The holiday season is a busy one! So, grab your calendars and get ready—you don’t want to miss out on these November 2023 events in Auburn and Opelika.
Charity Bingo at Whistle Stop Bottle & Brew, Nov. 1, 15
- What: Attend this month’s Charity Bingo at Whistle Stop Bottle & Brew. Each month, a different charity is chosen to receive 100% of the donations. The first card is free and then each additional card and raffle ticket is $1. There will be prizes each round and an ultimate grand prize!
- Where: 830 N., Railroad Ave., Opelika
- When: 7 to 9 p.m.
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Opelika Book Festival, Nov. 4
- What: Head on out to the Opelika Public Library for their inaugural Opelika Book Festival. Expect to find author signings, readings, panel discussions and more! Plus, Pulitzer Prize-winning author Rick Bragg will be the keynote speaker at 6 p.m. Admission is free, but a ticket is required to enter the event.
- Where: Opelika Public Library, 1100 Glenn St.
- When: 9 a.m. to 8:30 p.m.
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Auburn’s 2023 State of the City Address, Nov. 8
- What: Join Auburn Mayor Ron Anders at the Jay and Susie Gogue Performing Arts Center for the fourth annual State of the City Address. At the free event, Mayor Anders will reflect on the last year and look forward to what’s to come for our community. He will also present the 2023 Mayor’s Lamplighter Awards, recognizing six outstanding community members.
- Where: Gogue Performing Arts Center, 910 S. College St.
- When: 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.
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Easton Corbin at the Gogue Performing Arts Center, Nov. 10
- What: The November 2023 events in Auburn and Opelika don’t end there! Enjoy the sounds of award-winning country singer Easton Corbin at the Woltosz Theatre. Boasting two number-one singles and recently signing to Stone Country Records, this is one concert you don’t want to miss.
- Where: Gogue Performing Arts Center, 910 S. College St.
- When: 7 p.m.
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Annual Veterans Day Ceremony, Nov. 11
- What: Join the City of Auburn and the Auburn Veterans Committee this Veterans Day at the 2023 Annual Veterans Day Ceremony. This day and event formally honor the military veterans of the United States Armed Forces.
- Where: Auburn Veterans Memorial Monument
- When: Time TBD
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Opelika Holiday Open House, Nov. 12
- What: The holidays are here! Start your holiday shopping in Downtown Opelika at the Opelika Holiday Open House. During this one-day event, stores will be offering great deals and an array of gift options, and there will be live holiday music.
- Where: Downtown Opelika
- When: 12 p.m. to 5 p.m.
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A Very Vintage Christmas Shopping Event, Nov. 15
- What: Four local Auburn-Opelika businesses are coming together to bring the community a unique holiday shopping experience. From vintage housewares and gifts by the Conversation Piece and The Laurel Ann Collective to new clothing and accessories from Regan Allison Designs and Pine + Plains, be sure to start your gift shopping here!
- Where: Moores Mill Club, 1957 Fairway Dr.
- When: 4:30 to 7 p.m.
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Holiday Lighting Ceremony, Nov. 26
- What: Get in the holiday spirit at the annual Holiday Lighting Ceremony, where both a Christmas tree and menorah will be lit to celebrate the season. There will be family holiday activities, live musical performances and snacks—offering a merry good time!
- Where: Samford Lawn, 182 S. College St.
- When: 4 to 6 p.m.
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Ice Cream With Santa, Nov. 26
- What: Make your plans today to see Santa and Mrs. Claus when they stop by O Town Ice Cream on Thanksgiving weekend. There will be sweets, magic and Christmas spirit! Be sure to bring your cameras.
- Where: 700 2nd Ave., Opelika
- When: 4 to 6 p.m.
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Mean Girls at The Gogue Performing Arts Center, Nov. 28 & 29
- What: From Broadway to Auburn, Mean Girls is a hilarious hit musical from an award-winning team featuring book writer Tina Fey, composer Jeff Richmond, lyricist Nell Benjamin and director and choreographer Casey Nicholaw.
- Where: Gogue Performing Arts Center, 910 S. College St.
- When: 7 p.m.
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Summary
Woo! These November 2023 events in Auburn and Opelika have our calendars packed! For more about our community, continue reading our blogs.