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
2
Wed
Sensory Friendly Ride @ The Historic Carousel & Museum, Albany, OR
Nov 2 @ 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!

Nov
3
Thu
Murder on the Orient Express @ Albany Civic Theater
Nov 3 @ 7:30 pm
Murder on the Orient Express @ Albany Civic Theater | Albany | Oregon | United States

Famous detective Hercule Poirot meets a host of peculiar characters aboard the Orient Express. When one is found stabbed multiple times in his locked train compartment, Poirot is tasked to solve the murder, as the killer could still be in their midst. As Poirot investigates, conflicting clues and convoluted alibis lead him to dead ends. Over the course of 48 hours, will Poirot be able to solve the case of the Murder on the Orient Express?

Nov
4
Fri
Crafted’s Holiday Show 2022 @ Two Rivers Market
Nov 4 @ 10:00 am – 5:00 pm
Crafted's Holiday Show 2022 @ Two Rivers Market | Albany | Oregon | United States

Shop for festive, fun and unique gifts and holiday home decor from local vendors here in the Willamette valley! The show continues on Saturday, November 5.

Carousel First Friday with Santa @ Historic Carousel & Museum
Nov 4 @ 5:30 pm – 8:00 pm
Carousel First Friday with Santa @ Historic Carousel & Museum | Albany | Oregon | United States

November is here, and that means SANTA IS HERE TOO! That’s right- the big man himself is making his entrance and IN STYLE- via firetruck thanks to the Albany Fire Department! This is definitely a First Friday you don’t want to miss. On the first Friday of every month, the carousel offers UNLIMITED CAROUSEL RIDES for just $5 per person, plus a fun activity or craft for the family, along with gift shop specials and a great deal on a tasty treat at the Carousel Café!

Murder on the Orient Express @ Albany Civic Theater
Nov 4 @ 7:30 pm
Murder on the Orient Express @ Albany Civic Theater | Albany | Oregon | United States

Famous detective Hercule Poirot meets a host of peculiar characters aboard the Orient Express. When one is found stabbed multiple times in his locked train compartment, Poirot is tasked to solve the murder, as the killer could still be in their midst. As Poirot investigates, conflicting clues and convoluted alibis lead him to dead ends. Over the course of 48 hours, will Poirot be able to solve the case of the Murder on the Orient Express?

Nov
5
Sat
Holiday Crafters & Home-Based Business Expo @ Santiam Place Event Hall
Nov 5 @ 9:00 am – 4:00 pm
Holiday Crafters & Home-Based Business Expo @ Santiam Place Event Hall | Lebanon | Oregon | United States

The show will feature 20+ tables of handmade items for the holidays and products from small businesses and crafters. Items will include hand-painted ornaments, crocheted hats and scarves, kids’ aprons, lots of stocking stuffers and much more. Stop by and pick up a map of the local craft bazaars in Lebanon!

Crafted’s Holiday Show 2022 @ Two Rivers Market
Nov 5 @ 10:00 am – 5:00 pm
Crafted's Holiday Show 2022 @ Two Rivers Market | Albany | Oregon | United States

Shop for festive, fun and unique gifts and holiday home decor from local vendors here in the Willamette valley! The show continues on Saturday, November 5.

Turkey Bingo & Family Fun @ Mid-Willamette Family YMCA
Nov 5 @ 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm
Turkey Bingo & Family Fun @ Mid-Willamette Family YMCA | Albany | Oregon | United States

A family event with fun activities for adults and kids including bingo, face painting, robotics, a silent auction and a chance to win a frozen turkey for the holiday! Bingo cards are $2 ea. / 3 for $5. Coffee, donuts, hot dogs, chips and beverages. There is no admission, but donations are appreciated! All proceeds benefit CASA of Linn County (Court Appointed Special Advocates).

Stars and Stripes Ball 2022 @ Boys and Girls Club of Albany
Nov 5 @ 5:30 pm – 11:00 pm
Stars and Stripes Ball 2022 @ Boys and Girls Club of Albany | Albany | Oregon | United States

The evening will include a toast to our Military Branches, a formal dinner, silent and live auctions, games, and dancing! Guests must be 18 years or older to attend. Guests need not be Veterans. This is a formal event.

Night King Festival @ No Rails Ale House
Nov 5 @ 6:00 pm
Night King Festival @ No Rails Ale House | Albany | Oregon | United States

No Rails’ annual barrel-aged beer event returns on Saturday, November 5th at 6 p.m. Check the Facebook event page for the beer list and catering details TBA.