Whether you are planning a large exposition or a family reunion, there are meeting and conference spaces of every size. The following is a directory of meeting and event facilities available in Albany and the Linn County region.
There are virtual tours for some of our rental facilities. Click on the photos to access those online tours.
Large-scale event spaces
Built in 1996, the Linn County Expo Center is a multi-purpose complex available for groups and associations to hold meetings and events. Parking is available for 1,600 vehicles, 192 vendors, and all the facilities are accessible and comply with the American Disabilities Act. 541-926-4314, events.fairexpo@co.linn.or.us, or fill out their inquiry form. 3700 Knox Butte Rd E.
Many of our hotels are located near Linn County Expo Center, making your stay convenient if your event is taking place there. Take a virtual tour through any of the Albany hotels from our HOTELS PAGE.
The following list highlights some of the halls and arenas available and their capacity:
Willamette Events Center, Exhibit Hall: 48,600 square feet of exhibit space; 6,857 occupancy
Linn-Benton Community College offers a wide variety of rooms for meetings, seminars, banquets, and workshops. Rooms accommodate 25-400 people. Catering is available. Meeting and conference supplies are available for rental, as are AV portable multimedia carts with laptop computer and video projector. One-way and two–way satellite connections are available in some of the larger rooms and the Fireside Room has Internet connection. Parking is available for 2,500 vehicles and most facilities are ADA accessible. Public transportation is available from downtown Albany via Albany Transit System. Below is a list of rooms, halls and kitchen accommodations. 541-917-4385 or fill in their Event Request Form; 6500 Pacific Blvd SW.
Willamette Dimensions: 20′ x 26′; Capacity: 24; Set-up style: Conference or classroom
Fireside Dimensions: 30′ x 55′; Capacity: 40-81; Set-up style: Conference
Siletz Dimensions: 31′ x 30′; Capacity: 40-57; Set-up style: Conference
CC-135 Dimensions: 15′ x 21; Capacity: 12; Set-up style: Conference
Boardroom A Dimensions: 31′ x 16′; Capacity: 20; Set-up style: Conference
Boardroom B Dimensions: 31′ x 25′; Capacity: 22; Set-up style: Conference
Combined Boardrooms A and B Dimensions: 31′ x 41′; Capacity: 36; Set-up style: Conference
Main Forum/Stage Area Dimensions: 22′ x 40′; Capacity: 395; Set-up style: Tiered seating
Other classrooms are available with tiered seating and conference style set-up. Please contact for more information
Hotel event and meeting spaces
Take a virtual tour through any of the Albany hotels from our HOTELS PAGE. From there, you can get and inside peak at the meeting rooms listed below in addition to viewing the guest rooms. Plan your stay and conference all in one place!
Comfort Suites The largest conference room can hold up to 225 people theater style. Facilities include 86 Suites, King & Queen rooms and three conference/banquet rooms. 100 Opal Court NE, 541-928-2053 or 1-800-517-4000.
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites The largest conference room can hold up to 140 people. Facilities include 71 King and Queen rooms and three conference/banquet rooms. 105 Opal Court NE, 541-928-8820 or 1-800-HOLIDAY.
Phoenix Inn Suites Located near the Linn County Fair & Expo Center: Phoenix Room: 175 theater style, 110 classroom style, 90 banquet style. Albany Room: 40-theater style, 25 classroom style, 30 U-shaped; Hospitality Room: (breakout space) 50 people clusters. Catering and audiovisual equipment available.
Best Western Plus Prairie Inn Located near the Linn County Expo Center on Exit 233 off Interstate 5: Facility includes 75 rooms & 610 sq ft. Meeting Room – 45 people – theater style; 40 people – Rounds (5-tables, 8ppl); 30 people – Open square; 23 people – Classroom style, and 12+ people Executive table (1-2 tables). Equipment: projector ($); Screen; Dry erase board. 1100 Price Road SE, 541-928-5050.
Sports facilities
The Mid-Willamette Family YMCA offers facilities for a wide range of activities such as parties, meetings and sports — both indoors in the gyms or pool, or out on the turf. For rental information and pricing, 541-926-4488, or fill out a rental request form letting them know the details of your event. 3201 Pacific Blvd SW.
