Calendar

Welcome to AVA’s monthly calendar of events. Take a peek and plan your stay-cation or your next visit to our region. The city’s most notable annual events include historic home tours, outdoor summer concerts and movies under the stars, and the Northwest Art and Air Festival.

*Note for event organizers: If you’d like to have your event listed on the AVA calendar, head over to our contact page and submit your event to us.

Nov
20
Sat
Holly Jolly 5K & Auction
Nov 20 @ 9:32 pm – Dec 5 @ 10:32 pm
Holly Jolly 5K & Auction

Grab a friend (or two!) and register for the virtual HollyJolly5K, supporting ABC House! This year’s theme is Ugly Sweater! Run, walk, or hike your way to a 5K any time between November 20 – December 5! The first 350 participants receive a holiday medal, ugly sweater t-shirt, and swag! Purchase 50/50 raffle tickets for your chance to win half the raffle proceeds!  Find the perfect holiday gift at our online auction! Sign up now: Holly Jolly 5k REGISTRATION

Nov
26
Fri
“Amalgam” Art Exhibit @ Linn Benton Community College
Nov 26 @ 8:00 am – 5:00 pm
"Amalgam" Art Exhibit @ Linn Benton Community College | Albany | Oregon | United States

Oregon State Art Majors are showcasing their newest paintings in an exhibition titled, “Amalgam”. The art can be viewed in person at the South Santiam Art Gallery on the Linn-Benton Community College Albany Campus from Nov 19th – Nov 30th, 2021. Drawing inspiration from the definition of Amalgam (a mixture of different elements) the featured art demonstrates the diversity of both the student artists and their styles.

Photograph Display: Kevin Crawford @ CHANCE
Nov 26 @ 9:00 am – 5:00 pm
Photograph Display: Kevin Crawford @ CHANCE | Albany | Oregon | United States

Kevin Crawford, a self-taught photographer, has lived in Albany most of his life. He loves taking pictures to capture that one moment you can’t remember. This display is the first created by CHANCE to feature the artistic talent of local people in recovery.

Nov
29
Mon
“Amalgam” Art Exhibit @ Linn Benton Community College
Nov 29 @ 8:00 am – 5:00 pm
"Amalgam" Art Exhibit @ Linn Benton Community College | Albany | Oregon | United States

Oregon State Art Majors are showcasing their newest paintings in an exhibition titled, “Amalgam”. The art can be viewed in person at the South Santiam Art Gallery on the Linn-Benton Community College Albany Campus from Nov 19th – Nov 30th, 2021. Drawing inspiration from the definition of Amalgam (a mixture of different elements) the featured art demonstrates the diversity of both the student artists and their styles.

Photograph Display: Kevin Crawford @ CHANCE
Nov 29 @ 9:00 am – 5:00 pm
Photograph Display: Kevin Crawford @ CHANCE | Albany | Oregon | United States

Kevin Crawford, a self-taught photographer, has lived in Albany most of his life. He loves taking pictures to capture that one moment you can’t remember. This display is the first created by CHANCE to feature the artistic talent of local people in recovery.

Nov
30
Tue
“Amalgam” Art Exhibit @ Linn Benton Community College
Nov 30 @ 8:00 am – 5:00 pm
"Amalgam" Art Exhibit @ Linn Benton Community College | Albany | Oregon | United States

Oregon State Art Majors are showcasing their newest paintings in an exhibition titled, “Amalgam”. The art can be viewed in person at the South Santiam Art Gallery on the Linn-Benton Community College Albany Campus from Nov 19th – Nov 30th, 2021. Drawing inspiration from the definition of Amalgam (a mixture of different elements) the featured art demonstrates the diversity of both the student artists and their styles.

Photograph Display: Kevin Crawford @ CHANCE
Nov 30 @ 9:00 am – 5:00 pm
Photograph Display: Kevin Crawford @ CHANCE | Albany | Oregon | United States

Kevin Crawford, a self-taught photographer, has lived in Albany most of his life. He loves taking pictures to capture that one moment you can’t remember. This display is the first created by CHANCE to feature the artistic talent of local people in recovery.

The Penny Cottage Christmas Boutique @ MBVA Building
Nov 30 @ 10:00 am – 4:00 pm
The Penny Cottage Christmas Boutique @ MBVA Building | Lebanon | Oregon | United States

Unique holiday gifts, vintage finds, and holiday home decor. Ladies’ night Exclusive Shopping Event on Monday, December 6th.

Dec
1
Wed
The Penny Cottage Christmas Boutique @ MBVA Building
Dec 1 @ 10:00 am – 4:00 pm
The Penny Cottage Christmas Boutique @ MBVA Building | Lebanon | Oregon | United States

Unique holiday gifts, vintage finds, and holiday home decor. Ladies’ night Exclusive Shopping Event on Monday, December 6th.

Sensory Friendly Ride @ The Historic Carousel & Museum, Albany, OR
Dec 1 @ 11:00 am – 1:30 pm
Sensory Friendly Ride @ The Historic Carousel & Museum, Albany, OR | Albany | Oregon | United States

Join the Albany Carousel for a sensory-friendly ride!

To provide a more accepting and comfortable setting for individuals on the autism spectrum or with sensory sensitivities and their families, we will slow the carousel down to a jog and turn off the organ music.

It’s our hope to provide a fun and inviting space for everyone. So put on your blue and join us!