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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.
TUESDAYS IN THE GARDEN — Beginning Tuesday, April 14, TUESDAYS IN THE GARDEN will take place at St. Dunstan’s Episcopal Church, 136 East Magnolia Avenue, Auburn, from 2 to 4 p.m. each Tuesday. All are welcome to drop by St. Dunstan’s, enter the beautiful garden and relax and enjoy its beauty. Seating will be provided. St. Dunstan’s has one of the last green-space areas in downtown Auburn. Thomas Joyner, Rector at St. Dunstan’s and all its members warmly welcome everyone into our beautiful space that God has provided.
April 17, 18 — LEE COUNTY TOUR OF HOMES
The Lee County Association of Realtors will host its upcoming Tour of Homes, inviting the public to explore a collection of newly constructed homes built by local builders. Visitors can walk through the homes to see current design trends, layouts and finishes while learning more about new construction in the area. Attendees will also have the opportunity to vote for their favorite home in the People’s Choice Award. Proceeds from the event support an endowed scholarship at Auburn University for a student pursuing Building Science or Architecture. The event will be held April 17 and 18 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. It is free and open to the public.
APRIL 18 — Warriors for Freedom 5K
The second annual Warriors for Freedom 5K, hosted by Worthy2, will be held Saturday, April 18, at 8:30 a.m. at the Opelika SportsPlex. The event, held in memory of Lily Ledbetter, is open to all participants to run or walk in support of raising awareness and funds for survivors of human trafficking. For more information or to register, visit www.worthy2.org.
APRIL 18 — Beulah Family Day and Car Show
Beulah Friends of the Community will host its 9th Annual Family Day and 8th Annual Car Show on Saturday, April 18, at Beulah Elementary School, 4747 Lee Road 270, in downtown Beulah. The car show begins at 8 a.m., followed by Family Day activities at 10 a.m., including inflatables, a putting contest, a vehicle extraction demonstration, food trucks, arts and crafts vendors and more. The event will also feature live entertainment from the Beulah Band and BHS cheerleaders. Free and open to the public.
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 18–19 — JAZZ SERIES RETURNS TO THE SOUND WALL
The Sound Wall will host the Gregory Agid Quartet April 18–19 as part of its Jazz Series in Opelika. The New Orleans-based clarinetist brings a blend of traditional and modern jazz in an intimate listening-room setting.
Performances include a Saturday Supper Club and show (doors at 6:30 p.m., dinner and music at 7:30 p.m.), a Sunday matinée (doors at 1:30 p.m., show at 2 p.m.) and a Sunday evening performance (doors at 6:30 p.m., show at 7 p.m.). The Saturday ticket includes a small bite buffet. Guests may bring wine and beer; glassware, water and ice will be provided. A Sip-n-Support bar will also be available, benefiting The Sound Wall Music Initiative.
APRIL 20 — EACC Civic Chorale Spring Concert
The East Alabama Community College Civic Chorale will present its spring concert, Alabama Connections, on Sunday, April 19, at 2:30 p.m. CST at Providence Baptist Church, 2807 Lee Road 166 in Opelika. The program will feature selections including “Stars Fell on Alabama,” “Shrimp Boats,” “I’m a Train,” “Every Time I Feel the Spirit” and “Sure On This Shining Night,” with special guests Emily Bigler, Dr. Tom Smith and Dr. Ken Thomas. Free and open to the public.
APRIL 20 — 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.
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.
APRIL 28 — TASTE OF THE TOWN FUNDRAISER SET IN OPELIKA
The Museum of East Alabama will host its 11th annual Taste of the Town fundraiser April 28 from 6 to 8 p.m., featuring small bites from local restaurants, live music and a silent auction. Proceeds from the event will support the museum’s operations and programs. Tickets are $30 for adults and $10 for youth.
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
MAY 5 — FLAG RETIREMENT CEREMONY
Boy Scout Troop 11 will host a Flag Retirement Ceremony from 6–7 p.m. at 650 Heard Ave., Auburn. The ceremony honors worn or damaged American flags in accordance with U.S. Flag Code. Community members may bring flags for retirement or drop them off in advance at the troop hut or the Lee County Sheriff’s Office. For more information, call 334-524-0574.
MAY 7 — BOYS & GIRLS CLUBS TO HOST GREAT FUTURES GALA
Boys & Girls Clubs of East Alabama will host its 36th Annual Great Futures Gala on Thursday, May 7, at the Jay & Susie Gogue Performing Arts Center in Auburn. The event will feature stories from Club youth and tastings from local chefs, with proceeds supporting programs that serve area youth. Tickets and sponsorships are available at www.linktr.ee/BGCEASTAL
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.
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SUNDILLA CONCERT SERIES & RADIO HOUR — 2026
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)
