Nights out, pumpkins, movie nights, enchanted forest and festive delights make October 2024 events in Auburn and Opelika unforgettable. So, find your calendars, planners and devices to save these dates!
Opelika’s National Night Out, October 1
- What: Start the month with a free fun-filled evening celebrating community! Get to know your local law enforcement, including police officers, firefighters and more. Grab a bite to eat, and enjoy games and activities for all ages.
- Where: 215 8th St., Opelika
- When: 5 to 7 p.m.
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Choctafaula Ranch Pumpkin Patch, October 4-27
- What: Plan a weekend visit this month to the Choctafaula Ranch Pumpkin Patch. Pick a pumpkin, take a safari tour, stop by the petting zoo and playground, have fun with fall activities, enjoy tasty food from the café and more.
- Where: 929 County Road 14, Auburn
- When: Fri., 1 to 5 p.m.; Sat.-Sun., 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
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Movie Under the Stars: The Goonies, October 5
- What: The Opelika Public Library invites you to a movie night under the stars on the front lawn. Bring your blankets and lawn chairs for a showing of “The Goonies.” There will be free popcorn and water.
- Where: 1100 Glenn St., Opelika
- When: 7 to 9 p.m.
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Halloween Enchanted Forest, October 17-19
- What: Put on your costume and your walking shoes. It’s time for a family-friendly magical hike through the Enchanted Forest at Kreher Preserve and Nature Center. Meet nature-inspired characters and learn how they “trick or treat” other forest animals and plants. Don’t forget your flashlights!
- Where: 2222 N. College St., Auburn
- When: 5:30 to 7 p.m.
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Oktoberfest, October 19
- What: Next on October 2024 events in Auburn and Opelika that you don’t want to miss is Oktoberfest. The South’s favorite craft beer festival at Auburn University’s Ag Heritage Park is back! Enjoy live music, contests, presentations, stein hoisting, food trucks, cold beer and more.
- Where: 925 Camp Auburn Road, Auburn
- When: 3 to 7 p.m.
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Trunk-or-Treat with the Lee County Sheriff’s Office, October 21
- What: Join the Lee County Sheriff’s Department for a festive Trunk-or-Treat with the deputies, Lee County District Attorney’s Office members and other community partners. Don’t miss your chance to meet and greet with your neighbors, check out law enforcement vehicles, wear your costumes and get treats at the Lee County Justice Center!
- Where: 2311 Gateway Drive, Opelika
- When: 6 to 7:30 p.m.
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36th Annual AU Pumpkin Carve, October 25
- What: Dudley Courtyard will come aglow with more than 200 jack-o-lanterns carved by College of Architecture, Design and Construction students. Treat yourself to an all-day event with refreshments, pumpkin carving, a silent auction for napkin sketches and more.
- Where: 364 Duggar Drive, AU Campus
- When: 9 a.m. to 8 p.m.
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Hey Day Market Movie Nights, October 25 & 27
- What: Keep the spooky season family fun alive with a movie night at Auburn’s Hey Day Market. Come before the movie for dinner at the market. Then find a comfy spot on the greenspace to watch Scooby-Doo on Friday, October 25, and Monsters, Inc. on October 27.
- Where: 211 S. College St., Auburn
- When: 6 p.m.
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Fall Festival on the Square, October 27
- What: Join First Baptist Opelika for the 4th Annual Fall Festival on the Square! Live music, inflatables, food trucks, candy for the kids, fellowship and more await. Did we mention the night ends with a fireworks show?
- Where: 301 S. 8th St., Opelika
- When: 4:30 to 7:30 p.m.
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Downtown Trick or Treat, October 31
- What: Happy Halloween! Ghouls and gals are invited to Downtown Auburn for a night of trick-or-treating fun. Costume contests, candy, music and more. Come early and grab dinner at your favorite downtown spot. The streets close at 5 p.m.
- Where: 100 N. College St., Auburn
- When: 6 to 8 p.m.
- Visit the website.
Summary
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