From galaxies far, far away to music, Derby Days and festivals, these upcoming May 2025 events in Auburn and Opelika will enhance your spring, creating memories and traditions to last! Find your calendars, planners or devices and save the dates!
Spring Sundown Concert Series, May 1, 8, 15, 22 & 29
- What: It’s a yearly favorite! Enjoy an evening of music at free sundown concerts every Thursday in May in beautiful Kiesel Park. Bring your lawn chairs and blankets. Pets on leashes are welcome. Soul Co. kicks off the series on May 1!
- Where: 520 Chadwick Lane, Auburn
- When: 6 to 7:30 p.m.
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Star Wars Imperial Gala, May 1
- What: May the force be with you. The Auburn Public Library invites you to the dark side, where you’ll find snacks, crafts, games, and more on Thursday, May 1. Don your favorite Star Wars costume and participate in a costume contest for all ages during this free event.
- Where: 749 E. Thach Ave., Auburn
- When: 5:30 to 7 p.m.
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31st Annual Fishing Rodeo, May 3
- What: Gather your fishing gear and head to the lake at Auburn Technology Park South for the 31st Annual Fishing Rodeo sponsored by Evans Realty! The first 175 children registered receive a free rod and reel courtesy of Evans Realty, and Auburn Parks and Recreation will supply bait. Registration is now open and required before the event. The cost is $5 per child.
- Where: 229 Enterprise Dr., Auburn
- When: 7 to 11 a.m.
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17th Annual Kentucky Derby Day at Storybook Farm, May 3
- What: It’s another one of the May 2025 events in Auburn and Opelika that’s an annual favorite—the Kentucky Derby Watch Party you don’t want to miss! Wear your finest Debry attire for a fundraiser full of spirited contests, games, live and silent auctions, delicious bites and signature cocktails from local restaurants. The fun continues after the race with an after-party and dancing. Proceeds support Storybook Farm’s Bright Future Campaign. Purchase tickets now.
- Where: 300 Cusseta Road, Opelika
- When: 1 p.m.
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Strawberry Festival, May 3
- What: Sweeten your spring at Opelika’s first Strawberry Festival in historic downtown. Stock up on fresh produce, baked goods and locally made crafts. There will be live music, arts and crafts and more.
- Where: 215 S. Eighth St., Opelika
- When: 12 to 5 p.m.
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Food Truck Friday, May 16
- What: Bring your appetite to Food Truck Friday, the award-winning event hosted by the Opelika Chamber. Kick off the weekend with good food, live music, vendors and community-wide fellowship.
- Where: Downtown Opelika
- When: 5 to 9 p.m.
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Mother-Daughter Tea Party, May 17
- What: Opelika Parks and Recreation invites mothers and daughters ages 5 to 12 to an outdoor tea party at the Opelika SportsPlex for snacks, arts and crafts, and a photo booth. Dress in your Sunday best and let the mother-daughter bonding begin. Registration ends on May 9. The cost is $15 per daughter.
- Where: 1001 Andrews Road, Opelika
- When: 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.
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Rocky Top Spring Market, May 17-18
- What: Spend the day exploring The Farm at Rocky Top during the Spring Market, an arts and craft festival featuring handmade, original designs by local artisans and craftsmen, gourmet foods, boutique and vintage items and more. There will be inflatables, a playground, an animal barn and food vendors.
- Where: 2910 Lee Road 145, Salem
- When: 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. daily
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Aces Fore Austin-3rd Annual Charity Golf Scramble, May 19
- What: Play a round of golf at Robert Trent Jones Grand National and give back! Funds raised through Aces support the Children’s Hospital of Alabama Foundation, UAB’s Undiagnosed Diseases Program and other rare disease research projects. Named in memory of Austin Terling, purchase your tickets or consider donating here.
- Where: 3000 Robert Trent Jones Trail, Auburn
- When: 8:15 a.m. to 2 p.m.
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Cafe de Fleur: Food and Wine Pairing, May 27
- What: Join Café de Fleur for an exclusive French food and wine pairing experience exploring the Midi Pyrenees region. Treat yourself to a multi-course dinner for a sensory journey through this French region. Purchase tickets now.
- Where: 2272 Moores Mill Road, Auburn
- When: 6 to 9 p.m.
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