Events Articles

Steep Canyon Rangers bringing bluegrass to Auburn

Set to play Ham Amphitheater on the campus of Auburn University on May 21, the North Carolina based bluegrass band Steep Canyon Rangers will be on the cusp of releasing Next Act, their 15th studio album since the band’s inception in 2000. Made...

Memorial Day Events

Opelika to host Memorial Day Observance CONTRIBUTED BY CITY OF OPELIKA OPELIKA — The city of Opelika will host Memorial Day Services on May 25, 2026. The event will honor and remember our military heroes who fought for the freedom of our country, as well as the...

Holy smokes: 50 years of barbecue tradition

BY ANN CIPPERLYFOR THE OBSERVER LEE COUNTY — On Saturday, May 16, the Watoola Methodist Church will hold its 50th annual barbecue from 10:30 a.m. until 2 p.m. and will have live music in honor of the milestone anniversary. Barbecue plates will feature slow-cooked pit...

Auburn announces summer events and fun activities

CONTRIBUTED BY THE CITY OF AUBURN AUBURN — Auburn Parks and Recreation is kicking off a summer filled with community events and family activities, including the return of City Market, SummerNight Downtown Art Walk, Family Splash and Float-In Movies. From live music...

Bark in the Park

Mar 31, 2026

Lee County Sheriff’s Office to host Gun Safety for Parents class

Mar 30, 2026

CONTRIBUTED BY LCSO LEE COUNTY — On April 30, Lee County Sheriff’s Office (LCSO) is hosting a new Gun Safety for Parents course as part of its...

Vet Fest 2026 welcomes community for free family fun

Mar 30, 2026

CONTRIBUTED BY BY COLBY MACLIN | AUBURN UNIVERSITY AUBURN — Vet Fest, a family-friendly event hosted by Auburn University’s College of Veterinary...

Auburn Area Community Theatre brings Broadway to town with special addition to its 21st season — a “Brilliant” one-man show

Mar 30, 2026

CONTRIBUTED BY AACT AUBURN — Running for four performances for one weekend only, Auburn Area Community Theatre (AACT) is excited to present a...

Auburn Floral Trail, Opelika Azalea Trail in full bloom

Mar 30, 2026

BY OBSERVER STAFF AUBURN-OPELIKA — From winding neighborhood streets lined with azaleas to canopies of blooming cherry and dogwood trees, Auburn and...

Standard Deluxe celebrates 25 Years of the Old 280 Boogie

Mar 30, 2026

CONTRIBUTED TO THE OBSERVER WAVERLY — This spring, Standard Deluxe proudly marks a major milestone: the 25th Anniversary of the Old 280 Boogie,...

Every step for freedom, Second Annual Warriors for Freedom 5K

Mar 24, 2026

BY KADIE TAYLORTHE OBSERVER OPELIKA — Worthy Squared [Worthy2], an organization advocating for those exploited by commercial sex or sex trafficking,...