The busy season is upon us! And there’s no time like the present to save some important dates for May 2024 events in Auburn and Opelika. Get ready to get involved, from relays to derby days to festivals and more!
Lee County Relay For Life, May 3
- What: Come together with Lee County residents who want to “Roar Back” to fight against cancer. There’s still time to register a team or donate to the cause before the upcoming event on Friday, May 3.
- Where: Courthouse Square, Downtown Opelika
- When: 6 p.m.
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Storybook Farm Kentucky Derby Day, May 4
- What: The 16th Annual Storybook Farm Kentucky Derby Day is coming up at the farm on Saturday, May 4. Dress in your best, complete with hats and bowties, for this exciting annual fundraiser. Enjoy good food, refreshing drinks and the thrill of the Derby—all for a good cause!
- Where: 300 Cusseta Road, Opelika
- When: 1 p.m.
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Garden in the Park, May 4
- What: It’s Opelika’s annual Garden in the Park event, featuring handmade and homegrown art and more! There will be entertainment, food and children’s activities. Find specialty items and gifts ranging from handcrafted jewelry and paintings to clothing and pottery.
- Where: Opelika Municipal Park
- When: 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.
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Spring Sundown Concert Series, May 9, 16, 23, 30
- What: Next on our list of May 2024 events in Auburn and Opelika to check out is the Spring Sundown Concert Series at Kiesel Park. Join Auburn Parks and Rec for an evening of music and fun at beautiful Kiesel Park every Thursday this month. Food and sweets will be available for purchase from the CHILL SPOT. Bring your lawn chairs or blanket, and pets are welcome on a leash. Find them on Facebook to check out the band line-up!
- Where: 520 Chadwick Lane, Auburn
- When: 6 p.m.
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30th Annual Fishing Rodeo, May 11
- What: Drop a line at the lake at Auburn Technology Park South on Saturday, May 11. Children ages 14 and younger are invited to join Auburn Parks and Rec in this family-friendly event! Pre-registration is required, so sign up now. There are prizes for the biggest and smallest catch, door prizes and more. Plus, each participant can bring home up to five fish! Bring your bucket and fishing poles.
- Where: 229 Enterprise Drive, Auburn
- When: 7 to 11 a.m.
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Parasol Picnic: A Bridgerton-Inspired Event, May 11
- What: Hosted by the Opelika Chamber, prepare for tea time with a theme at Opelika’s historic Heritage House. Gather on the beautiful lawn for afternoon tea and dainty delicacies. Enjoy a whimsical spring moment in time dressed in your “finest regalia.” There will be croquet games and more.
- Where: 714 Second Ave., Opelika
- When: 1 to 3 p.m.
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Opelika Songwriters Festival, May 16-19
- What: It’s music to our ears! Music lovers, make plans to see more than 40 artists perform more than 80 shows at seven venues throughout historic downtown. A few of the top artists headlining the 2024 shows include Shawn Colvin, KT Tunstall and Sister Hazel.
- Where: Various Venues in Downtown Opelika
- When: Times Vary
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Food Truck Friday, May 17
- What: It’s that time once again! Food Truck Friday is coming to Opelika on May 17. There will be food trucks, live music, vendors and tons of visitors who eat, drink and get to be merry in the spring!
- Where: Downtown Opelika
- When: 5 to 11 p.m.
- Visit the website.
City Market, May 18, 25
- What: It’s back! Head to Town Creek Park for the first City Market of the season for fresh local produce, artisanal products, baked goods and more every Saturday, May 18 through August 31.
- Where: 1150 S. Gay St., Auburn
- When: 8 to 11 a.m.
- Visit the website.
Down the Tracks 5K, May 25
- What: Race into your Memorial Day Weekend on Saturday, May 25, with Workout Anytime Opelika! They’re hosting the first-ever 5K on the Courthouse Square in historic downtown. Part of the proceeds will go to Flags for Vets Inc., and the Auburn and Opelika police and fire departments.
- Where: 215 S Ninth St., Opelika
- When: 8 to 11 a.m.
- Visit the website.
Summary
Now that your calendar is filling up fast with these May 2024 events in Auburn and Opelika, it’s time to add in a few open houses and walk-throughs of local listings to find your new home in East Alabama! Reach out to Ryan Roberts, your local expert, to get started. And keep reading our blogs for more local news, events and spotlights.