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 19 — NAVY BAND FREE CONCERT
The U.S. Navy Band will perform a free concert on Wednesday, March 19, at First Baptist Church Opelika at 6 p.m. Get free tickets at the website: usnavyband.ticketleap.com/2025-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 — 12TH ANNUAL EMPTY BOWLS
The 12th annual Empty Bowls fundraiser will be held Friday, March 21, from 5 to 7 p.m. at Jan Dempsey Community Arts Center in Auburn. A $20 donation includes the participants’ choice of a bowl hand crafted by a local potter, along with a to-go container of homemade soup. Other pottery and craft items will be available for sale, with all proceeds going to the Food Bank of East Alabama. Tickets are on sale at the website: auburnalabama.org/empty-bowls.
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 22 — 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 23 — MARY GAUTHIER IN CONCERT
Acclaimed singer-songwriter Mary Gauthier will perform in Waverly at the outdoor stage at Standard Deluxe on Sunday, March 23. Gates will open at 5 p.m., with the show starting at 7:30 p.m. Tickets cost $20 if purchased online in advance at www.standarddeluxe.com. Admission will be $25 the day of show at the gate. Children ages 12 and under are admitted free.
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
East Alabama Arts will host a performance by the critically acclaimed American Spiritual Ensemble on Wednesday, March 26, at 7 p.m. at Opelika Center for the Performing Arts, located at 1700 Lafayette Parkway. Since its founding in Montgomery in 1995, these classically trained vocalists have thrilled audiences around the world with a dynamic repertoire ranging from spirituals to classical, jazz and Broadway numbers highlighting the Black experience. For ticket information, visit www.eastalabamaarts.org/performances.
MARCH 27 — READING BETWEEN THE WINES
Join the Lee County Literacy Coalition at a spirited celebration for a great cause, Reading Between the Wines, on Thursday, March 27, at 6 p.m. at Twenty-Acres event venue, 5505 Wire Road in Auburn. Author Tim Lockette will be the guest speaker paired with a performance by Auburn University’s Mosaic Theatre Company. The evening features a wine tasting, dinner, music and a silent auction. For ticket information, visit www.leecountyliteracy.org/reading-between-the-wines-2025.
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.
MARCH 29 — BOOK IT FOR DRAKE
The 6th annual Book It for Drake 5K and Fun Run will take place on Saturday, March 29, at Town Creek Park in Auburn. The Fun Run will begin at 8:30 a.m., followed by the 5K at 9 a.m. Pre-register at the website: runsignup.com/Race/AL/Auburn/BookItForDrake.
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 now at www.eventbrite.com.
APRIL 5 — GLOBAL COMMUNITY DAY
The Auburn University Office of Outreach will present the 4th annual Global Community Day on Saturday, April 5, from 10:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Cater Lawn. This festival is a free, family friendly event open to the community that showcases global cultures through music and dancing, local and international vendors, a fashion exhibition, food and drink tasting, special performances and the Parade of Flags. More information about the 2025 Festival can be found at the website: aub.ie/globalfestival.
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 12 — 24th ANNUAL OLD 280 BOOGIE
The 24th annual Old 280 Boogie, a festival of music, art, food and Southern culture is set for Saturday, April 12, on the grounds of Standard Deluxe in Waverly. Featuring performances by David Ramirez, Carolyn Wonderland, Chatham County Line, Sweet Lizzy Project and The Pine Hill Haints. Advance tickets are $40 ($50 beginning April 1) with kids 12 and under admitted free. Veterans and students receive 20% off — for a discount code email: peepaw@standdeluxe.com. Bring your own lawn chairs and blankets; empty water bottles allowed. No outside alcohol and no dogs permitted. For more information and to purchase tickets, visit the website: standarddeluxe.com/shop/boogie2025.
APRIL 12 — BEULAH FAMILY DAY CAR SHOW
Beulah Friends of the Community announced the date for the annual car show is April 12 at 4747 Lee Road 270 in Valley. Admission to Family Day is free. Participation in the car show is $25 if pre-registered by April 1. Day-of registration will be $30. For more information, call (334) 744-9144, email jwfindley7944@gmail.com or visit Beulah Family Day Top 20 Car Show on Facebook.
APRIL 12 – SECOND SATURDAY @ PIONEER PARK
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.
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
