Hosting Events in Downtown Opelika
Courthouse Square
Courthouse Square is a public park located centrally in downtown. The square, constructed in 1997, features green space, a fountain, gazebo, seating, ample public parking and panoramic views of the Lee County Courthouse.
Rentals are coordinated through the Opelika Parks and Recreation Department: (334) 705-5560
Downtown Opelika is home to several private event venues. The following businesses have space for events, please contact each individual business for pricing and availability.
(information and availability subject to change)
The Bottling Plant Event Center
The Coffee Shop
Opelika Main Street Event Space
Private Venues
All downtown street closures must be approved by the Opelika City Council.
The Opelika City Clerk is responsible for assisting organizations and individuals in making downtown street closure requests. If you ever need a street closure within the downtown of the City of Opelika, fill out the form below and submit it to the City Clerk at rjones@opelika-al.gov. The form is easy to follow as it guides you through the application process prior to it being submitted to the Opelika City Council for final approval.
Before submitting your request, please note the following:
• Requests should be made at least 45 days in advance and no sooner than three months before the event. Should your event be last minute, you must have all paperwork to the City Clerk by Thursday at noon prior to the Tuesday City council meeting.
• The impact of your request on downtown businesses, city services, and other downtown events will be taken into account when reviewing your application.
• Submission of this application is not a guarantee of approval.
• Final approval is made by the Opelika City Council.