The end of the Dog Days of Summer is near. Schools will start again in a matter of weeks. But we don’t have to say goodbye to summer fun just yet! Save the date and soak up the sun and more with these August 2024 events in Auburn and Opelika.
Game On, August 1
- What: The Opelika Police Department will have its free annual Game On event. Everyone from age five to 18 is invited! Prepare to shoot hoops with local sports heroes, law enforcement and your peers. The idea is to promote understanding and friendship between young people, law enforcement and the community while having fun! Register here.
- Where: 213 Carver Ave., Opelika
- When: 8:30 a.m. to 12 p.m.
- Visit the website.
Auburn Arts 2024 Summer Show: Black and White + One Color, August 1-24
- What: Be inspired by the art featured in the summer show at the Art Gallery in the Jan Dempsey Community Arts Center. The exhibition showcases artwork created in black and white with one color addition of the artist’s choice.
- Where: 222 E. Drake Ave., Auburn
- When: 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
- Visit the website.
City Market, August 3-24
- What: Visit Town Creek Park for the rest of the month to savor each Saturday of City Market before the end of the season on August 24. Find fresh local produce, artisanal products, baked goods and more.
- Where: 1150 S. Gay St., Auburn
- When: 8 to 11 a.m.
- Visit the website.
O Grows Tuesday Farmers Market, August 6-27
- What: Stock up on more of your favorite fresh produce from local farmers. Plus, there will be plenty of “bakers and makers” every Tuesday through the end of August in the heart of Opelika!
- Where: The Courthouse Square, Opelika
- When: 3 to 6 p.m.
- Visit the website.
National Night Out 2024, August 6
- What: Join Auburn Public Safety as they host this free community-wide for families, residents and others on the 41st Annual National Night Out. The event promotes crime and drug prevention and awareness while building community bonds. Enjoy food, free community resources, Auburn Police K9 demonstrations and Auburn Fire Department fire education. Photo opportunities with Sparky the Fire Dog and McGruff the Crime Dog, face painting, music, giveaways and more!
- Where: Duck Samford Stadium, 1623 East Glenn Ave., Auburn
- When: 5:30 to 7:30 p.m.
- Visit the website.
Food Truck Friday, August 16
- What: Save the date for Food Truck Friday in Opelika on August 16. Expect food trucks, live music, vendors and more—all creating a vibrant atmosphere in historic downtown! Visit the Chamber’s Facebook page for the food truck line-up and other information.
- Where: Downtown Opelika
- When: 5 p.m.
- Visit the website.
Sundilla Presents The Close In Concert, August 23
- What: Hear the harmonies of The Close as they take the stage at Sundilla on Friday, August 23, at AUUF. Advance tickets are $20. Pick yours up and support other local businesses: Spicer’s Music, Ross House Coffee and Foodies. Or, purchase tickets online.
- Where: 450 E. Thach Ave., Auburn
- When: 7:30 p.m.
- Visit the website.
Football, Fans and Feathers, August 30
- What: Kick off fall fun with one of Auburn’s most popular traditions: Auburn University Raptor Center’s Football, Fans and Feathers. It’s the first Raptor show of the 2024 football season! Get a bird’s eye view of birds of prey as they fly from towers around the Edgar B. Carter Educational Amphitheater, just off Shug Jordan Parkway. Shows continue each Auburn home game on Fridays throughout the season.
- Where: 1350 Pratt-Carden Drive, Auburn
- When: 4 p.m.
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Come Home to the Corner, August 30
- What: Join the Auburn Downtown Merchants Association for Come Home to the Corner every Friday night before a home football game. Listen to live music from 6-9 p.m. and enjoy extending shopping hours.
- Where: Downtown Auburn
- When: 5 to 10 p.m.
- Visit the website.
Auburn vs. Alabama A&M, August 31
- What: Finally, one of the August 2024 events in Auburn and Opelika you won’t want to miss is Auburn’s first home game of the season! Head to Jordan-Hare Stadium to cheer on the Tigers as they take on the Bulldogs.
- Where: Jordan-Hare Stadium, Auburn University
- When: 6:30 p.m.
- Visit the website.
Summary
From the last of the season’s fresh farmers markets and concerts to free community-building moments and Auburn football, these August 2024 events in Auburn and Opelika will keep you entertained! Are you visiting for one or more of these events? If you decide to make our community your permanent residence, contact Ryan Roberts to help you find your dream home! Read our blogs for more local news, events and real estate insights.