT
The East Alabama Community Band will present its spring concert, British Invasion, on Monday, March 16, at 6:30 p.m. at the Auburn Performing Arts Center at Auburn Junior High School. Conducted by Joshua Wine, the free concert will feature music by Gustav Holst and Vaughan Williams, along with selections inspired by The Beatles, Mary Poppins, James Bond and more. Admission is free and the public is invited.
MAR. 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.
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.
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.
COMMUNITY CALENDAR
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 www.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.
MARCH 28 — BARK IN THE PARK
Auburn Parks and Recreation, in partnership with CARE Humane Society, will host Bark in the Park at Kiesel Park
on Saturday, March 28, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. The free community event will feature educational booths, local pet vendors, live music, door prizes and rescue dogs available for adoption. All dogs must remain on a leash. For more information, visit www.auburnal.gov/parks or call (334)501- 2948.
MARCH 28 — TAILS AND TRAILS 3K
The city of Auburn will host the Tails and Trails 3K on Saturday, March 28, at 9 a.m. at Kiesel Park as part of the 14th annual Bark in the Park celebration. The free, untimed fun run invites participants to bring their dogs along for the course. Awards will be given to the top three finishers and for the best-dressed pups. Registration is open through March 21 at www.auburnal.myrec.com.
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 5 — EASTER BRUNCH BUFFET AT SOUTHERN OAK
Southern Oak Restaurant will host its annual Easter Brunch Buffet on Sunday, April 5, with seatings at 11 a.m., 1 p.m. and 3 p.m. The spring menu features seafood and salad displays, an omelet station, prime rib and honey-glazed ham carving stations, seasonal entrées and desserts. Cost is $89 per person (includes sparkling wine or a mimosa), $35 for ages 7–12 and free for children 6 and under (plus tax and gratuity). Reservations required via OpenTable or by calling 334-737-2117.
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 to 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
JUNE 5 — SUMMERNIGHT DOWNTOWN ART WALK
Applications and sponsorship opportunities are now available for the 20th annual SummerNight Downtown Art Walk, set for Friday, June 5, from 6–10 p.m. in downtown Auburn. The free, family-friendly arts festival will feature local and regional artists, live music, food vendors and activities for children. Artists, vendors and volunteers may apply through May 22 at auburnsummernight.org or auburnal.myrec.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)