Community Room capacity is 25 people. Available for meetings, private parties; check out two birthday packages, that include pool time, for up to 20 people and up to 40 people.
Conference Room with AV equipment, maximum 60 people; can be divided into two spaces.
Pool Rental, packages up to 250 swimmers.
Turf Rental, both half-field and full-field options are available.
Laser Tag Private Party, options for up to 20 or up to 40 people.
Brookdale Grand Prairie 1929 Grand Prairie Road South East, 541-928-9536; Library Conference Room holds 10-12, Conference Room hold 10, Loft Area holds 30-35, and a larger space for up to 50.
Brookdale Heritage Plaza1560 Davidson Street, 541-225-5282; Chairs and tables available for up to 20.
Cascade Grill 110 Opal Ct SE, 541-926-3388; Maximum capacity 35
Heritage Meadows Retirement Center 1212 SW 34th Ave SE, 541-928-6456; Party room for 35 people. Tables, chairs, podium, and kitchen facilities available.
Northwest Natural 1970 14th Avenue SE, 541-926-4253; Meeting room 40, for nonprofit/nonpolitical industry related.
Pizza Hut2215 14th Ave SE, 541-926-1643; Maximum capacity 50 with projector and podium available.
Facilities for 50 to 100 guests
Albany Regional Museum 136 Lyon St SW, 541-967-7122. Rent the Community Room for meetings and events 5 days a week, as Museum activities permit. Community Room capacity: standing events/receptions, 90 people; seated events and/or receptions requiring tables, 54; lectures, presentations, formal meetings, chairs only – 70 maximum. Amenities: kitchen, tables/chairs, AV setup; ADA accessible facility; parking lot; no-host bar permitted with licensed caterer.
Find their rental policy and fill out a rental form on their website.
The American Legion Club 1215 Pacific Blvd SE, 541-9260127; Banquet room with chairs, tables, and meals for up to 100; Saturdays, space is available for up to 250 participants.
Fairmount Grange 835 N Albany Rd, 541-224-6931; chairs and tables for 70-plus downstairs, second level occupancy 90.
Calapooia Brewing Co.140 Hill St SE, 541-928-1931; Room for 70 inside, 30 on patio seasonally. Appetizer menu and microbrews.
Riverside Community Event Hall 35293 Riverside Dr SW, 541-979-7600; No alcohol allowed. Capacity 90, kitchen, tables, chairs and parking available.
Facilities for 100 to 200 guests
Riverfront Community Center 489 Water Ave NW, 541-917-7760. At 10,000 square feet, the Riverfront Community Center features many amenities, including: 4,000 square-feet of event space (rent the center); coffee shop and gathering areas; beautiful outdoor space along the riverfront; private classrooms, meeting rooms, and more. Click here for rental fees.
Alterra Villas at Courtyard 1929 Grand Prairie Rd SE, 541-928-9536; Willamette Room has 60 person capacity, sink, dining room seats 240 (off-hours use only), meeting rooms hold 40, parking.
Springhill Golf Club 155 NW Country Club Lane, 541-926-6059; Kitchen and parking, Maximum occupancy is 240, dinner banquet room holds 200, member sponsored events only, board room, TV, podium availability.
Facilities for over 200 guests
Host your next event at the Historic Carousel & Museum! Share the magic of the Carousel with your guests when you host your event at their amazing world-class facility!
The Albany Carousel houses a historic 1909 mechanism and holds a menagerie of animals that have been hand-carved and hand-painted by local volunteers. They have 2 Party Rooms where you can celebrate, whether it’s a birthday, shower, anniversary, or even a corporate meeting. You can rent the whole Carousel for your special after-hours Private Event, too!
The Carousel is located at 503 W 1st Ave. Contact them at 541-497-2934, or find out more and request information on their Party Room Rentals page.
Adair Village Officer’s Club 6097 NE Ebony Lane, Adair Village, OR, 541-745-7455; Reservations for food service through Valley Catering, maximum capacity: 250 standing or seating for 144.
Spring Hill Golf Club 155 NW Country Club Lane, 541-926-6059; Kitchen and parking, Maximum occupancy is 240, dinner banquet room holds 200, board room, TV, podium availability.
