ONGOING — 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. 6th St., Opelika.
MONDAYS — Mahjong Mondays
Irish Bred Pub will host Mahjong Mondays each Monday from 6 to 8 p.m. The event includes open play, with Mahjong 101 offered on the second Monday of each month from 5:30 to 8 p.m. The pub is located in downtown Opelika. For more information or to sign up, visit bamboo-belles.bamgoodtime.com.
EVERY TUESDAY — O GROWS FARMERS MARKET
The farmers market will be in Courthouse Square in downtown Opelika every Tuesday from 3 to 6 p.m.
TUESDAYS IN THE GARDEN
Tuesdays in the Garden will take place at St. Dunstan’s Episcopal Church, 136 E. Magnolia Ave., Auburn, from 2 to 4 p.m. each Tuesday. All are welcome to drop by St. Dunstan’s, enter the beautiful garden, 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.
ONGOING — STREET CORNER JAM
Every Friday night in June, July and August, MARIA Jewelers, located at 231 S. 8th St. in downtown Opelika, will be hosting an evening of free music and jamming from 6 to 8:30 or 9 p.m. in front of the business (inside on rainy days). The event is open and free to everyone — any musician or singer, beginner or semi-pro, is encouraged to come perform. Performers must bring their own portable instrument and any power equipment needed — microphones, a mixer and power amp with large speakers will be supplied as well as about eight folding chairs furnished for musicians and about 25 to 30 for audience members. All music genres, such as country, jazz, pop and more, are welcome. Please no rap and nothing with vulgar language. Order will be random as long as everyone gets chances to play or sing. Applause recommended and smiles required. Food/Drink: Possible sidewalk cart vendor. FOR MORE INFORMATION CALL: (334) 663-2408 or (334) 663-4561.
NOW THROUGH AUG. 29 — CITY MARKET RETURNS TO TOWN CREEK PARK
City Market will return for the 2026 season beginning Saturday, May 23, at Town Creek Park and will continue each Saturday through Aug. 29 from 8 to 11 a.m. The market features fresh produce, locally made goods, handcrafted items, live music and children’s activities. Community members are invited to shop and support local growers, makers and artisans throughout the summer. For more information, visit City Market Auburn.
JULY 30 — AUBURN YOUNG PROFESSIONALS CONNECT WITH CANDIDATES
The Auburn Chamber will host an Auburn Young Professionals Connect with Candidates event Thursday, July 30, at 5 p.m. Candidates will be invited to offer remarks and answer questions. Full event details and invitations will be announced by the chamber.
JULY 30-AUG. 1 — PIERRE BENSUSAN SOUTHEASTERN GUITAR MASTERY RETREAT
The Sound Wall in Opelika will host internationally acclaimed fingerstyle guitarist Pierre Bensusan for a three-day immersive guitar retreat from Thursday, July 30, through Saturday, Aug. 1. The retreat will include 18 hours of hands-on instruction focused on fingerstyle technique, tone, phrasing, rhythm, creativity and musical expression. Topics will include right- and left-hand techniques, harmony, chord voicings, fretboard fluency, harmonics, tapping and ornamentation. Instruction will take place from 2 to 7 p.m. Thursday; 9 a.m. to noon and 1:30 to 4:30 p.m. Friday; and 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. and 3 to 6 p.m. Saturday. Bensusan will also perform in concert Friday, July 31. Doors open at 7 p.m., and the show begins at 7:30 p.m. Enrollment is limited to allow participants more personal instruction and detailed feedback. Discounted lodging may be available through local partners, including Heritage House Bed & Breakfast in downtown Opelika. The Sound Wall is located in Opelika. For registration, ticket and lodging information, visit The Sound Wall’s website or event page.
AUG. 1 — FAMILY DAY AT STANDARD DELUXE
Standard Deluxe will host Family Day on Saturday, Aug. 1, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. The event will include arts activities, smash burgers, artisanal popsicles and the SD Gift Shop.
AUG. 1 — A PURPLE REIGN AFFAIR
Greater Peace Community Development Corporation will host “A Purple Reign Affair” at 6 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 1, at the Greater Peace Family Life Center, 650 Jeter Ave. The event will honor state Rep. Jeremy Gray and support the organization’s work with families and communities. The evening will include catered food, comedy and entertainment, a travel auction, music, networking and fellowship. Sponsorship tables are available by calling (334) 749-9487.
