The best arts & culture spots in Opelika

The Caroline Marshall Draughon Center for the Arts & Humanities, part of Auburn University, turns Pebble Hill into Auburn’s living room for the arts, with the Third Thursday Literary Series, Draughon Seminars in State & Local History, and other thoughtful programs that make weeknights feel smarter, cozier, and…

From the Auburn newsletter, October 20, 2026

When you need a meaningful present or a quick spruce-up for that shelf you keep side-eyeing, The Gallery on Railroad delivers a thoughtful mix of unique art, home accents, and curated finds. Bonus, they even do gift registries, so dropping hints just got easier.

From the Opelika newsletter, October 20, 2026

Auburn Area Community Theatre keeps local talent front and center with community-driven productions, classes through AACT Academy, and kids programs. Spitfire Grill is on deck, fall classes kick off in September, and they’re looking for volunteers if you’ve ever wanted to jump from the audience to backstage.

From the Auburn newsletter, September 16, 2026

While The Jule Collins Smith Museum of Fine Art at Auburn University is swapping out galleries this week, it’s the perfect time to get hyped for Color Without Rules, a brand new season exploring color with fresh exhibitions like Jerry Walden: Spectrum. Bookmark it now, then treat your eyeballs when doors reopen.

From the Auburn newsletter, September 23, 2026

Whether you crave big mainstage productions or intimate Black Box surprises, Telfair B. Peet Theatre has a fresh 2026-27 lineup themed DARE to be fearless and true. Grab a ticket, support AU Theatre & Dance, and let your week include a little storytelling, movement, and goosebumps.

From the Auburn newsletter, October 7, 2026

Single tickets for the 2026–27 lineup at Jay and Susie Gogue Performing Arts Center at Auburn University are live, with Better Than Ezra & Vertical Horizon, Jason Isbell and the 400 Unit, "Weird Al" Yankovic, and Jamey Johnson kicking off September and October.

From the Auburn newsletter, October 14, 2026

When Auburn earns a W, the party spills to Toomer's Corner, where the Auburn Oaks get festooned in white and the whole town hums. Not waiting for a big win? Swing by this week for a quick mood lift and a stroll through campus lore, a tradition to share with friends or the kids.

From the Auburn newsletter, September 30, 2026