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

Dec
1
Wed
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!

Dec
2
Thu
Celebration of Trees – Live Auction @ Boys & Girls Club of Albany
Dec 2 @ 5:30 pm
Celebration of Trees - Live Auction @ Boys & Girls Club of Albany | Albany | Oregon | United States

Join this opportunity to bid on poinsettias, wreaths, tabletop trees, and live auction trees. View the silent items in person and bid online. Tickets are only sold in advance, there are no ticket sales at the event. Tickets are $50 per person. To purchase tickets email events@bgc-albany.org. Holiday or business attire. Buffet dinner. Cash/card bar. This is a 21 and over event. MASKS ARE REQUIRED INSIDE THE FACILITY.

Dec
3
Fri
A Very Natty Christmas Party @ The Natty Dresser
Dec 3 @ 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm
A Very Natty Christmas Party @ The Natty Dresser | Albany | Oregon | United States

Stop in for a very Natty Christmas Party with live music from Just Lonna, hot apple cider toddies and 20% off anything red or green.

Dec
4
Sat
Holiday Bonanza @ Vivacity Spirits
Dec 4 @ 1:00 pm – 6:00 pm
Holiday Bonanza @ Vivacity Spirits | Albany | Oregon | United States

Vivacity Spirits & Calapooia Brewing present a Holiday Bonanza in the open atrium including wine and spirit samples, and great holiday gifts from an array of vendors

Dec
11
Sat
Holiday Bonanza @ Vivacity Spirits
Dec 11 @ 1:00 pm – 6:00 pm
Holiday Bonanza @ Vivacity Spirits | Albany | Oregon | United States

Vivacity Spirits & Calapooia Brewing present a Holiday Bonanza in the open atrium including wine and spirit samples, and great holiday gifts from an array of vendors

Dec
12
Sun
Wine Tasting Holiday Hang Out @ Midway Farms
Dec 12 @ 12:00 pm – 6:00 pm
Wine Tasting Holiday Hang Out @ Midway Farms | Albany | Oregon | United States

Join winemaker David Anderson of Aurora Colony Vineyards for a tasting at the farm. David will assist you and answer questions about his process of creating award-winning wines. Cookies and tea will also be served. Sip wine, walk around the garden and check out the holiday gifts available at the farm stand.

Dec
17
Fri
Winterland Bazaar @ Riverside Community Hall
Dec 17 @ 12:00 pm – 6:00 pm
Winterland Bazaar @ Riverside Community Hall | Albany | Oregon | United States

This event includes lots of fun for the whole family. Kid crafts are free to make and available on a first-come-first-served basis. Individual vendors will be selling their wares and food will be available to purchase. There will be live music and carriage rides from 2-6 pm for $5. All current State and County COVID-19 protocols will be adhered to. for information visit Winterland Bazaar

Holiday Bash @ The Barn at Hickory Station
Dec 17 @ 5:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Holiday Bash @ The Barn at Hickory Station | Albany | Oregon | United States

Lots going on at the Barn’s Holiday Bash including an ugly sweater party, Christmas movies, and seasonal beers/ciders. Even the “Big Guy” will make an appearance! Come on out and enjoy the Holiday Season at The Barn!

Dec
18
Sat
Children’s Christmas with Santa Gift Giveaway @ Heritage Mall
Dec 18 @ 12:00 pm
Children's Christmas with Santa Gift Giveaway @ Heritage Mall | Albany | Oregon | United States

Santa, Mrs. Claus, and helper elves will depart by sleigh from American Legion Post 10 (1215 Pacific Blvd SE, Albany, OR 97321) at 11:15 escorted by Legion Riders, and the Albany Police and Albany Fire Departments. They will travel down First and Second Avenues handing out goodies and then arrive at the Heritage Mall about 12:00 for a drive-through gift giveaway. The Post is accepting donations of unwrapped, new toys for ages 0-12, daily 10 am to 2 pm Monday – Saturday at the American Legion Post 10.