AUG. 1 — Opelika’s Got Talent
WWAPLika will present “Opelika’s Got Talent,” a youth talent showcase for ages 6 to 18, on Saturday, Aug. 1, from 1 to 5 p.m. at the Covington Recreation Center, located at 213 Carver Ave. in Opelika. The event will include youth performances, vendors, food, activities, community resources, free haircuts and braids, a Build-A-Bear experience zone, book bag giveaways while supplies last and a $500 grand prize. A LifeSouth Community Blood Drive will be held from noon to 6 p.m. Registration for performers is closed, but the community is invited to attend and support the event.
AUG. 2, 9 AND 16 — Penguin Project informational meetings
Opelika Community Theatre will host informational meetings for The Penguin Project’s production of “Dare to Dream Jr.” on Sundays, Aug. 2, 9 and 16, from 2:30 to 4 p.m. at 1220 Fox Run Ave., Suite 216, in Opelika. The Penguin Project gives children and adults with disabilities, ages 8 and older, the opportunity to perform a modified Broadway-style show with the help of peer mentors. Peer mentors, also ages 8 and older, will work side by side with artists through rehearsals and performances. Show dates are tentatively scheduled for March 2027.
AUG. 4 — ONE LOVE NATIONAL NIGHT OUT
Concerned Citizens of Opelika will host its One Love National Night Out and Circle of Love event Tuesday, Aug. 4, from 5 to 8 p.m. at Friendship Missionary Baptist Church, located at 432 Maple Ave. in Opelika. The event will honor and support survivors of gun violence. The featured speaker will be the Rev. Vincent Sykes. For more information, contact Oscar Penn at (334) 939-1003.
AUG. 7-16 — “SPITFIRE GRILL”
Auburn Area Community Theatre will present “Spitfire Grill” Aug. 7-16. The musical, based on the film by Lee David Zlotoff, features music and book by Fred Valgc and lyrics and a book by Fred Alley.
AUG. 8 — YOUNG ENTREPRENEUR SCHOLARSHIP GALA
The East Alabama Black Chamber of Commerce will host its Young Entrepreneur Scholarship Gala on Saturday, Aug. 8, in the Southern Room at Southern Union State Community College in Opelika. The formal event will feature live music and support scholarships for young entrepreneurs. Tickets are available at eablackchamber.org or through the QR code on the event flyer.
AUG. 11 — AUBURN WARD 8 CANDIDATE FORUM
The Auburn Chamber will host a Ward 8 candidate forum Tuesday, Aug. 11, at 5:30 p.m. Candidates will be invited to offer remarks and answer questions. Additional information will be announced by the chamber.
AUG. 14 — DONUTS WITH DEPUTIES
The Lee County Sheriff’s Office will host Donuts with Deputies Friday, Aug. 14, from 6 to 8 p.m. at the sheriff’s office, located at 1900 Frederick Road in Opelika. Community members are invited to meet local deputies and enjoy doughnuts during the informal gathering.
AUG. 17 — AUBURN MAYORAL CANDIDATE FORUM
The Auburn Chamber will host a mayoral candidate forum Monday, Aug. 17, at 5:30 p.m. Candidates will be invited to offer remarks and answer questions. Full event details will be announced by the Auburn Chamber of Commerce.
AUG. 27 — LEGALLY BLONDE JR.
Opelika Community Theatre will present Legally Blonde Jr. on Aug. 27, 29 and 30 and Sept. 3, 5 and 6. The musical is presented through special arrangement with Musical Theatre International.
AUG. 27 — THE GREAT GROWN-UP SPELLING BEE
The Lee County Literacy Coalition will host The Great Grown-Up Spelling Bee on Thursday, Aug. 27, from 6 to 9 p.m. at the Nonprofit Center of East Alabama, located at 1944 Opelika Road in Auburn. The event will feature door prizes, food, cocktails and fun. Tickets are $40, team sponsorships are $325 and program ads are available for $50 and $100. Proceeds benefit the Lee County Literacy Coalition. For more information, call 334-705-0001 or visit leecountyliteracy.org/spellingbee.
SUNDILLA CONCERT SERIES & RADIO HOUR — 2026
- 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)
OCT. 25 — NOBUNTU
East Alabama Arts will present Nobuntu at 3 p.m. as part of its 2026-27 Performance Series.
NOV. 21 — THE PURPOSE GALA
WWAP Village will host The Purpose Gala on Saturday, Nov. 21, at 203 S. Railroad Ave. in Opelika. The formal event will celebrate young people for leadership, talent, entrepreneurship, creativity, academics, service and community impact. The evening will include youth awards, live performances, a red-carpet experience, music, dancing and the crowning of a King and Queen of Purpose. The event time will be announced. For information, sponsorships or nominations, call (334) 740-1949 or (330) 806-1564.
FEB. 18-20, 2027 — OPELIKA BOOK FESTIVAL
Information TBA
