September brings the end of summer, the beginning of fall and plenty of events! Are you looking for things to fill up this month’s schedule? Check out these September 2023 events in Auburn and Opelika.
Come Home to the Corner, Sept. 1, 15 & 29
- What: Experience, Come Home to the Corner every Friday evening before a home football game. Come Home to the Corner is a free event for all ages featuring live music and extended shopping hours.
- Where: Downtown Auburn
- When: 6 to 9 p.m.
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AU Football vs. UMass, Sept. 2
- What: Kick off football season on September 2nd at Jordan-Hare Stadium, where Auburn will take on UMass. The theme is white-out, so remember to wear white!
- Where: Jordan-Hare Stadium, Auburn
- When: 2:30 p.m.
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Red Clay Brains & Brews Trivia, Sept. 5, 12, 19 & 26
- What: Head to Red Clay Brewing Company every Tuesday night for Brains and Brews Trivia. Make a note to call the taproom in order to register your team and reserve your table.
- Where: 704 N., Railroad Ave., Opelika
- When: 7 p.m.
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Open Mic Night at Rock ‘N Roll Pinball, Sept. 7, 14, 21 & 28
- What: Join Rock ‘N Roll Pinball every Thursday for Open Mic Night in the Jailhouse! Note that there is no cover, but performers must be 19 and older.
- Where: 815 S. Railroad Ave., Opelika
- When: 7:30 p.m.
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Dog Days of Summer: Dog Pool Party, Sept. 9
- What: It’s officially the dog days of summer! Head to Samford Pool and treat your pup to a day at the pool. This event will include tasty treats, a dog swimsuit contest, and, of course, all the fetching and swimming your dogs could want. Only dogs are allowed in the pool at this event.
- Where: 328 E. Samford Ave., Auburn
- When: 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
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Chewacla Cha Cha 5K/10K Trail Race, Sept. 10
- What: Another one of our favorite September 2023 events in Auburn and Opelika is the Chewacla Cha Cha 5K/10K Trail Race. At this race, each runner will receive a race shirt and a finisher award. Registration is $60 for the 5K and $70 for the 10K.
- Where: Chewacla State Park, Auburn
- When: 8 a.m. to 11 a.m.
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Auburn Oktoberfest, Sept. 23
- What: Check out the South’s favorite craft beer festival right here in Auburn at Auburn University’s Ag Heritage Park. Auburn Oktoberfest will boast live music, contests, stein hoisting, food trucks, an extensive list of breweries and more!
- Where: Ag Heritage Park, 580-B S. Donahue Dr., Auburn
- When: 3 to 7 p.m.
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Fall Sundown Concert Series, Sept. 21 & 28
- What: Don’t miss the free Fall Sundown Concert Series this month on Sept. 21st and 28th at Kiesel Park! Be sure to bring your lawn chairs or picnic blanket—there will be live musical performances and concessions available for purchase. Check out their website for performance details.
- Where: Kiesel Park, 520 Chadwick Lane, Auburn
- When: 5:30 to 7 p.m.
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Choctafaula Pumpkin Patch, Sept. 29
- What: Choctafaula’s Pumpkin Patch starts this month! Open to schools on weekdays and open to the public Friday through Sunday, this fall favorite event offers an exotic animal wagon ride, petting zoo, pony rides, pumpkin patch, inflatables, mechanical bull, fall market, café and much more! Admission is $12 per person, and kids younger than 1 are free.
- Where: Choctafaula, 929 Lee Road 14, Auburn
- When: 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Fri. | 9 a.m. to 5 a.m. on Sat. & Sun.
- Visit the website.
AU Football vs. Georgia, Sept. 30
- What: A Southern rivalry is making its way to town. Get ready to watch Auburn take on Georgia at Jordan-Hare Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 30th. Be sure to wear orange—it’s an orange out!
- Where: Jordan-Hare Stadium, Auburn
- When: TBA
- Visit the website.
Summary
From football games and outdoor concerts to trivia nights and seasonal celebrations, September is packed with tons of fun events to keep this month exciting. Ready to attend one of these September 2023 events in Auburn and Opelika and as a local resident? Contact Ryan Roberts, your East Alabama real estate expert.
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