Albany Parks & Recreation 333 Broadalbin SW, 541-917-7760; Picnic party shelters available at eight city parks. Room for 80 to over a 1,000 (or 100- 200 under shelters). Reservations required, fee.
The American Legion Club 1215 Pacific Blvd SE, 541-926-0127; Banquet room with chairs, tables, and meals for up to 100; Saturdays, space is available for up to 250 participants. Self-Serve buffet and bar (for over 35 people),
Flinn Block Hall 222 W First Ave, 541-928-9333; A large, unique space in a revitalized historic building, ideal for weddings, receptions, reunions, parties, conferences, meetings, concerts and other events, 3,000 square feet, newly renovated, capacity 212 people with tables and chairs, 454 people seated, or 636 standing.
Quail Run (in the Mennonite Village) 5353 Columbus SE, 541-928-7232; Lakeside Center supplies chairs, tables and kitchen facility, maximum capacity 250, no alcohol, dancing, loud music, or smoking; village council must approve all events.
Mid-Willamette YMCA 3311 Pacific Blvd SW,541-926-4488; pool, jacuzzies, state of the art gymnasium, 40 person capacity conference room, racquetball courts, onsite childcare, no alcohol. Take a virtual tour of the YMCA!
Oregon National Guard Armory 3800 Knox Butte Rd, 541-967-2133; Drill Hall has 6,200 square feet (60 x 90) with concrete floor and small stage (8 x 16), maximum capacity 1,250, divided classroom for 65, kitchen facility and parking.
Riverfront Community Center 489 Water Ave NW, 541-917-7760. At 10,000 square feet, the Riverfront Community Center features many amenities, including: 4,000 square-feet of event space (rent the center); coffee shop and gathering areas; beautiful outdoor space along the riverfront; private classrooms, meeting rooms, and more. Click here for rental fees.
South Albany High School 3705 Columbus SE, 541-967-4522; Cafeteria occupancy is 296 with tables, seats only 634, theater style 170, and student center 283 with chairs, or 132 with tables and chairs.
West Albany High School 1130 Queen Ave SW, 541-967-4545; Gymnasium occupancy is 900, plus two balconies 350 each, total 1,600, theater style is 72 and cafeteria 350.
Facilities around Linn County
BROWNSVILLE
Atavista Farm Bed & Breakfast 35580 Hwy 228, Brownsville, OR, 541-466-5566. A historic 1876 farm home with modern comforts and private garden. Great for weddings and receptions. Catering available. Capacity: 250 plus.
LEBANON
American Legion Post 51 480 S Main St, Lebanon, OR, 541-451-1351; Two meeting rooms, seating and standing capacity of 75 to 200. Chairs and tables, kitchen facilities, PA system, air-conditioning, stage are available. No catering services.
Boys and Girls Club of the Greater Santiam 305 S 5th St, Lebanon, OR, 541-258-7105; One meeting room with a seating capacity of 90. Chairs and tables, kitchen facilities, and air-conditioning; no PA system, catering or stage.
LBCC Lebanon Center 44 Industrial Way, Lebanon, OR, 541-259-5801; Two meeting rooms with seating capacity of 20 to 40. Chairs and tables, kitchen facilities, PA system and air-conditioning. Catering is not available.
Mallard Creek Golf Course 31966 Bellinger Scale Rd, Lebanon, OR, 541-259-4653; One meeting room with a seating and standing capacity to 120. Chairs and tables, catering, PA system and air-conditioning available. Kitchen facilities are not available. Suitable for weddings, big parties and meetings.
Pineway Golf Course 30949 Pineway Rd, Lebanon, OR, 541-258-8815; Four meeting rooms. Seating capacity from 180-plus. Chairs and tables, catering, PA system and air-conditioning. Dance floor available. No kitchen facilities.
Santiam Place 139 S Main St, Lebanon, OR, 541-259-4255; One meeting room with a seating capacity of 20 to 30. Chairs and tables, kitchen facilities. No catering, air-conditioning or PA system available.
SCIO
Historic ZCBJ Hall 38704 N Main St, Scio, OR, 541-223-2343; Includes stage, beautiful hardwood dance floor, restrooms and full kitchen. Table and chairs available. Capacity to 299 people.