Ryan’s Top 15: April 2017 Events in Auburn and Opelika

It’s spring on the Plains, and the community is abuzz with activity as students look forward to graduation, spring sports dominate nights and weekends and pleasant weather calls for festivals and outdoor events. Between A-Day, Easter activities and everything in between, you can keep yourself as busy as you’d like with Ryan Roberts’ Top 15 April 2017 events in Auburn and Opelika! Check them out here:

18^th Annual Auburn Bike Bash, April 1

• What: Sponsored by the City of Auburn, Auburn Bicycle Committee and Auburn City Schools, the Auburn Bike Bash encourages biking and bicycle safety among cyclists of all ages and abilities. The event will feature activities such as bicycle rides of varying distances, bicycle inspections, helmet fittings, exhibits, children’s activities, live music, door prizes and a cookout.
• Where: Ogletree Elementary School, 737 Ogletree Road, Auburn
• When: 8 a.m. to 12 p.m.
• Cost: $5 ages 12 and under; $10 ages 13 and older

Eggs on the Plains, April 1

• What: A sampling of food cooked on the Big Green Egg in conjunction with various live music performances throughout the day including the LSA Jazz Band (noon), Hot Club of Auburn (1p.m.), and Kid Blue (3 to 5 p.m.).
• Where: Watsons’ Backyard Living, 1799 Ogletree Road Suite 300, Auburn
• When: 10:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
• Cost: $15 per adult, $25 for two adults

BioBlitz, April 1

• What: A hands-on, citizen science event designed to promote local interest in biodiversity. Scientists from Auburn University will be on hand to showcase and discuss insects, fish, fungi, plants, mammals, birds and more. This event will also host guest speaker Renee Simmons Raney, author of Hairy Scary but Mostly Merry Fairies!
• Where: Kreher Preserve and Nature Center, 2222 N. College St., Auburn
• When: 7 a.m. to 9 p.m. (come and go as you please)
• Cost: $5 for ages 10 and older

Shine On, April 2

• What: Alpha Xi Delta will host a picnic on Cater Lawn with live music, food and speakers open to anyone in the community. This event serves to highlight Autism Awareness Month.
• Where: Cater Hall Lawn, Auburn University
• When: 4 to 6 p.m.
• Cost: Free

Tiger Trail of Auburn Induction Reception, April 7

• What: The 20^th class of Tiger Trail inductees including Alvin Bresler, James Brooks, Ray Groover, Gabe Gross, Angie Hannah and Bobby Hunt will be presented with an engraved granite plaque to be placed in the sidewalk of downtown Auburn among other past inductees. The public is invited to attend.
• Where: Auburn Arena, 250 Beard-Eaves Court, Auburn
• When: 5 p.m. (hors d’oeuvres and cash bar); 6 p.m. (program)
• Cost: $25

Wing Fling, April 7

• What: An educational presentation featuring owls, hawks, falcon, vultures and eagles. Raptors will also be available for photo opportunities after the presentation.
• Where: Southeastern Raptor Center, 1350 Pratt-Carden Drive, Auburn
• When: 5 to 6 p.m.
• Cost: $5; free for ages 3 and younger

Auburn Football A-Day Game, April 8  

• What: The annual spring scrimmage game that gives Auburn fans a chance to preview the Tigers before the fall football season.
• Where: Jordan-Hare Stadium, 251 S. Donahue Drive, Auburn
• When: 1 p.m.
• Cost: $5 for general public; free for Auburn University students with an Auburn Ignited card

7^th Annual Dancing Stars of East Alabama, April 13

• What: Local “celebrities” and their professional dance partners will perform to raise money for local non-profit organizations. The event will feature both dance and fundraising competitions.
• Where: The Bottling Plant Event Center, 614 N. Railroad Ave, Opelika
• When: 6 to 10 p.m.
• Cost: $150

36^th Annual Easter Egg Hunt, April 15

• What: More than 35,000 eggs will be hidden over a four-acre area of Kiesel Park with hunting grounds divided by the following age groups: 3 and younger, 4 to 6, 7 to 9 and 10 to 12. Enjoy live music, free sodas and balloons and an opportunity to meet the Easter Bubby himself.
• Where: Kiesel Park, 520 Chadwick Lane, Auburn
• When: 10:30 a.m. (3 and under); 10:45 a.m. (4 to 6); 11 a.m. (7 to 9); 11:15 a.m. (10 to 12)
• Cost: Free

On The Tracks Spring 2017, April 21

• What: Participants will follow a wine and food tasting trail through the shops and restaurants of Historic Downtown Opelika. Each of the 25 stops on the trail will include an appetizing food sample prepared by the host store and a complementary beverage.
• Where: Downtown Opelika
• When: 6 to 11 p.m.
• Cost: $30 individual; $27 military; $40 VIP; $225 VIP package for six; $300 VIP package for eight

Music & Miracles Superfest, April 22

• What: This benefit concert for the Chicken Salad Chick Foundation will feature performances by Blake Shelton, Lynyrd Skynyrd, Thomas Rhett and Kelsea Ballerini.
• Where: Jordan-Hare Stadium, 251 South Donahue Drive, Auburn
• When: Gates open at 3 p.m.
• Cost: Tickets start at $49

Waverly “Old 280” (Earth Day) Boogie, April 22

• What: A multi-cultural music and arts festival featuring musical performances by Drivin’ N Cryin’, Southern Culture on the Skids, Adam Hood, Revel in Dimes, Pine Hill Haints and Blackberry Possum.
• Where: Standard Deluxe, 1015 Mayberry, Waverly
• When: 11 a.m. to 8 p.m.
• Cost: $20 advance; free for children 14 and younger

Old-Time Music Festival, April 27-30

• What: All ages are welcome to learn and witness instruments like the mountain dulcimer, hammered dulcimer, bass penny whistle, autoharp, banjo, fiddle, mandolin, ukulele, sacred harp singing, Native American flute, clogging, spirituals and more.
• Where: Pioneer Park, 6500 Stage Road, Loachapoka
• When: Visit leecountyhistoricalsociety.org for schedule
• Cost: $15 concerts and jams Friday; $15 concerts and jams Saturday; $30 concerts and jams Friday and Saturday; $30 Saturday festival package (classes, concerts and jams); $60 festival package (Friday and Saturday classes, concerts and jams)

Bo Bikes Bama 2017, April 29

• What: An annual bike ride hosted by two-sport legend and Alabama native Bo Jackson to raise money for the Governor’s Emergency Relief Fund.
• Where: Auburn Arena, 250 Beard-Eaves Court, Auburn
• When: 7:30 a.m. (60-mile ride); 10 a.m. (20-mile ride)
• Cost: $60 for 60-mile ride; $40 for 20-mile ride

Auburn CityFest, April 29

• What: Auburn’s largest free outdoor festival featuring live music, arts and crafts, fine arts vendors, children’s activities, food and more.
• Where: Kiesel Park, 520 Chadwick Lane, Auburn
• When: 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
• Cost: Free

Whether you are hunting for Easter eggs or cheering on the home team this month, there are a selection of April 2017 events in Auburn and Opelika for you to choose from. The abundance of activities available to suit all tastes is one of the great things about our East Alabama community! If you are looking to establish your roots in Auburn and Opelika, contact Realtor Ryan Roberts today! Call Ryan at 334-750-9872 or email [email protected]!