Events Articles

Numerous holiday events make Opelika a Christmas Destination

BY MICHELLE KEYPUBLISHER OPELIKA — With its historic neighborhoods glowing, downtown buzzing and long-standing traditions returning in full force, Opelika is embracing its role as one of East Alabama’s premier Christmas destinations. From light tours to family...

Six shows, one big milestone

BY HANNAH HERRERAFOR THE OBSERVER OPELIKA — The Arts Association of East Alabama is celebrating 60 years in the Auburn-Opelika community with a six-week, six-show spring performance series.Anna Coxwell, the Arts Association’s new board president, said the association...

Handmade for the holidays: Potters raise funds for food bank

BY ANN CIPPERLYFOR THE OBSERVER OPELIKA — As a kickoff for the upcoming Empty Bowls event, the Rocky Brook Potters are holding 12 Days of Christmas with handcrafted ornaments, gift baskets and other items for sale from Dec. 8 through Dec. 20, with all proceeds going...

COMMUNITY CALENDAR | Week of December 1, 2025

NOVEMBER THROUGH DECEMBER — DOWNTOWN AUBURN HOLIDAY SEASONThe downtown Auburn–Opelika district transforms into a holiday destination starting in November with lights, decorations and seasonal events running through January. Visit the downtown greenspace and local...