Family events in Auburn, AL

Food Truck Friday fills downtown Opelika with a changing roster of more than 20 food vendors, live music, and activities suited for all ages. Organized by the Opelika Chamber, this popular Friday evening tradition is expanding this year with new themes, movie nights, and additional family-friendly offerings. The event is presented by APEX Pest Solutions and Agricola Law, with support from Gold Sponsors Butcher Paper BBQ, Stone Martin Builders, and Lambert Moving Systems, along with other community sponsors.

City Market sets up each week at Town Creek Park with fresh produce, locally made products, handcrafted pieces, live music, and activities for families. Vendors create a friendly, open air marketplace where neighbors can shop, wander, and connect. The event spotlights area growers, makers, and artisans, offering an easy way to support small businesses while enjoying a relaxed community atmosphere. Families can browse the booths, listen to music, and take part in children’s activities. Parking is available in the gravel lot across from the park.

Celebrate the close of summer at Lake Wilmore Park Recreation Center and Pool with the Big Summer Sendoff, a family-friendly gathering filled with activities kids and parents enjoy before the first full week of school. Expect bounce houses, face painting, a foam party, ice cream, and plenty of high-energy fun spread throughout the recreation center and pool. Two-hour sessions are available so families can cool off, play hard, and create lasting memories. Preregistration is required, and admission is free for Auburn residents.

Spend time with dogs and support a fundraiser benefiting the rescue. Meet the pups and contribute to efforts that help them continue their work.

Enjoy morning open play at Cakeitecture Bakery. Booking is available.

Weekly clay classes for teens ages 11 to 17 at The Sarah West Gallery of Fine Art offer a welcoming studio experience focused on pottery and sculpture. Participants build hand-building skills as they plan, shape, and glaze both decorative and everyday pieces, guided by rotating seasonal themes. Class sizes are small, no experience is needed, and both glazing and firing are included. Open enrollment is available for the back-to-school session. To register, email sarahwestgallery@att.net, or call or visit during studio hours.