 | Thru Friday, February 24th, 2012 5th Annual Albany Photography Contest The Albany Visitors Association (AVA) is proud to sponsor the 5th Annual Albany Photography Contest. The purpose of this contest is to find images suitable for use in the coming year's marketing program for Albany and Linn County. The contest is open to photographers of all skill levels. First through third place ribbons will be given to winners in each of six categories plus overall winners Champion and Reserve Champion. There will also be a ribbon awarded for Peoples' Choice. Prizes will be awarded to Champion, Reserve, and Peoples' Choice winners. Deadline for submission is 5:00 pm Friday, February 24th, 2012. Learn more about this event |
 | July 13, 2012, 9am-2pm Operation Homefront Car Show Operation Homefront 2nd Annual Show & Shine. July 11, 2010. Located in Albany,OR at the Heritage Mall. We had such a grand time last year so we are doing it again. We have moved the event to Albany. Let's fill the parking lot in front of the West Entrance of the Heritage Mall!! Entry fee $20. Entry must be recieved by June 15th to receive free t-shirt. Registration form now available at www.operationhomefront.net/oregon . Stop by and check out these beautiful cars! Learn more about this event |
 | Thursday, July 19 to Sunday, July 22, 2012 Linn County Fair Headline entertainers, Family-Land, Wild & Wooly Day, carshow, tractor show, bull riding, 4-H, FFA exhibits. Fun for the whole family. Learn more about this event |
 | Saturday, July 28, 2012, 11am-5pm 34th Annual Historic Home Tour Visit Albany on the last Saturday in July, for the Annual Historic Tour of Homes & Gardens, when several families open their homes to the public for tours. Each home has been lovingly restored, and reflects the best of both historic architecture and modern function. Ticket price includes refreshments, live entertainment, trolley and horse-drawn wagon rides. Purchase tickets at the Albany Visitors Association, 9am-4pm, 250 Broadalbin, Ste. 110, 541-928-0911. Learn more about this event |
 | Sunday, August 4th, 2012, 9am-6pm 5th Annual Albany Creiterium Bike Race Join us in Historic Downtown Albany, as riders take to the streets to compete in this OBRA (Oregon Bicycle Racing Association) sanctioned event. Position yourself along the course and watch the racers zip by. Watch the finish line at 2nd and Washington, while eating outside at Loafers Restaurant. Mens and Women's Master and Juniors, Fun Cruiser Crit, and Kiddie Kilo/Parade. Pre-register or day of event. Proceeds benefit Albany's Bicycle Safety Education Program and the West Albany High School Cross Country Team. Learn more about this event |
 | August 24, 25 & 26, 2012 Northwest Art & Air Festival Colorful hot-air balloons lift off from Timber Linn Park with a spectacular Oregon sunrise as a backdrop. Children' activities, car show, food, live entertainment, airport activities, night glow and fireworks. On the ground or in the air, this unique award winning three day event offers fun activities for the whole family. Learn more about this event |
 | Saturday, September 8, 2012 8am-4pm Antiques in the Streets & Old House Parts Sale Each September, the Saturday after Labor Day Browse through Historic Downtown Albany with antiques literally filling the streets. Antique dealers from all over the Northwest, appraisals, food vendors, kids activities, music and more. For more information call 541-928-2469 or visit us online at www.albanydowntown.com. Learn more about this event |
 | October 15-31, 2012 Halloween in Historic Albany This Fall, Historic Downtown Albany is alive with activity. Come join us for Halloween fun! From a pumpkin carving contest at the Carousel Project to trick or treating in Historic Downtown; from the Trolley of Terror to a Haunted Nosh Tour, you'll find it all in Albany, Oregon. For a list of events, click below. |
 | Usually last couple of weekends in October, at 6pm, 7pm, 8pm & 9pm Trolley of Terror Climb aboard the Albany Trolley of Terror for a tour of the haunted places in Albany's Historic Districts. The trolley will be draped in somber black funeral buntings for the occasion. The stories told on this tour are all purported to be true, and some are decidedly weird. Don't miss this opportunity to get the inside story on these historic haunted homes and businesses. Why visit a haunted house when you can take in the whole haunted town?! Tours start at Cidicci's Pizza. Seating is limited, so reserve your seat by calling 541-928-0911. Tickets are $10 for adults and $5 for kids under 12. Special group rates available. A fund raiser for the Monteith Historical Society. |
 | November 11, 2012 Veterans Day Parade and Events With over 200 entries, and as many as 40,000 spectators, Albany hosts the largest Veterans Day parade west of the Mississippi. It is organized and run every year by the volunteer efforts of the Veterans Commemoration Association. The parade features veterans from wars past and present, marching units, military vehicles, and marching bands. Check back here for a list of events preceding the parade. |
