Coolest College Town In The South

Culturally rich heritage paired with the progressive university culture steeped in tradition makes Auburn-Opelika the premier destination for local and traveling visitors. We offer a feature or attraction to suit every personality and preference.

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Eagles, Owls, and other Critters
When: October 10, 2008
Where: Edgar B. Carter Educational Amphitheater on Raptor Road, off Shug Jordan Parkway

AU vs. Arkansas Football Game
When: October 11, 2008
Where: Jordan-Hare Stadium

On the Tracks
When: October 17, 2008
Where: Downtown Opelika

4th Annual 'Think Pink' Breast Cancer Awareness Walk
When: October 18, 2008
Where: Downtown Opelika

Auburn Beautification Council Plant Sale
When: October 18, 2008
Where: Auburn Chamber of Commerce Parking Lot

Watch an eagle land before your very eyes. Hear a tiger roar when the kick off flies. Or bring your clubs and just enjoy the guys.

You can do all of this and more in the eclectic twin cities of Auburn & Opelika, Alabama. The proud home of Auburn University where activities abound for all interests. The most popular stop on the Robert Trent Jones Golf Trail, Grand National is just one of the reasons Golf Digest called us the #1 Golf City in the US. And the coolest college town in the south with all the restaurants, shopping, nightlife, arts, and culture anyone could ever want.

Centrally located near Atlanta, Birmingham, and Montgomery, Auburn-Opelika is easy to get to and easy to love. A clean, safe, vibrant community where people can still walk downtown after dark. Leave the Blackberry at home. Bring your kids, give us your weekend, and we’ll give you back your life.

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