The best things to do in Auburn

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If your week needs some fresh-air therapy, Green Island Country Club pairs a classic golf course with racquet fun and relaxed dining, all…

6501 Standing Boy Rd (Columbus)

If your week needs some fresh-air therapy, Green Island Country Club pairs a classic golf course with racquet fun and relaxed dining, all wrapped in that tree-lined Green Island Hills calm. Sneak in nine, rally with friends, then refuel without crossing town.

From the Columbus newsletter, August 5, 2026

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Pines Crossing Golf Course is Auburn’s home-course vibe, an 18-hole public layout that keeps you honest yet playable for every skill level.…

900 Country Club Dr

Pines Crossing Golf Course is Auburn’s home-course vibe, an 18-hole public layout that keeps you honest yet playable for every skill level. Rally the crew for a round, then tweak the bag in the golf shop so next week’s group chat remembers who closed strong.

From the Auburn newsletter, August 4, 2026

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Plainsman Park

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Park with seating and AstroTurf featuring college baseball games.

351 S Donahue Dr

Park with seating and AstroTurf featuring college baseball games.

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Members-only club with a golf course and a clubhouse offering dining.

1650 Yarbrough Farms Blvd

Members-only club with a golf course and a clubhouse offering dining.

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Jordan-Hare Stadium

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Fans line up for the "tiger walk" to welcome Auburn's team on the field at this sports stadium.

251 S Donahue Dr (Auburn University)

Fans line up for the "tiger walk" to welcome Auburn's team on the field at this sports stadium.

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Lucky Strike Auburn

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Upscale entertainment destination with bowling, craft food & cocktails, plus lively arcades.

719 Opelika Rd

Upscale entertainment destination with bowling, craft food & cocktails, plus lively arcades.

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Scenic public recreational golf course offering 54-holes on three courses plus waterside views.

3000 Robert Trent Jones Trail (Opelika)

Scenic public recreational golf course offering 54-holes on three courses plus waterside views.

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Moore's Mill Club

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Private club featuring a golf course, weddings, dining, and a patio.

1957 Fairway Dr

Private club featuring a golf course, weddings, dining, and a patio.

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Local trampoline park with a zip line, dodgeball and arcade games.

2506 Pepperell Pkwy (Opelika)

Local trampoline park with a zip line, dodgeball and arcade games.

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Tigertown Sports

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Center offering mini-golf, volleyball, and virtual sports, plus food and drinks.

1615 Parker Way (Opelika)

Center offering mini-golf, volleyball, and virtual sports, plus food and drinks.

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GoodTimes Bowling

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Entertainment center offering bowling lanes, an arcade, an escape room, a bar, and a restaurant.

750 E Glenn Ave

Entertainment center offering bowling lanes, an arcade, an escape room, a bar, and a restaurant.

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Recreation venue featuring a large collection of vintage and new pinball machines plus live music and a bar.

815 S Railroad Ave (Opelika)

Recreation venue featuring a large collection of vintage and new pinball machines plus live music and a bar.

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